This July, Cal State San Bernardino’s Robert and Frances Fullerton Museum of Art (RAFFMA) once again welcomed young explorers to campus for the annual Kids Discover Egypt Workshop, a popular summer program designed to bring ancient history to life for children ages 6-14.

Held in two three-day sessions — July 8-10 for children ages 6-10 and July 15-17 for ages 11-14 — the workshop offered a rich blend of hands-on learning and creative exploration. Each day, from 10 a.m.-2 p.m., participants engaged in activities inspired by ancient Egyptian culture, including crafting Canopic jars, exploring the basics of archaeology through a mock dig, and completing individual and group projects that sparked curiosity and critical thinking.

The sessions were capped at 20 participants each to ensure a personalized, engaging experience. In one morning warm-up activity, students built three-dimensional landscapes as an introduction to geography and historical context. Throughout the week, they continued to dive into ancient Egyptian art and symbolism through storytelling, art-making and guided museum exploration.

This annual workshop highlights RAFFMA’s commitment to making art and culture accessible to the broader community through meaningful educational programming.

A boy examines an art exhibit.Children gaze at Egyptian art.Children participate in workshop activities.

About RAFFMA
The Robert and Frances Fullerton Museum of Art at Cal State San Bernardino has been a cultural hub in the Inland Empire since opening in 1996. In 2008, it became the first American Alliance of Museums-accredited art museum in San Bernardino County and remains one of only two accredited museums in the 23-campus California State University system. RAFFMA’s diverse collection of nearly 1,500 objects, combined with its engaging exhibitions and educational programs, offers meaningful cultural experiences to local, national and international audiences.

Museum Hours:
Monday-Tuesday: 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Wednesday-Thursday: 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
Saturday: 11 a.m.-3 p.m.
Fridays and Sundays: CLOSED