Summer Camps
Art Center of the Bluegrass has a full slate of summer fun planned for kids of all ages! We have full and half-day camps, camps for tweens and teens, and even preschool camps. Below is a complete listing to help you plan your most creative and artistic summer yet! Click on the individual links below for more details on each camp, as well as scholarship information.
FULL-DAY CAMPS
Full-day camps are geared toward kids rising into first through fifth grades and are held Monday through Friday from 9 am to 2 pm. An Art Studio Punch Card can be purchased for $75 to allow kids to stay until 3 pm in our Art Studio maker’s space. Snack Cards are available for $10 for 10 snacks from the snack cart. We will be going on a field trip every Friday this year, including visits to our GLASS Museum, a public art walk, the Norton Center, and more!
Art Lab/STEAM Creators June 2-6
Explore the fusion of science, music, and art! Campers will experiment with sound waves, color reactions, and kinetic art. Interactive projects include coding art, circuits in painting, and 3D structures. REGISTER HERE
Art Skills Bootcamp June 9-13
A deep dive into core techniques like shading, perspective, composition, and mixed media to help young artists refine their craft. REGISTER HERE
Painting Adventures June 16-20
Campers will learn about different painting styles, from watercolor to acrylics, and even try experimental techniques like pouring, resin, mixed media, and murals. REGISTER HERE
Broadway and Brushes: Music & Theatre Camp June 23-27
Dive into the magic of Broadway through acting, music, dance, and hands-on art activities like costume design, set building, props, makeup art, and lighting design. REGISTER HERE
Animal Art Safari July 7-11
Perfect for young wildlife lovers, this camp features animal-inspired art. Campers will learn about textures, patterns, and habitats. REGISTER HERE
Art & Nature July 14-18
Inspired by the outdoors, this camp will incorporate botanical prints, eco-friendly art, and garden-themed creations. REGISTER HERE
Culinary Camp July 21-25
Young chefs will whip up delicious creations while learning kitchen skills, food science, and presentation. Campers will compete in Cupcake Wars, and host a special Tea Party for families. REGISTER HERE
Mixed Media & Mashups July 28 – August 1
Learn about collage, sculpture, fabric arts, and unconventional materials, perfect for experimenting and thinking outside the box. REGISTER HERE
Camp Invention & Upcycling August 4-8
The final week of our summer camps is all about sustainability and creativity, recycling old materials into new masterpieces, and inventing unique functional art. REGISTER HERE
HALF-DAY CAMPS
Our half-day camps are for kids ages 6-12 and are held in the morning or afternoon. Our Jewelry Camp, Pottery Wheel Camp, and Sewing Camp are for kids ages 9-12. Morning sessions are from 9 am to noon. Afternoon sessions are from 1-4 pm.
Dolly & Me – Mornings June 2-6
Bring your Barbie or 18” doll for a fun-filled camp of crafting, accessorizing, and a special tea party to end the week. REGISTER HERE
LEGO & Pixels – Afternoons June 2-6
Build with LEGO, design pixel art, and explore how video games bring pixels to life in this creative, hands-on camp. REGISTER HERE
Pottery Wheel Camp – Mornings June 9-13
Spin, shape, and glaze your own pottery. REGISTER HERE
Fairy Tales – Afternoons June 9-13
Create enchanted castles, mythical creatures, and storybook scenes inspired by favorite fairy tales through painting, sculpting, and creative crafts. REGISTER HERE
Culinary Creations – Mornings June 16-20
Hands-on cooking, decorating, and food-inspired art. REGISTER HERE
Under the Sea – Afternoons June 16-20
Make ocean creature art, mermaids, and bubble paintings. REGISTER HERE
Superhero & Villain Creations – Mornings June 23-27
Design capes, masks, and comic book art. REGISTER HERE
Sewing Camp – Afternoons June 23-27
Learn basic stitches and create simple fabric projects. Participants will make a fiber craft utilizing the sewing techniques in this four-day workshop. REGISTER HERE
