Summer Camps
Looking for the perfect way to spark your child’s creativity this summer? The Wiregrass Museum of Art is excited to host Dothan’s Messiest Art Camps, offering a unique blend of fun, learning, and artistic exploration. These camps promise unforgettable experiences designed to inspire young minds.
Read a Little Art a Lot!
June 2, 2025 – June 6, 2025
9am – 12pm
Ages: 5-8
Price: $55 for members; $65 for not-yet members
Love reading? Love art? Then this camp is for YOU! We will start each day with story time and then Kylie Parker will help you create a project inspired by that story. Campers will work in several different artistic mediums and styles during this week-long camp that will help them stretch their artistic abilities and celebrate their love for reading!
Art Exploration
June 9, 2025 – June 13, 2025
9am – 12:00 pm
Ages: 5-8
Price: $55 for members; $65 for not-yet members
Exploring is fun. Exploring art and making a mess at the same time is SUPER fun! In Art Explorations, Kylie Parker will introduce her campers to different artists and mediums. Campers will also get to learn about some of the pieces in WMA’s collection. This camp is designed for beginning art students but is open to all.
Fiber Fanatics
June 16, 2025 – June 20, 2025
9am – 12pm
Ages: 8-12
Price: $45 for members; $55 for not-yet members
Ever been curious about sewing, weaving, or cross stitching? Janin Wise will teach campers basic sewing techniques and other fiber arts related skills during this week long camp. This camp is a great way for students to improve their motor skills and learn about the wonders of fiber arts.
Artventures
June 23, 2025 – June 27, 2025
1pm – 4pm
Ages: 12 – 15
Price: $45 for members; $55 for not-yet members
This week-long camp invites young artists to become architects, curators, artists, and art critics as they create, display, and engage with a diverse range of artistic works. During this week, students will create their own miniature museum. Students will have a chance to see the behind the scenes work that goes into curating and installing a show. They will also have the opportunity to tour our permanent collection and get to know our museum staff.
KILN IT: Intro to Ceramics
July 7, 2025 – July 11, 2025
1pm – 4pm
Ages: 12-15
Price: $75 for members; $85 for not-yet members
Dig your hands into some clay and see what you create! Austin Smith will lead campers through natural clay projects that are sure to spark their creativity. Appropriate for all levels of expertise.
Note: Ceramic pieces can be picked up from July 25 – August 9th. WMA is not responsible for any projects not picked up after the designated dates.
Drawing 101: Fabulous Fashion
July 14, 2025 – July 18, 2025
9am – 12pm
July 14-18 | 9am – 12pm
Ages: 8-12
Price: $45 for members; $55 for not-yet members
Come explore the fantastic world of fashion illustration with instructor Robin Johnston! Students will learn about the art of fashion throughout the ages and create their own collection of original designs in a variety of mediums and styles.