Workshops
Junior Wranglers Youth Art Program
January
Build Glen Canyon Dam (in sand!)
Kick off the new year with a trip back to 1963, when President Kennedy dedicated the Glen Canyon Dam!
Kids will create their very own sand painting of the dam, exploring its sweeping shape and Arizona’s incredible landscapes.
A tactile, relaxing project that invites creativity and curiosity.
Kids will create their very own sand painting of the dam, exploring its sweeping shape and Arizona’s incredible landscapes.
A tactile, relaxing project that invites creativity and curiosity.
February
Arizona Birthday Clothespin Wreaths
Happy Birthday, Arizona!
In celebration of our statehood on February 14th, kids will craft bright, colorful clothespin wreaths inspired by Arizona’s iconic red, yellow, and blue.
A perfect way to show some state pride and take home a festive decoration!
In celebration of our statehood on February 14th, kids will craft bright, colorful clothespin wreaths inspired by Arizona’s iconic red, yellow, and blue.
A perfect way to show some state pride and take home a festive decoration!
March
Lincoln’s Log Cabin Popsicle Craft
Travel back to Abraham Lincoln’s 1861 inauguration, then get building!
Kids will design and assemble their own mini popsicle-stick log cabins, learning about Lincoln’s early life and the simple frontier homes of his time.
A hands-on project with tons of room for creative flair.
Kids will design and assemble their own mini popsicle-stick log cabins, learning about Lincoln’s early life and the simple frontier homes of his time.
A hands-on project with tons of room for creative flair.
April
Watercolor the Boston Tea Party
The American Revolution sparks to life in this month’s workshop!
Kids will paint a vibrant watercolor scene of Boston Harbor, inspired by the Boston Tea Party and the events that began on April 19, 1775.
A great blend of history and expressive, colorful art.
Kids will paint a vibrant watercolor scene of Boston Harbor, inspired by the Boston Tea Party and the events that began on April 19, 1775.
A great blend of history and expressive, colorful art.
May
Build Your Own Golden Spike Train
Choo choo!
Celebrate Golden Spike Day, when the transcontinental railroad was united on May 10, 1865.
Kids will use toilet paper rolls and art supplies to build a charming, inventive train of their own—full of personality and imagination.
Celebrate Golden Spike Day, when the transcontinental railroad was united on May 10, 1865.
Kids will use toilet paper rolls and art supplies to build a charming, inventive train of their own—full of personality and imagination.
June
Create a Salt Clay Map of Arizona
Step into 1853 and the signing of the Gadsden Purchase!
Kids will mold and paint their own Arizona map out of salt clay, highlighting the Gadsden area in bright green.
A perfect mix of art, geography, and hands-on fun.
Kids will mold and paint their own Arizona map out of salt clay, highlighting the Gadsden area in bright green.
A perfect mix of art, geography, and hands-on fun.
July
Poems for Bucky O’Neill
Honor Arizona hero Bucky O’Neill, who fell in Cuba on July 1, 1898.
Kids will write a simple, heartfelt poem about Bucky, then turn it into a beautifully illustrated poster.
A meaningful project blending writing, art, and Western history.
Kids will write a simple, heartfelt poem about Bucky, then turn it into a beautifully illustrated poster.
A meaningful project blending writing, art, and Western history.
August
Columbus’ Three Ships Mosaic
In August, we sail back to 1492!
Kids will create a detailed paper mosaic of the Niña, Pinta, and Santa María, using shapes, colors, and textures to bring Columbus’ voyage to life.
A bright, creative exploration of early exploration.
Kids will create a detailed paper mosaic of the Niña, Pinta, and Santa María, using shapes, colors, and textures to bring Columbus’ voyage to life.
A bright, creative exploration of early exploration.
September
Beaded Feather Necklaces
Celebrate Native history as we look back to 1886, the end of the last major U.S. Indian War with the capture of Geronimo.
Kids will design beautiful beaded necklaces with feathers, learning about symbolism, color, and personal expression in art.
Kids will design beautiful beaded necklaces with feathers, learning about symbolism, color, and personal expression in art.
October
The Great Chicago Fire Cow Painting
Mooooo-ve into a fiery piece of history from 1871!
Kids will paint a fun, imaginative picture of Mrs. O’Leary’s cow and the lantern that legend says started the Great Chicago Fire.
A silly-meets-historic project that always sparks creativity.
Kids will paint a fun, imaginative picture of Mrs. O’Leary’s cow and the lantern that legend says started the Great Chicago Fire.
A silly-meets-historic project that always sparks creativity.
November
Daniel Boone Frontier Furry Hats
Celebrate pioneer Daniel Boone’s November 2nd birthday by crafting your own fake-fur coonskin cap!
Kids will love creating and wearing this frontier classic — perfect for imaginative play, storytelling, and learning about early American adventurers.
Kids will love creating and wearing this frontier classic — perfect for imaginative play, storytelling, and learning about early American adventurers.
December
Rosa Parks Watercolor Bus Scene
Close out the year with a powerful story of courage.
Kids will paint a watercolor poster of the Montgomery bus where Rosa Parks refused to give up her seat on December 5, 1955.
A meaningful and artistic way to honor a hero and reflect on the importance of standing up for what’s right.
Kids will paint a watercolor poster of the Montgomery bus where Rosa Parks refused to give up her seat on December 5, 1955.
A meaningful and artistic way to honor a hero and reflect on the importance of standing up for what’s right.
Artists Workshops
We offer beginning and experienced artists the opportunity to create art in a variety of workshops designed to entertain and educate interested participants. From weekend-long art classes with award-winning, professional artists to evening Art & Wine experiences with our Education Coordinator, these exciting art activities have something for everyone interested in a hands-on art adventure for all skill sets.