Student Docent Program

Young people ages 10 to 17 have a unique way of looking at and talking about art. In this exciting program, students will work with their peers and learn to give gallery tours that are unique, meaningful and fun. After completing the training, students are invited to regularly participate in museum events, family days, and evening programs as they further develop their teaching skills and stay involved with the museum.

• Explore the museum with the curators, exhibitions personnel and education staff
• Discover the world of artists and works of art that are at the core of the museum
• Go behind the scenes with exhibitions staff
• Meet exhibiting artists
• Receive training in giving tours and being a museum gallery teacher
• Give a tour
• Create materials and activities for museum tours, lessons, and Discovery Boxes in the Family Education Center

Don't miss this unique opportunity to be involved in this dynamic program!

For students ages 14 - 18, the Student Docent program can be coupled with the Counselor in Training program for an incredible summer learning experience!

Next Student Docent training runs July 29, 30, August 2, 3, & 4.

Members of the Student Docent team pose after completing two film projects for the Museum during the summer of 2008.

A Student Docent assists with an art studio project during the Michener Museum's 20th anniversary celebration.

A Student Docent teaches a group of young children about George Nakashima in the Nakashima Reading Room.

Student Docents discuss elements of docent training and plan their museum tours.