Field Trips

Education Days are back! Plan a field trip to Project 1 by ArtPrize — the first in a series of multi-sited public art exhibitions in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Explore spectacular large-scale public art and discover what artists can teach us about what it means to belong.

YOUTH EDUCATION DAYS PRESENTED BY:

Education Days: Guides

Our educator guides include classroom lessons and are an in-depth tool for educators to explore contemporary art practices and the large-scale public art at Project 1. Our lesson plans apply national art standards, create cross-curricular connections and emphasize research-based artmaking centered on big ideas.

Grades K-5 Big Idea: Community Through Storytelling

Grades 6-8 Big Idea: Community Through Storytelling

Grades 9-12 Big Idea: Exploring Access and Belonging

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Education Days: Classroom Artist Video Series

We’ve created a series of videos for schools and visitors that will provide an in-depth look at each Project 1 artist’s process and practice. Shot and filmed by Paper Knight Films.

Education Days: Guided Tour

Register your classroom for a FREE guided tour of Project 1. Our education staff and volunteer guides will help you explore Project 1 artwork in downtown Grand Rapids through these interactive tours — providing insight into the artmaking process, a look behind-the-scenes at the installation process, an exploration of theme connections and more. Guided tours will include a free student gift.

Guided Tours grades 3-8

Guided Tours grades 9-12

On/Off Bus Tours

Education Days: Additional Resources

Planning sessions

Our education team is available to help your school group create a self-guided Project 1experience, answering questions about bus parking, drop-off locations, custom walking routes, itineraries and more.
Contact: education@artprize.org

Bus parking

Download the Bus Parking Map

Museum and gallery tours

In addition to exploring the Project 1 artwork, extend your field trip by visiting a local cultural institution. To plan your experience at a partner location below, email the listed contact.

Plan your visit here

Project 1 Discovery Deck

These fun collectible cards include a creative challenge based on each Project 1 artist. Activities can be done in the classroom or at home.

Download Discovery Deck

Transportation Grants

Transportation grants up to $500 are available to educators to help offset their school’s transportation costs to Project 1. Grants are limited and awarded on a first-come, first-served basis.

Transportation Grants provided by Michigan Film & Digital Media Office

Apply here