April 7, 2025 (WEST PALM BEACH, Fla.) – The Armory Art Center is preparing for an art-filled summer at its historic West Palm Beach campus—bringing back its popular Summer Art Camp, this time with a new camp option for preschoolers!
Running June 2-Aug. 8, 2025, the Armory’s summer campswill give students ages 3-17 the chance to enjoy fun, educational art workshops in a safe, nurturing environment.
Camps will lead young artists through themed projects inspired by cultures around the world, history throughout the ages, and various mediums. Campers will discover the work of renowned artists, experiment with different materials, and try new techniques to hone their skills.
Full-day camps are available for ages 51/2 to 12, and half-day art intensives are open to teens ages 13-17. New this year: the Armory Art Center is offering a half-day preschool camp, along with a bi-weekly exhibition—giving students ages 3-12 the opportunity to showcase their creations to loved ones and caregivers.
The Armory will also host a free open house on Thursday, April 24 (4:30-6:30 p.m.). The special event will give students and their caretakers an up-close look at the many exciting activities that campers can take advantage of when they register. Light refreshments and tours will be offered.
Scholarships are available for all ages. Visit armoryart.org for more details or to register.
Camp Details
Preschool Camp (ages 3-5)
June 2-Aug. 8, 2025, Monday-Friday, 9am -12pm
Young artists will embark on a creative journey that combines art, exploration, and developmentally appropriate activities. Each session is carefully crafted to foster imagination, creativity, and fine motor skills, while introducing children to various art techniques and materials. Each week, campers will cross the globe, learning along with older campers as they traverse the continents on Earth and learn about other cultures, art styles, and periods of history in this half-day camp.
Cultural Art Camp (ages 51/2 -12)
June 2-Aug. 8, 2025, Monday-Friday, 9am-3pm (extended care available)
Budding artists will journey around the globe and throughout history during our Cultural Art Camps. Led by seasoned teaching artists, campers will attend two different studio classes, allowing them to explore various media and projects throughout the day and understand the rich traditions, artworks, and histories of cultures around the world.
Preschool and Cultural Art Camps Schedule:
- Session 1: June 2-13: South and Central America
- Session 2: June 16-27: European Art Adventures
- Session 3: June 30-July 11: Latin Adventures (no class July 4)
- Session 4: July 14-25: Asian Art Adventures
- Session 5: July 28-Aug. 8:African Art
Teen Art Intensives (ages 13-17)
June 2-Aug. 8, 2025, Monday-Friday, 1-4pm This two-week program offers an immersive experience focusing on a different medium or construction technique each session. Whether you’re ready to enhance your skills or explore new techniques, this camp provides the perfect environment to grow as an artist.
Teen Intensive Schedule:
- Session 1: June 2-13: Portfolio Development or Wheel Throwing
- Session 2: June 16-27: Drawing or Handbuilding
- Session 3: June 30-July 11: Painting or Sculpture (no class July 4)
- Session 4: July 14-25: Mixed Media or Textiles
- Session 5: July 28-Aug. 8: Screen-printing or Jewelry
Camps run June 2-Aug. 8, 2025. Visit armoryart.org for more details or to register.
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About the Armory Art Center:
Having served the community for over 30 years, the Armory Art Center’s art school and galleries provide creative opportunities to enhance your life. The mission of the Armory Art Center is to inspire the creation and experience of art and the Armory Art Center’s vision is to be the leading community resource for arts education. Serving over 3,000 students annually, the Armory Art Center offers 160 courses per term in six terms throughout the year to students ranging in age from preschool to retiree. Classes in drawing, painting, photography, jewelry, fiber & textiles, ceramics, and sculpture are held in 12 state-of-the-art studios. Twelve exhibitions are hosted annually in three galleries. The Armory’s exhibitions, lectures, and special events are open to the public.
The Armory is proud to have been the recipient of several awards in recent years, including The Palm Beach Post’s Best of Palm Beach County (2022 Best Art Gallery), Chamber of Commerce of The Palm Beaches (2021 Nonprofit of the Year), The Flamingos: Florida Weekly’s Best Awards (2021 Best Place to Create Art), the Cultural Council for Palm Beach County’s Muse Awards (2020 Legacy Award) and more.
For information, visit www.armoryart.org or call (561) 832-1776. The Armory Art Center is located at 811 Park Place, West Palm Beach, Fla., 33401.