Professional Development for Educators

The Rubin Museum of Art's professional development sessions help teachers and educators of all levels utilize museum educational resources, programs, and exhibitions in the classroom. Workshops for educators include guided tours, hands-on activities, and curriculum development sessions. Educators or institutions can choose from the menu of programs below or customize their own session.

Full Day at RMA

Time: 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.*, offered on Mondays and Wednesdays

Cost: $1,200 (includes up to 30 people, $40 for each additional educator)

Cost includes:

  • Continental breakfast
  • Educators pass for a return visit
  • Introduction to Himalayan art session
  • Hands-on art-making activity
  • Interactive gallery tours
  • Integrated curriculum strategies
  • Free gallery exploration
  • Educator resources for your classroom

*Workshops may be abbreviated by request

Half Day at RMA or Your School

Time: 3 Hours to be scheduled
Cost: $500

Cost Includes:

  • Educators pass for a return visit
  • Introduction to Himalayan art session
  • Hands-on art-making activity
  • Integrated curriculum strategies
  • Educator resources for your classroom
  • Interactive gallery tours (at museum only)

 

For more information, call 212.620.5000 x316

 

  • Directions
  • By Subway
  • A, C and E to 14th Street (8th Avenue)
  • 1 to 18th Street (7th Avenue)
  • 1, 2, 3 to 14th Street (7th Avenue)
  • F and V to 14th Street (6th Avenue)
  • L to 14th Street (6th Avenue)
  • N, R, Q, W, 4, 5 and 6 to 14th Street Union Square
  • By Bus
  • M6, M7, or M20 to the corner of 7th Avenue and 18th Street.
  • M5, M6, or M7 to the corner of 6th Avenue and 18th Street.
  • Parking
  • There is a 24-hour parking lot on the corner of 17th Street and 6th Avenue. In addition, there are parking garages along 17th Street going towards Union Square.
  • Click here for information about discounted parking with Central Parking System.
  • Hours
  • Monday: 11 a.m – 5 p.m.
  • Tuesday: Closed
  • Wednesday: 11 a.m – 7 p.m.
  • Thursday: 11 a.m – 5 p.m.
  • Friday: 11 a.m – 10 p.m.
  • Saturday and Sunday: 11 a.m – 6 p.m.

  • The museum is closed on Christmas, Thanksgiving, and New Year’s Day.

  • The Café and the Shop are open during the museum hours.

  • To find out more about our tours
  • click here.
  • Accessibility
  • The Rubin Museum of Art strives to meet the needs of all visitors. For information about general accessibility and special programs at the museum, click here.
  • Admissions
  • Adults - $10.00
  • Seniors and artists - $7.00
  • Neighbors in zip codes 10011 and 10001 - $7.00
  • Students (June 1-September 6) - $2.00
  • Children (under 12) - Free
  • Museum members - Free
  • Gallery admission is free every Friday from 6-10 p.m.
  • Gallery admission is free for seniors (65 and older) on the first Monday of every month.
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