Cancellations, Refunds, and Additional Info

• You may pre-register for classes by calling 406.755.5268. Participant's place in class is guaranteed upon the Hockaday Museum's receipt of full payment for the entire series.
• Due to costs for materials, instructors and staff, the Hockaday Museum has established the following cancellation policy: 100% refund, less $5 administrative fee for cancellation 7 or more days in advance of class; 50% less $5 administrative fee for cancellation 2-6 days in advance. No refund for cancellations made less than 2 days in advance. 
• To ensure the safety and well-being of participating children, the Hockaday requires prior notice of their existing health issues, as well as an emergency contact name & phone number.
• Art classes are always fun and sometimes messy! Participants are advised to dress accordingly.

Perfect For Your School
Art classes, outreach programs and artists-in-residence programs are important components of our educational offerings.  Please contact Director of Education Kathy Martin to discuss current options for you or your group.  We welcome your participation in these programs, and look forward to seeing you on a tour, or at your school.

Ed Bailey Scholarships
Adults and children may request tuition assistance for classes and workshops by including a letter of need with your registration form. Mail to: Hockaday Museum of Art - 302 2nd Avenue East, Kalispell, MT 59901, attention: Kathy Martin.

Gift Certificates for Creativity!
Give the gift of an art class or workshop. Sign up that special person for a gift certificate.

Discover the Discovery Gallery!
Children and adults are welcome to participate in the 'hands-on' activities and exhibits in the Discovery Gallery Anytime during their visit to the museum.

The Discovery Gallery is made possible in part by a grant from the Cadeau Foundation.

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Creative art exploration activities in the Classroom and Discovery Gallery for children ages 2-5, with an adult guardian.

Members Free at Family Membership Level
Non-members $3/child suggested donation

Wednesdays
10:30am - 12pm

Students will have fun learning the elements of art and principals of design as they use their creativity to explore many different art mediums and techniques.  Historic and contemporary art on display at the Museum will be used as the inspiration for discussion and art activities.
Cost:  Museum members/$5, Non-members/$6

Sept 15 -  Landscapes                       
Sept 22 - Animal Drawings                 
Sept 29 - Experiments with Watercolor       
Oct 6  -No Class-                           
Oct 13 - Journal Making, Sketching       
Oct 20 - Silk Painting                 
Oct 27 - Abstract Art                        
Nov 3 - Still Life Drawing
Nov 10 - Pop Art
Nov 17 - Narrative Pictures
Nov 24 - Sculpture
Dec 1 - Pastels
Dec 8 - Portraits
Dec 15 - Jewelry Design

Tuesdays
3:30pm - 4:45pm
(accommodations made for students with late dismissal times) 

Drawing Explorations
September 14, 21, 28
Explore different drawing techniques using pencils, markers, charcoal, and more in this fun class.  How to hold a pencil, sketching techniques, contour drawings, drawing basic structures, and pencil shading are among the topics covered.
Cost:  Museum members/$20, Non-members/$25

Learning to Draw What You See
October 12, 19, 26
Create landscapes, still-lifes, figure drawings, and more using a variety of materials.  Classes will focus on using line, color, shape, value, and texture.  Individual interests, abilities, and creativity are encouraged as students learn and draw from art on display in the Museum.
Cost:  Museum members/$20, Non-members/$25

Drawing & Painting
November 2, 9, 16, 23
Investigate the possibilities of drawing and painting people (the figure), places (landscape), and things (still-life). Students will learn how to “see” in a new ways and gain a basic understanding of how to draw and paint.
Cost:  Museum members/$25, Non-members/$30

Holiday Surprises
November 30, December 7, 14
Get ready for holiday giving and decorating.  Students will create a variety of holiday inspired projects to keep or give as gifts.  Printmaking, painting, and multi-media pieces abound for those who participate in this class.
Cost:  Museum members/$25, Non-members/$30

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Instructor:  Brian Eklund
Brian brings with him 18 years of working in the hi-tech industry and seven years of experience designing marketing materials, website content and publications.  He is the Communications Director at the Hockaday.

Saturday, October 23
10:30 am – 12:30 pm
Bridge the gap between getting your art from its physical form into the digital realm.  Learn basic elements of digital photography and scanning procedures, appropriate image resolutions for web and print, and how to upload files from your camera to your computer and then share using a variety of techniques.  Social media sharing will also be presented.  A demonstration of the Hockaday’s new online jury system will be given, showing how submissions can be made with a simple and intuitive process.

Class participants should bring their camera with sufficient memory card space, required cables, and their laptop computer, iPad, iPod touch, or smartphone.

Cost:  Museum members/Free, Non-members/$10

Instructor: Kathy Martin
Kathy has been creating and designing stained glass pieces for over 20 years.  She is the Director of Education at the Hockaday Museum of Art where she also teaches classes in a variety of mediums.

