Homeschool Explorations
Explore nature, science, engineering, the arts, and architecture at Taliesin West! Each lesson focuses on a new concept, and every activity takes inspiration from Frank Lloyd Wright’s work, the Sonoran Desert, and our wonderful World Heritage Site, Taliesin West.
Registration fees are per student. Each class will be taught outside in a partially shaded area. We recommend dressing for the weather.
All classes meet at the ticket kiosk. A parent/guardian must accompany each student; please reserve a FREE parent/guardian ticket when purchasing your child’s ticket. Students and their families must stay with their Museum Educator during the lesson.
A tour of the historic area of Taliesin West is not included in this program. To purchase tour tickets, please go to our tours page.
Questions? Email Education@FrankLloydWright.Org
October 8 and 10, 2024
Architecture Inspired by Nature
Frank Lloyd Wright’s designs were all based on the principles of organic architecture. What is that? During this lesson, students will explore this architectural philosophy and learn how the natural world helped inspire some of the world’s most beautiful buildings.
Dates & Prices:
Two sessions of this class are offered:
For students age 6-8:
Tuesday, October 8, 2024; 9:30 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
Homeschool student $15
Adult chaperone $0
For students age 9-11:
Thursday, October 10, 2024, 9:30 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
Homeschool student $15
Adult chaperone $0
October 22 and 24, 2024
Children’s Weaving Workshop
At Taliesin West, there is a long history of weaving and textile arts. In this lesson, students will engage with this tradition, learn about the history of weaving, and create their own woven art piece.
Dates & Prices:
Two sessions of this class are offered:
For students age 6-8:
Tuesday, October 22, 2024; 9:30 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
Homeschool student $15
Adult chaperone $0
For students age 9-11:
Thursday, October 24, 2024, 9:30 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
Homeschool student $15
Adult chaperone $0
November 5 and 7, 2024
Building Bridges
Students will use the engineering design cycle to design model bridges using K’nex pieces. Through building structural bridges, students will learn about load, span and working in collaborative dynamics like engineers and architects. Students will also examine bridges from around the world.
Dates & Prices:
Two sessions of this class are offered:
For students age 6-8:
Tuesday, November 5, 2024; 9:30 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
Homeschool student $15
Adult chaperone $0
For students age 9-11:
Thursday, November 7, 2024, 9:30 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
Homeschool student $15
Adult chaperone $0
November 19 and 21, 2024
Building with Balance: Cantilevers
Students will learn about how architects use cantilevers to lift their buildings into the air, soaring over rivers and ravines. They will then explore concepts of balance and use their new knowledge to build unique balancing sculptures.
Dates & Prices:
Two sessions of this class are offered:
For students age 6-8:
Tuesday, November 19, 2024; 9:30 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
Homeschool student $15
Adult chaperone $0
For students age 9-11:
Thursday, November 21, 2024, 9:30 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
Homeschool student $15
Adult chaperone $0
December 10 and 12, 2024
Holiday Treasure Boxes
When Frank Lloyd Wright lived at Taliesin West with his students, they would create special gift boxes for him at Christmas. These gift boxes were often elaborately painted and hid special artworks or poems inside. In this tradition, students will create their own winter holiday boxes that can hide small notes and treasures.
Dates & Prices:
Two sessions of this class are offered:
For students age 6-8:
Tuesday, December 10, 2024; 9:30 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
Homeschool student $15
Adult chaperone $0
For students age 9-11:
Thursday, December 12, 2024, 9:30 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
Homeschool student $15
Adult chaperone $0
Homeschool Group Tour:
A child-friendly tour can be arranged for your homeschool group! Together with a Museum Educator, your group will explore architectural history, the natural wonders of the Sonoran Desert, and more! You will see many spaces at Taliesin West that visitors of all ages enjoy, including Frank Lloyd Wright’s office and a special movie theatre from 1949 called “The Cabaret.”
Price:
Adults $30.00
Youth (6-8) $15.00
5 and under Free
Minimum of 10 paid guests required to book.
To inquire about booking a homeschool group visit, please email Education@FrankLloydWright.Org.
