Homeschool
Art Explorations for Homeschooled Students
FALL 2026 CLASSES BEGIN ON SEPTEMBER 24TH
The Freeport Art Museum offers engaging homeschool art programs on Thursday afternoons in our classroom. Designed to inspire creativity and curiosity, these studio-based classes introduce students to a wide range of artistic media, techniques, and forms of expression while exploring the connections between art, culture, history, and other academic disciplines. The 2026-2027 homeschool program will emphasize art history, diverse artistic media, STEAM concepts, creative exploration, and skill development, with every lesson incorporating one or more elements of STEAM. Through hands-on projects and visits to the museum galleries, students will gain an appreciation for how art reflects cultures around the world while developing the ability to observe, interpret, and thoughtfully discuss major works of art as well as their own creative achievements.
Classes will be split by age into two classes (Classes will need a minimum of 6 students to run, and cap out at 12):
Little Makers (age 6-10) will meet Thursdays from 10:00AM to 12:00PM
Next Gen Artists (ages 11-14) will meet Thursdays from 1:00PM to 3:00PM
Homeschool Family Discounts
We’re happy to offer a couple of ways for homeschool families to save on FAM classes! FAM Members receive 10% off class registration, while families enrolling two or more students receive $20 off per student. Please note that discounts cannot be combined - families may use one discount per registration.
Class Schedule
September 24th | Giacometti Inspired Sculptures (E & A)
Explore the world of Surrealism and modern sculpture through Alberto Giacometti's iconic Walking Man. Students will create their own expressive sculptures while learning about form, proportion, and movement.
October 8th | Junk Robots (S, E, & A)
Put your creativity and problem-solving skills to the test by designing and building battery-powered robots from everyday household and recycled materials.
October 22nd | Learning Color Theory (S & A)
Discover the power of color through hands-on exploration of the color wheel, color relationships, and the fundamental principles of color theory.
November 5th | Mechanical Hand (S, E, & A)
Where science, engineering, and art come together. Students will construct a life-sized mechanical hand and learn about anatomy, movement, and design with guidance from a special guest speaker.
November 19th | 16 Women Collage Collaborative Collage (A)
Create a large-scale collaborative artwork inspired by the colorful and expressive portraits of artist Sara Silberzweig while celebrating creativity, individuality, and teamwork.
December 3rd | pH watercolor (S & A)
Combine art and science to create vibrant watercolor paintings using pH indicators, acids, and bases. Students will observe firsthand how chemical reactions can produce stunning visual effects.
(Friday) December 17th | Learning Still Life Drawing (A)
Develop foundational drawing skills through observation. Students will learn techniques for mapping, proportion, shading, and value while drawing from a carefully arranged still-life display.
Refund Policy: We understand that schedules can change and unexpected things come up! If you need to cancel your registration, we’re happy to offer a full refund when cancellation is requested at least 30 days before the start of your scheduled class or camp. Cancellations made at least two weeks before the class start date are eligible for a 50% refund.
Unfortunately, we are unable to offer refunds for cancellations made less than two weeks before the start of class. Thank you for your understanding and support!
For any questions please call 815.235.9755
Email: bbaran@freeportartmuseum.org