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After-school + GCS holidays

Parents and caregivers need help, and kids will have more fun with us!

Students in grades K-5 love our Art in the Afternoon after-school art-based childcare program, and the same energy abounds at our spring break and teacher in-service day sessions. If you're a working parent (or your child just loves the arts!), we will fill your child's day with creativity and fun. Check the calendar listings below for more details about our after-school program and sessions we're planning for spring break and other Guilford County Schools holidays/teacher in-service days.

For more information or to ask any questions, please EMAIL US or call us at (336) 333-7475.

Upcoming events

  • Art in the Afternoon 2024-2025 Registration Now Open

    • Friday, May 17, 2024
    • 2:30 PM
    • Monday, September 01, 2025
    • 6:00 PM
    • 4th Floor Greensboro Cultural Center, 200 N. Davie St, Greensboro, NC 27401
    • 15
    Register

    Art in the Afternoon: An Arts-Based After-School Program

    Art in the Afternoon is back.  We are SO excited to welcome back our friends in Kindergarten through 5th grades for afternoons filled with art and fun!  Here is what you need to know:

    Space is limited. Once the limit is reached, you may be added to the waiting list by clicking on "Register."  You will be given the option to add your information.  We will contact you via email and/or telephone if a space becomes available.  Spaces will be filled in the order registrations are received. 


    • Registration for current Art in the Afternoon students is open now.
    • Registration will open to the general public for students in Kindergarten through 5th grade for school year 2024-2025 beginning  June 7, 2024.
    • The program runs 5 days per week, Monday through Friday.  At this time we are not able to offer part-time enrollment.
    • Annual tuition is $3,250  This fee covers the entire school year.  Parents may choose to pay in one lump sum or may enroll in our auto-pay option to pay in 10 equal installments of $325 each.  
    • A snack is provided each afternoon.
    • Students who arrive by 3:30 p.m. will be given the opportunity to work on homework or have "free create" time.  At least 1 hour of art instruction is provided each day, as well as outdoor time (weather-permitting), and structured play time.
    • Students will be divided by age groups.
    • Curriculum includes a wide range of artistic media, art history, and technique.
    • Transportation is available to TESG students by the school.
    • Transportation is available to Guilford County Schools students through the GCS transportation office.  We are on the Lindley Elementary bus route, and magnet schools will bus students to the Cultural Center as well.  Our staff will meet all students outside at the bus stop on Davie St.  CVA is not able to offer transportation at this time.  It is the parents' responsibility to coordinate transportation with the GCS transportation office or secure private transportation.  GCS typically requires at least 2 weeks to add students to a bus route. 
    • Pick-up time is no later than 6 p.m.
    • Scholarships may be available.  Please complete a scholarship application to be considered.


    Questions? Email create@mycvagreensboro.org.

     A $50 non-refundable registration fee is due when you register.  Registrants will be sent an invoice for the first installment payment after your registration is received.  The first installment payment is due no later than August 25, 2024, at 11:59 p.m.  Any invoices not paid by that date and time will be voided, and the registration will be canceled.



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  • Homeschool Art Offerings Information Request

    • Thursday, September 26, 2024
    • Sunday, September 27, 2026
    • 294
    Register

    If you would like to be contacted for more information about CVAs art offering for private, small group, homeschool groups, field trips experiences, etc, please click on the "register" button on this page.

    Give us your name and email, and we will get in touch as soon as possible.  

    We can individualize most programming to meet the needs of your group.

    Please email Jenn Romero at jennr@mycvagreensboro.org or  create@mycvagreensboro.org with any questions.


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  • Birthday Party and Art Party Information Request

    • Tuesday, October 01, 2024
    • Friday, October 02, 2026
    • 300
    Register

    Looking for a Fun and Creative Birthday Party?

    CVA offers themed birthday parties in our 4th-floor art studios, perfect for your little artist! We provide all the materials and instruction, ensuring that your child and their friends create original artwork to take home as meaningful party favors.

