CAMP @ MOCA
DISCOVERY & INSPIRATION DURING SCHOOL BREAKS
MOCA Jacksonville offers spring camp, summer camp, and winter camp, providing kids the chance to dive into the art, artists, and ideas of our time. Children make new friends and learn art techniques in a variety of media through hands-on learning in a fun and engaging environment. Time is spent exploring exhibitions in the galleries and creating in the studios. With the guidance of skilled museum educators, learners are empowered to problem solve through critical thinking, observation, and creative self-expression.
MOCA MEMBERS
MOCA Members at the Family level or above, plus UNF students, faculty, and staff, save 15% on camps at MOCA. Not a member? You can join online to receive benefits like access to exhibition opening events, discounts on classes, camps, and programs, and free parking during your visits.
LOCATION
All Camp sessions are hosted at MOCA Jacksonville located Downtown at 333 North Laura Street. We are across the street from James Weldon Johnson Park and next door to the Main Library.
Contact the Education team at mocaeducation@unf.edu or 904-620-3212 with any questions.
TEEN VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY
Do you have a teen who loves art and needs to fulfill volunteer service hours? MOCA’s Teen Teachers program offers teens ages 15-18 the opportunity to volunteer during Summer Camp @ MOCA.
SUMMER CAMP
Themed weekly camp sessions are available for ages 6-14 throughout the summer! Summer Camp @ MOCA also features weekly movement activities, such as yoga and dance. Regular camp hours are 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. and extended care is available from 8-9 a.m. and 4-5 p.m. at no additional cost. Campers are divided into studios by age group, and each group is capped at 18 students.
Ages 6-8 Stella Studio
Ages 9-11 Warhol Studio
Ages 12-14 Bowie Studio
PRICING
$350 a week | Includes extended care options
Family Level Members and above, plus UNF Students, Faculty, and Staff, save 15% on Camp @ MOCA!
2025 THEMES
Projects will scale and vary between age groups
Week 1: 2D Design, Jun 9-13
This week, campers will be introduced to, and engaged in, various 2-dimensional art activities that focus on drawing, painting, mixed media, & collage.
Week 2: Ceramics & Clay 1, Jun 16-20
Campers will be introduced to ceramics and clay techniques, tools, and firing process and use a mix of ceramic, modeling, and air-dry clay for projects this week. Campers will create original works and do initial bisque firing.
Week 3: Ceramics & Clay 2, Jun 23-27
This week campers will focus on glazing their projects for the previous week or doing all new bisqueware glazing if they are new campers. The primary focus for this week is learning to glaze ceramics and pottery, using different glazing techniques, or even painting techniques that can be used with air dry clay projects. Campers will get the chance to fire glazed ceramics in the MOCA kiln.
Week 4: Figure & Character Drawing, Jul 7-11
This week campers will learn and practice the art of drawing human & animal figures in realistic and stylized ways.
Week 5: Comics & Animation, Jul 14-18
Campers will spend the week exploring sequential art themes, developing storyboards, & creating original comics and zines. Campers will also learn all about the art of Japanese animation generally referred to as anime.
Week 6: 3D Design & Sculpture, Jul 21-25
Campers will be introduced to realistic and abstract hands-on modeling & design techniques using a variety of media and materials. STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, & Mathematics) lessons and activities will be intentionally infused throughout the week!
Week 7: Painting, Jul 28-Aug 1
This will be an entire week dedicated to different painting movements and techniques. Campers will recreate master studies and their own original paintings in the styles of Pop Art, Cubism, Surrealism, Realism, & Abstraction.
Week 8: Art of the Theater, Aug 4-8
Check out our new arts infusion theme! This week, campers will explore the intersections of visual art and theater. Campers will be asked to interpret a story and incorporate aspects such as: set and stage design, no sew costume creation, & prop arrangements. Campers will also be introduced to beginning acting and musical theater. This week will have few take-home projects and will culminate with a performance in the MOCA Theater! Don’t worry if your camper prefers more behind the scenes theater arts, we will have something for everyone.
WINTER CAMP
Details for 2025 will be announced in the Fall.
This daily camp provides kids with fun art activities that explore a variety of arts media to keep them engaged and inspired over Winter Break!
PRICING
Open to K-5 students
9 a.m. - 4 p.m. | $80 per day
Extended Care is from 8-9 a.m. and 4-5 p.m., and is included in the cost.
Family Level Members and above, plus UNF Students, Faculty, and Staff, save 15% on Camp @ MOCA!
SPRING CAMP
Registration for Spring Camp 2025 has closed. Details for 2026 will be announced in the Fall.
March 17-21, 2025
This daily camp provides kids with fun art activities that explore a variety of arts media to keep them engaged and inspired over Spring Break!
PRICING
Open to K-5 students
9 a.m. - 4 p.m. | $80 per day
Extended Care is from 8-9 a.m. and 4-5 p.m., and is included in the cost.
Family Level Members and above, plus UNF Students, Faculty, and Staff, save 15% on Camp @ MOCA!
CAMP CONTACT INFORMATION
Please direct any questions to the Camp Director:
Dr. Alarie Gibbs 904-620-3212
MOCA Front Desk 904-366-6911
The front desk staff can reach camp staff by radio for emergencies.