The MFA offers many community connections, including programs and partnerships with youth groups and organizations.
MFA Community Visits The MFA provides free admission for need-based nonprofit agencies and community organization visits based on eligibility. View guidelines and application information.
Artful Adventures A customized introduction to the MFA and its collections. Participatory and interactive, these programs are planned jointly between community and Museum teaching staff and include an art-making activity.
Artful Adventures Single visits and multi-visit partnerships for: • After school programs • Community programs • Nontraditional school settings • Preschool programs • Special needs programs • Summer camps
Teen Arts Council The Teen Arts Council (TAC) is an apprenticeship program for a group of teenagers who work for the Museum in a variety of leadership and learning opportunities and serve as ambassadors promoting the MFA in the Greater Boston community.
Community Arts Initiative The Community Arts Initiative works with after-school programs and community organizations to introduce young people to our collections and the art-making process. Want to learn more? Visit the Community Arts Initiative.
Community Partners Our Community Partners help kids explore and create art. To learn more about these organizations, read our Community Partners Profiles.
Resources and Links Helpful forms and links to studies and organizations that explore why learning about art is a vital component of education.
