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FIELD TRIPS &
GUIDED TOURS

Educational Experiences for All Ages

SPONSORED BY

Rock Hill Coca-Cola Bottling Company

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Field trips at the Center for the Arts complement and enhance classroom learning. Educators are invited to partner with the Arts Council for a variety of tour options. 

CENTER FOR THE ARTS | 121 E. Main St. | Rock Hill, SC 29730

BOX OFFICE

By phone | (803) 328-2787

In person | Center for the Arts, 121 E. Main St., Rock Hill, SC 29730

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ABOUT FIELD TRIPS & GUIDED TOURS

The Arts Council of York County offers Field Trips and Guided Tours for groups of all ages and abilities!

 

On our guided tours, participants will:

  • Learn about the purpose of the Arts Council

  • Explore our rotating exhibitions

  • Interact with our Studio Artists to expand their understanding of the creative process. 

 

Each field trip includes a tour of the galleries. It can also include a guided tour as well as a hands-on art making experience in the Lewandowski Classroom Gallery. Visits including both guided tours and a workshop typically last approximately two hours.

 

*Please note that our capacity is 30 students per visit. One chaperone per every ten students is required.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

  • Availability | Monday through Friday

  • Hours | 10 AM - 4 PM

  • Field Trips with Art Project Price | $5 per child and $10 per adult beyond the 1:10 chaperone ratio

  • Capacity | 30 students per visit

  • Lunch Area | The Arts Council of York County does not have a designated indoor area for groups to eat lunch

Weather permitting, there is a small patio behind the Center for the Arts that's suitable for picnic-style lunches.

Workshop Tours include a small snack and drink.

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PICK YOUR TOUR

To schedule a field trip, please contact our Gallery Manager at least four weeks in advance.

By Phone | (803) 323-1969

By Email | Annie Heisel, aheisel@yorkcountyarts.org

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Self-Guided Tour

Center for the Arts

Self-Guided Tours allow groups to explore the galleries on their own.



Reservations are not required.



Self-Guided Tours are limited to 12 children and must have 1 - 2 chaperones present.



FEE | Free

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Public Art Tours

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Guided Tour

Center for the Arts

This tour provides your trip with a tour guide or staff member who is focused on creating inclusive, collaborative discussions and providing participants the opportunity to engage with our exhibitions.



Guided Tours must be scheduled at least 4-weeks in advance.



A knowledgeable guide will lead an engaging tour, offering insights and lively discussions about the current exhibition.

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Guided Tours are limited to 30 students, and there must be 2 - 3 chaperones present.



FEE | free, donation suggested

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Workshop Tour

Center for the Arts

Workshop Tours begin with a Guided Tour of the galleries. Following the Guided Tour, participants have the opportunity to form deeper connections with what they learned through a hands-on art activity that explores cross curricular projects and diverse media with professional artists.



Workshop Tours must be scheduled at least 4-weeks in advance.



Workshop Tours are available for groups of 7 or more students, and are limited to 25 - 30 students. There must be at least three chaperones present.



FEES | $5 per child and $10 per adult beyond the 1:10 chaperone ratio.

CONTACT

For more information, please contact 

Annie Heisel | Gallery Manager

EMAIL | aheisel@yorkcountyarts.org

PHONE | (803) 323-1969

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