Camps available for tots and students K-12

The Garrison Art Center has opened registration for its three-week Summer Arts on the Hudson program, now in its 28th year, for children entering kindergarten through eighth grade. Children will paint, draw, sculpt, make books and create pottery during the camp, which runs on weekdays from 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. from June 27 to July 15. (Half days are also available.) The camp ends with a one-hour exhibit of campers’ artwork; the 2016 theme is Animals Around the World.

The cost is $250 per week or $745 for all three weeks. There is a discounted rate for siblings. A deposit is required.

A group of tots gather inspiration (photo provided)
A group of tots gather inspiration (photo provided)

The center also offers a Summer ARTtots for children ages 2 to 4 that runs at the same time for either half or full days. Children two years old or in diapers must be accompanied by an adult. The rate is $250 per week ($175 half day) or $650 for full days for three weeks.

Later in the summer, from July 18 to August 5, the center will host its Summer Art Institute for students entering grades 9 to 12, followed by a two-day exhibit. The cost is $1,095 ($1,045 before May 2) for three weeks.

To register, visit garrisonartcenter.org or call 845-424-3960.

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