Join us for camp at the MAC
The MAC’s camps are based on the philosophy that young people benefit from hands-on learning experiences that combine an appreciation for the arts and science with respect for and understanding of the world around them. It is the mission of our dedicated and experienced staff to promote creative talent, cultivate a sense of wonder, and foster an enthusiasm for exploration of the natural world.
Summer Camp
Summer camps are offered from June–August 2020 and include one-day and week-long camps for grades 2–5 and Junior Camp Counselor-in-Training for grades 6–7. All camps are tied to our summer exhibitions. Registration is on hold as we monitor the COVID19 situation and comply with state and local orders and guidelines.
Registration is on hold as we monitor the COVID19 situation and comply with state and local orders and guidelines.
One-Day Camps
Get Messy Camp
- Session One: 2nd-3rd grades
- Session Two: 4th-5th grades
June 24 July 22, and/or August 12
9 am–2 pm
Cost: $45 members, $50 non-members
Get messy with hands-on art making fun! Discover your creative side without any worry about making a mess! Squish, splatter, and stomp your way into art as you explore printing, painting, and clay molding. Explore the MAC’s exhibits.
Blow Your Top Camp
- Session One: 2nd-3rd grades
- Session Two: 4th-5th grades
June 25, 2020
9 am–2 pm
Cost: $45 members, $50 non-members
Dig into the world’s stories and myths around volcanoes, as we paint, build, and blow up some of our own.
A Good Impression Camp
- Session One: 2nd-3rd grades
- Session Two: 4th-5th grades
July 9, 2020
9 am–2 pm
Cost: $45 members, $50 non-members
Split light and spatter color—from prisms to paint—we’ll construct, draw, paint and play with color!
These camps are not a series. Register for each day separately.
Week-Long Camps
Each week-long camp includes a tour of the galleries and the historic Campbell House. Campers will create their own hand-designed portfolios and screen printed t-shirts as keepsakes from their unique summer experience! Before and after care available for an additional fee.
Black Cauldrons & Ruby Slippers Camp
- Session One: 2nd-3rd grades
- Session Two: 4th-5th grades
July 13–16, 2020
9 am–4 pm
Cost: $180 members, $200 non-members
What do colors mean in storytelling? Campers will dive in to the colors in their favorite adventures and create a book of illustrations to take home.
Nature-Made Camp
July 27-31, 2020
9 am–4 pm
Cost: $180 members, $200 non-members
What art supplies can you find in your backyard? In this camp, we’ll find inspiration in Native American art, using supplies from the great outdoors, including printmaking, dyeing and weaving, and bead work.
Junior Camp Counselors-in-Training (Jr CIT)
6th and 7th grades
July 13–16
July 27-31
9 am–4 pm
Cost: $180 members, $200 non-members
Gain experience assisting with summer camps at the Museum. Develop team-building, mentorship, communication, and leadership skills. Camp activities may include crafts, songs, games and nature exploration. Jr. CITs will support 2nd and 3rd grade campers.