Education
Lesson Plans, Museum Tours, MoAD in the Classroom, Education Resources, Original Programs, Workshops, Talks, and Engaging Events.
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Exploring color and William H Johnson's paintings
How do colors work with each other?
In this Visual Arts 3-5 lesson, students will study how colors mix and interact with each other.
Amoako Boafo : Whole Self, Self-Portraits
Create a self-portrait using a scratchboard and scratching tools
The self-portrait should show something about them besides just what they look like on the surface. Use the following planning sheet to reflect upon what you want to include in your self-portrait.
Expand Your Knowledge
Education Lab
Step into our interactive space on the museum's third floor, designed for all ages and backgrounds. Dive into hands-on activities inspired by our exhibits to connect with art, gain insights, and spark creativity.
MoAD Teens 2024
This dynamic five-week program seamlessly blends structured learning with hands-on, paid work experience to empower aspiring young arts professionals on their path to success.
Engage Symposium 2023
ENGAGE Symposium brings together scholars, artists, curators, art writers and more for a dynamic day of dialogue and learning about timely issues related to art and artists of the African Diaspora.
MoAD in the Classroom
MIC is open to third grade classrooms located in the San Francisco Bay Area
Request a Tour
Extend your classroom curriculum and immerse your students in art with a visit to MoAD.
Exploring MoAD with a group is a fun experience that brings people together around art. We host In-Person Tours, Virtual Tours and Virtual Art Workshops. Each tour or workshop lasts approximately 50 minutes.