Q: What does a typical day look like?

8:30am: Early Drop-Off ONLY 9am: Drop off at front doors 9am to 12pm: Campers are in the education studio or in the gallery exploring exhibitions. Snack break at 10am. 12pm to 1pm: Lunch and recess at the park. 1pm to 4pm: Campers are in the education studio or in the gallery exploring exhibitions. Snack break mid-afternoon. 4pm: Pick up at front doors. 4:30pm: Late Pick-Up ONLY

Q: What times are pick-up and drop-off?

Early Drop-Off is at 8:30am Regular Drop-Off is at 9am Regular Pick-Up is at 4pm Late Pick-Up is at 4:30pm The front doors will be locked to the general public until 10am. An AWE staff member will greet you at the front door for check-in and lead them to the 2nd floor Education Studio. For pick-up, the campers will meet parents and guardians at the front door at the main entrance of the gallery.

Q: What should I bring to camp?

Please pack: a peanut-free lunch and snacks a backpack a reusable water bottle outdoor gear (hat, running shoes, sunglasses) a sweater (it gets cold in the gallery!) a smock or apron, a change of clothes (things will get messy!). All art supplies provided but we encourage you to bring a personal sketchbook. Note : Please leave all electronics at home.

Question 1

How do I register?

Accepted Answer

Click on the registration link above to pre-register. Spots are limited. Fill out all the details and submit your form with payment online. You will receive an email confirmation and receipt.

Question 2

What ages are the camp best suited for?

Accepted Answer

We welcome campers between 6 and 12 years old.

Question 3

What will campers learn?

Accepted Answer

The program is led by AWE’s team of Artist Educators and includes both guided and self-guided activities. Our programs include art-making activities in the studio, guided lessons, lunch and snack break and outdoor play. Each PD Day focuses on a different artistic technique and medium, giving participants the chance to learn new skills.

Question 4

What does a typical day look like?

Accepted Answer

8:30am: Early Drop-Off ONLY
9am: Drop off at front doors
9am to 12pm: Campers are in the education studio or in the gallery exploring exhibitions. Snack break at 10am.
12pm to 1pm: Lunch and recess at the park.
1pm to 4pm: Campers are in the education studio or in the gallery exploring exhibitions. Snack break mid-afternoon.
4pm: Pick up at front doors.
4:30pm: Late Pick-Up ONLY

Question 5

What times are pick-up and drop-off?

Accepted Answer

Early Drop-Off is at 8:30am
Regular Drop-Off is at 9am
Regular Pick-Up is at 4pm
Late Pick-Up is at 4:30pm

The front doors will be locked to the general public until 10am. An AWE staff member will greet you at the front door for check-in and lead them to the 2nd floor Education Studio. For pick-up, the campers will meet parents and guardians at the front door at the main entrance of the gallery.

Question 6

What should I bring to camp?

Accepted Answer

Please pack:

a peanut-free lunch and snacks
a backpack
a reusable water bottle
outdoor gear (hat, running shoes, sunglasses)
a sweater (it gets cold in the gallery!)
a smock or apron, a change of clothes (things will get messy!).

All art supplies provided but we encourage you to bring a personal sketchbook. Note: Please leave all electronics at home.

Question 7

Accessibility

Accepted Answer

AWE is fully accessible. Masks are optional while at AWE. Safety measures will be followed. Notify us on your registration form if the camper has an allergy or health concern. We want to ensure the best possible experience!

To inquire about accessibility or accommodations please email Sophie Hinch at shinch@artwindsoressex.ca

Question 8

Cancellations and Refunds

Accepted Answer

All cancellation requests must be received in writing by email to shinch@artwindsoressex.ca. Art Windsor-Essex reserves the right to cancel or combine programs if minimum registrations are not achieved 14 days prior to a camp’s start date. Full refunds will be made in the event of program cancellation.

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