School Tours
Bring your class to WAG for exciting interactive, curriculum-based tours. Available in English or French.
Self-Guided Visit
- Lead your students through the exhibition.
- Available from 11am
- Duration: 90 minutes
- $60 per ten students or multiples thereof*
*Round student numbers to nearest tens
Book Online or call 204.789.1290 for inquiries
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Our seasonal e-newsletter covers educational programs, exhibition info, and PD opportunities.
Guided Interactive Tour
- Choose the perfect 60-minute tour for your group.
- Available from 10am
- Duration: 60 minutes
- $60 per ten students or multiples thereof*
*Round student numbers to nearest tens
The WAG has the largest public collection of Inuit art in the world! Come and learn about the stories, techniques and traditions that connect with these wonderful works of art.
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Explore the rich art and culture of Inuit, First Nations, and Metis peoples of Canada in this tour.
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Come and experience the variety of art on display in this general tour of the exhibitions on at the WAG right now.
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Students will be provided clipboards, paper, and pencils and will be guided through sketching activities throughout the WAG.
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Aimed at daycare, preschool, nursery, and kindergarten aged learnings from 3 to 6 years old. This fun and interactive tour is filled with lots of hands on learning for young children. Children will learn the elements of art, and see examples in the artwork on display.
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Interactive Tour and Workshop
- Add a 60-minute art-making workshop to your interactive guided tour for a memorable, tour and workshop experience.
- Includes a 60-minute tour and 60-minute workshop (lunchroom can be provided upon request if available).
- $120 per ten students or multiples thereof*
- Add additional time in the galleries to your guided tour for $15 per 10 students (additional supervision required)
*Round student numbers to nearest tens
Printmaking (grades K-12): Our most popular workshop! Students will each create their own block prints inspired by Inuit art.
Book online or call 204.789.1290 for inquiries
Taking inspiration from the Small Worlds exhibition, students will create scenes of traditional life and animals for the North. Students will have the opportunity to draw, paint, and use collage to create an original mixed-media artwork.
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Artist, M.C. Escher brought together math and art in his imaginative tessellation artworks. Learn how to create your own tessellation artwork in this cross curricular workshop.
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Students will learn about the symbolism of a variety of animals and the importance of these symbols to different cultures in Canada and around the world. Students will have an opportunity to reflect on these animals and create a representation of an animal in a medallion made out of self-hardening clay.
Book online or call 204.789.1290 for inquiries
Virtual Learning Programs
Pay a virtual visit to the WAG!
- $125 per program, includes tour and pre- and post-visit packages
- Choose from two, hour-long interactive programs.
- What you’ll need: a computer, projector, speakers, microphone, and a webcam
- We’ll send you a link to join the meeting and soon we’ll be looking at, talking about, and sharing art and stories together.
Join us as we share stories that have evoked and shaped the many unique art forms of the north. Together we will look at carvings, prints, and wall-hangings and consider the innovative techniques and materials used by these artists.
Many contemporary artists use their art practices to engage in themes of activism, resistance, and identity. We’ll explore these themes together as we look at different pieces of art.
Teacher Workshops & Resources
We are pleased to offer teachers free admission to the WAG all year long! Simply present your MTS card or teaching certificate to come explore our exhibitions and connect them with your classroom programming at no charge.
Join us for a variety of inspiring hands-on workshops, resources, and professional development opportunities at the WAG.
Come out and learn more about our school programs as you preview new exhibitions with our art educators. Please bring your teaching certificate or MTS card for free admission and a 60-minute guided tour.
Watch for upcoming dates!
Select Thursdays, 4:30-6:30pm
$20 per session
Come to the WAG after school to engage in hands-on art activities you can bring back to your classroom. Each session focuses on a specific artwork or exhibition, which in turn connects to the art-making. Workshop activities can be adapted to suit all ages and needs.
Watch for upcoming dates!
Let our art educators help you put together your own professional development day at the WAG. Tours of current exhibitions will provide a context for explorations in visual literacy and can be paired with art making workshops for a full-day art extravaganza.
For more information, contact cleduc@wag.ca
Do you have an arts-based class project you need help with? Contact us to customize a tour and workshop to meet your needs.
For more information, contact cleduc@wag.ca
Engage in art experiences based on our past exhibitions. These in class activities not only address curricular outcomes but offer the opportunity to build creativity and imagination.
For more information, contact cleduc@wag.ca
Educational Activities
Tuesday, Jul 14 '20
Game On!
