For all questions or registrations regarding our educational programs, contact the Museum at 717-233-8668 x7.

Lectures

Throughout the year, the Museum hosts lectures to support the exhibitions in our galleries. Educators can attend to gain new knowledge, perspective, and ideas, as well as earn Act 48 continuing education hours. Please refer to the Museum’s Calendar of Events for a schedule of upcoming lectures.

Professional Development for Teachers

The Susquehanna Art Museum is an approved provider of Act 48 hours in Pennsylvania. This allows SAM to offer lectures and workshops that generate continuing professional education hours for certified teachers. Most opportunities are free, and we will manage the paperwork involved for recording participation credit.

Download a copy of our 2010 Adult/Educator Workshops flyer

Please see our Calendar of Events for updated lecture/workshop information.

Group Tours

No experience in the arts compares with viewing the primary source – original works of art.  Textures and materials come to life when students see works of art firsthand.  Original works of art connect students to the historical and cultural context in which these artworks are made, provide a forum to understand art as a way of communicating/reflecting important ideas, and serve as inspiration for self-reflection.  Students will carry these experiences with them as they grow and develop as human beings in our ever-changing society.

Group tours consist of a 45-60 minute guided tour through our current exhibition led by museum staff; included are lessons on museum etiquette.  The Susquehanna Art Museum’s staff will divide larger groups of students to ensure individual attention.

Group tours of selected exhibitions support the Pennsylvania Academic Standards for Education by introducing themes that are relevant to a wide array of academic curricula, in addition to addressing issues inherent to the visual arts.

Group tours must be scheduled during regular museum hours and can be tailored to the age and background of the group.  Group tours can also include a Museum Experience Workshop if scheduled at least three weeks prior to the visit.  Please contact the Education Department at 717-233-8668 x 7 for scheduling and fee structure for group tours.

Group Tour Reservation Information:

• Group tours are available year round, generally to groups of 10 or more.
• Tours are offered during regular museum hours – Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Fridays & Saturdays:  10am-4pm; Thursday: 4-8pm; Sunday: 1-4pm. (The Museum is closed on Mondays)
• Tour reservations must be made three weeks in advance.
• Tours are limited to 40 students.
• Please make one payment for the entire group.
• As part of its educational mission, the Museum will waive the standard admission charges for groups whose tours meet the above criteria.  (Group tour fees still apply)

Group Tour Fees:

• Fees for group tours are $2 per student for guided tours (in addition to any applicable admission charges).  One adult chaperone is required for each group of 10 students. 
• Admission fees for group tours with Museum Experience Workshop are $7 per student.

Group Tour Reservations:

To schedule a group tour or request further information, please call 717-233-8668 x 7, or submit an SAM Group Tour Reservation Form.

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