Teacher Programs

Teacher Workshops

Teacher workshops focus on ways to use contemporary art in your classroom while meeting state and national learning standards. Workshop topics include color theory, aesthetics, collaboration, creativity, and hands-on practices like silkscreen printing. These engaging, participatory workshops help you return to your classroom energized and inspired. Participants may receive Act 48 credit hours.

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Teacher Open House

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This annual open house features special previews of exhibitions, lectures, gallery talks, art-making and discussion activities, and classroom resources. Teachers in attendance receive information about school partnership and scholarship opportunities and can receive Act 48 credit hours.

The 2024 Teacher Open House is scheduled for Thursday, November 7th from 4:30-8:30pm.

Learn more and register online for the event.

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Teacher Appreciation Program

Join our Teacher Appreciation Program to receive exclusive benefits, including a year of free admission for yourself. It’s our way of saying thank you. Teacher Appreciation Program participation earns you:

Free admission for teacher named on pass
Invitations to museum social events
Special workshops

Apply for the Teacher Appreciation Program

LGBTQ+ Resources

We encourage educators to prepare for their visit to the museum with resources that support LGBTQ+ inclusion.

Explore

We offer an extensive archive of free lesson plans and educational resources, including presentation materials, artmaking and discussion activities, courses, videos, and more.

View our online lessons.

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Plan a group visit

We offer a range of accommodations for school groups—from boxed lunches to bus parking.

Learn more about group visits.

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