On the third Thursday of the month, join The Ringling for a FREE hands-on learning program, designed for homeschooling families and small groups. During this interactive program, families explore the museum and learn about works of art, how art connects to other subject areas like English/Language Arts, and additional opportunities to try new art techniques. Each program offers content information for students and their adults, discussion questions to ponder as a family, and additional lesson plans/activities to continue the learning at home. Monthly program themes can be found below.

Please note that this is a self-guiding program. Admission wristbands, a map, and a program packet with activities and information will be provided at check-in and families are invited to explore the museum at their own pace. Guided art-making related to the monthly theme is offered in the MakerSpace.

This program is free, however tickets are required. Tickets are limited and will be available online approx. 14 days prior to each program.

Thursday June 19 | Special Tweens & Teens Program

This is special summer Homeschool Third Thursday specifically for Tweens and Teens (ages 11 and up), featuring the Sandy Rodriguez exhibition, Currents of Resistance.

Exciting Update

Homeschool Third Thursday will soon be a Semester-Long Course for Grades 3 & Up!

We’re thrilled to announce that Homeschool Third Thursday, our popular monthly program, will now be offered as a semester-long course for students in grades 3 and up! This engaging, hands-on learning experience will continue to be held every third Thursday of the month, but now with a deeper focus on grade-level curriculum and more opportunities to explore art, history, and wonder at The Ringling over the course of the semester. This format allows each session to build on the last, helping students deepen their understanding and skills throughout the semester.

Program Details:

• When: Every third Thursday of the month, from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM
• For: Students in grades 3 & up
• Cost: This program is FREE! (Museum admission included)

How to Participate: Pre-registration is required for the full Fall 2025 semester, and tickets are limited. When you register, you’ll reserve one ticket for the entire semester, which covers all monthly sessions. Tickets will be available online on July 1. Limited walk-ins are welcome as space allows (for children 18 and under).

Fall 2025 Theme: Ringling Time Travelers

For the Fall 2025 semester, students will become Ringling Time Travelers, exploring various time periods represented in the Ringling Collection. Each session will focus on a different era, giving students the chance to learn about art and history through the lens of different cultures and time periods. From ancient civilizations to contemporary art, students will dive into the stories and artistic styles of the past, creating art inspired by each time period.

What to Expect:

• Monthly Exploration of time periods from the Ringling Collection
• Hands-On Art Making: Guided projects related to each era
• Guided Gallery Experiences: A Ringling representative will guide participants through the galleries and objects, providing expert insights and enriching the exploration of each time period
• Cross-Curricular Learning: Connections to history, science, English/Language Arts, and more
• Scaffolded Learning: Each session builds on the previous one, allowing students to deepen their understanding and skills over the course of the semester
• Extended Learning: Discussion questions, activities, and lesson plans to continue the learning at home

Join Us for a Creative Journey Through Time This Fall. Reserve your spot starting July 1. We can’t wait to explore, learn, and create with you!

For more details visit https://www.ringling.org/event/home-school-third-thursdays/

For Families with Younger Siblings:

Siblings are welcome to attend Homeschool Third Thursday; however, please keep in mind that the program is specifically designed for students in grades 3 and up. The activities, discussions, and projects will be geared toward this age group, and younger children may not be able to engage fully.

If you’re looking for programs tailored to younger learners, we invite you to explore our free Family Programs, including Family Art Making, ROAR!, Stroller Tours, Messy Baby Art, and more. For more details, visit https://www.ringling.org/events/type/family-friendly/.