Our Summer Vacation Art Camps Registration will open for everyone on December 19, 2024.
Students entering grades 1-7 spend summer vacation immersed in the arts. New Art’s programs are designed for students interested in developing skills, creativity, and self expression at any ability level. Each week will be packed with possibilities, imagination, and fun as students explore 5 exciting activities each day: 2D, 3D, performing arts, clay, and STEAM.
Have a teen entering grades 7-12? Check out our Teen Summer Art Studios.
Sample Schedule
Students should bring a nut-free lunch, two snacks, and a water bottle. We have refilling stations to replenish water throughout the day.
| 9:00 AM – 9:10 AM | Arrive at the New Art Center, go to assigned group and check in |
| 9:10 AM – 10:10 AM | 3D |
| 10:10 AM – 10:25 AM | Snack |
| 10:25 AM – 11:25 AM | Clay |
| 11:25 AM – 12:20 PM | Lunch and Recess |
| 12:20 PM – 1:20 PM | 2D |
| 1:20 PM – 1:35 PM | Snack |
| 1:35 PM – 2:35 PM | Performance |
| 2:35 PM – 2:50 PM | Snack |
| 2:50 PM – 3:50 PM | STEAM |
| 3:50 PM – 4:00 PM | Rotate back to first classroom for pick up |
| 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM | Extended Day* *Extended Day is an add-on and must be registered for separately |
Things to Know
- Participants must bring a lunch and two snacks each day. No nuts or peanuts please.
- Emergency form information is now collected during the registration process.
- All materials provided; all levels welcome
- There will be supervised outdoor time in Washington Park and New Art’s grounds, weather permitting
- Wear comfortable clothes that you do not mind getting dirty!
- View our policies here.
- Summer program – Register your child for the grade they will be entering in Fall 2025.
- We offer an extended day option for our children’s summer camp for an additional cost.
SUMMER VACATION PROGRAMS
Register your child for the grade they will be entering in Fall 2025.
Families can join or renew membership now to access discounts AND early registration two weeks before registration opens for the general public. Renew or join now to have access to the weeks of your choice! Almost all children’s weeks sold out last year – don’t miss out!
Family level members, remember that in order to get the full 10% discount on 4 weeks of summer art camp or more, you must call the front office at 617-964-3424.
SUMMER EXTENDED DAY PROGRAMS
Can’t make the 4 PM pick up time? Have a teen who won’t be done until 5 PM? Add on our Extended Day program and bump back your pick up time! This option is great for parents with children in both the teen and children’s programs, drive a long way with traffic, work during the day, or just can’t make it for 4 PM!
Save up to 10% with a membership. Learn more.
Be sure to sign up your child for the extended program that aligns with their camp registration.
| WEEK | DATES | TIME | THEME | DESCRIPTION | PRICE | REGISTER |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Week 1 | June 23 – 27 | 9AM – 4PM | Fairy Tales, Folklore, and Fables | Step into a world of magic, wonder, and story books as we explore some of our favorite fantasy tales. Students will use their imaginations to revisit classic stories in new ways, while building on their artistic skills. | $550.00 | Register Here |
| Week 2 | June 30 – July 3 (4 days) | 9AM – 4PM | Botanicals |
Draw leaves, paint flowers, and build trees in this week focused on nature. Take inspiration from the natural world around us and grow your creative and observation skills as we explore textures, line, and form. |
$440.00 | Register Here |
| Week 3 | July 7 – 11 | 9AM – 4PM | Game On! | From board games, to video games, to group games, and sports, we all know how much fun it is to play! In this week, students will have opportunities to create their own games by coming up with their own rules, characters, and concepts. We will use line, color, and shape in this fun-filled week. | $550.00 | Register Here |
| Week 4 | July 14 – 18 | 9AM – 4PM | Around the World | Travel the globe with us as we look at artists and art styles from around the world! Learn about rich histories and traditional arts, and see what modern artists are doing in other countries. How far will your creativity take you? | $550.00 | Register Here |
| Week 5 | July 21 – 25 | 9AM – 4PM | Cartoons and Comics | Our most popular theme week returns for the fourth year! This week will allow students to explore and expand their imaginations, creating comics and narrative worlds. Students will learn illustration, character design, and storytelling while practicing principles of color, shape, line, and form. | $550.00 | Register Here |
| Week 6 | July 28 – August 1 | 9AM – 4PM | Amazing Animals | Dive into the animal kingdom as we get inspired by our furry, fluffy, and feathered friends. Connect with your creative and wild side in this week where we explore shape, texture, and form. | $550.00 | Register Here |
| Week 7 | August 4 – 8 | 9AM – 4PM | Buildings and Cities | Explore architecture and urban design in this week where we will look at iconic cities from around the world. Draw blueprints, construct miniature cities, and build up your artistic skills! We’ll explore line, shape, and form throughout all our projects. | $550.00 | Register Here |
| Week 8 | August 11 – 15 | 9AM – 4PM | Beach Party | Create art inspired by beach fun: rolling waves, shells and sandcastles, sailboats and summer games, picnics and ice cream. Campers will explore different textures, colors, and materials as they create artwork inspired by the seaside. | $550.00 | Register Here |
| Week 9 | August 18 – 22 | 9AM – 4PM | Above and Beyond | Birds, and planes, and spaceships, oh my! This week, we will look to the sky and get inspired by the world above us. We’ll create amazing artwork as we explore the skies. | $550.00 | Register Here |
| Week 10 | August 25 – 29 | 9AM – 4PM | Fabulous Food | This delicious week explores art inspired by the world of food. What does food teach us about our communities and culture? Students will learn how to capture delectable desserts and fresh produce using line, shape, texture, and color. | $550.00 | Register Here |
| WEEK | DATES | TIME | PRICE | REGISTER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Week 1 | June 23 – 27 | 4PM – 5PM | $105.00 | Register Here |
| Week 2 | June 30 – July 3 (4 days) | 4PM – 5PM | $105.00 | Register Here |
| Week 3 | July 7 – 11 | 4PM – 5PM | $105.00 | Register Here |
| Week 4 | July 14 – 18 | 4PM – 5PM | $105.00 | Register Here |
| Week 5 | July 21 – 25 | 4PM – 5PM | $105.00 | Register Here |
| Week 6 | July 28 – August 1 | 4PM – 5PM | $105.00 | Register Here |
| Week 7 | August 4 – 8 | 4PM – 5PM | $105.00 | Register Here |
| Week 8 | August 11 – 15 | 4PM – 5PM | $105.00 | Register Here |
| Week 9 | August 18 – 22 | 4PM – 5PM | $105.00 | Register Here |
| Week 10 | August 25 – 29 | 4PM – 5PM | $105.00 | Register Here |