    Our parties include:

    • Price - $300 for up to 8 participants; $25 for each additional guest (maximum of 15).
    • Duration - 2 hours of fun—approximately 1 hour for art-making and 1 hour for food and gifts.
    • Experienced Instructor - all necessary art supplies, a CVA shirt for the guest of honor, and a printable PDF invitation.

    What to Bring - Food, decorations (no helium-filled balloons, please), plates, napkins, utensils, and candles (if using).

    Parking - Conveniently park in the Church St. parking deck adjacent to the Greensboro Cultural Center—it's free on weekends! If there's a paid event at the Tanger Center, we’ll provide a parking pass for your guests.

    Don’t wait—reach out today to schedule your special day!

    For questions or to book your party, please email create@mycvagreensboro.org. We can’t wait to help you celebrate!

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  • Summer Camp 2025 Mailing List

    • Tuesday, November 19, 2024
    • Friday, November 20, 2026
    • 361
    Register


    If you would like to be contacted when registration for CVA's 2025 Summer Camps opens, please click on the "register" button on this page. Give us your name and email, age of your child, art programs you are interested in, and we will notify you when more information is available.

    We will run 9 weeks of programs this year from June 16- August 15

    Please email education@mycvagreensboro.org with any questions.

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  • Art in the Afternoon 2025-2026 Mailing List

    • Saturday, March 08, 2025
    • Tuesday, March 31, 2026
    • 597
    Register

    Art in the Afternoon: An Arts-Based After-School Program

    We are already preparing Art in the Afternoon for the 2025-2026 school and we are SO excited to welcome new and returning friends in Kindergarten through 5th grades for afternoons filled with art and fun!  Here is what you need to know:

    When registration opens, space will be limited- Once the limit is reached, you may be added to the waiting list by clicking on "Register."  You will be given the option to add your information.  We will contact you via email and/or telephone if a space becomes available.  Spaces will be filled in the order registrations are received. 

    • Registration for current Art in the Afternoon students will open in April.
    • Registration will open to the general public for students in Kindergarten through 5th grade for school year 2025-2026 beginning  June 2, 2025.
    • The program runs 5 days per week, Monday through Friday.  At this time we are not able to offer part-time enrollment.
    • Annual tuition is $3,250  This fee covers the entire school year.  Parents may choose to pay in one lump sum or may enroll in our auto-pay option to pay in 10 equal installments of $325 each.  
    • A snack is provided each afternoon.
    • Students who arrive by 3:30 p.m. will be given the opportunity to work on homework or have "free create" time.  At least 1 hour of art instruction is provided each day, as well as outdoor time (weather-permitting), and structured play time.
    • Students will be divided by age groups.
    • Curriculum includes a wide range of artistic media, art history, and technique.
    • Transportation is available to TESG students by the school.
    • Transportation is available to Guilford County Schools students through the GCS transportation office.  We are on the Lindley Elementary bus route, and magnet schools will bus students to the Cultural Center as well.  Our staff will meet all students outside at the bus stop on Davie St.  
    • CVA is not able to offer transportation at this time.  It is the parents' responsibility to coordinate transportation with the GCS transportation office or secure private transportation.  GCS typically requires at least 2 weeks to add students to a bus route. 
    • Pick-up time is no later than 6 p.m.
    • Scholarships may be available.  Please complete a scholarship application to be considered.


    Questions? Email create@mycvagreensboro.org.

     A $50 non-refundable registration fee is due when you register.  Registrants will be sent an invoice for the first installment payment after your registration is received.  The first installment payment is due no later than August 24, 2025, at 11:59 p.m.  Any invoices not paid by that date and time will be voided, and the registration will be canceled.

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  • Art in the Afternoon Scholarship Application 2025-2026

    • Wednesday, April 16, 2025
    • Friday, August 01, 2025
    • 11:59 PM
    Register

    At this  time we have limited funds for partial scholarships.  Please click on "register" at the bottom left of the page in order to complete the scholarship application.  You will need the following information:

    For Merit-Based Scholarships: Three Images of  your work in jpg or pdf format, 2 letters of recommendation from instructors/supervisors, and a personal statement about what the camper hopes to gain from their time at summer art camp

    For Need-Based Scholarships:  A statement indicating financial need, total household gross annual income and family size, list of total monthly income versus monthly expenses (which may include any unforeseen expenses such as medical bills, etc). and how this scholarship/art camp will benefit your child.  Additionally, we need a letter of recommendation from someone who is not a family member (teacher, principal, minister, neighbor, supervisor, etc).

