Have you ever wondered how artworks are preserved for future generations? In this virtual program, students will explore what it means to be a conservator, or “art doctor.” They will problem-solve real scenarios and connect learning to their own lives.
Point to Point: $0.00Point to Point Premium: $0.00
FREE
30-60 minutes
Education: Grade(s) 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Homeschool/Family , Learning Pod
10
Suggested Maximum is 35. For larger groups please contact asiatours@si.edu.
Art, Culture, Fine Arts, Foreign & World Languages, Literacy, Problem Based Learning, Science, History & Social Studies, STEM, Asian Pacific American heritage Month
Programs are available M,W, TH and F from 9am-5pm EST. Register at least 2 weeks before your requested program date to guarantee best availability. If you would like to check on the status of your request, please contact asiatours@si.edu. All requests are subject to availability.
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For more information contact CILC by email info@cilc.org or by phone (507) 388-3672
Please notify us 2 weeks in advance of your tour or as soon as possible if you need to cancel your program.
Smithsonian's National Museum of Asian Art
Washington , DC United States
The National Museum of Asian Art is located on the National Mall in Washington, DC. With more than 46,000 objects dating from the Neolithic period to today, our collections' strengths range from the arts of China, Japan, Korea, South and Southeast Asia, the ancient Near East and the Islamic World to nineteenth century American art. The National Museum of Asian Art is committed to providing quality Pre-K-12 programs that deepen students understanding of Asian Arts and cultures, develop students' capacity for slow looking, and broaden students' perspective taking capacities.
Contact: Virtual Museum Educator asiatours@si.edu 202-633-5377
Program is presented on Zoom by professional museum educators. Through inquiry-based questions and discussion, presenters engage with participants as they explore artworks together. Students may participate in simple drawing and writing exercises throughout the program. Programs are highly interactive and participants are expected to be on camera and interact with the presenter.
Students will: Gain an introductory understanding of cultural heritage conservation Problem-solve real scenarios from the conservation lab Use close looking to examine artwork at various stages of treatment Explore ways students can preserve cultural heritage in their own lives