Enjoyable and enriching experiences
Thank you, residents of Macomb, Oakland, and Wayne Counties, for supporting the DIA and its educational programs! Your help means we can continue to provide outstanding art programs for learners of all ages. Check this page frequently for updates on our services and programs. Applications for free student field trips may be submitted through this website. Museum admission is now free for residents in your communities!
The Detroit Institute of Arts is committed to providing the highest quality art education programs available. From artists' talks and lectures, to hands-on creative workshops, we offer a wide range of programs that provide enjoyable and enriching experiences for visitors with all levels of familiarity with art. Our educational programs, materials and services reflect an audience-centered approach to viewing art and a learner-centered approach to the learning experience. Our educational strategies are derived from four overarching principles:
- Art is for everyone;
- Learning is a lifelong process;
- Knowledge is based on experience as well as formal study;
- Best practice is based on understanding our visitors and employing effective teaching strategies.
A new training class for teaching volunteers is forming soon. Contact Sue Troia at stroia@dia.org for more information or to receive an application.
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