NCMA offers professional development programs that support educators across North Carolina as they connect across disciplines through art. Sign up to receive our email newsletter twice a month. Check the events page for upcoming offerings. View our program overviews below.

Educator Expo and Teacher Tuesday

The Educator Expo is features refreshments, fellowship, artist talks, learning opportunities, and free exhibition access. Teacher Tuesdays offers free access to exhibitions. Both programs run from 4 to 7 p.m. with tickets available on the hour.

Tuesday, October 7: Educator Expo

Tuesday, May 12: Teacher Tuesday

Workshops

NCMA Summer Institute for Teachers @ NCMA Winston-Salem, July 30-31 (Participants selected by application)

Making Morning, Spring 2026, Date TBD

Online Courses

Online courses for educators are offered several times during the year.

• Art and Literacy:
  • Summer Session: June 17–August 12
  • Fall Session: October 7–December 9
• Art and Science: January 27–April 7, 2026
• Art and Literacy: June 16–August 11, 2026

Professional Development for Your Organization

Strengthen your district’s professional development plan by scheduling a session for your staff with the NCMA. Let the Museum become your (real or virtual) classroom. Sessions are open to all disciplines and grade levels. Email us to explore your options.

Interested in Back-to-School PD for a School or District? Check out our info sheet to learn about available dates and topics!

Onsite Programs

1-2 hour sessions are free.

Open to groups of 10 or more.

Reservations must be made at least four weeks in advance.

Availability based on staff scheduling commitments.

Online Programs

30-60 minute videoconferences are free.

Open to groups of 10 or more.

Reservations must be made at least two weeks in advance and are based on availability.

Independent Studies

Independent Studies are the NCMA’s version of micro-credentials, a form of personalized, self-directed professional development in which teachers demonstrate mastery of a specific topic or approach to learning. Independent Studies are housed online and do not require onsite attendance at programs. Participants can earn up to 1-1.5 CEUs depending on the topic.

Learn more here