In-Museum ArtReach

Boise Art Museum’s FREE Program*

In-Museum ArtReach
Education Program for Public & Non-Profit School Group Visits during the academic year

2024-2025

Schedule Today!

Supported in part by grants from the Laura Moore Cunningham Foundation, the J.R. Simplot Company, the Gladys E. Langroise Advised Fund in the Idaho Community Foundation, the Idaho Commission on the Arts, and the National Endowment for the Arts.

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2024/2025 Art Museum Experiences

Interactive Stations with BAM Educators in the Museum | Student-Centered Discussions
Art-Making Projects in BAM’s Studios | Aligns with State & National Standards | Connects with Curriculum across Subject Areas

• Tuesday through Friday
• 9:30 a.m.| 10:30 a.m. | 11:30 a.m. | 12:30 p.m.
• Pre-K – 12th Grades
• 90 Minutes

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September 24 – November 27, 2024
Objects and Understanding
Students will view photographs of collections of common objects that once belonged to asylum seekers. Students will discuss how everyday objects can help us understand ourselves and one another. In the studios, students will create artwork with collections of images.
Younger students will engage in counting, sorting, and categorizing activities. Older students will focus on identity discussions and activities.
(Relates to: language arts, math, history, geography, social studies, community, identity, collecting, storytelling, pattern, repetition)

December 3, 2024 – February 28, 2025
Science and Nature in Art
Students will view art depicting landscapes and animals. Students will discuss nature and how art and science impact our understanding of the natural world. In the studios, students will create their own artworks inspired by nature.
Younger students will engage in conversations and activities about habitats and ecosystems. Older students will focus on discussions and activities related to human relationships with the environment.
(Relates to: science, habitats, environment, regional history, geography, social studies, representation)

March 4 – May 16, 2025
Visual Language: Communicating with Images
Students will view artwork that communicates meaning and emotions with visual symbol systems. In the art studios, students will create their own artworks that tell a visual story.
Younger students will engage in activities related to shapes, colors, and patterns. Older students will focus on the meaning associated with images.
(Relates to: language arts, communication, social/emotional learning, storytelling, math, shape, color, line, texture)

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All programs are accessible and inclusive. Please notify staff of any special needs or concerns when scheduling a program.

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Visit Information:

• An interactive experience facilitated by BAM Educators, with;
• Free studio art making activity;
• Free admission for 15-35 Students (15 Student Minimum, 35 Student Maximum);
• Free admission for 1 teacher and up to 4 chaperons (for a total of 5 adults);
• Free Teacher Preview pass to view artwork in advance of visit.

One adult chaperon per 15 students is required. Prepayment is required for any additional adults. At least two weeks’ notice is required for rescheduling or cancellation. Groups canceling after this time will be charged a partial visit cost of $60 per program.

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Schedule and Plan

1. Select a Program
Please read the program descriptions carefully and select the program that best fits your curriculum and student interests.

2. Request an In-Museum ArtReach Program online » or contact us at 208-345-8330 ext. 118 or christina@boiseartmuseum.org. Teachers—please view available times and schedule your In-Museum ArtReach visit here». Program reservations must be scheduled at least two weeks prior to the requested visit date. We recommend that you schedule now for the entire 2024-2025 academic year, as program visits fill quickly.

At least two weeks’ notice is required for rescheduling or cancellation. Groups canceling after this time will be charged a partial visit cost of $60 per program.

3. Share the Pre-Visit Packet
You will receive a Pre-Visit Art Packet via email at least two weeks prior to your scheduled program for you to share with students. Pre-Visit Art Packets include important information about the program to help prepare your students and chaperons for their visit to BAM. Current Pre-Visit Art Packets are also available online »

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Other Information

Transportation Reimbursement Program
BAM offers a Transportation Reimbursement Program to help schools offset busing costs. Additional Information will be shared in the registration confirmation email.

Location
BAM is located within Julia Davis Park in downtown Boise.  Scheduled and confirmed school groups enter and exit the building through the BACK Education Entrance of the Museum facing the Julia Davis Park Rose Garden.

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*Co-Op, For-Profit, and Home School Groups
BAM charges an In-Museum ArtReach flat fee of $100 for Co-Op, For-Profit, and Home School groups for up to 30 students (6 years old and above) and 4 adults. Paid admission is required for additional adults.

Please email Christina@boiseartmuseum.org for more information and to schedule.

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Unscheduled Visits
To ensure high-quality experiences, unscheduled groups are not admitted to the Museum when their visit conflicts with already-scheduled groups. Teachers—if you prefer to reserve a time for a Self-Guided Group visit, please do so at least two weeks in advance. Admission fees and group size limits apply. Learn more and schedule here »