We support arts learning in and out of the classroom. Our resources and experiences for educators and students include tours, professional development, partnerships, and the Art, Books, and Creativity (ABC) arts-integration curriculum.
What We Offer
Field Trips & Tours
Introduce Pre-K–12 students to visual art and women artists by booking a guided tour or scheduling a self-guided visit. Bus subsidies are available.
Professional Development
Join us for single- or multi-day educator professional development sessions, and leave energized and primed with new ideas!
ABC Curriculum
Our signature Art, Books, and Creativity (ABC) curriculum uses artists’ books to highlight natural connections between visual arts and language arts.
Partnerships
NMWA educators welcome opportunities to develop tailored partnerships with individual schools and teachers, school districts, and youth organizations.
Teacher In-Service
Learn along with colleagues by requesting a customized teacher in-service. We can provide these experiences at the museum or in schools.
Resources
Introduce your Pre-K–12 students to art by women, past and present, using our free teacher resources.
Stay in the Loop!
Sign up for our quarterly teacher newsletter to learn about upcoming professional development opportunities, programs, and resources.
Sponsors
Education programming is made possible by the A. James & Alice B. Clark Foundation, with additional support provided by the Marcia and Frank Carlucci Charitable Foundation, the Leo Rosner Foundation, the William Randolph Hearst Foundation, and the DC Commission on the Arts and Humanities, which receives support from the National Endowment for the Arts. Additional funding is provided by the Harriet E. McNamee Youth Education Fund, William and Christine Leahy, the Nora Roberts Foundation, Sylvan C. Coleman Trust, and the Junior League of Washington.
See For Yourself Cards
See for Yourself cards highlight selected works from our collection and special exhibitions. Use them in the museum, at home, or in the classroom to engage with artworks, discover fascinating facts, and reflect on your experience.
