DOTHAN, Ala. (WDNews) — The Wiregrass Museum of Art (WMA) is expanding its “Bus on Us” program to include schools in Henry, Dale and Geneva counties for the 2025–2026 school year.
The program, launched in 2017, helps remove transportation barriers for students and teachers by reimbursing schools for bus travel to the museum. WMA will continue its partnership with Dothan City Schools and Houston County Schools, ensuring access for students across all five districts.
The initiative gives students hands-on art education through gallery tours and studio sessions. Lessons are tailored to different grade levels, with a focus on literacy for first graders, STEAM-based projects for fourth graders, and creative visual arts development for sixth graders.
Museum educators guide students through exhibitions, encouraging observation, questioning and creativity. Executive Director Dana-Marie Lemmer said the program is designed to strengthen education while inspiring students through art.
“We believe that art has the power to inspire, educate, and transform young minds,” Lemmer said. “Through our partnership with Dothan City Schools, we are committed to fostering creativity and enriching the lives of the next generation.”
Teachers also benefit from the program by observing lessons, receiving classroom-ready plans, and aligning activities with Alabama State Standards. Field trips are available to public, private, and homeschool groups year-round.
For more information, visit wiregrassmuseum.org/schools or call 334-794-3871.