Enjoy outdoor fun and games on the WAG Rooftop Retreat. Croquet, Lawn Darts and Bean Bag Toss can be reserved beside the entry to the…
Sunday, May 17 '20
Colouring the Collection
What better way to learn about the WAG collection and express your creativity than by colouring some of our favourite pieces! Lisa Mendis, WAG Studio…
Thursday, May 14 '20
WAG@Home DIY
Artist and WAG Instructor and Facilitator, Jessica Canard, will teach you how to use quills in your beadwork! Watch the video here and try…
Thursday, May 14 '20
WAG@Home Interact with Art
Interact with art in the WAG collection from the comfort of your home. With everything from historical to contemporary artwork, the WAG holds an extensive…
Monday, May 11 '20
Colouring the Collection
What better way to learn about the WAG collection and express your creativity than by colouring some of our favourite pieces! Lisa Mendis, WAG Studio…
Sunday, May 10 '20
L’ART, UN POINT DE DÉPART
Interagissez avec l’art dans notre collection permanente depuis chez vous! Le Musée des beaux-arts de Winnipeg possède une collection d’art riche en œuvres historiques et…
Sunday, May 10 '20
WAG@Home Interact with Art
Interact with art in the WAG collection from the comfort of your home. With everything from historical to contemporary artwork, the WAG holds an extensive…
Friday, May 8 '20
WAG@Home DIY
Learn to make bannock with WAG Manager of Indigenous Initiatives, Julia Lafreniere. She’ll guide you through making some Auntie and Kookum bannock! Follow along with…
Monday, May 4 '20
WAG@Home DIY
Learning & Programs Coordinator, Cara Mason, will guide you through making these air dry clay ornaments using baking soda, corn starch, and water! Follow along…
Friday, May 1 '20
Colouring the Collection
What better way to learn about the WAG collection and express your creativity than by colouring some of our favourite pieces! Lisa Mendis, WAG Studio…
Tuesday, Apr 28 '20
Activité d’inspiration artistique
Leçon de diorama d’ours polaire Observe ces trois sculptures d’ours polaires de la collection du Musée des beaux-arts de Winnipeg: Regarde-les de près. En utilisant…
Monday, Apr 27 '20
Art Inspired Activity
Polar Bear Diorama Lesson Let’s look at these three sculptures of polar bears from the WAG’s collection: Look closely at the three sculptures. Using your…
Monday, Apr 27 '20
WAG Word Search
Explore the WAG collection and learn about the different artists and arts movements with these fun word search puzzles! Download or print the below word…
Sunday, Apr 26 '20
WAG@Home DIY
In this WAG@Home DIY project, be inspired by Jean Paul Riopelle’s Vallee Learning & Programs Administrator, Sarah Lamontagne will guide you through this fun art…
Friday, Apr 24 '20
Colouring the Collection
What better way to learn about the WAG collection and express your creativity than by colouring some of our favourite pieces! Lisa Mendis, WAG Studio…
Friday, Apr 24 '20
Activité d’inspiration artistique
Leçon de bâtiment en carton Les dessins et tableaux de L.L. FitzGerald étaient influencés par son environnement, son foyer, et les maisons dans son quartier….
Monday, Apr 20 '20
L’art, un point de départ
Ce portrait d’une dame élégante est très mystérieux. Comme la célèbre Mona Lisa de Leonardo da Vinci, nous ne savons pas beaucoup au sujet de…
Monday, Apr 20 '20
WAG Word Search
Explore the WAG collection and learn about the different artists and arts movements with these fun word search puzzles! Download or print the below word…
Monday, Apr 20 '20
WAG@Home DIY
Learn how to create a Kandinsky-inspired piece of art using supplies found at home with Learning & Programs Administrator, Sarah Lamontagne. See the Wassily…
Monday, Apr 20 '20
Art Inspired Activity
Cardboard Building Lesson Drawings and paintings by L.L. FitzGerald were heavily influenced by his surroundings, his home, and the houses in his neighbourhood of St. James…
Sunday, Apr 19 '20
Colouring the Collection
What better way to learn about the WAG collection and express your creativity than by colouring some of our favourite pieces! Lisa Mendis, WAG Studio…
Tuesday, Apr 14 '20
WAG Word Search
Explore the WAG collection and learn about the different artists and arts movements with these fun word search puzzles! Download or print the below word…
Monday, Apr 13 '20
Art Inspired Activity
Introduction to Activity: Lionel LeMoine FitzGerald is one of Winnipeg’s most celebrated artists. FitzGerald is said to have been a shy and introverted individual. Some…
Monday, Apr 13 '20
Virtual Paint Party: Block Prints
In this virtual paint party, WAG Learning & Programs Coordinator, Cara Mason will demonstrate the block print technique, which you can then use to create…
Sunday, Apr 12 '20
Colouring the Collection
What better way to learn about the WAG collection and express your creativity than by colouring some of our favourite pieces! Lisa Mendis, WAG Studio…
Saturday, Apr 11 '20
WAG@Home DIY
Staying connected is as important as ever! Why not try your hand at making your very own greeting cards! Follow along to this video by…
Friday, Apr 10 '20
Tournée virtuelle francophone pour enfants
Tournée virtuelle francophone pour enfants avec Aline Halischak! Pour approfondir votre apprentissage, téléchargez cette Leçon sur le paysage, la nature morte et le portrait encadré.
