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Programs

Each year, Rochester Art Center offers a large variety of youth and adult education programs. These exceptional offerings include classes, workshops, film screenings, lectures, and gallery tours for all ages. Programs are designed to encourage an understanding and appreciation of the visual arts. Youth programs, such as Total Arts Day Camp, provide valuable hands-on art experiences under the direction of professional Art Center Educators and also through guest artists. For more information about tour and workshop opportunities, or to schedule a private group tour or workshop, see below. 

The Rochester Art Center is an accessible facility and participation by all people is encouraged. Individuals needing physical, visual, audio or other accommodations are encouraged to notify in advance at info@rochesterartcenter.org or by calling 507-722-2552.

Drop In Tours

Saturdays at 1:00 PM

Enjoy an in-person, guided tour of the Rochester Art Center and find out about the museum’s local history, stunning architectural design, and current exhibitions.

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The Creative Studio

Fridays & Saturdays | 11:00 AM - 3:30 PM

The Creative Studio provides art making activities for visitors of all ages, inviting them to engage their imaginations and turn ideas into artwork.

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Outdoor Public Art Tours

Sundays at 1:00 PM June - October

Explore the Art4Trails program as well as hidden gems by exceptional artists like Ojibwe sculptor Charles Huntington, American icon James Earl Fraser, and celebrated public art master Po Shu Wang.

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Art4Trails Artist Talk & Tour

Sunday, June 29 at 1:00 PM

This free event kicks off with a short presentation at the Rochester Art Center by the four featured artists, followed by an optional guided bike tour led by We Bike Rochester to view this year’s new sculpture installations along the city’s bike trails.

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Peace Plaza Art Tours

Select Sundays at 1:00 PM

Discover the extraordinary (and sometimes overlooked) works of art in Peace Plaza, Rochester’s “Heart of the City.”

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Free Family Days

Select Sundays | 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Join us at Rochester Art Center for a day filled with artistic wonder and family-friendly fun! We invite you to immerse yourselves in the world of creativity through hands-on art activities and engaging guided tours of our captivating exhibitions.

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Figure Drawing

Select Wednesdays | 6:00- 8:00 PM

Reserve your spot for uninstructed Figure Drawing, a 2-hour session for artists (ages 18+) to practice the timeless tradition of sketching the human form.

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Member Patio Party

Sunday, July 13 | 6:30 PM

Join us for a special evening exclusively for members! Bring your favorite snacks and beverages, and relax on our patio as you enjoy a live performance from Blind Melon with opener Amateur, part of the Riverside Music Series in Mayo Park.

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Each summer, the Art Center is proud to offer Total Arts Day Camp (TADC), where youth engage in creating their own artworks, learning from professional artists, and thinking about the world around them. Through a one week-long session, students build artist’s skills and confidence in the visual arts. Several sessions are offered each summer and provide flexible enrollment options for families with students going into grades 1-6. The final day of each session concludes with a showcase presented by the students for their families. TADC was initiated in 1971 by artist Judy Onofrio, and we are pleased to continue her legacy of learning and creativity for youth. 

To reserve the Art Center Grand Lobby for your private social event, learn more and contact us Here.

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