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Fun and Educational Experiences for Kids at CAM

2025 Summer Museum Kids@CAMp Class registration is open!

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Youth

Cardboard Camp: Ages 9-12, Full , Please Call

Create animals, food, simple machines, and other creative sculptures with cardboard and other recycled materials. Learn construction skills and expand your creativity by inventing realistic and imaginative objects with the world's most versatile material, cardboard!
Date/Time:
Monday-Friday: July 7th-11th, 2pm-5pm
Skill Level:
Youth: ages 9-12
Admission:
CAM Member $160 / Not-Yet-Member $190
Instructor:
Shannon Gehen
Supplies:
All Supplies Provided
Youth

Clay Camp: Ages 5-8- FULL, Please Call

Campers can create cups, figures, plates, and other creative objects they can imagine during the fun week of creating with clay. During the specialized week of pottery, imagination is unlimited. Currently, this camp is full. Please call 910-726-9490 or email: [email protected] to be placed on the wait list.
Date/Time:
Monday-Friday: July 7th-11th, 9am-12pm
Skill Level:
Youth: ages 5-8
Admission:
CAM Member $160 / Not-Yet-Member $190
Instructor:
Shannon Gehen
Supplies:
All Supplies Provided
Register
Youth

Production and Prop Making: Ages 9-15, Full, Please Call

Learn the art of prop and costume creation. This camp will support the Theatre for All camp’s production. Participants will also make their own art to take home.
Date/Time:
Monday-Friday: July 7th-11th, 9am-12pm
Skill Level:
Youth: 9-15
Admission:
CAM Member $160 / Not-Yet-Member $190
Instructor:
Randy Moss
Supplies:
All Supplies Provided
Register
Youth

Watercolor and Colored Pencil Magic: Ages 9-12, Full, Please Call

Discover the endless possibilities of these humble ingredients. Learn all the techniques to achieve realistic and abstract art-making compositions.
Date/Time:
Monday-Friday: July 14th-18th, 9am-12pm
Skill Level:
Youth: ages 9-12
Admission:
CAM Member $160 / Not-Yet-Member $190
Instructor:
Peggy Cleary
Supplies:
All Supplies Provided
Register
Youth

Needle Felting: Teen CAMp

Discover the many creative ways you can use wool fibers and a felting needle to embellish clothes, design jewelry, create wall hangings, postcards and more. Try wet felting and see which one you prefer. Once you start, you might not want to stop. It can be additive and relaxing.
Date/Time:
Monday-Friday: July 14th-18th, 2pm-5pm
Skill Level:
Youth: High School
Admission:
CAM Member $160 / Not-Yet-Member $190
Instructor:
Suzanne Sload
Supplies:
All Supplies Provided
Register
Youth

Color Me Rad! Ages 5-8

Discover how much fun art AND music can be together with Dara from Music Bird Studios. Make and take a symphony of musical instruments in a week filled with color, songs, music making and play!
Date/Time:
Monday-Friday: July 14-18th, 2pm-5pm
Skill Level:
Youth: ages 5-8
Admission:
CAM Member $160/ Not-Yet-Member $190
Instructor:
Dara Kakohnen
Supplies:
All Supplies Provided
Register
Youth

Printmaking Camp: Ages 9-12, Almost Full

Explore and learn foundational printmaking techniques in our summer camp studio. Campers will explore a dynamic week of drawing, carving, stamping, mono printing, silkscreen, papermaking and bookmaking. Students will develop and explore their artistic voice and share meaningful ideas in a socialized group experience.
Date/Time:
Monday-Friday: July 21st-25th, 9am-12pm
Skill Level:
Youth: Ages 9-12
Admission:
CAM Member $160 / Not-Yet-Member $190
Instructor:
Shannon Gehen
Supplies:
All Supplies Provided
Register
Youth

LIVING ART LOUD: Ages 5-8, Almost Full

Let’s explore art in all kinds of ways. We’ll look at and hear about famous artists and explore their styles.
We’ll experiment with all sorts of art media like print making, acrylic painting on canvas, sculpture from found object, mosaic and so much more! The goal is to bring your creativity to life!!

