Exploring Art
Exploring Art
Exploring Art
Exploring Art
Exploring Art
Exploring Art
Exploring Art
Exploring Art
Exploring Art

Exploring Art

Grade(s): Kindergarten, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, and 12

Location: Art Gallery of St. Albert

Program Delivery: In Person

Exploring Art Tours are designed for teachers, students and community groups
searching for a multidisciplinary art experience within the setting of a fun and
welcoming contemporary public art gallery in the heart of downtown St. Albert.

We will learn all about the art and artworks in our main exhibitions by looking
and asking questions, participating in fun guided activities and creating your own
personally inspired art!


Curriculum:
• Critical Thinking
• Creativity + Innovation
• Communication
• Cultural + Global Citizenship
• Problem-Solving
• Collaboration
• Managing Information
• Personal Growth + Wellbeing 


Student Outcomes:
Pre K–6
  • Learn and develop basic social etiquette when visiting an art gallery or museum.
  •  Discover the cultural, historical, and social contexts of artworks on display through student-centred inquiry and discussion.
  • Engage with art through student-centred games and conversations that promote self-expression.
  • Develop creative expression, critical thinking, and connection to the exhibition through a related age-appropriate art project.

Grades 7–12
  • Discover the cultural, historical, and social contexts of artworks on display through student-centred inquiry and discussion.
  • Employ and expand visual literacy skills involved in examining and appreciating an artwork.
  • Form and express opinions based on critical engagement with the art and the integration of personal worldview.
  • Develop creative expression, critical thinking, and connection to the exhibition through a related age-appropriate art project.

 

View Art Gallery of St. Albert's current exhibitions here or our upcoming exhibitions here. 

**Please note this program is only available currently at Art Gallery of St. Albert. 

     

    Upcoming Exhibitions + Projects 

    Threading through Time: March 14–April 25
    Themes: Cultural Heritage, Colonialism, Identity
    Project: Paper & Fabric Weaving
    High Energy 29: May 2–May 25
    Themes: Climate Change, Emerging Artists, Creative Expression
    Project: Upcycled Mosaic

    In Violet Light: May 30–July 6
    Themes: Global Capitalism, Indoor Horticulture, Growth
    Project: Plant Sculpture

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    Teacher Feedback

    My students loved the field trip. There is a good mix of teaching about the history and hands-on activities.

    Holy Cross SchoolGr 2, “My School – Past and Present” at Little White School and “Work and Play” at St. Albert Grain Elevators

    Perfect project to complement our learning in Science.

    Wild Rose SchoolGr 3, “Metamorphosis” clay program - Art Gallery of St. Albert, St Albert Place Studios

    The presentation was engaging and informative. It fit in wonderfully with our kindergarten curriculum and was a positive and meaningful experience for my students.

    Windsor Park SchoolKinder, “I Belong” in-school Museum program

    These were valuable and engaging programs for the students. They enjoyed learning a new skill and at the river lots they were encouraged to think critically and reflect carefully.

    Leo Nickerson SchoolGr 5, “Learning from the Land” at the River Lots

    My students loved it and couldn't wait to go home and show their creations!

    Ecole HillgroveGr 5, “Needle Felted Owl” – Art Gallery of St. Albert, St Albert Place Studios

    This program was fantastic. The students loved the opportunity to be in council chambers.

    Albert Lacombe SchoolGr 6, “History of Local Government” Museum program

    I have done clay projects with you for as long as I can remember. Once again, everything was AMAZING! We have a new grade partner this year who had never been, and she absolutely loved it! The instructors are always excellent, They explain and guide the students in manageable chunks to make it easy for the kids to follow along. I love that you allow extra parents to come and assist. I especially like that the projects are always connected to the curriculum! Thanks again.

    Bishop David MotiukGr 3, “Nunavut Kayaks” Clay Program

    The Peru and Indigenous Peoples of Canada program perfectly connected Gr 3 Social Studies content with some Gr 4 Social Studies content. We had lots to talk about after.

    Lynnwood SchoolGr 3/4, “Peru and the Aboriginal People of Canada” Museum program

    The instructor was amazing. She engaged the students in the Métis culture. The activity was hands on and informative.

    St. Edmund SchoolGr 4 “Metis Contemporary Beading” Gallery Indigenous In-School Program

    Amazing program with a knowledgeable instructor who engaged my students and me too! Thanks so much for offering this field trip.

    Connections for LearningGr 3 “Tipi As Home” – Museum Program