The variety of programs is guided by the understanding that there are many different approaches to learning in a museum. Tours Guided tours of NMWA, generally an hour in length, are given for organized groups. These scheduled tours , for which there is a fee, provide an in-depth survey of the permanent collection or special exhibitions. Walk-in tours provide a brief overview of museum exhibitions. They are offered throughout the week when guides are available and are free of charge.
Tours designed for primary and secondary school classes are also available.
These interactive tours are free of charge and can be tailored to the needs of individual school groups. School tours and guided tours should be scheduled at least four weeks in advance. Public Programs Maru Montero Dance Company in NMWA's Great Hall Photo courtesy of Rick Reinhard Public programs for all ages are designed to expand the audiences knowledge of women artists, composers, writers, musicians, actors, filmmakers, dancers, and those working in other creative disciplines. They fall into three broad areas. For adults, the range of public programs at the museum encompasses lectures by and about artists, symposia, gallery talks, readings and book signings, concerts, theater and dance performances, films, trips, and workshops.