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Adult Group Tours Docent-led tours for adults Minimum of 6, Maximum of 15 There is a $25 booking fee for all adult groups (due upon booking). To schedule a tour contact the Tour Coordinator at least two weeks in advance. Please be prepared to provide the group's name, the name of a contact person, a daytime phone number, the preferred date and time, and special needs if any. To cancel or reschedule, please give notice at least 48 hours in advance. (See Refund Policy.) First Friday Art Tours Join us for a delightful way to wrap up your week. Meet at 11:00 a.m. for an introduction to a special exhibition. Then spend an hour touring the exhibition with a staff member or specially trained docent who will guide you through the gallery. Bring your friends or fellow club members for a memorable group eventideal for senior groups. First Friday Tours are free, however, advanced registration is required. To register, please call 903-595-1001. (The Museum Cafê is open for lunch.) Docent-led Student Tours Minimum 6, Maximum 30 Adult/Student Ratio: 1 adult for every 15 students Elementary School: $50 fee for teacher packet, tour, and art activity Junior High and High School: $25 fee for teacher packet and tour The TMA invites teachers to schedule interactive docent-led tours for elementary, junior high, high school and college classes. All scheduled elementary classes receive a teacher's packet for advanced preparation and a 1½ hour visit to the Museum, including a guided tour and an exhibition related art activity. Tours for junior high, high school and college classes last 1 hour and do not include an art activity, unless arranged with the Education Department. All guided tours must be scheduled and paid at least two weeks in advance. For more information, contact the Tour Coordinator. Teacher-led Student Tours Teachers are always welcome to bring their class during Museum hours, however at least 1 adult for every 10 students is required for those tours that are not led by a Museum docent. Call in advance to schedule your visit (903-595-1001); advance payment is required for ticketed exhibitions. TMA/TISD School Tour Program This special partnership, begun in 1976 between the Tyler Museum of Art and the Tyler Independent School District, enables all students from two elementary grade levels to come to the Museum for a tour and an exhibition-related art activity. During the 2008-2009 school year, all 2nd and 5th grade students in TISD will have the opportunity to participate. If your school or district is interested in arranging a similar type of program, please contact the Education Department. Contact Information Education Department educate@tylermuseum.org 903-595-1001 x. 212 Kim Schaefer - School Programs Coordinator tours@tylermuseum.org 903-595-1001 x. 206 Back to Education |