Bring a friend or neighbor and come join us for a fun and exciting class!  No skills are needed. You will receive step-by-step instructions on how to cut glass, pattern preparation, foiling, and soldering in order for you to complete your stained glass project.  Classes are limited to 5 participants so that students can receive individualized instruction at his/her own level.  Use of Museum tools and materials are included in the class fee.  Sign up for any or all sessions.
Cost per session:  Museum members/$25, Non-members/$30

Let it Snow
Saturday, October 30
12:30 pm – 3:30 pm
Construct a snowflake from glass nuggets and stained glass.  Will it be frosty, flamboyant, or…?  You decide.

With Wings to Fly
Saturday, November 13
12:30 pm – 3:30 pm
Will you make an angel, bird, or butterfly? Choose from an array of patterns to create a suncatcher to take home with you.

Holiday Ornaments
Saturday, December 11
12:30 pm – 3:30 pm
Make a stained glass decoration for yourself or to give away. Completed ornaments will be suitable to hang in a window or on a tree.

The Traveling Medicine Show is an educational project that brings the ancient, traditional, and contemporary art, history, and culture of the Northern Plains Indians to life for K-12 students. It features art and artifacts chosen in a collaborative effort between the Hockaday Museum of Art and members of the Blackfeet Indian Nation. An essential goal of this program is to instill appreciation and understanding of the culture and history of the Plains Indians of Montana through art created by and about them.

The program brings artifacts, display materials, hands-on activities, and members of the Blackfeet Nation themselves directly to students. Participating classes explore the history, culture, and traditional practices of the Northern Plains Indians and discover how each has influenced the other across time and territory. Project name courtesy of Darnell Rides at the Door, Blackfeet Nation.
 

School Visits
The Traveling Medicine Show outreach program is available to classes and schools in NW Montana. This program is designed to accommodate any grade from K-12th. Whenever possible, the presentation includes an art project taught by a Blackfeet artist.

A Museum representative accompanies The Traveling Medicine Show to all destinations, and we strive to have Blackfeet artists at all Traveling Medicine Show visits. Should road conditions or other factors beyond our control preempt our artists' presentation schedule, specially trained Hockaday Museum Staff will facilitate the Medicine Show. Minimum setup time for art and artifacts is 70 minutes; therefore, we ask that you please make one location in your school available for all presentations. A second location for art projects or activities may be necessary, depending upon room size and number of students participating in the program.

Presentation Focus
The Traveling Medicine Show offers choices in the focus of our presentations, adapted to grade levels: A General Overview of the exhibits; Home on the Plains -- Tipi-making, tools, cooking, family life; Games that teach life / social / survival skills and cultural values; Clothing in daily living and special events.

Presentation Format
Classroom group presentations for small groups, medium groups and large groups.

Classroom Group Presentation with No Activity
(suitable for middle – high school groups)

• Presentations occur in same location throughout day
• 45-60 minute presentation
• Maximum 5 presentations per day
• Presentation choices:
  • Art & Culture overview – ancient, traditional, & contemporary
  • Contemporary art rooted in tradition
  • Cultural reality & misconceptions as seen through art
  • Painted Design – parfleche, lodges, shields, and more
  • Clothing & ornamentation

Small Group Presentation with Activities
(suitable for schools with less than 40 students)

• Art & Culture presentation followed by several art projects & activities throughout day
• Age appropriate art projects
• Making and playing Native American games

2 Small Group Presentations with Activities
(maximum 30 students per group)

• Presentations & activities occur in same location throughout day
• Separate presentation for each group accompanied by art project & activity
• 2-2 ½ hour per group
• Age appropriate art project to fit class curriculum

3 Small Group Presentations with Activities
(maximum 30 students per group)

• Presentations & activities occur in same location throughout day
• Separate presentation for each group accompanied by  art project or activity
• 1 ½  hour per group
• Age appropriate art project or activity to fit class curriculum

Medium Group Presentation & 3 Small Group Activities
(60-90 total students)

• 1 presentation followed by art project or activity for 3 groups per day (1 - 1 ½  hour presentation with 1 hour activity periods)
• Age appropriate art project or activity to fit class curriculum

Medium Group Presentation & 4 Small Group Activities
(approximately 100 total students)

• 1 presentation followed by art project or activity for 4 groups per day (1 hour presentation with 50 minute activity periods)
• Age appropriate art project or activity to fit class curriculum
• Art project may need additional teacher-supervised class time

Large Group Presentation & Small Group Activities
(over 100 students)
This option works for limited whole school involvement.  It generally requires a separate location for activities.

• 1 – 1 ½ hour presentation for large group
• 2-4 small group art projects or activities
• Art project may need additional teacher-supervised class time
• Optional 15 minute exhibit viewing times for small groups (This requires extra Hockaday staff member to be present)

Please click on the Request Form button to the right to download and print your Traveling Medicine Show request.

Mail the form back to the Hockaday with your contribution.  If you have any questions, contact Kathy Martin, Director of Education, at 406.755.5268.