Monday, Apr 6 '20
WAG@Home Interact with Art
Interact with art in the WAG collection from the comfort of your home. With everything from historical to contemporary artwork, the WAG holds an extensive…
Sunday, Apr 5 '20
Easter Bunny DIY
Learn to make this cute Easter bunny out of clay with WAG education facilitator and artist, Erika Hanneson! Try it out and send us a…
Friday, Apr 3 '20
Colouring the Collection
What better way to learn about the WAG collection and express your creativity than by colouring some of our favourite pieces! Lisa Mendis, WAG Studio…
Friday, Apr 3 '20
Virtual Paint Party: Watercolour Moons
Join us for a Virtual Paint Party: Watercolour Moon Edition! Watch the video below to learn how to make these beautiful watercolour moon paintings with…
Wednesday, Apr 1 '20
Beading with Niamh Dooley
Make this 6 petal beaded flower with WAG facilitator and Indigenous artist, Niamh Dooley! You’ll need: beading needle size 10 seed beads beading thread stiffened…
Monday, Mar 30 '20
WAG@Home DIY
Learning & Programs Coordinator, Cara Mason guides you through creating Monet’s Water Lillies with watcolours, crayons, and cling wrap – check it out in the…
Monday, Mar 30 '20
WAG@Home Interact with Art
Interact with art in the WAG collection from the comfort of your home. With everything from historical to contemporary artwork, the WAG holds an extensive…
Sunday, Mar 29 '20
WAG@Home DIY
Learning & Programs Coordinator, Cara Mason guides you through creating abstract sensory art – check it out in the video below! Materials: Canvas Black…
Thursday, Mar 26 '20
Colouring the Collection
What better way to learn about the WAG collection and express your creativity than by colouring some of our favourite pieces! Lisa Mendis, WAG Studio…
Tuesday, Mar 24 '20
Nuliajuk’s Story – Mini Art Exploration
Storytelling is an important part of Inuit life. Traditionally, elders, grandfathers, grandmothers, and parents would share a variety of stories with their children- not only…
Monday, Mar 23 '20
Colouring the Collection
What better way to learn about the WAG collection and express your creativity than by colouring some of our favourite pieces! Lisa Mendis, WAG Studio…
Monday, Mar 23 '20
WAG@Home: Interact with Art
This fashionable portrait of a lady is very mysterious. Like Leonardo da Vinci’s famous painting of the Mona Lisa, we don’t know a lot about…
Monday, Mar 23 '20
WAG@Home DIYs
Self isolating with the kids? Why not take on a simple art project? Watch this DIY shamrock tutorial with WAG Learning & Programs Coordinator Cara…
Monday, Mar 23 '20
WAG@Home DIYs
Time for a Virtual Paint Party! Check out this video and follow along to paint your very own simple succulent with WAG Learning & Programs…
Sunday, Mar 22 '20
WAG@Home DIY
Traditional Inuit Games and Stories for Home What do children in Canada’s North do to pass the time? Check out our list of games below…
EAL Tours
We are pleased to offer interactive tours for English as an additional language (EAL) classrooms. Created by EAL teachers and art educators, these tours offer groups the opportunity to practice a variety of literacy skills while simultaneously expanding their knowledge of Canadian culture, history, and identity.
These 90-minute tours are designed to support in-class lessons with a dynamic gallery experience that will leave participants feeling enlightened and inspired!
A pre-visit booklet is available for use in the classroom upon booking.
Book Online or call 204.789.1290 for inquiries