Date/Time:
Monday-Friday: July 21st-25th, 2pm-5pm
Skill Level:
Youth: ages 5-8
Admission:
CAM Member $160 / Not-Yet-Member $190
Instructor:
Brooks Koff
Supplies:
All Supplies Provided
Register
Youth

Drawing Fantasy Creatures: Teen CAMp: Full, Please call

Dragons and Griffins and Cyclopes, oh my! An exploration of fantasy creatures from various sources and how to draw them using real creatures as reference.
Date/Time:
Monday-Friday: July 21st-25th, 2pm-5pm
Skill Level:
Youth: High School
Admission:
CAM Member $160 / Not-Yet-Member $190
Instructor:
Todd Carignan
Supplies:
All Supplies Provided
Youth

Color Me Rad! Ages 5-8

Discover how much fun art AND music can be together with Dara from Music Bird Studios. Make and take a symphony of musical instruments in a week filled with color, songs, music making and play!
Date/Time:
Monday-Friday: July 28th- August 1st, 2pm-5pm
Skill Level:
Youth: ages 5-8
Admission:
CAM Member $160/ Not-Yet-Member $190
Instructor:
Dara Kakohnen
Supplies:
All Supplies Provided
Register
Youth

Making Comics: Teen CAMp

Create characters and stories collaboratively and individually. Pointers on cartooning and the language of storytelling will be discussed. We will also talk about different comic artists and the many genres of comics being produced.
Date/Time:
Monday-Friday: July 28th-Aug 1st, 2pm-5pm
Skill Level:
Youth: High School
Admission:
CAM Member $160 / Not-Yet-Member $190
Instructor:
Todd Carignan
Supplies:
All Supplies Provided
Register
Youth

Alternative Printmaking: Ages 9-12

Learn how to print at home with everyday objects! We’ll use Coca-Cola, veggies, aluminum foil and a LOT of ink!! We will practice alternative methods to learn traditional techniques printmakers and artists use daily to create unique masterpieces. A messy, but fun way to introduce yourself to the world of printmaking!
*heads-up this class is really hands on and messy, so don’t wear your best clothes!!

Date/Time:
Monday-Friday: July 28th-Aug 1st, 9am-12pm
Skill Level:
Youth: ages 9-12
Admission:
CAM Member $160 / Not-Yet-Member $190
Instructor:
Andy Alvarez
Supplies:
All Supplies Provided
Register
Youth

Alternative Printmaking: Age 9-12

Learn how to print at home with everyday objects! We’ll use Coca-Cola, veggies, aluminum foil and a LOT of ink!! We will practice alternative methods to learn traditional techniques printmakers and artists use daily to create unique masterpieces. A messy, but fun way to introduce yourself to the world of printmaking!
*heads-up this class is really hands on and messy, so don’t wear your best clothes!!

Date/Time:
Monday-Friday: August 4th-8th, 9am-12pm
Skill Level:
Youth: 9-15
Admission:
CAM Member $160 / Not-Yet-Member $190
Instructor:
Andy Alvarez
Supplies:
All Supplies Provided
Register
Youth

LIVING ART LOUD: Ages 5-8

Let’s explore art in all kinds of ways. We’ll look at and hear about famous artists and explore their styles.
We’ll experiment with all sorts of art media like print making, acrylic painting on canvas, sculpture from found object, faux stained glass and so much more! The goal is to bring your creativity to life!!

Date/Time:
Monday-Friday: August 4th-8th, 2pm-5pm
Skill Level:
Youth: ages 5-8
Admission:
CAM Member $160 / Not-Yet-Member $190
Instructor:
Brooks Koff
Supplies:
All Supplies Provided
Register
Youth

Contemporary Artists: Ages 5-8

Get ready to dive into the world of contemporary artists. We will learn their style and mindset then develop our own unique style and artworks.
Date/Time:
Monday-Friday: August 11th-15th, 9am-12pm
Skill Level:
Youth: Ages 5-8
Admission:
CAM Member $160 / Not-Yet-Member $190
Instructor:
Anne McCombie
Supplies:
All Supplies Provided
Register
Youth

