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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. 

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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. 

Teen Teachers Information

 

 

WINTER CAMP

December 23, 26, 27, 30 and January 2, 3 

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!

 

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SPRING CAMP

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!

 

 

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SUMMER CAMP

June 10 - August 9, 2024 // 2025 DATES WILL BE ANNOUNCED IN THE SPRING

Themed weekly camp sessions are available for ages 6-14 throughout the summer! 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 

This year, Summer Camp @ MOCA will feature weekly activities with local partners Jacksonville Dance Theatre and Yoga 4 ChangeBoth will provide weekly movement activities to all campers throughout the eight weeks of camp. Jacksonville Dance Theatre will hold 45 minute classes on Wednesdays and Yoga 4 Change will join camp on Thursdays for 30 minute classes. 

 

PRICING 

$350 a week | Includes extended care options

Family Level Members and above, plus UNF Students, Faculty, and Staff, save 15% on Camp @ MOCA!

 

2024 THEMES

Projects will scale and vary between age groups 

Ceramics & Sculpture | June 10 - 14 | Learn to work with clay and other materials to create dynamic three-dimensional artwork  

Classical Drawing & Painting | June 17 - 21 | Join in and learn the classical foundations of drawing and painting with a focus on building skills and technical approaches. 

Collage & Printmaking | June 24 - 28 | Create unique artwork using paper, magazines, & digital images along with various style of printmaking

Illustration & Sequential Art | July 8 - 12 | Campers will be exposed to the principles of illustrative art and practice storytelling through comics, cartooning, zines, & graphic novels.  

Fabric, Fibers, & Costume Design | July 15 - 19 | An exciting week of learning to work with fibers, fabrics, & other textiles to create original artwork. Campers will also be introduced to no-sew costume designing!

Experimental Drawing, Painting, & Design | July 22 - 26 | Campers will create unique artworks that combine traditional techniques with exploration and unusual materials. 

Murals, Installations, & Curations | July 29 - Aug 2 | Create murals & installations within the walls of MOCA and develop curatorial skills by creating a student art showThere will be only a few take home projects this week because students will work together! The artwork and the process of creating those works can be seen on our MOCA Camp YouTube Channel. Parents will also be invited to view the student exhibition at the end of this week. 

STEAM Week | Aug 5 - 9 | Explore the intersections of Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Mathematics with large scale projects that will be mainly group basedThis week will have few individual take home projects, but families can view the artwork and process on our MOCA Camp YouTube Channel. 

 

CAMP CONTACT INFORMATION

Please direct any questions to the Camp Director:

Dr. Alarie Gibbs 904-620-3212

alarie.gibbs@unf.edu

 

MOCA Front Desk 904-366-6911

The front desk staff can reach camp staff by radio for emergencies.