Art is more than just colors on a canvas—it’s a way for children to express themselves, build confidence, and connect with the world around them. At Creative Discovery Museum, we believe every child is an artist, and our goal is to nurture that creativity by connecting young learners with Chattanooga’s vibrant arts community.
From hands-on workshops to artist-led experiences, our arts programming is designed to inspire, educate, and spark imagination. Whether your little one is picking up a paintbrush for the first time or honing their craft, there’s a place for them here.
Check out our upcoming programs and let’s create something amazing together.
Discover new ways to create. Studio Days give guests the chance to explore unique art mediums not typically available in our Art Studio. Each session offers hands-on experiences led by our talented staff, featuring techniques like ink marbling, sand art, screen printing, henna, linocut stamps, tile mosaics, and clay building.
When: Last Sunday of every month
Where: Art Studio
Time: 10:30 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Our Artist in Residence Program brings talented local artists into the Museum, giving children and families the unique opportunity to engage with professional creatives, learn about different artistic processes, and explore new forms of self-expression.
When: Select Sundays
Where: Art Studio
Time: 11 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Upcoming
Juno - Nature Photography
March 30 & April 6 | 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. | Art Studio
Juno will help guests recreate nature imagery using photographs and plants from the Sensory Garden as inspiration to create something unique to take home.
Yoyocam - Concept Mural Painting
May 4 & 18 | 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. | Art Studio
Yoyocam will work with guests to create a concept mural on the Art Studio window wall.
CityArts is the Museum's after-school arts outreach program, providing teens with valuable arts access to professional artists, media, and skills. The program is presented at three locations: CDM, the Chattanooga Public Library, and Boynton Terrace Apartments. Teens in the program help lead an art activity at the Museum.
When: Select Sundays
Where: Art Studio
Time: 12 – 2 p.m.
Upcoming
Printmaking Activity | April 13
Join us at Creative Discovery Museum, where we believe every child is an artist, and our goal is to nurture that creativity and artistry.
A drop-off, 5-week program for children ages 3 and 4 that offers play-based, learning experiences led by our early childhood experts!
Club Discovery is an inclusive after-school program for friends with a diagnosis and their typically developing peers to enjoy the Museum.
