The Appleton provides educational resources to teachers, schools, homeschoolers and parents. Whether students come to us, or we bring the wonder of the Appleton to the classrooms, we help the world of art come alive for young people.
To learn more, please contact Hollis Mutch, 352-291-4455, ext. 1613, or mutchh@cf.edu
Teaching Posters and Lesson Plans
Thanks to generous funding from the David & Lisa Midgett Foundation and another anonymous donor, two free teaching posters are currently available.
Bruce Mozert Teaching Poster
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“Primary Color” Teaching Poster
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Lesson plans and other educational materials are available, including topics to inspire core-curriculum and art teachers. Please contact Hollis Mutch, 352-291-4455, ext. 1613, or mutchh@cf.edu, to receive more information.
Field Trips
At this time, field trips and group visits are being scheduled on a case-by-case basis. Email AppletonMuseum@cf.edu to inquire about field trips.
Before you schedule a field trip, please read the Guidelines for Youth Visits.
Bus Reimbursement Program
The Appleton offers reimbursement to Marion County schools for field-trip transportation costs. To visit the Appleton and receive reimbursement for your travel costs, contact Hollis Mutch, 352-291-4455, ext. 1613, or mutchh@cf.edu.
The Bus Reimbursement Program is made possible through a generous donation by the Mary B. Kraus Family.
Appleton-On-The-Go Outreach Program
The Appleton can bring the museum to you! Trained instructors will visit your school to tell stories, share hands-on artifacts and provide educational materials for teachers.
There are four programs for grades 3-6 that introduce different art collections:
- Africa: An introduction to life on a large continent
- Ancient Middle America: The history of the Maya and other Central American people
- Asia: The elegant cultures of China and Japan
- Ancient Civilizations: How the art of Egypt, Greece, and Rome influence us today
Presentations are ideal for 25-30 students and should last one class period. To request a presentation for high school students, contact Hollis Mutch, 352-291-4455, ext. 1613, or mutchh@cf.edu.
The Appleton-On-The-Go Outreach Program is free and made possible thanks to grant funding provided by Marion Cultural Alliance and other donors, as well as the work of museum educators and docents.