Explore current exhibitions and complete steps to earn merit badges, pins or loops with a visit to The William Benton Museum of Art. Let us customize a visit for your group, all levels welcome: Scouts BSA, Cub Scouts, Daisies, Brownies, Juniors, Cadettes, Seniors or Ambassadors.
Explore these pages to learn more about our program offerings and contact Mollie Sixsmith, Curator of Education, at 860-486-1711 or via email mollie.sixsmith@uconn.edu to plan your visit.
Community Groups Menu
Customized Workshop Format:
- Each 90-minute workshop includes a guided tour of current exhibitions (30 minutes) and a hands-on art project (1 hour) designed to fulfill your badge, pin, or loop requirements. All programs feature student-centered discussion to encourage meaningful conversations about art and promote critical thinking, visual literacy, and communication skills.
- All materials will be provided and art projects may be completed indoors, in the art studio, or outside (weather permitting) to fulfill badge requirements.
- Pricing starts at $12 per student for the customized program; 2 leaders are free with the group.