Museum Programs for Teens at the Bruce Museum
The Bruce Museum offers innovative museum programs for teens that combine creativity, social connection, and hands-on exploration.
Teen-focused programming encourages participants to think critically, experiment with new ideas, and engage with both art and science in meaningful ways. From workshops to special events, teens can explore their interests in a welcoming and inspiring environment.
These programs are designed to empower teens as independent thinkers and creators. Contact us to learn more about our museum programs for teens or start an application for the 2026–2027 Junior Docent Program.
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The Bruce Museum offers many opportunities to get teens involved. The Bruce Museum's Youth Intern positions, and the Junior Docent Team give teens a chance to get on-the-job experience in various fields.
Junior Docents
Are you a high school student curious about art, science, and what it’s like to work in a museum?
Join a group of dynamic teen peers who meet regularly to engage with art and science, interact with field experts, and plan events for other teens. As a Junior Docent, you will gain real-world experience in a museum setting while building skills in communication, leadership, and creative thinking.
Junior Docents are high school students who serve as teen educators, facilitators, and ambassadors for the Bruce Museum. Through a year-long training and service-based program, they gain real-world professional experience by leading gallery tours, hands-on workshops, family programs, gallery carts, and special events. Working closely with museum educators, curators, and peers, Junior Docents build valuable skills in public speaking, teaching, leadership, and visitor engagement while deepening their connection to art and science.
Applications for the 2025–2026 Junior Docent Program are closed.
Fill out the form below to join our mailing list. We will notify you as soon as applications for the 2026–2027 Junior Docent Program open.
If you have any questions, please reach out to juniordocents@brucemuseum.org.
Teen Afternoons
Experiment, create, explore and so much more with the Junior Docent team.
Free for teens!
Teen Nights
Teen Nights are museum-wide events that are exclusively for teens that include hands-on activities, performances, and more.
Free for teens!
For more information about teen programs, please contact Manager of Youth & Family Programs, info@brucemuseum.org.
