A gallery tour is an organized visit to an art gallery or museum to view and learn about the exhibits on display. Gallery tours are often led by a tour guide or docent who provides visitors with information about the art, the artists, and the historical or cultural context in which the art was created.
- Organize a gallery tour that displays your classes visual story in the classroom/school/community. Ensure that you have an artist write up to go along with the piece of artwork.
- Want to raise funds for your ideas? Consider charging an entry fee for the community, if invited.
- Once the gallery walk is complete, the teacher may meet with each of you individually, or as a group to reflect on their learning journey. You may want to bring your blog/reflection journal to help remind yourself of how you were feeling throughout the process.
Steps to help you organize a gallery tour
- Choose the gallery space: Identify the art gallery, museum or space that you want to show your classes work.
- Plan the logistics: Determine the date and time for the tour and confirm the availability of the gallery space. Arrange transportation to and from the venue and make any necessary reservations.
- Develop an itinerary: Create an itinerary that outlines the exhibits to be visited and the order in which they will be viewed. Consider the interests and preferences of the group and plan for breaks as needed.
- Promote the tour: Advertise the gallery tour to potential participants through social media, email, flyers, or other means. Provide information about the itinerary, the cost, and any other relevant details.
- Conduct the tour: On the day of the tour, arrive early to ensure that everything is in order. Meet the group at the designated location, distribute any necessary materials, and lead the tour according to the itinerary.
- Gather feedback: After the tour, solicit feedback from participants to evaluate the effectiveness of the tour and to identify areas for improvement.