Hunt for animals, real and imaginary, as they appear in works of art from a variety of cultures and time periods. Develop observational and perceptual skills by identifying animals in paintings, sculpture and textiles. Discover how images of animals are used symbolically and as decoration on everyday objects.

The Birmingham Museum of Art features the work of Black artists year-round. Experience diverse forms of art created from a variety of perspectives. Reflect on the important accomplishments of black individuals worldwide. This tour includes careful examination of the Museum’s African collection and works by contemporary African and African-American artists.

Experience art in a whole new way and discover the difference between looking and truly seeing. Learn the "language of art" as you explore basic techniques used to create works of art: manipulation of line, color, light and shadow, pattern, texture, and shape. Discover how these elements of art have developed from the Renaissance to modern day.

This thought-provoking tour is a great way to introduce children to art and the Museum and enhances students’ observation and descriptive language skills.

Grades 4K–K: Using their imagination, younger students will be actively engaged in looking closely, practicing descriptive vocabulary, and making personal connections. Students will focus on two or three works of art. Docents facilitate discussion and enable students to develop important critical thinking skills and create personal stories about the art.

Grades 1–5: Older students will be actively engaged as they practice careful observation, ask questions, and discuss and respond to three or four works of art. Through careful use of questions and discussion, docents help students to develop important critical thinking skills and to forge personal connections with art.