    Please note:  The application deadline for scholarships will be August 1, 2025. 

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  • Introductory Drawing Course

    • Saturday, April 26, 2025
    • 1:00 PM
    • Saturday, May 17, 2025
    • 2:30 PM
    • The CVA Gallery, 200 N Davie St, Suite 13, 2nd floor
    Registration is closed


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  • 100x100 2025 Event - Early Access Ticket

    • Friday, May 02, 2025
    • 5:00 PM
    • The Gallery at the CVA
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  • First Friday Parents' Night Out at the CVA

    • Friday, May 02, 2025
    • Friday, December 05, 2025
    • 8 sessions
    • 4th Floor, Studio 425, Greensboro Cultural Center, 200 N. Davie St, Greensboro, NC
    • 10
    Register

     Join Us for CVA's First Parents' Night Out! 

    Hey parents! Need a break? Want to explore the vibrant First Friday festivities in downtown Greensboro? We've got you covered! Drop your kindergarten through sixth grade aged kids off at CVA for an evening of fun, creativity, and adventure while you enjoy a well-deserved night out.

    Date: First Friday of Every Month!
    Time: Drop-off begins at 7:00 PM, Pick-up no later than 9:30 PM
    Location: CVA, 200 N Davie St, 4th floor, art studio 425

    Our Parents' Night Out is perfect for parents who want to dive into the First Friday excitement without a worry. Your kids will have a blast with engaging art activities, games, crafts, and pizza, all under the watchful eyes of our experienced staff.

    Highlights:

    • Safe and secure environment
    • Fun-filled activities for kids
    • Convenient drop-off and pick-up times
    • Peace of mind for parents
    • Add $5 at registration for 2 slices of pizza!

    Important Information:

    • Registration is required and space is limited, so be sure to sign up early!
    • Members receive a discount on the registration fee.
    • Dress for mess! Please send your artist with a water bottle. Pizza is provided for a $5 extra fee; if you bring your own food, please be aware of allergens—no nuts, please.
    • 10% sibling discount, email create@mycvagreensboro.org for registration.

    Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to enjoy First Friday while your kids have a night to remember. Reserve your spot today and get ready for a night of fun for everyone!

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  • Talavera Inspired Pottery Workshop

    • Saturday, May 10, 2025
    • 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
    • CVA Pottery Studio
    • 8
    • 12 registrants
    Register

    Dive into color in this vibrant Pottery workshop. You will decorate on stoneware ceramic using underglaze painting techniques. Inspired by the bold, beautiful Talavera style of Mexico, the class offers guidance on how to layer and blend underglazes to create rich colors and crisp lines. You will complete your tile ready for kiln firing - perfect as trivets decor or handmade gifts. 

     

    Participants will pick up their finished pieces after kiln firing is complete. 


    Because this is a free workshop, if unable to attend please contact the CVA at (336)333-7475 or frontdesk@mycvagreensboro.orgso the student seat can be filled. Thanks! 

     

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  • Summer Camp: STEAM-Art with LEGOs (1st-3rd)

    • Monday, June 16, 2025
    • 8:30 AM
    • Friday, June 20, 2025
    • 3:00 PM
    • 4th Floor, Greensboro Cultural Center, 200 N. Davie St, Greensboro, NC
    • 0
    Join waitlist

    STEAM: Art with LEGOs (1st-3rd)

    Everyone loves LEGOs!  In this super-fun camp, young artists will construct sculptures, make art prints, and more! This isn't a step-by-step LEGO construction experience, but a full-on art experimentation camp for creative kids wanting to push their creative limits.

    Please note: There is no camp on June 19 in observance of Juneteenth.

    Questions? Click here for Frequently Asked Questions or email us at create@mycvagreensboro.org.

