Virtual Tours
The Society of Illustrators is pleased to offer schools the opportunity to view select exhibits virtually, focusing on acclaimed, award winning illustrators who demonstrate innovation in technique, media, and trends.
Teachers can guide discussions and drawing activities using the PDF worksheet, included with the purchase of the virtual tour.
For additional details about booking virtual workshops please contact clare@societyillustrators.org.
Currently Available Virtual Tour
The Original Art 2022
Each year, The Original Art offers a showcase for the most outstanding children’s book illustrations published in the U.S.
It is our pleasure to bring to schools the opportunity to view the show virtually, focusing attention on a collection of acclaimed, award winning illustrators who demonstrate innovation in technique, media and trends in children’s book art and visual storytelling, including the 4 medal honor winners for 2022. Click here to learn more or purchase access to The Original Art 2022 Virtual Tour
Pricing and Additional Group & Field Trip Booking Information
There are several options for groups interested in visiting the Society of Illustrators.
Adult Groups: (Undergraduate and up)
- 10 or more adults.
- $7 per person
- Reservation required.
- Self-guided tours or guided tours available.
- Guided tours are an additional $50 non-refundable flat fee, to be paid in advance.
Adult Guided tours include a look at the current exhibits and highlights of the collection. 45 minutes.
Educator Members receive free admission. Guided tours are additional $50.
School and After-School Groups: (K-12)
In keeping with the Society’s mission, programs will focus predominantly on the art of illustration while aligning with the NYC Department of Education’s Blueprint for Teaching and Learning in the Arts.
For more information or to discuss your visit, please email info@societyillustrators.org or call 212.838.2560
Self-guided Tours
- $150 per group, paid in advance or upon arrival.
- A maximum 32 students + 4 adults.
- Reservation required.
- Offered Tuesday-Friday from 10:00am-4:00pm, unless otherwise requested and pending availability.
Guided Tours
- $200 per group, paid in advance.
- A maximum of 32 students + 4 adults.
- Offered Tuesday-Friday from 10:00am-4:00pm, unless otherwise requested and pending availability.
- Tours are approximately 45 minutes.
- Exhibition-specific and general tours are available.
- Full refunds issued with 24 hour notice.
Hands-on Workshops
- $250 and up per group, paid in advance.
- For a maximum of 32 students + 4 adults.
- Workshops are 90 minutes.
- Taught by trained illustrators and educators.
- Offered Tuesday-Friday from 10:00am-4:00pm, unless otherwise requested and pending availability.
- Full refunds issued with 24 hour notice.
Please note: that we cannot accommodate more than 32 students + 4 adults for tours and workshops.
Would you like to plan a visit for your group, class or organization? Please contact us!
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