Kids explore ancient Egypt during summer workshop at CSUSB art museum

Clay art projects inspired by ancient Egypt are just some of the activities lined up for the popular “Kids Discover Egypt” art workshops July 25-26 and July 27-28 at Cal State San Bernardino’s Robert and Frances Fullerton Museum of Art.

Designed for children ages 9-12, the two-day workshops will be hosted by RAFFMA from 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m. each day.

During the workshop, participants will learn about ancient Egyptian history, art and culture through many educational and hands-on activities.

Led by CSUSB staff, faculty and museum docents, the children will explore RAFFMA’s extensive collection of ancient Egyptian antiquities.

Their clay art projects include shaping beads from authentic ancient Egyptian molds, and the children also will engage in a mock archeological dig and create cat “mummies.”

Registration for the workshop is $40. CSUSB faculty, staff, students, Alumni Association members and Friends of RAFFMA are eligible for a $10 discount. The price includes materials and lunch for both days.

Pick up a brochure and registration form at the museum front desk or download it from RAFFMA’s website.

Space is limited. First come, first served.

For more information, contact RAFFMA’s education and outreach assistant, Ashley Lothyan, at (909) 537-7208 or lothyana@csusb.edu.

About RAFFMA

The Robert and Frances Fullerton Museum of Art is a nationally recognized museum accredited by the American Alliance of Museums.

RAFFMA has accumulated a permanent collection of nearly 1,200 objects focusing on Egyptian antiquities, ceramics and contemporary art. Located at Cal State San Bernardino, RAFFMA houses the largest permanent and public display of Egyptian art in Southern California.

General admission to the museum is free. Suggested donation is $3. Parking at Cal State San Bernardino is $6 per vehicle Monday-Friday and $3 on Saturday and Sunday. The museum is open Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Thursday from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.; and is closed Friday and Sunday. For more information, call (909) 537-7373 or visit the RAFFMA website.