It also contains references to other useful resources. Exploring Art prepares students for museum visits in and beyond their communities. The versatile program can be used in any school for all ages, and is intended to help children succeed by fostering academic achievement, and promoting decision-making and critical thinking skills. We hope that these materials will make the experience of visiting museums an enjoyable one for both young people and adults. Exploring Art is funded in part by a generous donation from United Parcel Service.
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The National Museum of Women in the Arts, founded in 1981 and opened in 1987, is the only museum dedicated solely to celebrating the achievements of women in the visual, performing, and literary arts. The museum also conducts multidisciplinary programs for diverse audiences, maintains a Library and Research Center, publishes a quarterly magazine, and has 24 state committees. More than 100,000 people visit the museum each year, including thousands of young people who come with schools and scouting groups. NMWA's current national membership of 25,000 is among the top ten percent of museum memberships nationwide.