Live Creative Summer 2015 Akron Art Museum Education Brochure

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Photo by Nat Hansumrittisak AkronArtMuseum.org One South High Akron, Ohio 44308 AkronArtMuseum.org For more information call 330.376.9186 return service requested. postmaster: dated material. do not delay. Cover photo by Brent V Media SCHOOL TOURS Who doesn’t love a field trip? There is really no reason not to bring your students to the Akron Art Museum this year. Our tours are fun, educational, and interactive- no boring lectures here, thank you very much. The museum’s exhibitions and permanent collection address themes and concepts that apply to all subject areas from art to math to science and everything in between. If those aren’t reasons enough, the museum can reimburse your school or district for transportation and substitute teacher costs. To schedule a visit online, click here: http://akronartmuseum.org/k12tours/ Or, contact Associate Educator Gina Thomas McGee at [email protected] or 330.376.9186 x247 School Tours are made possible by gifts from the Sandra L. and Dennis B. Haslinger Family Foundation, the Mary and Dr. George L. Demetros Charitable Trust, the Sisler McFawn Foundation, the Welty Family Foundation and the Lloyd L. & Louise K. Smith Memorial Foundation. NON-PROFIT U.S. POSTAGE PAID CLEVELAND OH PERMIT NO. 498 FAMILY DAY For all ages and their grown-ups Sidewalk Beach Party Saturday, July 25 • 11-3pm* *Rain Date - Saturday, August 1st Bring the family down to the museum for a smorgasbord of summertime fun. Art activities, music and outdoor play will have children and grown-ups alike basking in the joy of the season. FREE museum admission and activities for ALL. No registration required. For more information go to AkronArtMuseum.org/calendar or call 330.376.9186. Family Day is made possible with support from the Dominion Foundation, the R.C. Musson & Katharine M. Musson Charitable Foundation, and George and Sue Klein. LIVE CREATIVE SCHOOL’S OUT! ART’S IN! SUMMER 2015

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School's Out! Art's In! The Live Creative brochure features the Akron Art Museum's Live Creative programs for families and children. Programs include Art Babes for ages 0-18 months, Story Times for All Ages, Creative Playdates for 0-5 year olds, Kids Studio Classes for ages 7-12, and Family Days. This brochure also contains information about School Tours, including how to schedule them online, who to contact at the art museum and information about reimbursement for transportation and substitute teacher costs. Find out more about the Akron Art Museum: www.AkronArtMuseum.org

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SCHOOL TOURSWho doesn’t love a field trip? There is really no reason not to

bring your students to the Akron Art Museum this year. Our

tours are fun, educational, and interactive- no boring lectures

here, thank you very much. The museum’s exhibitions and

permanent collection address themes and concepts that apply

to all subject areas from art to math to science and everything

in between. If those aren’t reasons enough, the museum

can reimburse your school or district for transportation and

substitute teacher costs.

To schedule a visit online, click here:

http://akronartmuseum.org/k12tours/

Or, contact Associate Educator Gina Thomas McGee at

[email protected] or 330.376.9186 x247

School Tours are made possible by gifts from the Sandra L. and

Dennis B. Haslinger Family Foundation, the Mary and Dr. George

L. Demetros Charitable Trust, the Sisler McFawn Foundation,

the Welty Family Foundation and the Lloyd L. & Louise K. Smith

Memorial Foundation.

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FAMILY DAYFor all ages and their grown-ups

Sidewalk Beach PartySaturday, July 25 • 11-3pm*

*Rain Date - Saturday, August 1st

Bring the family down to the museum for a smorgasbord of

summertime fun. Art activities, music and outdoor play will have

children and grown-ups alike basking in the joy of the season.

FREE museum admission and activities for ALL.

No registration required.

For more information go to AkronArtMuseum.org/calendar

or call 330.376.9186.

Family Day is made possible with support from the Dominion Foundation, the R.C.

Musson & Katharine M. Musson Charitable Foundation, and George and Sue Klein.

LIVE CREATIVE

SCHOOL’S OUT! ART’S IN!

SUMMER 2015

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Photos by Shane Wynn Photography

Photo by Chris Rutan

CREATIVE PLAYDATESThursdays • 11:15 am – 12:30 pm

For 0-5 year olds and their grown-ups

Little ones learn best through intuitive, open-ended play that feeds

their senses. Follow your child’s natural instinct to wiggle, squeal

and make a mess while making new friends at the museum.

Water Wonderland Thursday, June 4

Paint Palooza!Thursday, July 2

Dance it Out Thursday, August 13

Free for members. $10/non-member child.

Registration required at AkronArtMuseum.org/eventregistration

or call 330.376.9186.

Creative Playdates are made possible with support from the Robert O. & Annamae Orr

Family Foundation.

KIDS STUDIO CLASSESThursdays • 1 – 3 pmRecommended for ages 7-12

School is out; art is in! Venture beyond the ordinary classroom

offerings and explore unique materials, wacky processes, and

extraordinary artworks, just like a professional artist.

Old-School PhotographyThursday, June 11

Sculptural LandscapesThursday, June 25

Creative CeramicsThursday, July 9

Snazzy Sneaker SculpturesThursday, July 23

Peculiar Places Photo CollageThursday, August 6

Awkward Class PhotosThursday, August 20

Free for members. $10/non-member child. Parents are welcome

but not required to stay.

Registration required at AkronArtMuseum.org/eventregistration

or call 330.376.9186.

Kids Studio Classes are made possible with support from the

Charles E. & Mabel M. Ritchie Foundation.

ART BABESAM Sessions: 11:15am-12:00pmPM Sessions: 1:00pm-1:45pmFor 0-18 month olds and their grown-ups

Join baby friends for tummy time play and a pint-sized stroll through the galleries. Explore sensory activities related to color, texture, light and sound that will awaken your baby’s curiosity and give you both a one-of-a-kind bonding experience.

Curiosity Garden Wednesday, June 24

Sprinkle and Splash Wednesday, July 22

Mini Movers Wednesday, August 26

Free for members. $10/non-member child.

Registration required at AkronArtMuseum.org/eventregistrationor call 330.376.9186.

Art Babes is made possible with support from the Robert O. and Annamae Orr Family Foundation.

ART TALESThursdays • 11:15 am – 12:30 pmFor all ages and their grown-ups.

Engage your tiny book lover in an interactive storytelling experience where art and story become one through song, rhyme and images. After the book ends, stretch your imagination with hands-on art activities and play.

Summer Road Trip Thursday, June 18

Pirates Don’t Like Art Thursday, July 16

School DaysThursday, August 27

Free for members. $10/non-member child.

Registration required atAkronArtMuseum.org/eventregistration or call 330.376.9186.

Story Time is made possible with support from the Robert O. and Annamae Orr Family Foundation.

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