The Museum’s homeschool programs, designed for aspiring artists ages 6-12, are the perfect opportunity to view special exhibitions, try new art techniques, and explore creative writing activities. To register for a program please contact Mollie Sixsmith, Curator of Education, at 860-486-1711 or via email mollie.sixsmith@uconn.edu .
2023 Schedule
- Each 90-minute program includes a guided tour with a Museum Educator and a hands-on art or writing project.
- All programs feature hands-on learning and student-centered discussion to encourage meaningful conversations about art and promote critical thinking, visual literacy, and communication skills.
- These are designed to be drop-off style programs, but families are welcome to self-guide the galleries, explore the campus, or read in the lobby while the program is in session.
- Advanced registration is required, and pricing is $10 per student (for each program).
Tuesday, September 12, 10:30am-12pm
Botanical Printmaking
Students will explore the Prints and People Before Photography exhibition and then experiment with two different types of printmaking, using both solar-print paper and foam-style materials.
Tuesday, October 10, 10:30am-12pm
Spooky Watercolors
After a wild and wacky scavenger hunt in the galleries, students will use watercolors, black glue, and mixed media to design and create their own creepy-crawly painting.
Tuesday, November 14, 10:30am-12pm
Arpillera Design
Students will explore the Prints and People Before Photography exhibition and then experiment with two different types of printmaking, using both solar-print paper and foam-style materials.
Tuesday, December 12, 10:30am-12pm
Snow Globe Cards
Students will practice creative writing in the Museum as Classroom: Teaching and Learning with Art exhibition and then use mixed media to create winter wonder snow globe cards.