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A House Divided Civil War--Free Program
- by Smithsonian American Art Museum
The Civil War tested and consumed the country for more than four years. Explore how this great conflict and subsequent Reconstruction period are depicted through the traditional mediums of painting and sculpture, as well as the then new medium of...
Audience: Education: 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Adult LearnersPublic Library: Library Patrons

FREE!

based on 141 evaluation(s).

Free Program--Lure of the West
- by Smithsonian American Art Museum
Part geography and part mythology, the American West retains a powerful allure in popular culture. Explore depictions of the people, lifestyles, and landscapes of the 19th century West to better understand this dynamic period of history.
Audience: Education: 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Adult LearnersPublic Library: Library Patrons

FREE!

based on 105 evaluation(s).

Free Program--Latino Art and Culture
- by Smithsonian American Art Museum
The concept of a collective Latino identity began to emerge in the United States in the mid-20th century. Explore how Latino artists shaped the artistic movements of their day, often using their work to communicate with a larger public about...
Audience: Education: 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Adult LearnersPublic Library: Library Patrons

FREE!

based on 123 evaluation(s).

American Indians--Free Program
- by Smithsonian American Art Museum
American Indians are part of the past, present, and future of the United States. Explore histories and cultures of some American Indians as captured by both Native and non-Native artists. Discuss the influence of geography, tradition, and tribal...
Audience: Education: 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Adult LearnersPublic Library: Library Patrons

FREE!

based on 183 evaluation(s).

Free Program--Young America
- by Smithsonian American Art Museum
The transition from colonial rule to national independence was a pivotal time in American history. Students will explore colonial and early federal art that tells the story of growing national ambitions, territorial expansion, and the beginning of...
Audience: Education: 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Adult LearnersPublic Library: Library Patrons

FREE!

based on 111 evaluation(s).

America's Signs & Symbols--Free Program
- by Smithsonian American Art Museum
Artists use familiar icons such as the Statue of Liberty, the bald eagle, and the American flag to communicate their ideas about American culture and encourage examination of our society.
Audience: Education: 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Adult LearnersPublic Library: Library Patrons

FREE!

based on 190 evaluation(s).

Free Program--To See Is to Think
- by Smithsonian American Art Museum
In a world filled with images, it is important to be visually literate. While exploring artworks that represent various time periods, styles, and mediums, students will: 1) build a visual vocabulary and learn how to form interpretations based on...
Audience: Education: 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Adult LearnersPublic Library: Library Patrons

FREE!

based on 98 evaluation(s).

Found Object Artworks--Free Program
- by Smithsonian American Art Museum
From beads to bottlecaps, tinfoil to toys, artists have used many nontraditional materials to express themselves and create art. This videoconference covers how artists use everyday materials, vision and imagination, storytelling, and a sense of...
Audience: Education: 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Adult LearnersPublic Library: Library Patrons

FREE!

based on 120 evaluation(s).

Contemporary Craft Works--Free Program
- by Smithsonian American Art Museum
Craft artists push beyond traditions by testing the limits of materials and techniques. Whether using clay, metal, glass, or fiber, these artists create works that blur the lines between art and craft and encourage us to see everyday objects in...
Audience: Education: 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Adult LearnersPublic Library: Library Patrons

FREE!

based on 33 evaluation(s).

African American Artists--Free Program
- by Smithsonian American Art Museum
The lives of African American artists lend insight into the context of their works. Learn about the diverse body of artwork created by African American artists and the historical, social, and cultural events, as well as the life experiences, that...
Audience: Education: 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Adult LearnersPublic Library: Library Patrons

FREE!

based on 126 evaluation(s).

Educator Orientation to SAAM Videoconferences
- by Smithsonian American Art Museum
Preview the Smithsonian American Art Museum's 11 videoconference topics and learn strategies to teach multiple disciplines using art during an interactive, conversation-driven session with museum staff. Focus on one topic or explore multiple...
Audience: Education: Teacher(s)/Educator(s)Public Library: Library Staff

FREE!

This program has not yet been evaluated.

Social Commentary | Social Action--Free Program
- by Smithsonian American Art Museum
Artists living in America have often visualized and engaged with social issues through their artistic practice. Students will examine 18th-21st century art to discover the range of approaches artists have used to make their voices heard.
Audience: Education: 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Adult LearnersPublic Library: Library Patrons

FREE!

based on 10 evaluation(s).

Art and Monuments Honoring Memory and Service
- by Smithsonian American Art Museum
As sites of our national memory, American Battle Monuments Commission (ABMC) cemeteries honor the service and sacrifice of US soldiers overseas. As the national institution that documents America’s stories through art, the Smithsonian American Art...
Audience: Education: Adult LearnersPublic Library: Library Patrons

FREE!

based on 3 evaluation(s).

Asian American Artists--Free Program
- by Smithsonian American Art Museum
Asian American artists are integral to the multifaceted story of American art. Explore their artwork and discuss the life experiences, historic events, and cultural connections that inspire their artistic practice.
Audience: Education: 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Adult LearnersPublic Library: Library Patrons

FREE!

This program has not yet been evaluated.

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