Walker School Tour Program

The first major traveling exhibition to focus on the coexistence of art created between 1785 and 1922 by Native American and non-Native American artists, Knowing the West celebrates the American West as inclusive, complex, and reflective of the diverse peoples who contributed to art and life there.

Drawing from the iconic characters that populate his work, KAWS: Family features a broad mixture of works by artist Brian Donnelly (better known as KAWS) including murals, sketches, sculptures, and more. KAWS’s characters invite us to reflect on the many ways their representations of family (biological, chosen, and otherwise) can be complex, familiar, and astonishingly heartfelt.

Step behind the scenes with Crystal Bridges staff to look at the variety of careers it takes to keep the museum open and running smoothly. From culinary to accounting, graphic design to horticulture, the career possibilities are endless. Educators will be provided with a list of careers to request from so we can tailor the tour to your students’ interests and career goals.

Today’s fast-paced world often causes students to struggle to slow down and notice the beauty of the world around them. The practice of mindfulness and slow looking at art can help combat this struggle and foster a sense of personal well-being. Crystal Bridges offers students the tools needed to combine the aesthetic appreciation of art with the practice of mindfulness. Students will experience deep looking techniques which help to calm the mind and body and create a connection between art and wellness. The use of art, architecture, and nature can help students learn how to reduce stressors and increase the ability to focus on the present moment.