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 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
June 10 - August 9
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. Learn more below and register today!
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!
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 show. There 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 | August 5 - 9 | Explore the intersections of Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Mathematics with large scale projects that will be mainly group based. This week will have few individual take home projects, but families can view the artwork and process on our MOCA Camp YouTube Channel.
WINTER CAMP
December 26-29, 2023 and January 2-5, 2024
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
Full Day | 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. | $80 per day
Half Day | 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. | $40 per day
Extended Day | 8-9 a.m. | $10 per day
SPRING CAMP
March 18-22, 2024
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
Full Day | 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. | $80 per day
Half Day | 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. | $40 per day
Extended Day | 8-9 a.m. | $10 per day
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.