Education

ArtPrize invites educators and students to experience contemporary art in a direct, immersive, and engaging way through our 2025 Field Trip Program.

Designed for schools across Grand Rapids, Kent County, and the state of Michigan, these 90-minute field trips provide guided tours of select ArtPrize exhibitions alongside interactive art-based workshops. Students will encounter a diverse range of artists, mediums, and perspectives while building skills in observation, interpretation, and creative response.

Field trips run Monday through Friday at 10 AM, 11 AM, 12 PM, and 1 PM, offering flexibility for school groups and community partners. Each visit is facilitated by trained arts educators and designed to accommodate various learning styles and age levels.

Whether you’re exploring a single installation or spending the day immersed in the vibrant world of ArtPrize, these field trips offer a meaningful opportunity to connect art with curriculum, community, and critical thinking.

The ArtPrize Field Trip Program is generously supported by Macatawa Bank and Michigan Arts & Culture Council. Programming is developed with support from Cultivate.

Complete the form below to let us know about your interest for 2025!

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.

ArtPrize offers awesome volunteer opportunities through family events, activities, and school programs. Help support our education efforts by becoming an ArtPrize volunteer.

ArtPrize is pleased to partner with Cultivate for our Education programming.

The Cultivate team is composed of 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. 

ArtPrize's 2025 Education Program is supported by Macatawa Bank, Cook Foundation, and Jandernoa Foundation.

Education Field Trips are supported by Macatawa Bank and Michigan Arts & Culture Council.

Education Bus Grants are supported by Ellis Parking.
Education Workshops are presented by Corewell Health and Priority Health, supported by Blick Art Materials, and in partnership with Grand Rapids Public Museum and Grandville Avenue Arts & Humanities.

Education Materials are presented by Corewell Health, Priority Health and Swift Printing.