Teen Council Spring 2026 Exhibition: 'Museum of the Self'

Teen Council members explore identity and self-representation through hand papermaking and collaborative artworks responding to the prompt 'the museum of the self.'

Why go

The exhibition showcases work by twelve Bronx teens who developed hand papermaking skills and created pieces reflecting on museums' role in their community, accompanied by Musezine #42, a publication sharing their curatorial perspectives.

What to expect

Collaborative and individual artworks created through hand papermaking processes, displayed alongside Teen Council's written reflections on museums and community engagement.

Things to know

• Twelve teen artists: Ikram Agbagni, Lee Armijo, Jayden Asare, Amatoullahi Diallo, Cristal Fernandez, Liana Garcia, Mariah Griffin, Ramona Gr
• Exhibition opening June 8, 4:30–6:30 PM, free for all ages.
• Accompanied by Musezine #42, a publication featuring Teen Council's reflections on museums' purpose and community role.
• Program led by Bronx Museum educators Madison Green, Jinette Jimenez, and Duneska Michel.
• Admission to the Bronx Museum is always free.
• Museum currently undergoing renovation; exhibitions held in north galleries.

Plan your visit

Admission is always free. Opening reception Monday, June 8, 4:30–6:30 PM. Museum hours today 11AM–6PM. Currently operating in north galleries during renovation.