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Heroic Portraits- A lesson plan
THE ATOM, 1962.
Mel Ramos (American, born 1935)
Oil on canvas, 50 x 44 in. Crocker Art Museum, gift of Mr. and Mrs. Wayne Thiebaud, 1986.6.
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Impressionism and Colors- A lesson plan
The Arroyo Seco, Pasadena, Circa 1918. Franz A. Bischoff (American, born Austria, 1864–1929). Oil on canvas, 24 x 40 in. Crocker Art Museum, Melza and Ted Barr Collection, 2009.19.
Learn moreUpcoming workshops and events
1.6.23
Thursday
Lesson Plan Roundup
Dive into three different STEAM lesson plans and explore how you can incorporate the Museum into your curriculum. Enjoy an insightful gallery tour, creative artmaking in the studio, and complimentary admission to the Museum until 9 PM.
Teacher2Teacher is made possible in part by the generous support of Kingsley Art Club, California Cultural and Historical Endowment’s Museum Grant Program, and The Mel and Leta Ramos Family Foundation.
learn more8.6.23
Thursday
Virtual Education Center Exploration
The Mel and Leta Ramos Virtual Education Center is the Crocker’s ultimate online resource for teachers! This Teacher2Teacher workshop will explore this incredible tool. Participants learn how art on view at the Museum aligns with core standards and how to use works of art to develop lesson ideas and themes. Enjoy an insightful gallery tour and creative artmaking in the studio, as well as complementary admission to ArtMix: Camp!
Teacher2Teacher is made possible in part by the generous support of Kingsley Art Club, California Cultural and Historical Endowment’s Museum Grant Program, and The Mel and Leta Ramos Family Foundation.
learn more28.12.22
Wednesday

Winter Art Break
Calling all creative kids! Explore art on view and create bugs, paint Manga, or sculpt creatures.
learn more22.12.22
Thursday

Museum Meet-Ups
3.12.22
Saturday

Guided Tour: Crocker History
Step back in time with an experienced docent on this history-infused tour about the Crocker family and the era they lived in. Tour changes monthly
17.11.22
Thursday

Frame by Frame: Women + Photography
To expand upon Modern Women | Modern Vision: Photography from the Bank of America Collection, the Crocker presents Frame by Frame, a film series that highlights the impact of film on the practice of female photographers. Former photojournalist for the Sacramento Bee and documentarian Autumn Payne; photographer, filmmaker, and California State University, Sacramento professor Kathryn Kasic; and artist Muzi Li Rowe will each present a film that has shaped their artistic vision in a meaningful way.
learn more12.11.22
Saturday

Color Lab for Veterans and Military Families
Veterans and military families are invited to to this easy-going workshop celebrating the element of color! Paint a color wheel or assemble a colorful sun catcher. All supplies are provided, and no previous art experience is necessary. Adult caregivers are encouraged to assist ages 4 and under.
6.11.22
Sunday

Kids & Co. Gallery Adventures
5.11.22
Saturday

Studio Classes: Adults
Experience the Crocker’s world-renowned collection and diverse exhibitions through discussion and artmaking, and let great art of the past and present inspire your own creative expression. Most classes include at least one gallery visit to view the permanent collection or a special exhibition. The Musuem’s highly trained staff and instructors are committed to providing students of all experience levels with a supportive and engaging experience
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