Classes are held in the Museum Academy classrooms located downstairs in the Museum. Enter on the North Patio – pond side at Big Spring Park. Look for the Museum Academy entrance! Space is limited to 12 students per class. Museum gallery visits included for inspiration. All materials are provided for the children’s classes. All New Projects!
Fee covers the dates listed with each class.
If the class you want is SOLD OUT, please email your name and phone number to Laura E. Smith, Director of Education/Museum Academy at lsmith@hsvmuseum.org to be added to the waiting list.
Youth Classes: More information on our website hsvmuseum.org under Learn – Common Questions. Student check-in /check-out is required at the Museum Academy entrance by each parent/guardian. We ask that children 4 and older attend class without a parent or guardian present, unless the student is registered for a parent/child class where one adult can accompany the student to class. There is not a waiting area in the Academy studios. While children are attending class, parents are invited to visit the Museum galleries during regular business hours, Children’s Community Gallery, and Pane e Vino Pizzeria.
One of the many benefits of membership (Family level and above) in the Museum is a discount on art camps, classes and workshops.
Give the Gift of Creativity – Gift Certificates Available! Call the Museum Academy at 256.535.6372.
If you have questions or prefer to register over the phone, call the Museum Academy at 256.535.6372.
Museum Academy Visual Arts Scholarship Program
Scholarships are available for students (ages 3-18) interested in pursuing art who are in need of financial assistance. Download the Visual Arts Scholarship Fund application at hsvmuseum.org.
Inclement Weather Policy for Children and Teens Camps/Classes and High School/Adult Classes/Workshops:
During inclement weather, the Huntsville Museum of Art’s Museum Academy schedule will follow that of the Huntsville City Schools: If the school system closes, the Museum Academy classes will also be postponed. The classes will then meet at their next regularly scheduled time. When camps/classes or workshops are postponed, there will be a recorded message at 256.535.6372. Check the Museum’s website and Facebook page. In the event that Museum Academy camps/classes or workshops are postponed due to inclement weather or other factors beyond our control, we will make every effort to reschedule these classes at the end of the session by adding on an additional week to the schedule.
Ceramics: Ages 5-8
Sara Bowen
September 24, October 8, 15, 22, 29, November 12 (6 Tuesdays)
3:45-5:15 p.m.
$95 members/$135 non-members
Express yourself with clay by creating a variety of vessels and sculptures. Learn pinch, coil, slab construction and glazing techniques.
Drawing: Ages 9 & Up
Debra Troyer
September 24, October 8, 15, 22, 29, November 12 (6 Tuesdays)
3:45-5:15 p.m.
$95 members/$135 non-members
From doodles to pictures of your favorite things, you’ll experiment with different materials and learn how to use lines, shading, perspective and texture to create what you see in front of you –and in your imagination. Media include pencil, pen, and pastel.
Mixed Media: Ages 6-8
Debra Troyer
September 25, October 9, 16, 23, 30, November 6 (6 Wednesdays)
3:45-5:15 p.m.
$95 members/$135 non-members
Combine skills in ceramics, drawing and painting with new discoveries in a variety of arts media and processes. Media include clay, watercolor, acrylic, marker and more.
Art that Moves! Ages 5-8
Elizabeth Seifried
September 26, October 10, 17, 24, November 7, 14 (6 Thursdays)
4-5:30 p.m.
$95 members/$135 non-members
Explore the world of 3-D artwork by creating a mobile and much more. Media will include air dry clay, paper, wire, and wood.
Ceramics: Handbuilding & Wheel Throwing Techniques, Ages 9 & Up
Sara Bowen
September 26, October 10, 17, 24, November 7, 14 (6 Thursdays)
4-5:30 p.m.
$95 members/$135 non-members
Explore pinch, coil, slab construction and basic glazing methods. Wheel throwing techniques will be introduced.