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222 East 6th Street (bet. 2nd and 3rd Aves.) New York, NY 10003
Wed. thru Sun. 11:30 am - 5:00 pm (212) 228-0110 * e-mail: info@UkrainianMuseum.org


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EDUCATION PROGRAMS


GUIDED TOURS

The Museum offers guided tours of current exhibitions. All tours must be reserved in advance. School groups must be accompanied by at least one chaperone per ten students.

To reserve a tour, please call 212-228-0110 or send an e-mail to edu(at)ukrainianmuseum.org.
Cost: $9 for adults; $7 for students and seniors.


WORKSHOPS FOR YOUTH GROUPS

Student and community groups may wish to combine their guided tours of exhibitions with a gallery activity or a workshop led by a Museum educator. Activities and workshops can be tailored to specific groups or ages. Please contact the Museum to discuss your group's needs.

Please call 212-228-0110 or send an e-mail to edu(at)ukrainianmuseum.org.
Cost: Tour fee + $5 per person.
All materials are provided.
Please complete and return the registration form.


FAMILY PROGRAMS

Families are invited to take a guided tour of current exhibitions with a Museum educator and to participate in a hands-on workshop afterwards. Children must be at least 5 years old. Workshops must be reserved at least one week in advance.

To register, please call 212-228-0110 or send an e-mail to edu(at)ukrainianmuseum.org.
Offered most Sundays, 2-4 p.m.
Cost: $15 per family (1 adult and 1 child; $5 for each additional child)
All materials are provided.
Museum members receive a 10% discount.


SCHOOL PROGRAMS
for students K-12

This program includes a tour followed by an exhibition-related hands-on project led by a Museum educator. Students learn about Ukrainian art, folklore, and related cultural and social issues. All programs are age-appropriate and are designed to complement the school curriculum in accordance with NYS Learning Standards for the Arts. Groups must be accompanied by at least one chaperone per ten students, and all tours and workshops must be reserved in advance.

90 minutes
Wednesday-Friday, 11:30 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Group size: 10-30 students
Cost: $5 per student
All materials are provided.
Please complete and return the registration form.


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COURSES AND WORKSHOPS *

To register please print the online brochure [PDF], tear off and mail the completed form with your payment to the Museum. Pre-registration and pre-payment are required unless otherwise indicated. Note: send one registration form for each person; members may deduct a 15% discount only on their application.
* All materials covered in the registration fee. Finished objects may be taken home.


EMBROIDERY

This eight-session course will teach beginners the rudiments of embroidery while expanding the skills of those proficient in the craft. Students start from the basic running stitch and advance to little known stitches and intricate cut-work techniques. Participants will explore the history and evolution of styles, techniques, colors, threads, and fabrics traditionally used in various regions of Ukraine. Open to adults and children over 10 years of age.

Offered winter/spring (usually January-April) and fall (usually September-November).

Winter/Spring 2010
Section I. Saturdays: January 23–March 13
Section II. Saturdays: April 17–June 12 (excluding May 29)

Fall 2010
Dates TBA

Time
1:00–3:30 p.m.
Fee
Adults — $60; students over 16 & seniors — $50; children ages 10-16 — $30; members — 15% discount.
Instructor
Lubow Wolynetz


GERDANY (BEAD-STRUNG NECKLACES)

This is a four-session course in the art of making gerdany (bead-strung necklaces), which were traditionally worn with folk costumes in various regions of Ukraine. The course is open to adults and children over 12 years of age.

Offered winter/spring (usually in March) and fall (usually October-November).

Winter/Spring 2010
Section I. Saturdays: January 23–February 13
Section II. Saturdays: February 20–March 13

Fall 2010
Dates TBA

Time
10:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
Fee
Adults — $40; students over 16 & seniors — $35; children ages 10–16 — $15; members — 15% discount.
Instructor
Olha Lesko


PYSANKY - UKRAINIAN EASTER EGG DECORATION WORKSHOPS

Adults and children will have the opportunity to learn the art of making pysanky - Ukrainian Easter eggs. Dyes, beeswax and a stylus are used to decorate the eggs with traditional Ukrainian designs. Fill your Easter basket with beautiful pysanky, rather than just plain colored eggs! This one-day (2+ hours) workshop is offered on Saturdays and Sundays.

