BLINK: Art on the Spectrum

Schedule

Sat Feb 21 2026 at 01:00 pm to 04:00 pm

UTC-05:00

Location

400 Kennedy St NW | Washington, DC

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A joyful, sensory-friendly art experience for kids ages 1–6 on the spectrum. Painting, drawing & hands-on creative play.
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BLINK: Art on the Spectrum


🎨 A Sensory-Friendly Art Workshop for Children Ages 1–6

Date: Saturday, February 21
Time: 1:00–4:00 PM
Location: 400 Kennedy St NW, Washington, DC
Capacity: 20 children
Cost: $40 per child // 5 FREE TICKETS AVAILABLE

BLINK: Art on the Spectrum is a one-time pilot art workshop designed specifically for young children on the autism spectrum. This experience prioritizes freedom of expression, sensory exploration, and joyful mess-making, without pressure, expectations, or rigid structure.

Children will be invited to explore art at their own pace using:

  • Painting and Drawing
  • Sensory Play
  • Dry-erase wall wallpaper
  • Chalkboard wall surfaces
  • Hands-on drawing tools and tactile materials

This workshop is process-based, not outcome-based—there is no “right way” to create.

  • Large dry-erase wall wallpaper
  • Chalkboard wallpaper for texture + contrast
  • Low-stim lighting (no harsh fluorescents)
  • Calm background music or quiet zones
  • Clearly marked stations (but no forced rotation)

A low-pressure, open-flow studio environment.


Parent/Guardian Attendance Required

Parents or guardians must remain on-site and actively supervise their child during the workshop. BLINK facilitators guide the experience but do not provide one-on-one behavioral support or childcare.

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Where is it happening?

400 Kennedy St NW, 400 Kennedy Street Northwest, Washington, United States

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Tickets

USD 0.00 to USD 39.99

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