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Collections Central Workshop Programs

Students, grades 3 and up, have special opportunities to explore a selection of the Museum ’s 10,000 cultural objects. A 90-minute session on one of the topics listed below includes up-close observation of artifacts, storytelling, history, and an arts project. Some programs require theme selection upon registration. These programs support New York State’s Social Studies Core Curriculum.

Each 90-minute session includes: storytelling, up-close viewing and handling of cultural artifacts, and a role-playing or arts and crafts activity.

Special Hours
Thursdays, 10:00 am

Traditional West Africa

Students investigate masks and other objects of power and protection in West African cultures.

The Ancient Mediterranean

Students discover objects and ideas that have influenced Western civilization. Choose Egypt, Greece, or Rome as a program focus.

The Native Cultures of the Pacific

Students investigate fascinating objects from aboriginal cultures. Choose Australia, Pacific Islands of New Guinea, New Zealand, or Hawaii as a program focus.

Early America, Primary Sources

Students experience history from original sources by exploring historical documents and artifacts from America’s past.

The Language of Buildings

By examining doors, mosaic floors, decorated walls, and pillars, students learn about the fascinating world of architecture while improving their language arts and history skills. Participants view a short video and construct an ancient Roman house.

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