The Studio Museum in Harlem

Programs and Resources for Educators

SMH acknowledges teachers as professionals at the center of education, whose significant contributions have the most profound effect on the lives and learning of students. The array of programs at SMH designed for educators reflects the Museum’s commitment to reaching beyond the traditional classroom and museum visit by responding to the increasing demand for quality arts education from an interdisciplinary perspective.

Teaching & Learning Workshops for K-12 Educators

SMH offers workshops and seminars for K-12 educators and administrators. The workshops use the exhibitions on view as a resource for developing interdisciplinary arts-based lessons and encouraging cultural literacy. Designed for teachers in core curriculum areas including the arts, English language arts, social studies, the humanities, and math, the workshops focus on creative methods for using and integrating art in the classroom. These programs also encourage partnerships between teachers and museum professionals, promote the integration of art into core curricula, and provide ongoing professional development with in-depth attention to key issues in art and culture. Workshops are conducted by the Museum’s Education Staff. Beginning with an introduction to Museum resources, each workshop includes an overview of the exhibitions on view, followed by a focused discussion on specific topics or issues. All workshops take place when the Museum is closed to the public.

The Museum’s Educator Programs are supported by a major grant from The Wachovia Foundation.