Art and Community

Art and Community Tour Description

3rd and 4th grade

This tour explores local history in Winston-Salem through Katharine and R.J. Reynolds, the project of Reynolda, and the people who lived and worked on the early 20th century estate. Focuses on change over time. While learning about community at Reynolda, students will also explore works of art related to ideas of community. 

NC Standard Course of Study Connections: 

ELA: SL.3&4.1

Social Studies: 3.H.1.1, 3.H.1.2, 4.H.1.1, 4.H.1.2

Visual Arts: 3.RE.1.1,3.RE.1.2, 4.RE.1.2

Learning objectives: Students who experience an Art & Community tour will be able to

• describe the basic history and context of Reynolda, along with the roles some of the Reynolds family, Babcock family and employees
• name the ways the people of Reynolda contributed to the local community
• identify what communities need and what of those Reynolda had
• practice visual literacy skills of observation and interpretation, especially while thinking about change over time 

Location: Reynolda House Museum of American Art

Available: until December 12, 2025

Accommodates: 8-48 people

90 minutes

$3 + tax per student

Questions? Contact Julia Tanner, julia@reynolda.org

Teacher Resources

For this tour, we have a pre-visit activity that we recommend. It also includes suggestions for extension activities after you return to the classroom.