Sculpture Safari Adventure: Ages 9-12

Embark on an artistic journey with our "Sculpture Safari Adventure" summer camp! Kids will explore the fascinating world of sculpture through hands-on activities, outdoor adventures, and collaborative projects. This camp aims to unleash creativity, teach fundamental sculpting techniques, and inspire young artists to bring their imaginations to life in three dimensions. Materials will include clay, paper mâché, wire and found objects.
Date/Time:
Monday-Friday: August 11th-15th, 2:00pm-5:00pm
Skill Level:
Youth: ages 9-12
Admission:
CAM Member $160 / Not-Yet-Member $190
Instructor:
Anne McCombie
Supplies:
All Supplies Provided
Register
Youth

Alternative Printmaking: Ages 9-12

Learn how to print at home with everyday objects! We’ll use Coca-Cola, veggies, aluminum foil and a LOT of ink!! We will practice alternative methods to learn traditional techniques printmakers and artists use daily to create unique masterpieces. A messy, but fun way to introduce yourself to the world of printmaking!
*heads-up this class is really hands on and messy, so don’t wear your best clothes!!

Date/Time:
Monday-Friday: August 18th-22nd, 9:00AM - 12:00PM
Skill Level:
Youth: Ages 9-12
Admission:
CAM Member $160 / Not-Yet-Member $190
Instructor:
Andy Alvarez
Supplies:
All Supplies Provided
Register
Youth

Sculpture Safari Adventure: Ages 5-8

Embark on an artistic journey with our "Sculpture Safari Adventure" summer camp! Kids will explore the fascinating world of sculpture through hands-on activities, outdoor adventures, and collaborative projects. This camp aims to unleash creativity, teach fundamental sculpting techniques, and inspire young artists to bring their imaginations to life in three dimensions. Materials will include clay, paper mâché, wire and found objects.
Date/Time:
Monday-Friday: August 18th-22nd, 2:00pm-5:00pm
Skill Level:
Youth: ages 5-8
Admission:
CAM Member $160 / Not-Yet-Member $190
Instructor:
Anne McCombie
Supplies:
All Supplies Provided
Register
Youth

Cardboard Camp: Ages 9-12, Full , Please Call

Create animals, food, simple machines, and other creative sculptures with cardboard and other recycled materials. Learn construction skills and expand your creativity by inventing realistic and imaginative objects with the world's most versatile material, cardboard!
Date/Time:
Monday-Friday: July 7th-11th, 2pm-5pm
Skill Level:
Youth: ages 9-12
Admission:
CAM Member $160 / Not-Yet-Member $190
Instructor:
Shannon Gehen
Supplies:
All Supplies Provided
Youth

Clay Camp: Ages 5-8- FULL, Please Call

Campers can create cups, figures, plates, and other creative objects they can imagine during the fun week of creating with clay. During the specialized week of pottery, imagination is unlimited. Currently, this camp is full. Please call 910-726-9490 or email: [email protected] to be placed on the wait list.
Date/Time:
Monday-Friday: July 7th-11th, 9am-12pm
Skill Level:
Youth: ages 5-8
Admission:
CAM Member $160 / Not-Yet-Member $190
Instructor:
Shannon Gehen
Supplies:
All Supplies Provided
Register
Youth

Production and Prop Making: Ages 9-15, Full, Please Call

Learn the art of prop and costume creation. This camp will support the Theatre for All camp’s production. Participants will also make their own art to take home.
Date/Time:
Monday-Friday: July 7th-11th, 9am-12pm
Skill Level:
Youth: 9-15
Admission:
CAM Member $160 / Not-Yet-Member $190
Instructor:
Randy Moss
Supplies:
All Supplies Provided
Register
Youth

Watercolor and Colored Pencil Magic: Ages 9-12, Full, Please Call

Discover the endless possibilities of these humble ingredients. Learn all the techniques to achieve realistic and abstract art-making compositions.
Date/Time:
Monday-Friday: July 14th-18th, 9am-12pm
Skill Level:
Youth: ages 9-12
Admission:
CAM Member $160 / Not-Yet-Member $190
Instructor:
Peggy Cleary
Supplies:
All Supplies Provided
Register
Youth

