Visit Design Museum Gent with your class
Bring your students to Design Museum Gent for an inspiring day out and discover the fascinating world of design together. Choose a guided tour or workshop tailored to your students' age and learning level, and let our museum guides reveal the stories behind the objects. We bet your students will leavewith a completely new perspective.
Prefer to explore the museum independently or bringing your own guide? Book your places for the collection presentation or temporary exhibition in advance. so we know you're coming and can prepare everything for a smooth and enjoyable visit.
Explore our programmes for
Preschool
Out with toddlers at Design Museum Gent. Our tour connects with the creative arts curriculum, so you can easily continue the activities back in class.
Primary School
Inspire your primary school class with guided tours and workshops that explore design through observation, creativity and hands-on learning.
High Schools
A school visit for secondary education. Students explore the impact of design on people, society and the environment while imagining the future through design.
Students
A museum visit for students. Reflect critically on design as a response to complex questions, with links to current research and innovation.
Take a look at our programmes for groups.
Good to know
Not at all, the choice is yours. Would you like to discover the stories behind the collection with one of our enthusiastic guides? Great, take a look at our guided tours here.
Prefer to explore on your own? That’s absolutely fine too. Just make sure to reserve your spots here in advance. That way, we know you’re coming and can prepare your visit.
All classes are welcome here. We offer tailored programmes for everyone, from curious preschoolers from the third year of kindergarten and pupils in primary and secondary education to specific workshops and guided tours for higher education and teachers.
Take a look at our offer for schools here.
Yes, feel free to bring your own packed lunch.
We provide a pleasant space where your class can take a break and enjoy a picnic together.
For the exhibition Public Matter(s): Design and Democracy, there is a toolkit that guides students through the exhibitions themselves. You can find it here.
Looking for extra background information to prepare your lesson? Then explore our collection website or read the gallery texts online in advance. There, you will find a wealth of information about our objects.
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