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All events are free and open to the public, and are appropriate for children in grades K-8 and their families. All events start in the Cast Gallery, unless otherwise stated.
Several self-tours are available; please ask at the guard’s desk.
MAY
10 Thursday
What a Relief!
Art After School (Grades K-8) 4-6 pm
Tour the Museum in search of reliefs: what is the difference between high and low? Afterward we will do crayon rubbings.
(Limit two children per accompanying adult) Pre-registration required, 882-3591
JUNE
14 Thursday
Picasso
Kids Series: World of Art 4-6pm
We will look at the artist Pablo Picasso: what influenced his art, how did he inspire other artists, and how can his work inspire us? Then make your own Picasso-style work of art.
(Limit two children per accompanying adult) Preregistration required, 882-3591
21 Thursday
Let There Be Light!
Kids Series: World of Art 4-6pm
Find light in the Museum: in paintings and the objects that create light, such as lamps. Then make your own lamp to take home.
(Limit two children per accompanying adult) Preregistration required, 882-3591)
28 Thursday
Koins with Kenyon
Kids Series: World of Art 4-6pm
Kenyon Reed, Collections Specialist, will present coins of various eras and their history, focusing especially on coins with portraits. We will talk about coinage and money, using ancient and modern examples. Participants will have the opportunity to learn how to clean and indentify their own real ancient coin to keep.
$5 donation to cover costs would be appreciated.
(Limit two children per accompanying adult) Preregistration required, 882-3591
JULY
6 Thursday NO EVENT
12 Thursday
Found Objects
Kids Series: World of Art 4-6pm
Assemblage is making 2-D or 3-D artistic compositions by putting together found objects or, in other words, recycling materials. The Museum has plenty to choose from, but you are welcome to bring your own.
(Limit two children per accompanying adult) Pre-registration required, 882–3591
*15-19 Monday-Thursday*
Books
Kids Series: Week of Art 4-6pm
In this 4 day program, we will create artistic books, starting from the paper. Make your own altered book in a process that takes time, thought, imagination, and fun!
(Limit two children per accompanying adult) Attendance at all four days not required, but suggested. Pre-registration is required, 882–3591
26 Thursday
Portraits, Sketches, and Caricatures
Kids Series: World of Art 4-6pm
Explore the different techniques used to portray human beings in the Museum. What is the difference between the ways different artists handle their subjects? Then try your hand at sketching your favorite character.
(Limit two children per accompanying adult) Preregistration required, 882-3591
AUGUST
2 Thursday
Dali
Kids Series: World of Art 4-6pm
Who was Salvador Dali and what makes him such an influential and amazing artist? We will examine surrealism and create our own fantastic art.
(Limit two children per accompanying adult) Preregistration required, 882-3591
9 Thursday
Photocollage
Kids Series: World of Art 4-6pm
After viewing the exhibition Cityscapes: Silkscreen Prints by Photorealist Artists, let's try to make out own. What is photorealism and how can we use it to create our own art?
(Limit two children per accompanying adult) Pre-registration required, 882–3591
To arrange for a docent-led or group tour, please call: (573) 882–3591 at least two weeks before visiting the Museum.
Event Cancellation Policy
The Museum of Art and Archaeology reserves the right to cancel events due to poor weather, low registration, or other unforeseen events. Please provide a contact number when registering for educational programs in order to be notified promptly.
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