Offered in the spring, usually March/April.

Winter/Spring 2010
Dates and times (choose one):
March 6, 10:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
March 7, 11:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.
March 7, 2:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.
March 13, 10:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
March 14, 2:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.
March 27, 2:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m. FULL/CLOSED
March 28, 11:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.
March 28, 2:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.

Fee (per session)
Adults — $15; students over 16 & seniors — $10; children ages 12–16 — $5; members — 15% discount.
Instructors
Lesia Lebed, Emily Robbins, Anna Gbur


DEMONSTRATIONS IN THE MAKING OF PYSANKY - UKRAINIAN EASTER EGGS

Artisans experienced in this art form will create beautiful pysanky. Slavko Nowytski's award-winning documentary film PYSANKA will also be shown. This program is scheduled to run continuously during the afternoon. Pre-registration is not required. Demonstrators: Sofika Zielyk & Anna Gbur

Offered in the spring, usually March/April.

Winter/Spring 2010
Saturday, March 27 only
Time
1:00–5:00 p.m.
Fee (per session)
Adults — $10; students over 12 & seniors — $8; children 12 and under — free; members — 15% discount. The fee includes admission to the Museum's exhibitions.
Demonstrators
Sofika Zielyk and Anna Gbur


UKRAINIAN EASTER TRADITIONS

During the workshop participants will learn about Ukrainian Easter traditions as well as partake in the actual baking of traditional Easter breads. Open to adults and children over 16 years of age.

Offered in the spring, usually March/April.

Winter/Spring 2010
Saturday, March 27 only
Time
10:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.
Fee
Adults — $25; students over 16 & seniors — $20; members — 15% discount.
Instructor
Lubow Wolynetz


BAKING TRADITIONAL WEDDING BREADS

This workshop offers hands-on training in baking and decorating a korovai (traditional Ukrainian wedding bread). Participants will also learn to adorn the colorful wedding tree hiltse. Open to adults and students over 16 years of age.

Offered in the spring, usually May.

Winter/Spring 2010
Saturday, May 1
Time
10:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.
Fee
Adults — $25; students over 16 & seniors — $20; members — 15% discount.
Instructors
Larysa Zielyk and Lubow Wolynetz


UKRAINIAN CHRISTMAS TRADITIONS

This is a workshop with hands-on participation in the baking of traditional Ukrainian Christmas breads. During the sessions participants will learn about customs, traditions and rituals practiced during this joyous holiday. Open to adults and children over 16 years of age.

Offered during the fall/winter season, usually in December.

Fall 2010
Dates TBA

Time
10:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.
Fee
Adults — $20; students over 16 & seniors — $15; members — 15% discount.
Instructor
Lubow Wolynetz


TRADITIONAL UKRAINIAN CHRISTMAS TREE ORNAMENTS WORKSHOP

Participants in this workshop use beads, walnut shells, colored ribbons, and paper to make traditional Ukrainian Christmas tree ornaments such as spiders, cradles, stars, mobiles, and garlands. Open to children and adults. A great activity for the entire family.

Offered during the fall/winter season, usually in December.

Fall 2010
Dates TBA

Time
2:00–4:00 p.m.
Fee
Adults — $15; students over 12 & seniors — $10; children 7–12 — $5; members — 15% discount.


* All materials covered in the registration fee. Finished objects may be taken home.
To register please call (212)228-0110.

Operations of the Museum funded in part by the New York State Council on the Arts.

The Institute of Museum and Library Services, a federal grant-making agency dedicated to creating and sustaining a nation of learners by helping libraries and museums serve their communities, supports the educational and public programs of The Ukrainian Museum.

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