The TMA is proud to offer a variety of educational services to teachers & schools!
To download the application for the 2011-2012 School Tour Grant Program, please click here!
STUDENT TOURS
Minimum 6, Maximum 30
Adult/Student Ratio: 1 adult for every 15 students
Elementary School: $85 fee for teacher packet, tour, and art activity
Middle School: $85 fee for teacher packet, tour and art activity
High School: $85 fee for teacher packet, and tour
The TMA invites teachers to schedule interactive docent-led tours for elementary, middle school, high school and college classes. All scheduled elementary classes receive a teacher's packet for advanced preparation and a 1½ hour visit to the Museum, including a guided tour and an exhibition- related art activity. Tours for middle school, high school and college classes last 1 3/4 hour (9:30-11:15 a.m.) and do not include an art activity, unless arranged with the Education Department. All guided tours must be scheduled and paid at least two weeks in advance. For more information, contact the Education Department.
TEACHER-LED STUDENT TOURS
Teachers are always welcome to bring their students to give their own tour during Museum hours, however we request that there be at least 1 adult for every 10 students. We recommend that you call in advance to schedule your visit (903-595-1001). Some exhibitions require an entrance fee; discounts are available for groups of 25 or more.
TMA/TISD SCHOOL TOUR PROGRAM
This special partnership, begun in 1976 between the Tyler Museum of Art and the Tyler Independent School District, enables all students from two elementary grade levels to come to the Museum for a tour and an exhibition-related art activity. During the school year, all students in TISD will have the opportunity to participate.
If your school or district is interested in arranging a similar type of program, please contact the Education Department.
Contact Information
Education Department
educate@tylermuseum.org
903-595-1001 x. 212
Felicity Enas - Museum Educator
tours@tylermuseum.org
903-595-1001 x. 212
ANNUAL HIGH SCHOOL ART EXHIBITION
In the spring, the TMA announces it's annual High School Art Exhibition, a juried exhibition of original works by local high school art students. The works are originally selected for entry into the exhibition by the students’ teachers. Prior to the opening of the exhibition, the pieces are judged by a panel of jurors selected by the TMA curatorial staff from local college art departments. The aim of the exhibition is to give local high school students the opportunity to participate in a professional art exhibition in a museum setting. For more information on how you may become involved, please contact the Education Department.
RESOURCES
The TMA is pleased to offer teachers free of charge:
• Art posters to be checked out through the Education office
• Use of the TMA's resource library. By appointment only
• A meeting room for in-service training to be scheduled through Education
Please call the Education Department at 903- 595-1001, or write to educate@tylermuseum.org at least four weeks in advance of your requested workshop date.
EDUCATOR MEMBERSHIPS
The TMA offers a special membership level for all educators ($25). Join and enjoy the following:
• Subscription to TMA's quarterly Preview Membership Calendar
• Free admission to ticketed exhibitions
• First notice of exhibitions, gallery talks, programs, and performances
• Invitations to Member’s previews of selected exhibitions before they open to the public
• 10% discount on selected items in the Museum shop
• Discount on classes, lectures, and ticketed special programs
• Volunteer opportunities
• TMA membership sticker for Museum parking
STUDENT MEMBERSHIPS
Teachers, please inform your students that memberships are available for only $10!
EDUCATION MAILING LIST
If you are a local educator and wish to be notified of upcoming teacher in-services, school tours, and education events please contact the Education Department at 903-595-1001.