Pottery Wheel Camp – Mornings July 7-11
Spin, shape, and glaze your own pottery. REGISTER HERE
Messy Masterpieces – Afternoons July 7-11
Explore splatter painting, mixed media, and sensory art. REGISTER HERE
Handbuilding with Clay – Mornings July 14-18
Create sculpted pieces with texture and carving. REGISTER HERE
LEGO & Pixels – Afternoons July 14-18
Build with LEGO, design pixel art, and explore how video games bring pixels to life in this creative, hands-on camp. REGISTER HERE
Jewelry Making – Mornings July 21-25
Explore beading, wire wrapping, creating clay beads, metal stamping, resin jewelry, and wearable art. REGISTER HERE
Wicked Wizards – Afternoons July 21-25
Design spell scrolls, craft potions, and make wizard gear. REGISTER HERE
Outer Space Adventure – Mornings July 28 – August 1
Paint planets, design aliens, and create space-themed art. REGISTER HERE
Sewing & Fiber Arts – Afternoons July 28 – August 1
Learn embroidery, fabric painting, plushie-making, and Tie Dye. REGISTER HERE
Glow Camp – Mornings August 4-8
Celebrate summer with fun, colorful art projects. REGISTER HERE
End of Summer Art Party – Afternoons August 4-8
A mix of camper favorites with a final art showcase. REGISTER HERE
TWEEN & TEEN CAMPS
Our Tween & Teen camps are for kids ages 12-17. We have planned a variety of more advanced camps for older kids, held at various times.
Pottery Wheel & Handbuilding – June 2 to July 7 (6 weeks) – Weekly on Mondays 2-4 pm
Discover the art of pottery on the wheel in our 6-week class. Learn to throw a cylinder, the base for creations like mugs or succulent bowls. REGISTER HERE
Culinary Camp – June 2-6 – Daily from 4-6 pm
Aspiring chefs explore the art of cooking, learn culinary techniques, and discover the joy of creating delectable dishes in this flavorful camp. REGISTER HERE
Printmaking June 9-13 – Daily from 3-5 p.m
Explore printmaking and learn fun techniques like linocuts, and screen printing. Perfect for teens eager to experiment, express their creativity, and take home their very own printed masterpieces! REGISTER HERE
Sewing and Fiber Art – June 16-20 – Daily from 3-5 pm
Teens will learn the art of sewing, embroidery, and other fiber arts to create unique, handmade pieces. Plus, we’ll wrap up the camp with a fun runway fashion show to showcase all the fabulous creations! REGISTER HERE
Pottery Wheel: Mugs & Cups – July 1-28 (4 weeks) – Weekly on Mondays from 4-6 pm
Learn how to form and create functional ceramics. This hands-on camp is a journey of artistic exploration, where participants mold, shape, and sculpt their imaginations into unique clay creations. REGISTER HERE
PRESCHOOL CAMPS
Our preschool camps are for kids ages 3-5, held every Friday from 10-11:30 am. We have all kinds of hands-on creative activities planned, inspired by ocean creatures, outer space, dinosaurs, and our favorite pets!
June 6 – Rainbow Explorers
Mix colors, paint with rainbows, and create magical, vibrant art! REGISTER HERE
June 13 – Under the Sea
Dive into ocean fun with fish, mermaids, and bubbly blue hues! REGISTER HERE
June 20 – Messy Masterpieces
Splatter, swirl, and explore texture with messy (but fun!) art projects! REGISTER HERE
June 27 – Zoo Animal Art
Roar, stomp, and slither your way through animal-inspired creations! REGISTER HERE
July 11 – Outer Space Adventures
Blast off into creativity with planets, aliens, and shimmering stars! REGISTER HERE
July 18 – Garden Party
Paint flowers, create buzzing bees, and make nature-inspired art! REGISTER HERE
July 25 – Dinosaur Discovery
Stomp like a T-Rex and make dino-rific art with fossils and footprints! REGISTER HERE
August 1 – Ice Cream & Sunshine
Celebrate summer with sweet treats, bright colors, and sunshine fun! REGISTER HERE
August 8 – Paw-some Pals
Join us for a tail-wagging good time filled with creative fun as we explore the world of puppies, kittens, and all our favorite furry friends through art, games, and crafts! REGISTER HERE