Needle Felting: Teen CAMp

Discover the many creative ways you can use wool fibers and a felting needle to embellish clothes, design jewelry, create wall hangings, postcards and more. Try wet felting and see which one you prefer. Once you start, you might not want to stop. It can be additive and relaxing.
Date/Time:
Monday-Friday: July 14th-18th, 2pm-5pm
Skill Level:
Youth: High School
Admission:
CAM Member $160 / Not-Yet-Member $190
Instructor:
Suzanne Sload
Supplies:
All Supplies Provided
Register
Youth

Color Me Rad! Ages 5-8

Discover how much fun art AND music can be together with Dara from Music Bird Studios. Make and take a symphony of musical instruments in a week filled with color, songs, music making and play!
Date/Time:
Monday-Friday: July 14-18th, 2pm-5pm
Skill Level:
Youth: ages 5-8
Admission:
CAM Member $160/ Not-Yet-Member $190
Instructor:
Dara Kakohnen
Supplies:
All Supplies Provided
Register
Youth

Printmaking Camp: Ages 9-12, Almost Full

Explore and learn foundational printmaking techniques in our summer camp studio. Campers will explore a dynamic week of drawing, carving, stamping, mono printing, silkscreen, papermaking and bookmaking. Students will develop and explore their artistic voice and share meaningful ideas in a socialized group experience.
Date/Time:
Monday-Friday: July 21st-25th, 9am-12pm
Skill Level:
Youth: Ages 9-12
Admission:
CAM Member $160 / Not-Yet-Member $190
Instructor:
Shannon Gehen
Supplies:
All Supplies Provided
Register
Youth

LIVING ART LOUD: Ages 5-8, Almost Full

Let’s explore art in all kinds of ways. We’ll look at and hear about famous artists and explore their styles.
We’ll experiment with all sorts of art media like print making, acrylic painting on canvas, sculpture from found object, mosaic and so much more! The goal is to bring your creativity to life!!

Date/Time:
Monday-Friday: July 21st-25th, 2pm-5pm
Skill Level:
Youth: ages 5-8
Admission:
CAM Member $160 / Not-Yet-Member $190
Instructor:
Brooks Koff
Supplies:
All Supplies Provided
Register
Youth

Drawing Fantasy Creatures: Teen CAMp: Full, Please call

Dragons and Griffins and Cyclopes, oh my! An exploration of fantasy creatures from various sources and how to draw them using real creatures as reference.
Date/Time:
Monday-Friday: July 21st-25th, 2pm-5pm
Skill Level:
Youth: High School
Admission:
CAM Member $160 / Not-Yet-Member $190
Instructor:
Todd Carignan
Supplies:
All Supplies Provided
Youth

Color Me Rad! Ages 5-8

Discover how much fun art AND music can be together with Dara from Music Bird Studios. Make and take a symphony of musical instruments in a week filled with color, songs, music making and play!
Date/Time:
Monday-Friday: July 28th- August 1st, 2pm-5pm
Skill Level:
Youth: ages 5-8
Admission:
CAM Member $160/ Not-Yet-Member $190
Instructor:
Dara Kakohnen
Supplies:
All Supplies Provided
Register
Youth

Making Comics: Teen CAMp

Create characters and stories collaboratively and individually. Pointers on cartooning and the language of storytelling will be discussed. We will also talk about different comic artists and the many genres of comics being produced.
Date/Time:
Monday-Friday: July 28th-Aug 1st, 2pm-5pm
Skill Level:
Youth: High School
Admission:
CAM Member $160 / Not-Yet-Member $190
Instructor:
Todd Carignan
Supplies:
All Supplies Provided
Register
Youth

Alternative Printmaking: Ages 9-12

Learn how to print at home with everyday objects! We’ll use Coca-Cola, veggies, aluminum foil and a LOT of ink!! We will practice alternative methods to learn traditional techniques printmakers and artists use daily to create unique masterpieces. A messy, but fun way to introduce yourself to the world of printmaking!
*heads-up this class is really hands on and messy, so don’t wear your best clothes!!

