Bring your day camp group to the Brooklyn Museum this summer for an exciting cross-cultural journey through art. Campers will learn how to look at artworks from around the world through fun, thought-provoking Museum tours, each focusing on a different educational theme. These interactive guided tours include activities such as storytelling, drawing, and observation. All tours draw from one or more of the Museum's collections of Asian, Islamic, African, ancient Egyptian, American, and European art.
Choose one of the following tours, for groups with children ages five to twelve:
- People in Art: From expressive faces to subtle gestures, explore how people come alive in art from around the world.
- New York City, Past and Present: Learn what life was like in Brooklyn and Manhattan through the Museum’s collection of historic houses and period rooms.
- On the Wild Side: Asian lion-dogs, wild animals, and anthropomorphic beings live in the Brooklyn Museum. Learn how artists depict creatures from their imagination.
- The Artist’s Environment: Learn about the many different ways artists look at our world and how this inspires their artworks.
- Powerful and Royal Leaders: Learn how artists depict some of the most famous and feared leaders of all time, from ancient Egyptian pharaohs to European princes.
- Gods and Goddesses: Hear folktales, myths, and legends to learn about the captivating characters found in Museum artworks.
General Information
Tours are available Wednesday through Friday from July 13 to August 19. Camp groups may sign up for either guided or self-guided visits. Guided visits take place at 11 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. Self-guided visits are at 11:30 a.m. Each guided group may include no more than twenty-five campers. All camp groups must have a reservation. The fee for both guided and self-guided visits is $3 per camper, to be paid in full no later than one week in advance. The first five chaperones (campers and counselors over fourteen) are admitted free. The fee for each additional chaperone is $5 per chaperone. We ask that your chaperone staff assist us in maintaining proper Museum protocol during the tour.
Reservations
To make a reservation, call (718) 501-6221 or email youth.tours@brooklynmuseum.org. When leaving a message, include the following information:
- Your name
- The name and address of your organization
- Your phone number and the best time of day to reach you
- The number of campers
- The age range of the campers
- At least two dates your group is available for a tour
- Your choice between the guided and self-guided options. If you choose guided, state which tour you would prefer: People in Art, New York City: Past and Present, Mythic Beasts, The Artist's Environment, Powerful and Royal Leaders, or Goddesses and Gods.
- The tour time you prefer: 11 a.m. or 1:30 p.m. (guided) or 11:30 a.m. (self-guided)
- Any adaptations for special needs, learning styles, or language considerations
Your reservation is not complete until you receive a letter of confirmation with the exact time and date of your visit. Unscheduled groups will not be admitted.
To cancel or reschedule your visit, call (718) 501-6221 as soon as you know you are unable to keep the reservation. You must call no later than a week before your scheduled date to avoid being charged for your reservation.
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