Education

Schools & Teachers: ArtInterAct

What is ArtInterAct?

ArtInterAct is a dynamic ASU Art Museum community outreach program that motivates at-risk children to use visual arts for channeling their emotions and encouraging their creative ideas. Since 1994, the program has offered alternative outlets of expression to under-served students dealing with issues generated by the struggles of growing up, poor living conditions and violence. The program is designed to give children, teens, youth leaders and teachers in-depth encounters with artists, museum staff and docents through interactive workshops, tours and training sessions.

ArtInterAct is an enrichment tool for teachers highlighting issues in contemporary art that can be adapted into classroom lesson plans. It also is intended to elevate awareness of arts education opportunities that exist outside of the classroom setting. By utilizing the ASU Art Museum and the ArtInterAct program on a recurring basis, teachers and youth leaders cultivate bonds of trust between students and adult role models.

The goal of ArtInterAct is to make contemporary art accessible and rewarding to both young people and teachers.