Youth Classes

Spring 2023 Pre-K Classes (Ages 3 - 5)

Pre-K Open Studios
Fridays, January 6 - May 26, 2023, 2 - 4 PM. FREE.

Bring your littlest artist for some hands-on fun! Each week, you and your child can make your mark using a variety of tools and materials in an exploratory open-studio setting. These sessions are designed for children ages 3 - 5 with a caregiver. Registration required.

Spring 2023 Kids Classes (Ages 6 - 8)

Kids Create
Select Thursdays, January - May 2023, 3:30 - 5 PM. $25 class fee.

Each class includes a short learning discussion that includes either visiting a gallery or looking at images of art from the Museum's permanent collection. Students will then make a piece of art inspired by what they saw and talked about. Students will be able to take home their finished pieces at the end of class unless otherwise noted. Register here. Individual sessions include:

• Kids Create: Self-Portraits, Jan. 26, 2023
• Kids Create: Patterns, February 23, 2023
• Kids Create: Abstract Paintings, March 30, 2023
• Kids Create: Cloisonné Inspired Tiles, April 20, 2023
• Kids Create: Mixed Media Relief Sculptures, May 25, 2023  

Kids Create: Clay
Select Thursdays, January - May 2023, 3:30 - 5:30 PM. $125 class fee.

This class will expose students to basic pinch, coil, and slab hand-building techniques. Students will complete original ceramic pieces as they explore materials, processes, and the Museum’s outstanding collection of ceramic art. Register here. Individual sessions include:

• Kids Create: Clay, January 5, 12 & 19, 2023
• Kids Create: Clay, March 9, 16 & 23, 2023
• Kids Create: Clay, May 4, 11 & 18, 2023 

Spring 2023 Young Artist Classes (Ages 9 - 12)

Young Artists
Select Saturdays, January - May 2023, 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM. $25 class fee.

Designed for young artists wanting to develop and grow their art-making skills, these classes will include a short learning session, art viewing, and art-making. Students will be able to take home their artwork the same day unless otherwise noted. Register here. Individual sessions include:

• Young Artists: Portrait Drawing, January 28, 2023
• Young Artists: Still Life Drawing, February 25, 2023
• Young Artists: Abstract Paintings, March 25, 2023
• Young Artists: Mixed Media Sculptures, April 15, 2023
• Young Artists: Shapes & Shading, May 27, 2023

Young Artists: Clay
Select Saturdays, January - May 2023, 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM. $125 class fee.

This class will expose students to basic pinch, coil, and slab hand-building techniques. Students will complete original ceramic pieces as they explore materials, processes, and the Museum’s outstanding collection of ceramic art. Register here. Individual sessions include:

• Young Artists: Clay, January 7, 14 & 21, 2023
• Young Artists: Clay, March 11, 18 & 25, 2023
• Young Artists: Clay, May 6, 13 & 20, 2023 

Spring 2023 Teen Classes (Ages 13 - 17) 

Teen Open Studios
Select Thursdays, January - May 2023 (1 per month), 3:30 - 5:30 PM. FREE.

Designed for teens wanting to continue to develop and work on their art-making skills. During these sessions, students will work independently on self-selected projects. An instructor oversee each session and to be available to answer questions, demonstrate techniques, and help troubleshoot with questions and challenges. Basic supplies will be available; however, project-specific materials will not be provided. Register here.