Curator Rachel Hooper discusses her exhibition Focus on Lexington, in conjunction with the 250th anniversary of the city.
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Drawing inspiration from artist Jay Bolotin’s exhibition, which includes his film production work using stop-motion animation techniques, we will create our own original animations using clay and other craft materials. Participants will sculpt characters and props and then work with Museum staff to bring their scenes to life. We’ll provide the materials; you bring family members and a playful spirit! Make a reservation to guarantee your…
Join Stuart Horodner and several curators and collaborators who worked with Jay Bolotin throughout his career.
Open to grades 6-8.
Calling all budding artist-curators! For one special week this summer, we’re clearing our ground floor galleries for museum-curious middleschoolers to get hands-on with the exhibition creation process from brainstorm to opening reception. Campers will go behind the scenes and discover the secrets of the UK Art Museum’s collection, collaborate with peers to design exhibition layouts, coordinate with Museum staff in a…Upcoming
- Mon, Jul 7 2025, 1 - 5pm
Open to grades 6-8.
We had so much fun with our debut summer camp last year that we’re bringing it back for 2025! For one special week this summer, museum-curious middleschoolers will have a chance to get hands-on with the exhibition creation process from brainstorm to opening reception. Campers will go behind the scenes and discover the secrets of the UK Art Museum’s collection, learn the ropes from art world professionals, and…