TOURS
TOURS AT THE BECHTLER
The Bechtler Museum of Modern Art offers dynamic tours that bring modern and contemporary art to life. From K–12 school groups to private visits and ArtBreak lunchtime tours, our programs encourage curiosity, conversation, and creative connections for learners of all ages.
CONTACT US
For questions regarding tours at the Bechtler Museum of Modern Art, please contact:
Molly Phillips at molly.phillips@bechtler.org or call 704.353.9211.
BRING LEARNING TO LIFE
Register your students for engaging experiences that help your students explore and connect to modern and contemporary art. The museum offers both guided and self-guided options.
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Guided tours are offered Wednesday – Friday, 10:30 – 11:45am.
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Self-guided tours are available during museum hours.
For more information and to make your request, please visit the online registration form.
CONTACT US
For questions regarding school tours at the Bechtler Museum of Modern Art, please contact Molly Phillips:
molly.phillips@bechtler.org or call 704.353.9211.
2025-2026 TOUR OPTIONS
THINK LIKE AN ARTIST
Recommended: K – 12th Grade
Cost: $2 Per Student
Students explore the museum through thinking routines that use writing, drawing, movement and more! Time permitting, students will see all exhibitions on view and make connections throughout their visit. This option is great for general visits.
Supports the following standards and skills:
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CN.1 Relate visual arts ideas and works with personal, societal, cultural, historical, and daily life contexts, including diverse and marginalized groups.
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RE.1 Analyze visual artworks from a variety of styles, cultures and genres using content-specific vocabulary.
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NC Portrait of a Graduate Emphasized Skills
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Critical Thinking – students will visible thinking strategies to support and organize their own interpretations and ideas around modern and contemporary art.
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Learner’s Mindset – Students will use curiosity to experience new ideas displayed through modern and contemporary art. Students will be exposed to new ways and places for learning.
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DESIGN AN EXHIBITION
Recommended: K – 12th Grade
Cost: $2 Per Student
This program focuses on exhibition design and museum careers. Students will work in design teams, take on different roles, and plan their own mini exhibition using small reproductions of Bechtler collection artwork.
Supports the following standards and skills:
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CN.2 Explore advancements in the field of visual arts.
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NC Portrait of a Graduate Emphasized Skills:
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Collaboration – students will work in teams to create an exhibition
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Communication – students will share their exhibitions with their peers and communicate their ideas through tools and discussion.
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Critical Thinking – students will use evidence to support their choices when creating their exhibitions.
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SELF-GUIDED TOUR
Recommended: Middle and High School Students
Cost: Free
Explore the museum on your own with your students. This option is free. Gallery activity guides may be available upon request.
