Tours For Adults

Special Exhibition Tours

October 10 - january 3, 2010
Docent-Led Tours of Hello World!
Hello World! Showcases rarely seen art from out collection. The works represent many cultures and time periods. Included is work form many notable artists, including Pablo Picasso, Jackson Pollock and Dayton’s own Willis "Bing" Davis. Paintings, drawings, sculpture and photography are installed to both contrast with and make connections between diverse cultures. Tours are available for adults as well as students. Read More

Adult members: FREE           
Adult non-members: $3 group rate
School tours: FREE (add a workshop for $6)
Advance registration required: Call Mary Eberle at 937-512-0152 or e-mail educate@daytonartinstitute.org

Tours & Teas

Tour at 1:00 p.m., Tea at 2:00 p.m.
Participate in a docent-led tour of our special exhibitions, then enjoy a traditional tea with a tea sandwich medley, miniature cream scones with clotted cream and preserves, and assorted sweets. Registration required - contact Mary
at 937-512-0152 or e-mail educate@daytonartinstitute.org.

Hello World!
Fee: $15 members; $18 non-members (includes tax, gratuity and admission to the special exhibition).
Dates: November 11 & December 11 (sold out)
ADDED DATE: December 3

Permanent Collection Tours
Tours are of the Permanent Collection are free; workshops are $6

Art of the Ancient World: This tour highlights artwork from the eastern Mediterranean region, particularly from the ancient Greek and Roman Empires.

Humanities Tour: Choose from 12 different cultures to explore the art, literature and music associated with each period.

Myths & Legends: Learn about cultures and gain an understanding of myths and legends as they are depicted in works of art.

Outdoor Sculptures: Enjoy a walk through The Dayton Art Institute’s “front yard,” weather permitting, and learn about the different works of art outdoors.

Religion in Art: Learn about the religious artwork of the museum’s collection. Three different tours are available: The Judeo-Christian Experience, Mother and Child, and Religions of the World.

The Art of American History: Trace the history of the United States from colonial to modern times using works of art from the museum’s collection.

The Garden Tour: Discover artwork in which artists and artisans have portrayed the natural world around them.

The House That Julia Built: Learn about the architecture of The Dayton Art Institute as a work of art and the history of the museum from its inception to present day.

World Tour: Tour the world as you view art from diverse cultures. Highlights may include the art of Asia, Africa, Oceania, and the Americas, as well as Europe.