Join us June 15 - August 14, 2026 for Summer Workshops for young artists in grades 1 - 12

Join Artspace in 2026 for 8-weeks of fun and creativity during our Summer Art Program for rising Grades 1-12! We offer week-long summer art workshops in various mediums, taught by professional artists, who lead students in the creative process, encourage exploration, and produce one-of-a-kind projects! While creating, students have the opportunity to meet working artists and view exhibitions from national and regional exhibiting artists in our unique facility in downtown Raleigh.

Daily Schedule

Drop Off: 8:30am – 9am
Morning Classes: 9am – 12pm
Lunch + Early Pick Up: 12pm – 1pm
Afternoon Classes: 1pm – 4pm
Pick Up: 4pm – 4:30pm

Registration

Registration begins February 5th for Artspace members, and February 19th for non-members.

Register online, in person, or by phone at (919) 821.2787. Online registration is recommended. Paper registration forms can be mailed upon request. Artspace accepts exact cash (in person only), check, Mastercard, Visa, Discover, and American Express.

Registrations for summer classes will close on Wednesday prior to the start of that class. Please email Danny Peña, Director of Education + Community Programs, at dpena@artspacenc.org with any questions.

Pricing

Per 3 hour camp: $160 members // $182 non-members

Scholarships

Artspace offers need-based scholarships for our Summer Arts Program. Each summer, Artspace offers up to 60 financial need-based scholarships to students living and attending school in Wake County to participate in our Summer Art Programs. We ask any families requesting a scholarship to submit a letter with your application detailing how your child/children will benefit from participating in Artspace’s Summer Art Program. We hope and trust that families who truly need assistance will apply. Scholarships are limited and awarded on a first-come, first served basis.

Scholarships will cover the 90% of the cost of a half day or full day of camp for one week. Families will pay the remaining $18.20 (half day) or $36.40 (full day). Full day scholarship recipients will receive lunch every day free of charge from our lunch vendor sponsor (vegetarian options available). Scholarship nominations will open on February 5.

Special Offers

Discounted pricing for Artspace Members
Early bird registration extra discount: Members-only registration is February 5-18, and you’ll save an additional $30 off each camp when you register during this time (only $130/camp vs. $160!).
Summer Art Camp Registration opens to the public February 19. Reserve your student’s spot now as space is limited!

Not a member? Take advantage of early registration and member discounts by joining today! Questions on memberships? Contact Development Manager, Nathalie Ray at nray@artspacenc.org. Artspace Memberships are valid for all adults and children in your household. When registering for Summer Camp with a member discount, only one membership is required per family.

Cancellation, Refunds, + Rescheduling

Rescheduling

We ask parents to carefully consider which dates they select. The option to reschedule is not guaranteed.

If Artspace cancels a class:

Artspace reserves the right to cancel a class at least 10 days prior to the start date if minimum enrollment is not met. If we cancel a class, you will receive a full refund.

If you cancel enrollment:

60 or more days prior to the start date, you will receive a full refund of class cost.
At least 30 calendar days prior to the start date, you will receive a 50% refund of class cost.
No refund will be given for cancellations less than 30 calendar days before the start of any class.

*Credit card processing fees will not be refunded*

Drop Off + Pick Up

Drop Off

Parents are required to bring their child into the Artspace lobby daily before class to sign them in. Parents of children 14+ may sign a waiver during registration allowing for self-check in. For the safety of your children, curbside drop-off in front of the building or across the street is not allowed. Artspace will not be responsible for your child’s safety under such circumstances.

Pick Up

Parents and guardians are expected to pick up their child promptly. During pick up, you will sign your child out in the Artspace lobby and will be required to show an ID. Any adult not listed as a Sign Out Person (SOP) will not be allowed to check out the child. Parents of children 14+ may sign a waiver during registration, allowing for self-check out. There is a $5 late fee charge for each 5 minutes after the designated pick up time. Repeated instances of late pick up will result in dismissal from the program with no refund.

Lunch

This year’s lunch vendor is a Place at the Table!

Staying all day but don’t want to pack a lunch? Order a lunch from our lunch vendor! Details and order form will be sent with your confirmation packet after registration. Vegetarian options are available.

Location + Parking

Artspace is located at 201 East Davie Street in downtown Raleigh’s City Market area.
For drop off/pick up, you can temporarily park on Davie Street but keep in mind on-street parking is enforced Monday-Friday from 8am-6pm.
There is a paid parking lot located at the corner of Martin + Person Streets or you can use this Downtown Raleigh Parking Map to find other parking locations.

Accessibility

As part of our mission, Artspace strives to be accessible and welcoming to youth with disabilities. If you have an accommodation request or questions regarding inclusion, please contact Danny Peña, Director of Education + Community Programs, at dpena@artspacenc.org or (919) 821-2787.

Mark Your Calendars

Although you will receive an email confirmation, please be sure to mark the dates and the name of the class on your calendar.

One Month Reminder Emails

Parents will receive an email with the subject line “Artspace | Your Camp Is Coming Up!” one month before your student’s camp begins. This email will contain the most up-to-date information about your student’s upcoming class including class schedule, check-in/out procedures, parking + location, lunch order forms, and more.

Questions?

Questions? Please take a moment to read our FAQs here. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Danny Peña, Director of Education + Community Programs, at dpena@artspacenc.org.

Health + Safety Policy

Artspace requires staff and program participants to meet the following health screening criteria to participate in programming.

If staff, instructors, interns, volunteers, or students are experiencing illness or COVID-19 symptoms, they will kindly be asked to leave the building. Students showing signs of illness or COVID-19 should be kept at home.

The health and wellbeing of our students, instructors, staff and volunteers at Artspace are of utmost importance. Artspace will communicate with families if a staff member, instructor, intern, volunteer, or student within their child’s group has been diagnosed with COVID-19.

Eligible to Participate

No symptoms of COVID-19
No contact with someone diagnosed with COVID-19 within the last 14 days

Ineligible to Participate

Diagnosed with COVID-19
Felt ill or experienced any of the symptoms of COVID-19 listed on the CDC’s website
Been in close contact with someone who has been diagnosed, showing symptoms of, or confirmed exposure to COVID-19

If your child has tested positive for COVID-19

People with COVID-19 should isolate for 5 days and if they are asymptomatic or their symptoms are resolving (without fever for 24 hours), follow that by 5 days of wearing a mask when around others to minimize the risk of infecting people they encounter.