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Explore and create in the Appleton’s art classes, workshops and drop-in activities for children and families. Browse the education calendar below for upcoming activities. All programs are led by experienced educators.

When you visit the museum, stop by the Artspace. The Artspace is a vibrant makerspace featuring family-friendly, hands-on activities and is open during museum hours.

Visit the Online Resources page for educational content such as videos with art projects, crossword and jigsaw puzzles, and more.

If you have any questions, please contact Hollis Mutch, 352-291-4455, ext. 1613, or mutchh@cf.edu.

Explore Our Classes

Museum & Me Pre-K Program

Ages: 2-5
March 19, 2024
Tuesday,  10:30-11:30 a.m.
Member Cost: Free
Non-Member Cost: Included with Admission Fee

A program that introduces pre-K children (ages 2-5) to the museum.

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Art Explorations: Clay Creations

Ages: 8-12
March 20, 2024 -  April 24, 2024
Wednesdays,  3:30-5 p.m.
Member Cost: $95
Non-Member Cost: $115

This six-week Art Explorations session focuses on hand-building with clay.

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AppleTeens: Wheel Throwing

Ages: 13-17
March 23, 2024 -  April 27, 2024
Saturdays,  2-4 p.m.
Member Cost: $95
Non-Member Cost: $115

CLASS FULL – This six-week program is designed specifically for teens to learn the art of shaping and forming clay on the pottery wheel.

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Museum Happenings Homeschool Program

Ages: 6-9
March 26, 2024
Tuesday,  10:30 a.m.-Noon
Member Cost: Free
Non-Member Cost: Included with admission fee

The Museum Happenings program is geared toward homeschool and independent student ages 6-9 to discover the wonders of the Appleton.

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Museum & Me Pre-K Program

Ages: 2-5
April 2, 2024
Tuesday,  10:30-11:30 a.m.
Member Cost: Free
Non-Member Cost: Included with Admission Fee

A program that introduces pre-K children (ages 2-5) to the museum.

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Art Adventures

Ages: 5-7
April 13, 2024 -  April 27, 2024
Saturdays,  10:30 a.m.-Noon
Member Cost: $50
Non-Member Cost: $75

This three-week Art Adventures class introduces pint-sized Picassos to a studio art class. Students will take home their class sketchbook and three completed art projects at the end of the three classes. All materials are provided.

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Museum & Me Pre-K Program

Ages: 2-5
April 16, 2024
Tuesday,  10:30-11:30 a.m.
Member Cost: Free
Non-Member Cost: Included with Admission Fee

A program that introduces pre-K children (ages 2-5) to the museum.

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Museum & Me Pre-K Program

Ages: 2-5
May 7, 2024
Tuesday,  10:30-11:30 a.m.
Member Cost: Free
Non-Member Cost: Included with Admission Fee

A program that introduces pre-K children (ages 2-5) to the museum.

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Museum & Me Pre-K Program

Ages: 2-5
May 21, 2024
Tuesday,  10:30-11:30 a.m.
Member Cost: Free
Non-Member Cost: Included with Admission Fee

A program that introduces pre-K children (ages 2-5) to the museum.

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Artspace

Ages: 4+
Tuesday-Saturday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.,  Sunday, noon-5 p.m.

The Artspace engages adults and children in hands-on art experiences through colorful activity stations and projects that promote the understanding of art. Make a mosaic with magnets, build with Lego® or draw on our glass wall — there’s something for every age and ability!

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