Youth & Families | Sun Valley Museum of Art

We love welcoming kids and families to The Museum!

Sun Valley Museum of Art welcomes children of all ages to come visit with their families. We provide opportunities for learning and discovery through hands-on, sensory play and art making to engage multiple generations, build confidence and encourage self-expression.

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Things to know before your visit:

While you are at The Museum:

Be sure to take advantage of the Museum Art Lab and the Family Activity Guides to lead you through the exhibition and engage in hands-on art activities.

You do not need to know everything about the art, the artist or the theme. You are welcome to just come explore!

We want children to feel confident and curious—let them lead the discussion and ask questions.

But please remember these important rules:

Do not touch works of art
Keep a safe distance between you and each work of art
No leaning on or touching walls or cases
Running, pushing, and roughhousing are not allowed in The Museum

Questions to ask during your visit:

What do you see going on in this picture?
What makes you say that?
What do you think a good title for this art would be?
The art has named it ______(read title).
Why do you think it’s called that?
Does this remind you of anything you have seen before?
Why or why not?

Questions to ask after your visit:

Discuss with your children what they saw and remember from their visit.

What was the most interesting piece of art they saw?
Why is that?
What was the most beautiful?
What makes you say that?
Have your children draw what they saw at The Museum and tell you about their drawing

Share with your friends how much fun your family had and invite them to join you next time you visit!

Teens

Hands-on art making experiences that foster learning and discovery, and connection and collaboration with peers.

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Afternnon Art at Sun Valley Museum of Art

Afternoon Art (FREE!)

Families join us to view the exhibition, make art, and explore The Museum’s Art Lab together (designed for families with kids ages 5–12)

Smart Art!

A weekly afternoon of activities and care for students in grades 4 & 5, offers opportunities to explore a variety of art forms, engaging students through creative problem solving, self-expression and confidence building.

Kids Summer Art Camps

Created for youth in grades 3rd-5th and 6th-8th to explore the arts, learn and have fun over summer break.

Art Lab

Connect to art and the BIG IDEA with engaging, interactive experiences and play.

Museum Family Activity Guide

Visiting the museum is a wonderful activity for multi-generations. Embark on a learning adventure with us!

Upcoming Youth & Family Programming

Fri, February 04

FAMILY PROGRAM: Afternoon Art (Session 1)

(for families with kids ages 5–12)

2:30 PM

The Museum

FAMILY PROGRAM: Afternoon Art (Session 2)

(for families with kids ages 5–12)

3:30 PM

The Museum

Tue, February 08

YOUTH PROGRAM: Smart Art Winter 2022 Session

YOUTH PROGRAM: Smart Art Winter 2022 (Tuesdays)

(for students in grades 4 & 5)

2:30 PM

Hailey Classroom

Wed, February 09

YOUTH PROGRAM: Smart Art Winter 2022 (Wednesdays)

(for students in grades 4 & 5)

2:30 PM

Hailey Classroom

Fri, February 11

FAMILY PROGRAM: Afternoon Art (Session 1)

(for families with kids ages 5–12)

2:30 PM

The Museum

FAMILY PROGRAM: Afternoon Art (Session 2)

(for families with kids ages 5–12)

3:30 PM

The Museum

Tue, February 15

YOUTH PROGRAM: Smart Art Winter 2022 (Tuesdays)

(for students in grades 4 & 5)

2:30 PM

Hailey Classroom

Wed, February 16

YOUTH PROGRAM: Smart Art Winter 2022 (Wednesdays)

(for students in grades 4 & 5)

2:30 PM

Hailey Classroom

Fri, February 18

FAMILY PROGRAM: Afternoon Art (Session 1)

(for families with kids ages 5–12)

2:30 PM

The Museum

FAMILY PROGRAM: Afternoon Art (Session 2)

(for families with kids ages 5–12)

3:30 PM

The Museum

Tue, February 22

YOUTH PROGRAM: Smart Art Winter 2022 (Tuesdays)

(for students in grades 4 & 5)

2:30 PM

Hailey Classroom

Wed, February 23

YOUTH PROGRAM: Smart Art Winter 2022 (Wednesdays)

(for students in grades 4 & 5)

2:30 PM

Hailey Classroom

Tue, March 01

YOUTH PROGRAM: Smart Art Winter 2022 (Tuesdays)

(for students in grades 4 & 5)

2:30 PM

Hailey Classroom

Wed, March 02

YOUTH PROGRAM: Smart Art Winter 2022 (Wednesdays)

(for students in grades 4 & 5)

2:30 PM

Hailey Classroom

Tue, March 08

YOUTH PROGRAM: Smart Art Winter 2022 (Tuesdays)

(for students in grades 4 & 5)

2:30 PM

Hailey Classroom

Wed, March 09

YOUTH PROGRAM: Smart Art Winter 2022 (Wednesdays)

(for students in grades 4 & 5)

2:30 PM

Hailey Classroom

Tue, March 15

YOUTH PROGRAM: Smart Art Winter 2022 (Tuesdays)

(for students in grades 4 & 5)

2:30 PM

Hailey Classroom

Wed, March 16

YOUTH PROGRAM: Smart Art Winter 2022 (Wednesdays)

(for students in grades 4 & 5)

2:30 PM

Hailey Classroom

Tue, April 05

YOUTH PROGRAM: Smart Art Spring 2022 (Tuesdays)

(for students in grades 4 & 5)

2:30 PM

Hailey Classroom

Wed, April 06

YOUTH PROGRAM: Smart Art Spring 2022 (Tuesdays)

YOUTH PROGRAM: Smart Art Spring 2022 (Wednesdays)

(for students in grades 4 & 5)

2:30 PM

Hailey Classroom

Tue, April 12

YOUTH PROGRAM: Smart Art Spring 2022 (Tuesdays)

(for students in grades 4 & 5)

2:30 PM

Hailey Classroom

Wed, April 13

YOUTH PROGRAM: Smart Art Spring 2022 (Wednesdays)

(for students in grades 4 & 5)

2:30 PM

Hailey Classroom

Tue, April 19

YOUTH PROGRAM: Smart Art Spring 2022 (Tuesdays)

(for students in grades 4 & 5)

2:30 PM

Hailey Classroom

Wed, April 20

YOUTH PROGRAM: Smart Art Spring 2022 (Wednesdays)

(for students in grades 4 & 5)

2:30 PM

Hailey Classroom

Tue, April 26

YOUTH PROGRAM: Smart Art Spring 2022 (Tuesdays)

(for students in grades 4 & 5)

2:30 PM

Hailey Classroom

Wed, April 27

YOUTH PROGRAM: Smart Art Spring 2022 (Wednesdays)

(for students in grades 4 & 5)

2:30 PM

Hailey Classroom

Fri, April 29

FAMILY PROGRAM: Afternoon Art (Session 1)

(for families with kids ages 5–12)

2:30 PM

The Museum

FAMILY PROGRAM: Afternoon Art (Session 2)

(for families with kids ages 5–12)

3:30 PM

The Museum

Tue, May 03

YOUTH PROGRAM: Smart Art Spring 2022 (Tuesdays)

(for students in grades 4 & 5)

2:30 PM

Hailey Classroom

Wed, May 04

YOUTH PROGRAM: Smart Art Spring 2022 (Wednesdays)

(for students in grades 4 & 5)

2:30 PM

Hailey Classroom