Kids Create! Summer Art Day Camp
Building Blocks
For first-time kindergartners–offered all three weeks
Join our construction crew as we learn about the Elements of Art and discover how these elements are used in different art careers like Interior Design, Graphic Design, Studio Art, and Production Design! K5 campers will learn about the building blocks of art (line, color, shape, etc.) and use them to create fun artworks related to artistic career fields.
Note: K5 campers must turn 5 years old by September 1, 2026
Fee (includes daily instruction, art supplies, and snack): Museum Members: $95 | Non-Members: $99
Creative Pathways
For rising 1st—6th grade (ages 6-12)–offered all three weeks
What do you want to do when you grow up? Come along with us as we explore Graphic Design, Studio Art, Interior Design, and Production Design. Together we’ll learn about the essentials of these artistic careers and combine those tools with our own creativity to craft unique artworks. The week will be filled with interactive lessons, art activities, games, snacks, and even a backstage pass to Rodeheaver Stage, BJU’s center for dramatic productions, to learn more about art jobs behind the curtain!
Fee (includes daily instruction, art supplies, and snack): Museum Members: $95 | Non-Members: $99
From Concept to Curtain Up
For 6th-8th grade (ages 12-14)–offered weeks of June 8 and 15
Lights, Camera, Action! Have you ever wondered who gets to design the visual effects for theatrical plays and film? Summer campers will explore that question and discover how the elements of art and principles of design are integrated into the creation of sets, costumes, lighting, and even the movement of actors on a stage or film set. Through engaging lessons, guest speakers, games, art projects, and collaborative design opportunities, we’ll exercise your child’s creative muscles throughout the week while building up to our immersive backstage tour of BJU’s Rodeheaver Stage!
Fee: $125 (includes daily instruction, art supplies, and snack)
Registration will open January 2026.
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Location: Bob Jones Academy (on the campus of Bob Jones University)
Time: 9:30AM — Noon, daily
Camp Weeks for 2026:
- June 1-5
- June 8-12
- June 15-19
On Fridays:
Each week of camp culminates on Friday with a special speaker and an art exhibition showcasing the campers’ creative, beautiful works of art. Students, parents, and families are invited to attend the Friday Art Exhibition and Reception at the end of Kids Create! each week.
Time: Fridays at 11 AM (June 5, 12, and 19)
Location: Lobby of Rodeheaver Auditorium, campus of Bob Jones University
Kids Create! summer art day camp is part of Arts Encounter, M&G’s K-12 arts programming.
