JAM CAMP REGISTRATION IS OPEN!
AN UNFORGETTABLE ART EXPERIENCE WITH ART CAMP 504 & JAM NOLA
JAMNOLA is a beacon of the New Orleans community, housing some of the city’s most vibrant and unique art pieces that have left millions of guests in awe over the past six years. Now, it’s our turn to inspire and nurture a new generation of blossoming artists. Pulling inspiration from our 31 installations crafted by over 100+ local artists, we aim to provide a positive and supportive environment for our younger community artists to unleash their creative freedom.
Partnering with the fantastic folks at Art Camp 504, JAMNOLA is committed to fostering a mind-blowing art camp experience unlike any other the city has seen before!
ABOUT JAM CAMP
AGES: 5 - 10
TIME: 9:00am-3:00pm
COST: $100/day
SUMMER SCHEDULE:
June 16: Headdress Making, Ages 7-10
June 17: Headdress Making, Ages 5-7
June 23: Creative Miniatures, Ages 7-10
June 24: Creative Miniatures, Ages 5-7
July 7: Recycled Objects: Parasol Decorating, Ages 7-10
July 8: Recycled Objects: Parasol Decorating, Ages 5-7
July 14: Headdress Making, Ages 7-10
July 15: Headdress Making, Ages 5-7
July 21: Creative Miniatures, Ages 7-10
July 22: Creative Miniatures, Ages 5-7
July 29: Recycled Objects: Parasol Decorating, Ages 7-10
July 30: Recycled Objects: Parasol Decorating, Ages 5-7
SLIDING SCALE: 25% discount available for any families that need financial assistance. No application required. Enter code SLIDING25 and checkout.
HEADDRESS MAKING WITH BIG QUEEN RITA DOLLIS
June 16 & 17, July 14 & 15
Big Queen Rita Dollis is overjoyed to lead a headdress-making class that utilizes Masking Indian skills & techniques. Campers will use feathers, gemstones, glitter strips, and more to construct personalized pieces to take home! She encourages all young artists to arrive comfortably so they can remain engaged with this captivating class!
MEET THE INSTRUCTOR:
Big Queen Laurita "Rita" Dollis (she/her) is a renowned figure in Black Masking Indian Culture, serving for over 35 years as the Big Queen of the Wild Magnolias. As the wife of the late, legendary Big Chief Bo Dallis, she transitioned from sewing suits to pioneering leadership, breaking tradition and reshaping the culture. Rita Dollis has had her handmade suits displayed in museums around the city, such as the Newcomb Art Museum of Tulane and JAMNOLA. She is thrilled to share her artistic techniques with a new generation of artists.
CREATIVE MINIATURES WITH PHOEBE GRACE
June 23 & 24, July 21 & 22
JAMNOLA honors the important people, places, and parts of New Orleans in both massive and miniature installations. We will explore the larger and smaller-than-life exhibits at the museum, and how scale changes the art and our experiences of it. Then we will make our own miniatures to honor a place that is special to us, inspired by the miniature iconic buildings and venues memorialized at JAMNOLA.
MEET THE INSTRUCTOR:
Phoebe Grace (she/her) is a mixed media artist and art teacher based in New Orleans. She makes site-specific & interactive sculptural work, paintings, quilts, drawings, and tattoos within her art practice. She has been teaching art to children, adults, and families since 2021. She currently teaches at the New Orleans Academy of Fine Arts and offers free art classes at the Fred Hampton Free Store. Phoebe is especially interested in public art that connects the community.
PARASOL DECORATING WITH HEIDI JO TAYLOR
July 7 & 8, July 29 & 30
To honor New Orleans heritage (and JAMNOLA’s one-of-kind second line), campers will be guided through a parasol decorating class. We will brainstorm the many ways sustainable materials can transform blank canvases—honoring how we celebrate ourselves, our communities, and our culture. Students will decorate their parasols using sustainable materials such as bottle caps, bubble wrap, cardboard, fruit nets and more to transform their parasol into a one-of-a-kind work of art. The day ends with a parasol fashion show!
MEET THE INSTRUCTOR:
Heidi Jo Taylor (she/her) is an energetic storyteller and multi-media artist. With a special focus on creating art from found materials, she believes in cultivating a fun and safe space where young artists can explore their imaginations sustainably. Heidi loves constructing hands-on projects that encourage students to take creative risks and embrace their unique artistic voices! If you’ve visited JAMNOLA before, you may have seen a parasol or two crafted by Heidi; her most popular one utilized repurposed, royal purple Mardi Gras beads as decoration!
INFO FOR FAMILIES:
ARRIVAL & PICK UP
The JAMNOLA building is painted bright shades of pink, purple, and teal, with the main entrance located underneath a purple awning.
Street parking is permitted. Please refrain from parking in front of our neighbors’ driveways!
All students must be signed in and out by a parent or guardian.
We do not provide before care or after care. Please plan arrival and pick-up times accordingly
PACKING LIST
Water Bottle — We have filtered water available for refills. Please write your child's name on the bottle.
Backpack or Bag — Campers bring completed art projects home at the end of the day. We recommend bringing a backpack or bag to help transport crafts & materials.
Lunch – Campers should pack a lunch daily (We recommend packing any necessary utensils as well). A refrigerator and microwave are available.
Hair Ties/Headbands/Smocks/Backups – Your camper(s) will be hands-on with their art projects, so if you wish to avoid any messes on the ride back home, we recommend packing extra hair ties/clothes/backups for your young artist(s).
IMPORTANT NOTES
Your camper(s) will be engaging with various materials and tools throughout their art instruction. If you wish for your camper(s) to avoid specific materials or tools, please reach out to kaila@jamnola.com
JAMNOLA is an immersive and interactive museum that utilizes bright lights and, at times, multiple music tracks. While we aim to keep our creative space peaceful and focused, we acknowledge that some campers may have sensitivities to these sensations. If you believe your camper(s) will become overstimulated in this environment, we ask you to reach out to kaila@jamnola.com so we can provide them with the best experience possible. Please feel free to pack any materials you believe would benefit your camper(s)’ experience at JAMCamp.
QUESTIONS DURING CAMP?
For more answers to camp and location questions, you can contact onsite supervisor Kaila at kaila@jamnola.com or 504-441-2567 (If a call is not answered, please leave a message, and we’ll get back to you as soon as possible).
For answers to registration questions, please contact Effy at community@artcamp504.org or 504-350-4123
VISIT JAM NOLA
JAMNOLA stands for Joy, Art, Music –New Orleans and takes audiences of all ages on a topsy-turvy stroll through the cultural gems that make the city so special.
Enjoy 30+ exhibits celebrating the iconic art, music, and theatrics of New Orleans, brought to life by over 100 local artists and collaborators.
