KIDS S.M.A.K.
Voyage of discovery
Pre-schoolers too young for the world of S.M.A.K.? Nothing could be further from the truth!
Pre-schoolers enter the museum with open minds and discover the wonderful world of modern art. Together with one of the museum guides they will ‘look at’ works of art, look for colours, shapes and unusual materials and so on. For many pre-schoolers this will be an unforgettable experience.
Who: pre-schoolers from 2½ to 5 years old
Focus: collection presentation, temporary exhibition, general introduction, senses, word and image, individual theme
Duration: 1.5 hours maximum
Price per guide: 65 euro
Max. 15 participants per guide
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Voyage of discovery
An active guided tour for curious kids!
The museum guide will take the little ‘experts’ around the museum. They learn to ‘look’ at art, are encouraged to ask questions and so form their own opinions. The theme of this tour is challenging activities. By ‘doing’ they unveil the mysteries of the art in the museum.
Who: children between 6 and 12 years old
Focus: collection presentation, temporary exhibitions, general introduction, senses, word and image, individual theme
Duration: 1.5 hours
Price per guide: 65 euro
Max. 20 participants per guide
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The Bridge
Modern art or fine art? Opt for both and build ‘the bridge’. Together with the museum guide the children look for differences, similarities and exciting stories that link early works of art and artists with those of today. Cross the road and visit both the S.M.A.K. and the MSK in one go!
Who: children between 10 and 12 years old
What: interactive tours with small tasks in the museum rooms
Duration: 2 hours maximum
Price per guide: 75 euro
Max. 20 participants per guide
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YOUNG S.M.A.K.
Circuit
The Circuit is a formula for young people on their first visit to the S.M.A.K. and youngsters who are already familiar with the museum. The Circuit is tailor-made to suit everyone’s tastes. A thematic approach enables works of art from a specific context to be looked at and analysed.
Who: young people between 12 and 18 years old
Focus: collection presentation, temporary exhibition, general introduction, senses, word and image, individual theme
Duration: 1.5 hours
Price per guide: 65 euro
Max. 20 participants per guide
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XL Circuit
XL for those who want just that little bit extra…
Although the Circuit does not end with a traditional workshop, there is a ‘dialogue’. Interaction, personal sensitivity and formulating personal views on art play a central role.
Who: youngsters between 12 and 18 years old
What: active tour with concentrated workshop in The Factory
Workshops: Art criticism / Top5 / Reporting / Cartoons
Focus: collection, exhibition, general introduction, senses, word and image, individual theme
Duration: 2 hours
Price per guide: 75 euro
Max. 20 participants per guide
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The Bridge
Modern art or fine art? With your museum guide discover differences, similarities and exciting stories that link early works of art and artists with those today. Here too ‘looking’ at modern or historical images plays a central role. How topical is Hieronymus Bosch? How timeless is Panamarenko? Jan Fabre suddenly seems very close to the court painter Anthony van Dyck. S.M.A.K. and MSK build ‘The Bridge’. Two buildings, two histories, two collections … Cross the street and follow one circuit!
Who: youngsters between 12 and 18 years old What: interactive tour with tasks in the museum rooms
Duration: 2 hours (MSK / S.M.A.K.)
Price per guide: 75 euro
Max. 20 participants per guide
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Word and Image
‘Word and Image’ is an active introduction to modern art and contemporary poetry for young people aged 14 and older. A tour through the museum is combined with an excursion in the city. The thread running through this hunt is poetry and language. ‘Word and Image’ or looking at poetry and writing images.
Who: youngsters from 14 years old
What: interactive tour of S.M.A.K. and Poetry Route in the centre of Ghent
Duration: 1.5 hours S.M.A.K. / transport + possible break / 1.5 hours city walking tour
Price per guide: 130 euro
Max. 20 participants per guide
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Higher education & university
walking and talking
Walking and talking at the S.M.A.K. has a lot to offer, irrespective of your field of study in higher education. Tours are adapted to students’ backgrounds and wishes. A focus on the S.M.A.K.’s exhibition policy? A greater understanding of the educational system, or an interest in conservation and restoration? All questions are welcome.
Who: students from 18 years old
What: interactive tour
Focus: collection, exhibition, general introduction, senses, word and image, individual theme, exhibition policy, conservation & restoration
Duration: 1.5 hours
Price per guide: 75 euro
Max. 20 participants per guide
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Teachers and teachers in training
Anyone can look. Looking a little longer takes a bit more practice. Each exhibition or the collection presentation focuses on new and different works of art. Find out about the various methods museum guides use – depending on the nature of the exhibition – to guide visitors. Learn to look actively at art so you can act as a guide for your own pupils.
Who: teachers and student teachers
What: interactive tour and instruction
Duration: 1.5 hours
Price per guide: 75 euro
Max. 20 participants per guide
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Should you have any specific wishes or expectations, the museum would be happy to plan a tailor-made visit for you. Visitors who prefer to explore the museum on their own can use the free information sheets in the exhibition rooms.
Info & reservations:
BOEKjeBEZOEK - Miet Demuynck
P: +32 (0)9 267 14 66
F: +32 (0)9 267 14 98
E: info@boekjebezoek.be