Discussion-based, interactive tours led by experienced guides and docents are available to school and camp groups. Students develop their critical thinking skills through active conversations and activities centered on observation and analysis of the art and natural surroundings. Tours relate to the California state standards for Art and English Language Arts. Each tour will be tailored to your students' ages and abilities. The di Rosa welcomes inclusion classes and students with special needs.

1.5 hour tours offered year-round Wednesday - Thursday - 10:15 am only Free of charge 1 chaperone for every 10 students is required

All tours are 1.5 hours and can include a sketching activity.
Advance reservations are required for all school groups.

707.226.5991 x 25 or tours@dirosaart.org.
Please call or e-mail and provide us with the following information: your name, phone number, email address, school or camp, grade level, number of students, and your requested tour date and time.

Tours are adapted to meet the ages and abilities of your students. Young students identify colors, lines, shapes, and patterns throughout the di Rosa and learn to investigate art and nature through observation and discussion-based activities. Students explore art made by traditional materials, such as paint or clay, and reclaimed objects and junk, such as glass bottles, plastic cars, and thumb tacks. Older students may discuss how art can reflect social and political issues through drawing, painting, sculpture, and photography. Following the tour, students make observational or imaginary drawings.

Engaging and relevant tours are led by teen peers. High school students tour the di Rosa galleries and sculpture meadow with teen docents, learn about the collection and specific works selected by their peers. The teen docents are trained by Santa Rosa High School's ArtQuest program in collaboration with di Rosa. Please email or call 70.226.5991 x 25 for reservations or information.
School Tour Information and Request Form

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