School Tours
The KMA as an Educational Resource
We offer students and teachers the opportunity to immerse themselves in our exhibitions through inquiry-based learning and hands-on activities.
With nearly 100 member schools and service organizations, the KMA Education Department is a rich resource for curriculum-based learning. We encourage collaboration to develop new ways of connecting visual observation to classroom objectives. Each new exhibition, part of a diverse schedule that explores ideas about art, culture, and society, affords a unique opportunity for the study of fine art, language arts, social studies, and the sciences.
On KMA visits your students will:
- Explore original art through close study and engaging discussion
- Develop visual, verbal, and critical thinking skills as they learn to “read” art
- Think about how art connects to their lives, their environment, and academic subjects such as language arts, social studies, math, and science
- Express ideas through hands-on activities
Preview this year's exhibitions
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Visit Us!
Plan a Visit
Tours run Wednesday - Friday, 9:00am - 2:30pm. School programs are 60 to 90 minutes in length depending on the age of the students and the goals of the visit and include a hands-on activity. Group size is limited to 50, with one teacher or chaperone for every 15 students. You will receive a confirmation letter prior to your visit and suggested pre-and post-visit activities that will enable your class to get the most out of their Museum experience. The KMA welcomes students of all abilities. We can customize school tours to meet the needs of diverse learners and encourage teachers to reach out to collaboratively plan a visit. If you have questions or would like to discuss tour specifics, please don’t hesitate to contact us.
The KMA schedules 2 – 3 exhibitions over the course of each academic year. Plan your visits early. Contact the Education Department, (914) 232-9555 ext. 2969.
Talk To Us
We invite you to collaborate with us so we can tailor a school tour to meet your goals. Or consider extending your visit with one of our innovative Museum Education Programs.
Fees
$10 per student for non-member schools. Big Savings: Schools may participate in the School Membership program for $350 per academic year. This fee allows for an unlimited number of free visits during the school year. District-wide memberships may receive additional savings. BOCES, Arts in Education may cover the costs of the KMA fee. If the cost of a bus is preventing your class from visiting the Museum, a limited Bus Fund based on need is available. For more information, please contact the Curator of Education, 914-232-9555, ext. 2969.