OCMA (Orange County Museum of Art)

Learning & Engagement

OCMA’s Learning & Engagement Department creates diverse programs and experiences that bring artists and audiences of all ages together to exchange ideas, share creative experiences, and explore art, both in the galleries and in OCMA’s dedicated Education Pavilion.

For questions about learning and engagement please contact education@ocma.art

School Tours

For all School Tour requests, please contact schooltours@ocma.art

Private Tours

OCMA Private Tour Packages

Enjoy a private one-hour tour led by a gallery educator who crafts an exceptional experience for each group. Your host will welcome you to the museum, share connections between artworks and artists, and explore the relationship between art and our everyday lives. Design the ultimate exclusive tour by selecting from the options below.

Exhibition Highlights Tour

Highlights the exhibitions on view that present the work of living artists and creative thinkers through innovative and ground-breaking exhibitions.

Architecture and Collection Tour

Highlights the design created by Pritzker Prize-winning architect Thom Mayne and the history of the OCMA collection and current collection works on view.

The tour fee is $40 per person. A minimum of 8 guests is required with a maximum capacity of 20 guests. If your group is fewer than 8 guests, a flat tour fee of $320 is required. A 10% discount is available for OCMA members. Groups are required to book tours at least one month in advance. Limited tour options are available and will be accommodated on a first-come basis.

Verdant Package Options

You have the option to enhance your group’s visit by selecting from one of our premier culinary package options with our plant-forward Café and Bar, Verdant, for an additional per person fee. 

The Café and Bar space is located on the museum’s Upper Plaza and offers a chic and joyful dining experience. Indulge in California cuisine inspired by locally sourced, organic ingredients and a full bar with a carefully curated wine list and craft cocktails.

Docents

For all questions about the OCMA docent program email docents@ocma.art.