Skip to main content

Explore and create in the Appleton’s studio art classes, camps and drop-in activities for children and families. Browse the education calendar below for upcoming activities. All programs are led by experienced educators.

When you visit the museum, stop by the Artspace. The Artspace is a vibrant makerspace featuring family-friendly, hands-on activities and is open during museum hours.

Visit the Online Resources page for educational content such as videos with art projects, crossword and jigsaw puzzles, and more.

If you have any questions, please contact AppletonEducation@cf.edu.

Explore Our Classes

A.M. Ceramic Wind Chime

Ages:Children with Adult(s)
December 14, 2024
Saturday, 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Member Cost:$65
Non-Member Cost:$80

This special workshop is for children and their accompanying adult(s) to make art together.

(more…)

A.M. Ceramic Wind Chime: Learn More

P.M. Ceramic Wind Chime

Ages:Children with Adult(s)
December 14, 2024
Saturday, 2-4 p.m.
Member Cost:$65
Non-Member Cost:$80

This special workshop is for children and their accompanying adult(s) to make art together.

(more…)

P.M. Ceramic Wind Chime: Learn More

Museum & Me

Ages:2-5
January 7, 2025
Tuesday, 10:30 a.m.-noon
Member Cost:Free
Non-Member Cost:Free for children; included with admission fee for adults

This engaging, multisensory program introduces children ages 2–5 to the Appleton.

(more…)

Museum & Me: Learn More

Art Explorations: Sketch It

Ages:8-12
January 22, 2025- February 5, 2025
Wednesdays, 3:30-5 p.m.
Member Cost:$75
Non-Member Cost:$100

In this three-week class, ages 8–12 will discover how to bring their drawings to life by mastering color, perspective, shading and realism.

(more…)

Art Explorations: Sketch It: Learn More

Art Explorations: Sketch It

Ages:8-12
January 25, 2025- February 8, 2025
Saturdays, 10:30 a.m.-noon
Member Cost:$75
Non-Member Cost:$100

In this three-week class, ages 8–12 will discover how to bring their drawings to life by mastering color, perspective, shading and realism.

(more…)

Art Explorations: Sketch It: Learn More

Museum Happening

Ages:2-5
January 28, 2025
Tuesday, 10:30 a.m.-noon
Member Cost:Free
Non-Member Cost:Free for children; included with admission fee for adults

This program is designed for homeschool and independent students ages 6–9 to explore the wonders of the Appleton.

(more…)

Museum Happening: Learn More

Museum & Me

Ages:2-5
February 4, 2025
Tuesday, 10:30 a.m.-noon
Member Cost:Free
Non-Member Cost:Free for children; included with admission fee for adults

This engaging, multisensory program introduces children ages 2–5 to the Appleton.

(more…)

Museum & Me: Learn More

Clay Explorations

Ages:8-12
February 19, 2025- March 26, 2025
Wednesdays, 3:30-5 p.m.
Member Cost:$120
Non-Member Cost:$145

This six-week class for ages 8–12 presents fun projects in hand building with an introduction to glazing.

(more…)

Clay Explorations: Learn More

Museum Happening

Ages:2-5
February 25, 2025
Tuesday, 10:30 a.m.-noon
Member Cost:Free
Non-Member Cost:Free for children; included with admission fee for adults

This program is designed for homeschool and independent students ages 6–9 to explore the wonders of the Appleton.

(more…)

Museum Happening: Learn More

AppleTeens Wheel Throwing

Ages:13-17
March 1, 2025- April 5, 2025
Saturdays, 2-4 p.m.
Member Cost:$140
Non-Member Cost:$165

This six-week class, designed for teens ages 13–17, offers the perfect opportunity to hone pottery wheel skills through fun, functional projects.

(more…)

AppleTeens Wheel Throwing: Learn More

Museum & Me

Ages:2-5
March 4, 2025
Tuesday, 10:30 a.m.-noon
Member Cost:Free
Non-Member Cost:Free for children; included with admission fee for adults

This engaging, multisensory program introduces children ages 2–5 to the Appleton.

(more…)

Museum & Me: Learn More

Museum Happening

Ages:2-5
March 25, 2025
Tuesday, 10:30 a.m.-noon
Member Cost:Free
Non-Member Cost:Free for children; included with admission fee for adults

This program is designed for homeschool and independent students ages 6–9 to explore the wonders of the Appleton.

(more…)

Museum Happening: Learn More

Museum & Me

Ages:2-5
April 1, 2025
Tuesday, 10:30 a.m.-noon
Member Cost:Free
Non-Member Cost:Free for children; included with admission fee for adults

This engaging, multisensory program introduces children ages 2–5 to the Appleton.

(more…)

Museum & Me: Learn More

Art Explorations: A World of Color

Ages:8-12
April 9, 2025- April 23, 2025
Wednesdays, 3:30-5 p.m.
Member Cost:$75
Non-Member Cost:$100

In this three-week class, ages 8–12 will mix colors to create imaginative art pieces.

(more…)

Art Explorations: A World of Color: Learn More

Art Explorations: A World of Color

Ages:8-12
April 12, 2025- April 26, 2025
Saturdays, 10:30 a.m.-noon
Member Cost:$75
Non-Member Cost:$100

In this three-week class, ages 8–12 will mix colors to create imaginative art pieces.

(more…)

Art Explorations: A World of Color: Learn More

Art Adventures

Ages:5-7
April 12, 2025- April 26, 2025
Saturdays, 10:30 a.m.-noon
Member Cost:$70
Non-Member Cost:$95

This class for ages 5-7 introduces young artists to a world of studio art.

(more…)

Art Adventures: Learn More

Museum & Me

Ages:2-5
May 6, 2025
Tuesday, 10:30 a.m.-noon
Member Cost:Free
Non-Member Cost:Free for children; included with admission fee for adults

This engaging, multisensory program introduces children ages 2–5 to the Appleton.

(more…)

Museum & Me: Learn More

Artspace

Ages:4+
Tuesday-Saturday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Sunday, noon-5 p.m.

The Artspace engages adults and children in hands-on art experiences through colorful activity stations and projects that promote the understanding of art. Make a mosaic with magnets, build with Lego® or draw on our glass wall — there’s something for every age and ability!

(more…)

Artspace: Learn More

Enjoy More as a Member

Support the museum and gain access to a world of art.