Calling all young artists ages 7-16! The Art Education Program at MSU is seeking enrollment for the Saturday Morning Art (SmArt) program this Spring 2025! Please email your completed application to msusmart@msu.edu.
What is smART?
The Saturday Morning Art (SmArt) program is a creative initiative from MSU’s Department of Art, Art History, and Design. It’s a part of our Art Education degree program, giving our pre-service art educators the chance to work directly with diverse populations. Through hands-on art-making and culturally responsive teaching, SmArt enriches the artistic experience for everyone involved.
This Spring 2025, SmArt will offer 3 studio sessions for students, ages 7-16, as well as 3 community learning days. Each session is designed to spark creativity, encourage self-expression, and explore new artistic techniques in a welcoming environment!
When, Where, and What Will Students Be Making?
We’re offering three Saturday studio sessions on MSU’s campus in the Kresge Art Center classrooms, scheduled for the last three Saturdays in March. You can sign up for one, two, or all three sessions—whatever fits your schedule!
Studio Sessions:
Dates: Last three Saturdays in March 2025 (3/15, 3/22, 3/29)
Time: 9:30 AM – 11:30 AM
Location: Kresge Art Center at MSU
600 Auditorium Rd, East Lansing, MI 48824
During each session, students will dive into exciting art lessons with a variety of materials and techniques. We focus on projects that encourage creativity and give students the chance to let their unique voice shine through their art!
Exhibition of Student Work
Following the studio sessions, students’ work will be featured in an exhibition hosted in partnership with the MSU Broad Art Museum on Saturday, April 5. This exhibition coincides with the Museum’s April Family Day where community members are invited to engage in their own artmaking!
Cost? Zero!
That’s right—enrollment is absolutely FREE, and we provide all the art materials!
Sign Up Now!
The deadline for enrollment is Monday, February 17 at midnight. Since spots are limited, we recommend enrolling as soon as possible! Enrollment is on a first-come, first-serve basis, and you’ll receive a confirmation email before the first session.
Completed applications should be emailed to msusmart@msu.edu.
What about Community Learning Days?
Our SmArt program doesn’t stop on campus! To give our preservice art educators a chance to engage with even more emerging artists, we’ll be hosting special community days in local spaces. For more details, feel free to email us at msusmart.msu.edu.
We can’t wait to create with you!
The Kresge Art Center is fully accessible to persons with disabilities. For special accommodations, please call (517) 355-7610.