Kids & families

The Little World of Art (2-4 years old)

Playful educational program for toddlers to help them take their first steps in art and discover the small world of museums. Each visit focuses on a different theme and allows children to learn at their own pace how to look at an artwork while having a lot of fun!

  • one 45 minute visit each month.
  • Wednesday (French), Saturday (English) and Sunday (French) at 10:30 am.
  • each child must be supervised by an adult.
  • flexible registration : sign up for the full year (guaranteed spots for 10 visits from September to June) or one visit at a time (subject to availability).
  • 12€ per child + entry ticket for the supervising adult(s) when the program is held at the museum. Reduced fees for siblings and yearly subscription.
  • location: Lyon Beaux-Arts museum and other Lyon cultural sites.
  • groups limited to 8 children.
  • older and younger siblings welcome.

Fun at the Museum (5-10 years old)

This program offers children an interactive playful approach to major artists and movements. Each visit focuses on a specific artistic period featuring original artworks presented to the children and many fun educational activities to learn all about art while having fun!

  • one 1 hour visit each month.
  • Wednesday (French),  English program available upron request.
  • each child must be supervised by an adult during the visit.
  • 15€ per child + entry ticket for the supervising adults(s) when the program is held at the museum. Reduced fees for siblings and yearly subscription.
  • flexible registration : sign up for the full year (guaranteed spots for 10 visits from September to June) or one visit at a time (subject to availability).
  • location: Lyon Beaux-Arts museum and other cultural sites within Lyon city limits.
  • groups limited to 8 children
  • older and younger siblings welcome.

Investigations at the Museum (10-13 years old)

Playful interactive investigations to discover the different artists and movements that made (art) history! This program was designed to train young visitors to “read” and understand an artwork.

  • one 1 hour investigation each month.
  • Saturday afternoon and school vacation.
  • 15€ per child.
  • location: Lyon Beaux-Arts museum

Artsy Families (4 years old and older)

From Ancient Egypt to Street art, this program specially designed for families explores art history through time. Each visit focuses on a specific artistic period with original artworks that are presented and explained to participants as well as playful educational activities for the whole family to keep discovering and learning while having fun!

  • one visit each month.
  • Saturday afternoon (English) & Sunday afternoon (French).
  • program suited for families with children 4 years and older but younger siblings are of course welcome.
  • each child must be supervised by an adult during the visit.
  • flexible registration : sign up for the full year (guaranteed spots for 10 visits from September to June) or one visit at a time (subject to availability).
  • 15€ per child + entry ticket for adults when the program is held at the museum. Reduced fees for siblings and yearly registration. 
  • location: Lyon Beaux-Arts museum and other cultural sites within Lyon city limits.

Art'astic birthday parties!

Whether outdoor or indoor, celebrate your birthday with ArtZoa! Artistic scavenger hunts, investigations, art activities…the possibilities are endless!

  • 12€ per child + entry ticket for adults if the birthday activity takes place at the museum.