The Badge Archive

Activity Description: Scouts plan and host a mini art show to share their artwork with others.

• Fulfills Step 5 of GSUSA Brownie Art and Design badge requirements.
• Fulfills Step 5 of GSUSA Junior Art and Design badge requirements.

Info Needed: Scouts should understand that sharing art helps others learn about their ideas and creativity.

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Items Needed:

• Paper, pencils, and coloring or decorating tools
• Scouts’ finished artwork
• (Optional) Examples of how art is displayed (photos of galleries, store signs, posters, etc.)
• (Optional) Materials to create event pieces like signs, invitations, or labels (paper, glue, markers, stickers, craft sticks, decorations)

Instructions (Estimated Total Time: 20–30 min, plus time for hosting event):

1. Explore art displays (5 min)
   • Show examples of where art is shared (gallery, museum, online, gift).
   • Scouts brainstorm where they’ve seen art or how they’ve shared something they made.
2. Plan a mini art show (5–7 min)
   • Decide as a group where and how to display scout artwork.
   • Choose which pieces to include in the show.
3. Make event materials (10–15 min)
   • Scouts design display signs, invitations, or name tags for their art.
   • Include the artist’s name, title, and what medium or materials were used.
4. Share the art (time varies)
   • Host a mini art event for scouts, other troops, or families.
   • Scouts can walk guests through their work and explain what inspired them.