Date/Time:
Monday-Friday: July 28th-Aug 1st, 9am-12pm
Skill Level:
Youth: ages 9-12
Admission:
CAM Member $160 / Not-Yet-Member $190
Instructor:
Andy Alvarez
Supplies:
All Supplies Provided
Register
Youth

Alternative Printmaking: Age 9-12

Learn how to print at home with everyday objects! We’ll use Coca-Cola, veggies, aluminum foil and a LOT of ink!! We will practice alternative methods to learn traditional techniques printmakers and artists use daily to create unique masterpieces. A messy, but fun way to introduce yourself to the world of printmaking!
*heads-up this class is really hands on and messy, so don’t wear your best clothes!!

Date/Time:
Monday-Friday: August 4th-8th, 9am-12pm
Skill Level:
Youth: 9-15
Admission:
CAM Member $160 / Not-Yet-Member $190
Instructor:
Andy Alvarez
Supplies:
All Supplies Provided
Register
Youth

LIVING ART LOUD: Ages 5-8

Let’s explore art in all kinds of ways. We’ll look at and hear about famous artists and explore their styles.
We’ll experiment with all sorts of art media like print making, acrylic painting on canvas, sculpture from found object, faux stained glass and so much more! The goal is to bring your creativity to life!!

Date/Time:
Monday-Friday: August 4th-8th, 2pm-5pm
Skill Level:
Youth: ages 5-8
Admission:
CAM Member $160 / Not-Yet-Member $190
Instructor:
Brooks Koff
Supplies:
All Supplies Provided
Register
Youth

Contemporary Artists: Ages 5-8

Get ready to dive into the world of contemporary artists. We will learn their style and mindset then develop our own unique style and artworks.
Date/Time:
Monday-Friday: August 11th-15th, 9am-12pm
Skill Level:
Youth: Ages 5-8
Admission:
CAM Member $160 / Not-Yet-Member $190
Instructor:
Anne McCombie
Supplies:
All Supplies Provided
Register
Youth

Sculpture Safari Adventure: Ages 9-12

Embark on an artistic journey with our "Sculpture Safari Adventure" summer camp! Kids will explore the fascinating world of sculpture through hands-on activities, outdoor adventures, and collaborative projects. This camp aims to unleash creativity, teach fundamental sculpting techniques, and inspire young artists to bring their imaginations to life in three dimensions. Materials will include clay, paper mâché, wire and found objects.
Date/Time:
Monday-Friday: August 11th-15th, 2:00pm-5:00pm
Skill Level:
Youth: ages 9-12
Admission:
CAM Member $160 / Not-Yet-Member $190
Instructor:
Anne McCombie
Supplies:
All Supplies Provided
Register
Youth

Alternative Printmaking: Ages 9-12

Learn how to print at home with everyday objects! We’ll use Coca-Cola, veggies, aluminum foil and a LOT of ink!! We will practice alternative methods to learn traditional techniques printmakers and artists use daily to create unique masterpieces. A messy, but fun way to introduce yourself to the world of printmaking!
*heads-up this class is really hands on and messy, so don’t wear your best clothes!!

Date/Time:
Monday-Friday: August 18th-22nd, 9:00AM - 12:00PM
Skill Level:
Youth: Ages 9-12
Admission:
CAM Member $160 / Not-Yet-Member $190
Instructor:
Andy Alvarez
Supplies:
All Supplies Provided
Register
Youth

Sculpture Safari Adventure: Ages 5-8

Embark on an artistic journey with our "Sculpture Safari Adventure" summer camp! Kids will explore the fascinating world of sculpture through hands-on activities, outdoor adventures, and collaborative projects. This camp aims to unleash creativity, teach fundamental sculpting techniques, and inspire young artists to bring their imaginations to life in three dimensions. Materials will include clay, paper mâché, wire and found objects.
Date/Time:
Monday-Friday: August 18th-22nd, 2:00pm-5:00pm
Skill Level:
Youth: ages 5-8
Admission:
CAM Member $160 / Not-Yet-Member $190
Instructor:
Anne McCombie
Supplies:
All Supplies Provided
Register

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