
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.
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

Bryan Esler Photo
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.


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
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.
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.
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


Curriculum Connections At A Glance
STEAM
Amanda Browder (Math)
Rafael Lozano-Hemmer (Technology)
Paul Amenta & Ted Lott (Universal Design)
English Language Arts
Heather Hart (Personal Narratives)
Amanda Browder (Storytelling)
Social Studies
Paul Amenta & Ted Lott (Access)
Olalekan Jeyifous (Housing Discrimination)
Heather Hart (Questioning Dominant Narratives)
Social Justice
Paul Amenta & Ted Lott (Access)
Olalekan Jeyifous (Housing Discrimination)
Heather Hart (Questioning Dominant Narratives)