The Nave Museum exhibits are selected with the broadly educational goal of presenting significant and pertinent contemporary works exploring the possibilities of certain media or style as well as artwork from the past continuing to bear relevance for a contemporary knowledge and understanding of art. Special tours are available upon request.
Educational tours arranged by individual public or private schools or school districts are free.
Included in the exhibit are altars designed and installed by local college and high school students. The annual Christmas Open House at the McNamara House Museum offers visitors a chat with Santa Claus along with refreshments, entertainment and a tour of the Victorian Christmas trees and decorations featured throughout the house. The date always coincides with the City Christmas Parade. Special tours may be arranged by calling the museum office. Educational tours organized by schools or school districts are free.