Age group: Grades 7–12
Duration: 90 minutes
Participation fee: EUR 8 per pupil

Through a dynamic and engaging experience, pupils explore the life and work of Mark Rothko (1903–1970), a pioneer of Abstract Expressionism who was born in Daugavpils (then Dvinsk), and find inspiration for their own creative expression.

The session begins with an introduction to the history and activities of Rothko Museum. Participants then complete a variety of interactive learning tasks at five thematic stations, including the art reading room, the exhibition of original Rothko paintings, the Rothko biography gallery and the museum studio. The programme concludes with pupils creating their own artwork inspired by what they have learned, followed by a group reflection on the experience.

Alongside discovering the artist and his hometown, participants are encouraged to explore their own perspectives by reflecting on the meaning, value and impact of art. Working with both physical materials and digital tools, they develop information analysis skills and gain a deeper understanding of the connections between the past and the present.

Age group: Grades 6–9
Duration: 90 minutes
Participation fee: EUR 8 per pupil

Combining art with elements of modern technology, this educational programme invites pupils to explore the close connections between different art forms.

The programme consists of two parts. In the first, pupils discover key moments in the life of ceramic artist Pēteris Martinsons (1931–2013) and explore the exhibition “City of Dreams” at Martinsons House, paying particular attention to artistic materials and techniques. Through an engaging interactive game, they learn to identify ceramic materials, forming and firing techniques, while discovering the challenges and opportunities associated with the professions of artist, architect and designer.

In the second part, held in the Rothko Museum creative workshop space, pupils revisit what they have learned and practise newly acquired art terminology. Inspired by their experiences, they create a three-dimensional artwork. They also explore the “Martinsons AR” augmented reality application and discover Pēteris Martinsons’ works in a digital environment.

The programme deepens pupils’ understanding of contemporary art, reinforces their knowledge of artistic terminology, develops observation, creativity, imagination and critical thinking, and offers an opportunity to encounter outstanding examples of contemporary art while creating a personal artwork to take home.

ⓘ Good to Know!
The programme takes place in two neighbouring Rothko Museum buildings: the exhibition space at Martinsons House (Nikolaja iela 1) and the creative workshop space in the museum’s main building (Mihaila iela 3).

Age group: Grades 1–5
Duration: 60 minutes
Participation fee: EUR 6 per pupil

The programme consists of two parts: an educational visit to the museum’s exhibition galleries and a hands-on creative workshop incorporating playful activities. Accompanied by a guide, pupils explore one of Rothko Museum’s temporary exhibitions, presented across three exhibition sectors. The museum’s temporary exhibition programme is organised into four seasons, each featuring projects by regional, Latvian and international artists. When booking, the group selects the exhibition sector they wish to visit.

During the practical workshop, pupils work with a museum educator to create their own artwork using a visual art technique inspired by the exhibition they have explored.

The programme develops an understanding of contemporary art, reinforces artistic terminology and encourages aesthetic awareness, patience, tolerance, creativity, observation and imagination. Pupils encounter outstanding examples of contemporary art and create a personal artwork to take home.

Age group: Grades 6–12
Duration: 90 minutes
Participation fee: EUR 8 per pupil

The programme begins with a visit to Iveta Vecenāne’s exhibition “Transposition. The Rothko Motif”, which explores the artist’s interpretation of Rothko’s watercolours through the language of weaving.

Pupils then explore the museum’s permanent exhibition “Mark Rothko: Life and Art”, examining Rothko’s biography in the context of twentieth-century history and art. They also encounter a selection of original works by Mark Rothko, tracing the evolution of his artistic practice throughout his career: from the early figurative paintings of the 1930s, through the transitional period of the 1940s, to the revolutionary “classic” period of the 1950s and 1960s.

In the practical part of the programme, pupils work with a museum educator to create a zine – a small folded booklet in which they reflect on what they have seen and heard, create their own artwork using a visual art technique and complete additional creative tasks.

The programme deepens pupils’ understanding of contemporary art, strengthens their knowledge of artistic terminology and develops observation, creativity, imagination and critical thinking through encounters with outstanding examples of contemporary art and the creation of a personal artwork to take home.

Age group: Grades 1–5
Duration: 90 minutes
Participation fee: EUR 4.50 per pupil

Accompanied by a guide, children explore Rothko Museum’s current exhibitions, the permanent exhibition “Mark Rothko: Life and Art” and a selection of original works by Mark Rothko. Together, these works trace the development of the artist’s practice throughout his career: from the early figurative paintings of the 1930s, through the transitional period of the 1940s, to the revolutionary “classic” period of the 1950s and 1960s.

Special attention is given to Rothko’s Surrealist period, which flourished during the 1940s when he began exploring watercolour painting. The programme also includes a visit to Iveta Vecenāne’s exhibition “Transposition. The Rothko Motif”, which presents the artist’s interpretation of Rothko’s watercolours through the language of weaving.

The programme develops children’s understanding of contemporary art, reinforces their knowledge of artistic terminology and encourages observation and critical thinking through encounters with outstanding examples of contemporary art.

Age group: Grades 6–12
Duration: 90 minutes
Participation fee: EUR 4.50 per pupil

Accompanied by a guide, young people explore Rothko Museum’s current exhibitions, the permanent exhibition “Mark Rothko: Life and Art” and a selection of original works by Mark Rothko. Together, these works trace the development of the artist’s practice throughout his career: from the early figurative paintings of the 1930s, through the transitional period of the 1940s, to the revolutionary “classic” period of the 1950s and 1960s.

Special attention is given to Rothko’s Surrealist period, which flourished during the 1940s when he began exploring watercolour painting. The programme also includes a visit to Iveta Vecenāne’s exhibition “Transposition. The Rothko Motif”, which presents the artist’s interpretation of Rothko’s watercolours through the language of weaving.

The programme deepens young people’s understanding of contemporary art, reinforces their knowledge of artistic terminology and develops observation and critical thinking through encounters with outstanding examples of contemporary art.