Children exploring art outdoors.
Chattanooga, TN
The excitement of field trip season is back, and this year, it’s bigger and better thanks to ArtsBuild’s “Imagine!” program. This innovative initiative brings arts education outside the classroom, making it accessible for elementary school children across Hamilton County. The best part? These experiences are completely free, with transportation covered.
Available Tuesdays through Thursdays from Sept. 3 through May 22, the Creative Discovery Museum offers three educational opportunities for kindergarteners. Kids can enjoy the ArtSpace, engage in STEM programming (energy, robotics, make it + build, and test), and immerse themselves in early childhood learning.
Contact: Sheila Woody at sheila@example.com or call 423-648-6040.
First graders can experience the magic of live theater on select days from Dec. 10 through May 16. Choose from productions like “Willy Wonka,” “The True Story of the 3 Little Pigs,” and “Disney’s 101 Dalmatians Kids.”
Contact: Justin Gass at justin@example.com or call 423-654-7232.
From Dec. 11-13, second graders can witness a matinee showing of the holiday classic, “The Nutcracker,” performed by Chattanooga’s only professional ballet company. This is a fantastic opportunity to make ballet accessible and inspiring for young minds.
Contact: Aly Haugland at aly@example.com or call 423-265-0617.
On Feb. 5 and Feb. 6, third graders can join the Chattanooga Symphony & Opera for an inspiring performance. This musical group has been bringing classical music to Chattanooga since 1933, and these special performances aim to engage and inspire children through music education.
Contact: Candice Ortenzo at candice@example.com or reserve your spot online.
The SoLit Theatre Express offers fourth graders the chance to watch the Ensemble Theatre of Chattanooga transform a children’s book into a play. Happening on Feb. 11 and Feb. 12, this unique experience also includes accompanied lesson plans.
Contact: Chelsea Risley at chelsea@example.com.
From September through May, fifth graders can explore the Hunter Museum’s extensive collections or visit the outdoor sculpture gardens at Montague Park. These experiences allow students to appreciate both traveling and permanent art collections.
Contacts: Adera Causey of the Hunter Museum via email and Lynn Brown of Sculpture Fields via email or call 423-266-7288.
If you’re not a teacher but know one, make sure you share this opportunity with them to ensure all children can benefit from these enriching experiences.
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