Education
ArtPrize Field Trips
Cultivate is the Education Partner for ArtPrize, and offers ArtPrize field trips tailored for students from Grand Rapids Public Schools, Wyoming Schools, Kentwood Schools, and other institutions across Michigan.
These trips immerse students in the dynamic world of contemporary art, encouraging direct engagement with ArtPrize exhibits. Each field trip is carefully planned to include guided tours of key artworks and interactive workshops, enhancing students' creative skills and critical thinking. By making art education accessible, these experiences are designed to inspire and enrich the educational paths of future artists and art enthusiasts alike.
2024 Field Trips Closed. Pre-register for 2025.
Explore the world of art with Cultivate at ArtPrize through our engaging field trips designed for schools, groups, families, and individuals.
This is a unique opportunity to deeply engage with contemporary art and artists, fostering a greater appreciation and understanding of the ArtPrize artists, their work, and the art community.
Join Cultivate and ArtPrize for a curated exploration that enriches education and sparks dialogue within our diverse communities.
Our field trips are fully booked for this year, but we're happy to share our detailed itinerary and artist information with teachers across Grand Rapids and Michigan, free of charge. Complete the form below to receive t-shirts and magazines for your students as well as let us know about your interest for 2025!
2024 Field Trip Resources
Cultivate's comprehensive field trip experience includes waivers, recommended parking options, sample permission slips, and letters for parents and guardians, along with a full resource guide to enhance your tour.
...Complete Guide with bus parking, field trip map, artists and hands-on activities available soon!
Art Magazines and Digital Resources
Cultivate's suite of educational resources, including art magazines, curriculum materials, and art videos, is designed to enhance art education.
Their magazines delve into contemporary art, providing insights for classroom discussions. The curriculum resources offer lesson plans tailored for various educational levels, encouraging creativity and critical analysis. Art videos feature artist interviews and tutorials, making the creative process accessible.
Together, these tools support teachers in inspiring students and underscore Cultivate's commitment to advancing art education.
Become an Education Volunteer
ArtPrize offers awesome volunteer opportunities through family events, activities, and school programs. Help support our education efforts by becoming an ArtPrize volunteer.
About Cultivate
ArtPrize is pleased to partner with Cultivate for our Education programming. Learn more about Cultivate by visiting the link below.
Cultivate is an independent, artist-run arts organization based in Grand Rapids, Michigan. They offer a contemporary art gallery, fine art education program, and artist resource center.
The Cultivate team is composed of 40+ professional artists, established curators, certified and trained teachers, and industry experts.
Their mission is:
To cultivate a vibrant community through engaging workshops, comprehensive classes, and accessible art education, encouraging lifelong learning and artistic exploration.
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View 2024 Education Events.Discover tailored art magazines, engaging videos, innovative lesson plans, and resource guides, all designed to enrich your ArtPrize experience.
2024 Resources