School & Family Programs

School Programs

Washington National Cathedral offers curriculum-based museum education programs for elementary school students. Using hands-on experiences and discovery learning, programs emphasize art, architecture, and history. The content of these programs is separate from the religious mission of the Cathedral.

• Stories & Symbols: Discover stories in the Cathedral’s art. Grades K–5.
• People of the Past: Find important Americans at the Cathedral. Grades 1–4.
• Great Gothic!: Investigate the Cathedral’s architecture using math and science skills. Grades  5–7.
• Cathedral Adventures: Explore the themes of art and architecture during a two-visit program. Grades 3–5.

Family Programs

Come to the Cathedral to participate in our various programs for children, ages 4–12, and their adult companions. Our activities change regularly so you can keep coming back to learn something new.

• Gargoyle’s Den: Saturday workshop full of hands-on activities for children.
• Family Saturday: Monthly program with a story, Cathedral tour, and craft centered around a theme.