Art supports our intellectual and emotional needs and should be accessible to all with no boundaries or limits. As a nonprofit, YAA’s mission is to enrich our community through artistic, interactive experiences for all ages which inspire creativity and encourage an understanding of the world in which we live. Our love and support for our community surpasses the divide from geography, ethnicity, economics, and disability to bring the transformative power of art to all.
Art Club
A Creative Collaboration Between Young At Art Museum and Ranger Good Works
Art Club is a dynamic afterschool enrichment program created through a partnership between Young At Art Museum and Ranger Good Works, designed to nurture creativity, emotional wellness, and confidence in elementary-aged students.
Through this initiative, Young At Art Museum provides professional teaching artists and a thoughtfully crafted art curriculum focused on developing fundamental art skills while integrating therapeutic art practices. The program encourages students to express themselves, explore their imaginations, and build essential life skills such as self-esteem, creative problem-solving, and critical thinking.
With the support of Ranger Good Works, Art Club is proudly offered at Dillard Elementary School and North Fork Elementary School, expanding access to high-quality arts education for children in underserved communities. By fostering both artistic exploration and personal growth, Art Club empowers students to see themselves—and the world around them—with confidence and creativity.
Girls Empowered
Girls Empowered
An Arts-Based Empowerment Program at PACE Center for Girls Broward
Since 2007, Young At Art Museum has partnered with PACE Center for Girls Broward to deliver Girls Empowered, an arts-based gender empowerment course that supports teenage girls ages 13–18 who are at risk due to factors such as low self-esteem, trauma, or mental health challenges.
Through a daily, year-round art program integrated into the school day, YAA provides creative outlets for self-expression, emotional healing, and confidence-building. Girls Empowered engages participants in visual arts, design, and storytelling—empowering them to explore identity, resilience, and their unique voices through art.
Each April, during Earth Month, participants take center stage in YAA’s NY-style Recycled Fashion Show, where they design and showcase original, eco-conscious wearable art. This high-impact event highlights sustainability, creativity, and personal transformation, providing a platform for the girls to shine.
To date, YAA has served more than 700 PACE students through Girls Empowered, contributing to a remarkable 93% annual graduation rate among participants—demonstrating the powerful role of art in education, healing, and empowerment.
YAA for ALL
Access to Lifelong Learning through Inclusive Art Experiences
YAA for ALL is Young At Art Museum’s commitment to accessibility, inclusion, and meaningful engagement for individuals with autism and other sensory integration sensitivities. In partnership with the Center for Autism & Related Disabilities (CARD), YAA has transformed the museum environment to be more welcoming for all by:
Reducing visual and auditory stimulation in select gallery spaces
Providing visual guides, picture signage, maps, and social stories
Developing specialized art programming tailored for diverse needs
Training staff to engage with empathy, understanding, and compassion
As the first CARD Autism Friendly Partner, YAA is proud to lead the way in creating an inclusive museum experience that supports lifelong learning, creativity, and community connection for individuals of all abilities.
Sensory Saturdays, held every second Saturday of the month, celebrate diversity through hands-on art and play in a safe, calm, and supportive setting. All are welcome to participate, and with the support of our new partner, ABA Centers of Florida, YAA now offers additional resources and on-site support for families navigating sensory needs.
Together, we’re building a more inclusive, creative community—one experience at a time.
ArtREACH
(Art – Reconnecting and Educating Adolescents through Creativity and Hope)
Established in 2004, ArtREACH is a nationally recognized initiative that has empowered over 1,000 homeless children and families across Broward County. This free after-school program provides arts-based and academic enrichment for children and teens living in emergency and transitional shelters or independent transitional housing.
ArtREACH is a powerful collaboration between Young At Art Museum, Broward County Public Schools’ Homeless Education Assistance Resource Team (HEART), Broward Partnership, and other local shelters. Together, we strive to create a safe, nurturing, and inspiring environment where creativity and education intersect.
Through visual arts, academic tutoring, and social-emotional support, ArtREACH helps improve the educational outcomes and emotional well-being of homeless youth—empowering them with tools for healing, self-expression, and hope for the future.
YAA On the GO!
Bringing Art to Communities Across South Florida
YAA On the GO! is Young At Art Museum’s Mobile Art Museum, delivering exciting and engaging visual arts experiences directly to parks, festivals, schools, and neighborhoods throughout Broward, Miami-Dade, and Palm Beach counties.
Designed to spark creativity and connection, YAA On the GO! spreads the joy of art-making while uniting communities through shared creative experiences. By bringing hands-on activities and professional teaching artists into the heart of the community, YAA makes art accessible to families of all backgrounds—especially in underserved and low-income areas.
Wherever it rolls, YAA On the GO! inspires imagination, fosters self-expression, and ensures that every child has the opportunity to experience the transformative power of art.
YAA At Home
Free Online Art Experiences for All
YAA At Home brings the magic of art-making to wherever you are—offering free, online resources designed to keep children, families, educators, and art enthusiasts engaged and inspired.
From downloadable art activities and virtual museum tours to step-by-step video tutorials led by professional artists, YAA At Home makes it easy to explore creativity from classrooms, community spaces, businesses, and the comfort of home.
By collaborating with local and national artists, Young At Art Museum is dedicated to making art accessible, inclusive, and fun—anytime, anywhere.
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