Artful Adventures offers specially designed in-person home school classes for kids and teens. Taught by trained Museum educators, these age-appropriate programs last two hours, include a pre-tour activity, gallery exploration, and a related art lesson. Class tickets include general admission to the MFA for the student and one accompanying grown-up.
Instructor: Liam Jones and Yael Saiger
Class Schedule
March 10, 2023—Weaving
Textile art is not only beautiful but can also be used to tell stories. Take a look at examples from the Museum's collections then learn basic weaving skills and use colorful yarn and fabrics to weave your own story!
March 17, 2023—Mythological Figures
Explore the Museum in search of tales of brave and heroic individuals. Then depict the epic adventures of a character of your own using paint and mixed media.
March 24, 2023—Museum Architecture
Museums and galleries come in many shapes, sizes, and colors. Take a closer look at how the MFA’s collection is displayed while considering the architecture of the building and each of the galleries. Then design and build your own miniature museum gallery.
March 31, 2023—Statues and Sculptures
Discover what statues are and what they are made out of while exploring the galleries for some of the largest and smallest examples on view. Then create your own statuette using Model Magic and mixed media.
Supplies are provided.
For more information please visit the Home School page or e-mail artfuladventures@mfa.org.
Occurring every Friday
Assistive listening system
Wheelchair accessible
Ticket Information
Each four-session ticket package must be purchased in advance, and is only available for sale online until noon on the Monday before the first session.
Class tickets include general admission to the MFA for the student and one accompanying grown-up. Supplies are provided.
We regret that there is no make-up, refund, or rescheduling for classes missed by a child, even those due to inclement weather. Refunds are given only if the class is cancelled by the MFA.