Yale University Art Gallery

The Yale University Art Gallery provides art and education for the university and for the New Haven community. The mission of the gallery is " to encourage appreciation and understanding of art and its role in society through direct engagement with original works of art." The gallery offers a stimulating learning environment and helps with the teaching of the arts. The gallery offers an opportunity for research, teaching and opening a dialogue for discussing art. Exhibits and educational programs are offered by the gallery, as well as access to the permanent collection. The gallery offers education opportunities including Master Classes that enable students to get a behind the scenes view of the work inspired by the collection. There are family programs that bring children and parents together to learn about the art in the gallery's collection. Many of the programs are geared specifically to children so art becomes interesting to them at a level they understand. In addition to traditional gallery offerings, visitors can enjoy performances that blend the visual and performing art worlds. Both guided and self-guided tours are offered to students and adults visiting the gallery. Student groups from grades kindergarten through twelfth grade can enjoy guided tours led by the Gallery Teachers. The tours are focused on the themes of observation skills, critical thinking and creative evaluation. Guided tours are also available for adult groups and are led by gallery docent volunteers.