WINTER 2023 Youth & Teen Programs
Weekly Youth Classes
outh Classes
Weekly Youth Classes
These 10-week classes are designed to introduce aged 3–13 students to new media and techniques, diversify forms of communication, and encourage social and emotional development while nurturing a passion for creativity and individuality. Studies show that consistent participation with art can improve educational outcomes, lead to increased problem-solving capabilities, and encourage compassion for others—all while having fun!
Tuition: Tuesday, Wednesday, & Thursday 1.5-hour classes are $150; Saturday 2-hour classes are $195.
Teen Apprentice Program
The Worcester Art Museum’s Teen Apprentice Program is a paid internship program with flexible hours designed for teenagers 16+ years old who have an interest in working in the arts, museums, or education. Apprentices will participate in a wide range of experiences designed to help with career readiness.
From the application and interview process to working with the public, from assisting with studio classes to designing and presenting a research project, each part of the Apprentice Program will offer value to both the apprentice and the Museum.
For more information and to apply, visit our Teen Programs Webpage: worcesterart.org/classes/teen-classes
Teen programming at WAM is supported in part by the National Endowment for the Arts
About Youth & Teen Studio Classes
125 Years of Art Education
Home to one of the oldest and most respected studio art programs in the region, the Worcester Art Museum offers a wide range of art and art history classes and workshops taught by the area’s leading instructors. Unlike other programs, WAM students have access to the Museum’s world-renowned collection that inspires and informs their work in the classroom. Studio art classes and workshops are available for day, evening, and weekend sessions and for all ages, abilities, and interests.
Youth Scholarships
The Worcester Art Museum offers scholarships so that students with a passion for art but with limited financial means can participate in our studio class programs!
NEW! Woo Scholarships
This year, WAM is introducing 20 Woo Scholarships per program session—Fall, Winter, and Summer These scholarships cover 50% of class tuition for students attending a Worcester Public School, with the remaining 50% payable upon registration.
WAM Scholarships
The Museum continues to offer full scholarships to students who may require additional financial support. These scholarships cover 100% of class tuition for students with limited finances.
Applications for scholarships are reviewed on a first-come, first-served basis. Once your application is reviewed, a staff member will contact you. For more information and to apply for either scholarship type, please visit our online scholarships page: worcesterart.org/classes/scholarship.
Special Thanks to Our Generous Funders
We are grateful to the generous foundations, restricted, and endowed funds that provide support for our class programs and scholarships. See our list of funders at worcesterart.org/classes/scholarship
Cover artwork by students in Winter Vacation Workshops.