Educational Programs
Maryhill Museum Education Programs
Throughout the March 15 to November 15 season, Maryhill offers a wide range of related educational programming. These educational opportunities are open to artists, educators, astronomy & dance lovers as well as the general public and local community. Highlights include the Summer Institute, Starry Night at the Museum and a scarecrow making workshop.
We also offer K-12 School Tours
Current Education Program Calendar
April 2024
Nch’i-Wána Wa’paas basketweaving learning workshop with Chestina Dominguez
To honor Indigenous and traditional ways of healing, join us to practice and learn how to make a Wa’paas. You may bring your own materials and projects to work on. We have materials on hand as well. This learning event is led by Chestina Dominguez, a Care Navigator with Yakama Nation Behavioral Health. Chestina uses […]
May 2024
Docent Meetup
Our fun-loving docent group meets every second Monday to discuss, review and share information. With oversight and guidance, each docent creates their own tour which has an emphasis on their area of interest plus an overview of other collections. When docents are prepared, they will co-lead their first several tours with a docent mentor. Free […]
Nch’i-Wána Wa’paas basketweaving learning workshop with Chestina Dominguez
To honor Indigenous and traditional ways of healing, join us to practice and learn how to make a Wa’paas. You may bring your own materials and projects to work on. We have materials on hand as well. This learning event is led by Chestina Dominguez, a Care Navigator with Yakama Nation Behavioral Health. Chestina uses […]
Volunteer Tea
Afternoon tea is served in teapots, cups and saucers, tablecloths & petite fours. This gathering in the M.J. Murdock Charitable Trust Education Center is for our volunteers to get to know each other, make new acquaintances, form new friendships & meet the Executive Director.
June 2024
Student Show: Portraits Across Borders
This show highlights the art and language arts of Goldendale High School, WA. and Crook Co. Middle School, OR. The show will include both 2D portraits and portraits through poetry!
Docent Meetup
Our fun-loving docent group meets every second Monday to discuss, review and share information. With oversight and guidance, each docent creates their own tour which has an emphasis on their area of interest plus an overview of other collections. When docents are prepared, they will co-lead their first several tours with a docent mentor. Free […]
Nch’i-Wána Wa’paas basketweaving learning workshop with Chestina Dominguez
To honor Indigenous and traditional ways of healing, join us to practice and learn how to make a Wa’paas. You may bring your own materials and projects to work on. We have materials on hand as well. This learning event is led by Chestina Dominguez, a Care Navigator with Yakama Nation Behavioral Health. Chestina uses […]
One Day Workshop: Painting the Night Sky II (with Laurel Bushman)
Painting the Night Sky II (with Laurel Bushman) June 29th 1:00 to 4:00p.m. This class will guide you through the galaxies using abstract techniques to paint colorful nebulas surrounded by a sea of stars. Hood River, OR. & Scottsdale, AZ. artist Laurel Bushman will expand your imagination and techniques using NASA approved deep space photography […]
2024 Starry Night at the Museum
Camp out on Maryhill’s beautiful Great Lawn and get ready for a truly special and unique evening. The museum will stay open until 7pm for event participants. Storyteller Will Hornyak and Astronomer Troy Carpenter will educate and entertain as the evening events proceed. Rose City Astronomers will set up telescopes and give you incredible views […]
July 2024
An Installation of the Late Artist, D.E. May (1952-2019)
“Dan May spent his entire life in Salem, Oregon traveling beyond just a few times ever. He drew inspiration right at home from the sight of logs on trucks, a tree’s rings, workmen’s tools, farm buildings, and the collegiality of a corner bar. He was an outsider artist but not naïve. He had a broad […]
Docent Meetup
Our fun-loving docent group meets every second Monday to discuss, review and share information. With oversight and guidance, each docent creates their own tour which has an emphasis on their area of interest plus an overview of other collections. When docents are prepared, they will co-lead their first several tours with a docent mentor. Free […]
Summer Art Institute: The Art and Science of Being Human
This year we will be exploring art history, social science, brain science and contemporary art through a variety of media and art history: The Institute will enrich your art and support lesson planning for invigorating your skills and inspiring your students. The Summer Institute was developed to highlight the deep connections between STEM education and […]
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