Teaching Artist Training: Dementia-Friendly Arts Engagement
Save the date: registration for this workshop opens June 1!
Designed for teaching artists who are interested leading dementia-friendly creative programs in the community, this training workshop will provide valuable research, resources, and hands-on demonstrations from facilitators experienced in both supporting and engaging people with memory loss in gallery and art studio settings.
Topics will include understanding different types of dementia and best practices for creating empowering arts engagement with participants.
Registration Info
This workshop is intended for teaching artists with experience in a museum, classroom, or community setting who are interested in facilitating dementia-friendly arts-based learning experiences.
Prospective participants must register their interest in attending this free program during the registration window, open June 1–August 21. Registrants will be notified about the status of their application by September 11. Space is limited to 15 participants.
For more information, contact Creative Aging Programs at 206 432 8265, or email creativeaging@fryemuseum.org
Teaching Artist Training: Dementia-Friendly Arts Engagement
Photo: Runyon Colie
October 9, 2026
10 am–3 pm
704 Terry Avenue
Seattle, WA 98104