Vacation Art Break and Artful Mornings | Education Programs 2024-2025

Calling all young artists, ages six through twelve! Join us at the Albany Institute for fun, hands-on activities led by our museum educators. Prepare to learn new things, experiment with new ideas and connect with new people.

Throughout school breaks and the summer, we will explore the galleries at the Albany Institute and create our own works of arts!

Art Breaks for Ages 6-12

Scroll to the bottom of this page to read weekly camp descriptions and sign up your young artist today!

Ages 9-12 year old 3 day session is from 9:00 AM-12:00 PM each day
Ages 6-8 year old session is Fridays from 9:00 AM-12:00 PM

Cost per three-day session: Tuition includes materials, instruction, and museum admission.  Questions? Email moonj@albanyinstitute.org

  • $90 non-members (Become a member and save! Visit our membership page by clicking here: Membership)

  • $65 AIHA members

Ages 9-12 Artful Mornings Summer Program sessions will take place Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday mornings from 9:00 AM —12:00 PM and will take place in the museum's Art Studio.

Cost per one-day session: Tuition includes materials, instruction, and museum admission.  Questions? Email moonj@albanyinstitute.org

  • $30 non-members (Become a member and save! Visit our membership page by clicking here: Membership)

  • $25 members

Registration for each session will be closed at 9:00 AM the day before the program for administrative purposes.
Refunds: If needed refunds will be issued for a cancellation.

F.A.Q.s

  • The doors to the museum will open approximately 10 minutes before the program's start time.
  • All required materials are included with the registration fee.
  • Please dress for mess!  Smocks/aprons are available, and you're welcome to provide your own if desired.
  • A snack break will be offered (outdoors when the weather is amenable).

REGISTRATION DEADLINES

  • If at least 3 registrations have not been received 1 week beforehand a session will be canceled.
  • Registration for each session will be closed the day before the program for administrative purposes.

December Art Break - The Imaginative and Illuminating World of Illustrators

Albany Institute of History and Art (125 Washington Ave, Albany, NY 12210)

Ages 9-12 Session: December 23rd, 24th, and 26th $90
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Ages 6-8 Session: December 27th $30
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Have you ever wondered what inspires an illustrator? Join us as we explore the world of felt and fairies with the art of Salley Mavor, animals from around the world with the art of Jan Brett, and the adventures of Hitty with the art of Dorothy Lathrop. We will create both two-dimensional and three-dimensional artwork inspired by these three illustrators.  
Please contact Janine Moon with questions: moonj@albanyinstitute.org

December Art Break - The Imaginative and Illuminating World of Illustrators

Albany Institute of History and Art (125 Washington Ave, Albany, NY 12210)

Ages 9-12 Session: December 23rd, 24th, and 26th $90
Register here

Ages 6-8 Session: December 27th $30
Register here

Have you ever wondered what inspires an illustrator? Join us as we explore the world of felt and fairies with the art of Salley Mavor, animals from around the world with the art of Jan Brett, and the adventures of Hitty with the art of Dorothy Lathrop. We will create both two-dimensional and three-dimensional artwork inspired by these three illustrators.  
Please contact Janine Moon with questions: moonj@albanyinstitute.org

February Art Break - Recycled and Reused: Art Out of Everyday Items

Albany Institute of History and Art (125 Washington Ave, Albany, NY 12210)

Ages 9-12 Session: February 18-20 $90
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Ages 6-8 Session: February 21 $30
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Have you ever wondered how Joan Steiner created her real life Look A-Likes™ for her book series? Or how you can use candy wrappers, eggshells, and tea bags to create something beautiful like Ruby Silvious? Are you looking to reuse shipping containers in a unique way like Leigh Wen? Join us this week as we take ordinary everyday materials to make something extraordinary! Please contact Janine Moon with questions: moonj@albanyinstitute.org

April Art Break - Exploring Egyptian Mythology

Albany Institute of History and Art (125 Washington Ave, Albany, NY 12210)

Ages 9-12 Session: April 15-17 $90
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Ages 6-8 Session: April 18 $30
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Join us as we explore three Ancient Egyptian Myths exploring the lives of Osiris, Isis, Anubis, and Tefnut. Each day will start with the dramatic telling of a myth followed by creating artwork inspired by these vibrant Gods and Goddesses using the colors and symbols of the Ancient Egyptians. Please contact Janine Moon with questions: moonj@albanyinstitute.org

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