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Discover how to use museum resources and methods to bring new excitement into your classroom. Many Smithsonian museums offer scheduled classes for educators as well as customized training.

Art & Design

A City of Neighborhoods
Work alongside architects in a popular workshop created by the Cooper-Hewitt, National Design Museum in New York City. Call 212.849.8380.
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Professional Development Workshops at the Smithsonian American Art Museum
American Art brings its wide-ranging collections to life in an equally wide range of workshops for classroom teachers. The museum provides educational materials and refreshments at each session. All is free of charge.
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Posters to Go
Receive a series of posters on themes such as westward expansion and the Harlem Renaissance in workshops held by the National Portrait Gallery and the Smithsonian American Art Museum.
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Summer Design Institute
Join renowned designers at the Cooper-Hewitt in New York City as they share strategies for engaging K–12 students in the design process. The annual institute includes workshops, master classes, and studio visits. Call 212.849.8380.
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Art as a Primary Source

Smithsonian American Art Museum offer a wide variety of professional development educator programs.

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