CAYTON CLASSES
Intimate & Interactive
Cayton Classes are created with the same educational and developmental foundations used in our experiential exhibits, programs, and spaces.
To register for Cayton Classes:
Please scroll to the calendar below and select the class date(s) you would like to register for.
Designed to expand a child’s social, creative and cognitive abilities, Cayton Classes provide critical developmental skills through immersive play experiences. These tools are particularly critical following more than a year of restricted in-person socializing and learning.
Taught by experienced teaching artists and child development specialist, classes are intimate and interactive. Participants are encouraged to play in the museum before and after classes.
To apply for a class scholarship please email
classes@caytonmuseum.org for requirements and information.
Art Crawl
Art Crawl is an introduction to the sensory art experience. The Cayton Art Studio is transformed into a big blank canvas for babies and toddlers to express their inner artist. Babies and toddlers strip-down to their diapers and crawl around in a free exploration of washable, non-toxic paint, while creating a beautiful mess. And best of all, we do the clean up!
*This class requires parent participation.
October Classes:
Class 1: Under the Sea
Class 2: Autumn Awe
Class 3: Painting with Nature
November Classes:
Class 1: Splat Art
Class 2: Ode to Native American Art
Class 3: Recycle City
Who?
Ages 9–24 months
When?
October
Wednesdays 1-2pm
Thursdays & Fridays 10–11am
November
Wednesdays 1-2pm
Thursdays 10–11am
Dates?
October
Class 1: Oct 5, 6, & 7
Class 2: Oct 12, 13, & 14
Class 3: Oct 27 & 28
November
Class 1: Nov 2, 3, & 4
Class 2: Nov 9, 10, & 11
Class 3: Nov 16, 17, & 18
Cost?
$35 a class
Budding Artists I
This interactive and creative class allows children to develop their artistic talents through an exploration of different creative mediums and processes. Each week participants will be proud to take home a new masterpiece of their own creation. Activities include process-based activities with clay, 3D sculptures, texture collages, paintings and more.
Class 1: Exploring Color
Class 2: Exploring Lines
Class 3: Exploring Texture
Who?
Ages 2–4 years
When?
Class 1: Nov 4
Class 2: Nov 11
Class 3: Nov 18
Cost?
$35 a class
Budding Artists II
This hand-on class allows children to practice their artistic abilities through an exploration of different creative mediums and processes. Each week participants will be proud to take home a new masterpiece of their own creation. Activities include process-based activities with clay, 3D sculptures, texture collages, paintings and more.
Class 1: Texture Exploration – explore 3 different textures in 3 different art crafts
Class 2: Clay Sculptures – explore and learn clay techniques
Class 3: Watercolor Resist – use watercolor and various materials to explore resist techniques
Class 4: Paint Exploration – use paint and various materials to create colorful art projects
Who?
Ages 5–8 years
When?
Coming Soon
Cayton Constructors: A Space for Makers and Thinkers
Explore your creative side! In this class, school age children will become constructors and builders as we work with slime, explore reactions, build volcanos, and more! Class schedule listed below:
Class 1: Building Connections
Architect
Budding architects, come take a seat at our drafting table where we'll draw up some dream house designs and then bring them to life!
Class 2: Weather Exploration
Weather Scientist
The forecast for this week calls for some rainbow rain and twisting tornados! Join us for a fun class where we explore the weather -- no umbrella needed!
Class 3: Reactions in Action
Chemist
Calling all chemists! Get your lab coats and goggles ready as we explore some exciting child-safe chemical reactions in this class!
Class 4: Create & Play
Toy Designer
Play friends, let your imaginations run wild! Step into the role of Toy Designer and make your own curious creation!
Who?
School Age Children, ages 5-8 years old
When?
Fridays 4–5pm
Dates?
Class 1: Sep 9
Class 2: Sep 16
Class 3: Sep 23
Class 4: Sep 30
Cost?
$35 a class
Paint the Walls: Art Explosion!
Finally, your preschooler can paint on anything that surrounds them: Paint the walls, the floor, even the tables! This class inspired by our Art Crawl allows your older child to explore their artistic abilities with no boundaries.
*This class requires parent participation.
October
Class 1: Under the Sea
Class 2: Autumn Awe
Class 3: Painting with Nature
November
Class 1: Splat, Pop, Squirt (Movement–focused art)
Class 2: Ode to Native American Art
Class 3: Recycle City
Who?
Preschool age children, ages 2-4 years old
When?
October
Fridays 3–4pm
November
Thursdays 3-4pm
Fridays 10–11am
Dates?
October
Class 1: Oct 7
Class 2: Oct 14
Class 3: Oct 28
Cost?
$35 a class
Puppet Production: A Play by You!
In this interactive class, students learn how to create characters, tell stories, and activate their imaginations through puppet theater. Children will create their very own puppet, write roles for their character, build a story line, and learn the art of performance. This class is taught by our very own resident actor!
Class 1: Students learn about what makes a character and how to create their own characters.
Class 2: Students learn what makes a story and how to create a short story about their puppets.
Class 3: Students practice telling their story in front of the class. Students are also able to expand on their story through props, set pieces, and extra characters.
Class 4: Students put any final touches on their play and perform for their grown-ups.
Who?
School age children, ages 5-8 years old
When?
Thursdays 4–5pm
Dates?
Class 1: Oct 6
Class 2: Oct 13
Class 3: Oct 20
Class 4: Oct 27
Cost?
Are sold as a series, 4 classes for $100
Frequently Asked Questions
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