PK-12 Programs

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The Lowe Art Museum supports PK-12 teachers and students with interactive tours, engaging programs, learning resources, lesson ideas, and professional development opportunities.

Tours and Workshops

The Education Team is dedicated to crafting immersive onsite and virtual tours that cater to visitors of all ages, igniting a passion for exploring the world of visual arts. With a commitment to fostering meaningful learning experiences, we encourage critical thinking and engage visitors through object-based education. Our tour approach employs thoughtful questions to stimulate student comprehension and align with curriculum connections. Guided tours are led by museum staff and trained volunteer guides, making them accessible and enjoyable for individuals of all ages.

Click here to request a visit to the museum

PK — 12 Educational Tours

During guided visits, trained staff lead interactive tours that explore four to five galleries or works of art in the museum. Upon request, tour experiences can include an artmaking activity, creative writing exercise, in-gallery sketching activity, or small group work in the galleries.

  • Highlights Tour: Overview guided tour of the permanent collection and temporary exhibitions; 45 minutes to 1 hour 
  • Self-Guided Tour: Self-guided tour of the permanent collection or temporary exhibitions; 45 minutes to 1 hour

Click here to request a visit to the museum. Visit requests require at least three-weeks advance notice and a minimum group size of 10 people. Please Note: This is only a reservation request. Your booking will not be complete until you receive confirmation correspondence from a staff member at the Lowe Art Museum.


PK — 12 Group Rates:

The Lowe is pleased to be able to currently offer free admission for PK-12 visits and guided experiences!

  • 10 – 20 Students: Free (Savings of $100)
  • 21 – 40 Students: Free (Savings of $200)
  • 41 – 60 Students: Free (Savings of $300)

Teaching Resources for Educators

The Education Team provides on-site and virtual guided experiences tailored to your needs and course curriculum, Professional Development Workshop opportunities, and educational resources. For more information, or to request a time to speak with the Education Team, please contact educationlowe@miami.edu.

Cards

Hidden Stories — New Voices: Digital Interactive

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Greco-Roman Antiquities Sketching Activity Worksheet

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Animating Antiquity: 3D Digital Models of Selected Artworks

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