Reserve a Docent Guided Tour

Interested in discovering the contemporary art, design, and illustrations offered by the Mennello Museum of American Art?

Look no further than a docent guided tour! We are now taking reservations for groups of all ages, Boy and Girl Scout tours for partial badge fulfillments, ASL tours, and expressive tours for the blind.

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Step 1.Choose the type of tour you would like to reserve

  • Student tours: Our docent tour guides facilitate educational exploration using Sunshine State Standards and can adapt their teaching styles to all age levels and topics of interest.
  • College student tours: In state or out, your group is welcome here — Valencia, University of Central Florida, Rollins College.  Perfect for classes on subjects in Art, Humanities, Art History and American Art!
  • Boy and Girl Scout tours with partial badge fulfillments: Our docents can also tailor their teaching to scouting badges, which we like to relate directly to our exhibitions and your interests!
  • ASL tours: Guided tours from an experienced docent and artist in American Sign Language.
  • Expressive tours for the blind: Guided, personal tours from an experienced docent, ready to describe the richness and vivacity of all art on display.
Featured tours

Art Immersion Tour (two topics, 30 minutes each)

Art Engagement Tour (three topics, 20 minutes each)

Art Captivation Tour (4 topics, 15 minutes each) 

Select from the following topics:

  • Earl Cunningham
  • Sculpture Garden
  • Temporary Exhibitions
  • Art Project

Step 2.Select a date and time

Docent guided tours are typically one hour long and conducted Tuesday - Friday between 11 a.m. - 12 p.m. or 1 p.m. - 2 p.m. Requested dates and times will be confirmed based on availability.

Step 3.Review tour pricing

  • Adult Tour: $8 per person
  • Student Tour: $3 per person
  • Student Tour with Art Activity: $5 per person
  • Teachers and Chaperones: $3 per person

Step 4.Make your reservation

Contact Madisen Garcia at 407.246.4278 at least two weeks in advance of your desired tour date to reserve your tour. Our docents are available by appointment only.

Cancellations made 24 hours or less before a tour appointment will incur a late fee equal to the invoice estimate.

Step 5.Attend your tour

Arrive at the Mennello Museum of American Art at your scheduled time. Cars or vans can be parked with ease in our attached lot. Buses can drop off attendees off at the front of the museum and park across street. Pack a lunch and picnic in our serene Marilyn L. Mennello Sculpture Garden on the shores of Lake Formosa shaded by expansive oak and magnolia trees.

At the end of the tour, attendees will have:

  • Defined elements and composition of art using appropriate terminology
  • Demonstrated understanding of visual art pieces through respectful peer discussion
  • Provided evidence to support decisions and opinions

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Step 1.Choose the type of tour you would like to reserve

  • Student tours: Our docent tour guides facilitate educational exploration using Sunshine State Standards and can adapt their teaching styles to all age levels and topics of interest.
  • College student tours: In state or out, your group is welcome here — Valencia, University of Central Florida, Rollins College.  Perfect for classes on subjects in Art, Humanities, Art History and American Art!
  • Boy and Girl Scout tours with partial badge fulfillments: Our docents can also tailor their teaching to scouting badges, which we like to relate directly to our exhibitions and your interests!
  • ASL tours: Guided tours from an experienced docent and artist in American Sign Language.
  • Expressive tours for the blind: Guided, personal tours from an experienced docent, ready to describe the richness and vivacity of all art on display.
Featured tours

Art Immersion Tour (two topics, 30 minutes each)

Art Engagement Tour (three topics, 20 minutes each)

Art Captivation Tour (4 topics, 15 minutes each) 

Select from the following topics:

  • Earl Cunningham
  • Sculpture Garden
  • Temporary Exhibitions
  • Art Project

Step 2.Select a date and time

Docent guided tours are typically one hour long and conducted Tuesday - Friday between 11 a.m. - 12 p.m. or 1 p.m. - 2 p.m. Requested dates and times will be confirmed based on availability.

Step 3.Review tour pricing

  • Adult Tour: $8 per person
  • Student Tour: $3 per person
  • Student Tour with Art Activity: $5 per person
  • Teachers and Chaperones: $3 per person

Step 4.Make your reservation

Contact Madisen Garcia by email at madisen.garcia@orlando.gov at least two weeks in advance of your desired tour date. Our docents are available by appointment only.

Cancellations made 24 hours or less before a tour appointment will incur a late fee equal to the invoice estimate.

Step 5.Attend your tour

Arrive at the Mennello Museum of American Art at your scheduled time. Cars or vans can be parked with ease in our attached lot. Buses can drop off attendees off at the front of the museum and park across street. Pack a lunch and picnic in our serene Marilyn L. Mennello Sculpture Garden on the shores of Lake Formosa shaded by expansive oak and magnolia trees.

At the end of the tour, attendees will have:

  • Defined elements and composition of art using appropriate terminology
  • Demonstrated understanding of visual art pieces through respectful peer discussion
  • Provided evidence to support decisions and opinions
Girl Scout’s Brownie Painting Badge - Legacy: Artist

Step 1: Get Inspired
Step 2: Paint the Real World

Girl Scout’s Junior Drawing Badge. Legacy: Artist

Step 1: Learn how to add shading
Step 2: Get some perspective

Girl Scout’s Cadette Outdoor Art Apprentice

Step 1: Dig into an artist who is inspired by nature

Girl Scout’s Senior Outdoor Art Expert

Step 1: Find at least three or more public artworks outdoors.

Girl Scout’s Ambassador Outdoor Art Master

Step 1: Make art indoors and outdoors.

 

Inspired? Do More! Make an art piece on your own, inspired by a woman artist whose art is influenced by the outdoors.

Art Explosion

1. Visit an art museum, gallery, or exhibit. Discuss with an adult the art you saw. What did you like?

2. Create two self-portraits using two different techniques, such as drawing, painting, printmaking, sculpture, and computer illustration.

3. Do two of the following:

  • Draw or paint an original picture outdoors, using the art materials of your choice.
  • Use clay to sculpt a simple form.
  • Create an object using clay that can be fired, baked in the oven, or air-dried.
  • Create a freestanding sculpture or mobile using wood, metal, papier-mâché, or found or recycled objects.
  • Make a display of origami or kirigami projects.
  • Use a computer illustration or painting program to create a work of art.
  • Create an original logo or design. Transfer the design onto a T-shirt, hat, or other object.
  • Using a camera or other electronic device, take at least 10 photos of your family, a pet, or scenery. Use photo-editing software to crop, lighten or darken, and change some of the photos.
  • Create a comic strip with original characters. Include at least four panels to tell a story centered on one of the points of the Scout Law. Characters can be hand-drawn or computer-generated.

4. Choose one of the following methods to show your artwork:

  • Create a hard-copy or digital portfolio of your projects. Share it with your family and members of your den or pack.
  • Display your artwork in a pack, school, or community art show.

Contact Us

Phone

407.246.4278

Email

madisen.garcia@orlando.gov

Location

900 E Princeton Street
Orlando, FL
32803
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