creative hangoutS just for you!
Join us for special weekend events for ages 10-17. Meet new friends, make art, play board games & foosball, relax or take time to work on your own projects in a calm environment.
UPCOMING DATES: Aug 8 & 15
PRE-TEEN CHILL: Ages 10-12, 1:30 - 4:30pm (advance enrollment required)
TEEN NIGHT: Ages 13-17, 5:00 - 9:00pm (advance enrollment or pay at drop off)
ABOUT THE EVENT:
Every event includes a variety of projects for students to choose from. Weekly art projects include: Polymer clay figurines and jewelry, beading, patches, costume design and creative mending, headpieces and more. And of course, our studio is always open for independent projects!
These events are designed for students who enjoy a calm, welcoming space where they can create, relax, and connect with other creative young people. To help everyone feel comfortable and protect artwork in progress, we ask participants to move calmly while indoors. Students are always welcome to take breaks in our fenced courtyard.
Our camp dogs Ziggy Stardust and Princess Supernova sometimes attend! They are Japanese chins and love kids.
PROGRAM INFO:
FOOD INCLUDED: Pizza (vegan/gluten free options available), drinks (soda, sparkling water, juice), sweet treats
ADDRESS: 2803 St Claude Ave, New Orleans LA 70117
COST: Sliding scale $10-$30. Food, drinks, art projects included
OPTIONAL PACKING LIST:
Sketchbook - We love seeing your creations!
Board Games - Students are welcome to bring a favorite game to share!
Costume Pieces and Accessories - We have tons of art supplies for you to use - upcycle an old favorite!
SCREEN POLICY:
Pre-Teen Chill is screen free
Teen Night is screen free from 5-8:45pm. From 8:45-9:00pm, we allow students to use screens collaboratively - such as sharing videos with each other, exchanging contact information, showing artwork, etc.
PRE-TEEN SCHEDULE:
1:30 - 2:00: Arrival / Free Time
2:00 - 2:15: Introductions
2:15 - 4:10: Art Projects / Board Games / Free Time *Pizza at 3:30pm
4:10 - 4:30: Clean Up & Sweet Treats
TEEN NIGHT SCHEDULE:
5:00 - 5:45: Arrival / Free Time
5:45 - 6:00: Introductions
6:00 - 8:30: Art Projects / Board Games / Free Time *Pizza at 7pm
8:30 - 9:00: Clean Up & Sweet Treats
HOW TO JOIN:
PRE-TEEN CHILL (ages 10-12):
Advance registration is required
Register HERE (by Thursday at midnight for Saturday events).
A limited number of same-day drop-in spots may be available. If you missed the registration deadline, text Event Coordinator Liz at (205) 907-5412 to check availability before coming. We are unable to accept unannounced walk-ins.
TEEN NIGHT (ages 13-17):
Advance registration is encouraged, but walk-ins are welcome
Register in advance HERE, or join us at the door.
We also accept walk ups for Teen Night
If this is your teen's first Art Camp 504 program, please complete our New Student Registration Form before attending.
IN PERSON PAYMENT METHODS (AGES 13-17 only):
Please write “pre-teen / teen night, student name” in the electronic payment description
Venmo - @artcamp504
Paypal - artcamp504@gmail.com
Cash or Credit Cards - accepted on site
All students must be signed in and signed out by a parent or guardian.
Community Guidelines:
Respect Each Other: Use kind words and actions. Respect different identities. No bullying, teasing, or exclusion
Respect the Space: Treat the building, furniture, and materials with care. Clean up after yourself
Listen to Directions. If something feels unsafe or uncomfortable, let a teacher know
Have Fun & Be Yourself: This is your space to be creative, goofy, thoughtful, and free. Celebrate differences and support each other
ACCOUNTABILITY & REFLECTION:
We take safety and inclusion very seriously. We do not tolerate bullying and we ensure that our space always feels welcoming for everybody.
If someone breaks the community norms:
First Step: Staff will give a reminder
Second Step: Staff will ask the student to take a short break
Third Step: If the behavior continues, staff will contact a parent/guardian, and the student may be asked to leave for the night
