2024 Summer Camps

Summer Camps at BAM invite kids to stretch their imaginations with exceptional programming and enrichment in a safe, fun, and supportive museum environment. Each week campers explore a theme through art, craft, and design. Campers will experiment with materials, tools, techniques, and processes that enhance the communication of ideas through art. Each week culminates with an art display for families and friends to enjoy.  We look forward to welcoming you and your camper!

Registration for BAM-hosted camps is open now! Available spots could fill up quickly, so make sure to sign up early. 

Modern Art Masters Camp

June 24 - June 28
9 am – *3 pm
Students entering 4th –6th grade

Discover the elements of art and the principles of design that shape modern masterpieces! As we explore our galleries and exhibitions, we'll draw inspiration from other remarkable artists to craft our own distinctive and inspired artwork, using a variety of artistic techniques and mediums.

*After-care is available until 5:30pm.

  • Full Day Camp $450
  • Full Day Camp + Aftercare $555
  • BAM Members Full Day Camp $445
  • BAM Members Full Day Camp + *Aftercare $525

This camp session will be held in-person at BAM (510 Bellevue Way NE Bellevue)

Exploring Sculpting and Animation with Open World by DigiPen

July 15 - July 19
9 am – 4 pm
Ages 6-8

For young learners, expressing themselves through art can be a crucial stage in their development, and the artwork they create at this age often become cherished keepsakes. While they may have plenty of time to practice and improve their craft, it’s never too early to pick up some of the tried-and-true principles of animation and sculpting.

Join DigiPen Open World educators for this introductory workshop at the Bellevue Arts Museum, providing young learners with techniques that will help them bring what they see in their mind into the real world. Instructors will guide campers through the basics of drawing, painting, and sculpting, and help them to then transform their artistic creations into an animated work, using stop-motion and traditional 2D animation.

By the end of the workshop, students will be able to apply their new understanding of design fundamentals to bring all of their future artwork to life.

  • Full Day Camp $750

This camp session will be held in-person at BAM (510 Bellevue Way NE Bellevue)

Please register through the Open World by DigiPen link below:

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Little Artists Camp

August 5 - August 9
9 am – 12:30 pm (Half-day mornings)
Students entering pre-K and Kindergarten ( Ages 4 – 6 )

Join us for a fun morning camp tailored for our youngest artists, where little ones can embark on a sensory journey through creativity! We'll spark imaginations as we explore textures, colors, and shapes inspired by our captivating current exhibition, fostering a love for art in our youngest visitors.

  • Half-day Camp $275
  • BAM Members Half-day Camp $245

This camp session will be held in-person at BAM (510 Bellevue Way NE Bellevue). 

 

Junior Sculptors Camp

August 12 – August 16
9 am – *3 pm
Students entering 1st –3rd grade

Learn all about the world of three-dimensional art as we delve into the captivating works of various sculptural artists! Join us for an exciting week packed with hands-on activities, where we'll experiment with a variety of materials, including papier-mâché, clay, found objects, and more.

*After-care is available until 5:30pm.

  • Full Day Camp $475
  • Full Day Camp + *Aftercare $555
  • BAM Members Full Day Camp $445
  • BAM Members Full Day Camp + *Aftercare $525

This camp session will be held in-person at BAM (510 Bellevue Way NE Bellevue). 

Sponsors

Bellevue Arts Museum youth and family programs are generously supported by its donors and members.