Review Our Visitor Policies.

Guided Tours

Make SAMA your classroom with a school tour led by one of our knowledgeable docents. Inspired by ArteKids, a series of bilingual children's books, the Museum's Early Childhood tours are designed for children ages 3-6. Select a theme below to learn more and register for your tour online.

Early Childhood tours are offered Tuesday-Friday at 9:30, 10:30, 11:30 and 12:30.  For more information, please contact Jessica Nelson, Tour Scheduler at (210) 978-8138

• Early Childhood tours are 30-40 minutes long.
• Two week's advance reservation is required.
• SAMA can accommodate 60 students per time slot. Special accommodations will be made for larger groups.
• At least 1 chaperone is required per 5 students. Chaperone must be 18 years or older.
• Students, teachers, and chaperones will be admitted to the museum for free.
• Space may be reserved for students to eat their bag lunches.
• If you need to cancel your tour reservation, please notify the Tour Scheduler at (210) 978-8138. If you are running late on your tour day, please notify the museum’s front desk at (210) 978-8100.
• Ask about our bilingual tour guides.

Animals in Art »

Go on a worldwide adventure and explore the animal kingdom in SAMA's collection.

Parts of Art »

How is a work of art created? Investigate the basic elements of art, including colors, shapes, textures, and patterns, through the exploration of objects in SAMA's collections.

Special Tour Topics »

Arrange for a tour on a topic of your choosing.  SAMA educators will work with you to complement your curriculum.