
SCHOOL OF ART
Youth Education Programs
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ART CLASSES
After School and week-long summer classes for youths which include Drawing, Painting, Pottery, Sculpture, Cartooning, Storywriting/ Bookmaking, Maskmaking, Jewelrymaking, Mixed Media, and Origami. All materials are provided, and we also offer a scholarship program for artistically promising but economically disadvantaged children. After the classes, we host an exhibit featuring all of the artwork that the children have created.
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EXHIBITS
Youth art displays (and receptions) featuring work created in Museum classes, local schools, the ArtQuest program, the PTA’s Cultural Arts program, the 4-H Club, and our annual Youth Members Show. These exhibits not only show off the work of these talented young artists; they also give them a well-earned feeling of pride and importance towards their artwork and themselves
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SCHOOL SUPPORT
The Museum welcomes school groups, youth organizations, and individual visitors from both the local community and beyond. Many visits include guided tours and can be paired with hands-on art workshops, offering an engaging and educational experience for children and teens alike. These programs are designed to inspire creativity and foster a deeper appreciation for the arts.
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MUSEUM TOURS
School groups, youth organizations, and individual visitors travel from across the region to experience the Museum’s exhibitions and programs. These visits are often enhanced with hands-on workshops, giving students and young visitors the opportunity to explore art through both observation and creative expression. The Museum strives to make each visit meaningful, educational, and inspiring for learners of all ages.