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  • Summer Camp: STEAM-ArtSplosions! Art + Science (4th-6th)

    • Monday, June 16, 2025
    • 8:30 AM
    • Friday, June 20, 2025
    • 3:00 PM
    • 4th Floor, Greensboro Cultural Center, 200 N. Davie St, Greensboro, NC
    • 0
    Join waitlist

    STEAM: ArtSplosions! Art + Science (4th-6th)

    Eek, boom, splash! Homemade goo, volcanoes, and plants that just "dye" to be different may appear in this artful science camp.  From chemistry to ecology, drawing to sculpting...art and science explode at the CVA this summer.

    Please note: There is no camp on June 19 in observance of Juneteenth.

    Questions? Click here for Frequently Asked Questions or email us at create@mycvagreensboro.org.

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  • Summer Camp: Painting Plus (4th-6th)

    • Monday, June 16, 2025
    • 8:30 AM
    • Friday, June 20, 2025
    • 3:00 PM
    • 4th Floor, Greensboro Cultural Center, 200 N. Davie St, Greensboro, NC
    • 8
    Register

    Painting Plus (4th-6th)

    This week, campers will have a blast as they explore all things to do with paint and painting! Drawing inspiration from the works of famous painters and using different kinds of paint--including some they make themselves--campers will brush, drip, pour, drag, and splatter their way to their very own creative masterpieces.

    Please note: There is no camp on June 19 in observance of Juneteenth.

    Questions? Click here for Frequently Asked Questions or email us at create@mycvagreensboro.org.

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  • Summer Camp: Crafts and Beyond (1st-3rd)

    • Monday, June 16, 2025
    • 8:30 AM
    • Friday, June 20, 2025
    • 3:00 PM
    • 4th Floor, Greensboro Cultural Center, 200 N. Davie St, Greensboro, NC
    • 0
    Join waitlist

    Crafts and Beyond (1st-3rd)

    Is your child a DIYer in the making? This camp is perfect for kids who want to do something different each day! Campers will have the opportunity to "Nail it!" by completing crafts inspired by projects on Pinterest. They'll have a blast as they build, craft, decorate, and more.

    Please note: There is no camp on June 19 in observance of Juneteenth.

    Questions? Click here for Frequently Asked Questions or email us at create@mycvagreensboro.org.

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  • Summer Camp: STEAM-Art with LEGOs (4th-6th)

    • Monday, June 23, 2025
    • 8:30 AM
    • Friday, June 27, 2025
    • 3:00 PM
    • 4th Floor, Greensboro Cultural Center, 200 N. Davie St, Greensboro, NC
    • 0
    Join waitlist

    STEAM: Art with LEGOs (4th-6th)

    Everyone loves LEGOs!  In this super-fun camp, young artists will construct sculptures, make art prints, and more! This isn't a step-by-step LEGO construction experience, but a full-on art experimentation camp for creative kids wanting to push their creative limits.


    Questions? Click here for Frequently Asked Questions or email us at create@mycvagreensboro.org.

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  • Summer Camp: Messy Masterpieces (1st-3rd)

    • Monday, June 23, 2025
    • 8:30 AM
    • Friday, June 27, 2025
    • 3:00 PM
    • 4th Floor, Greensboro Cultural Center, 200 N. Davie St, Greensboro, NC
    • 0
    Join waitlist

    Messy Masterpieces (1st-3rd)

    Campers will view artmaking in a whole new light after this week! In this camp, they'll explore imaginative ways to create art using everyday objects and unexpected materials. Items may include: recyclables & found objects, fruits & vegetables, fabrics & tools, and more. Some traditional art tools will be used, too... but in unexpected ways. Any way you look at it, though, these messy masterpieces will be marvelous!

    Questions? Click here for Frequently Asked Questions or email us at create@mycvagreensboro.org.

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  • Summer Camp: Art Around the World (1st-3rd)

    • Monday, June 23, 2025
    • 8:30 AM
    • Friday, June 27, 2025
    • 3:00 PM
    • 4th Floor, Greensboro Cultural Center, 200 N. Davie St, Greensboro, NC
    • 8
    Register

    Art Around the World (1st-3rd)

    Students will draw inspiration from the art and artists of diverse cultures and countries as they create their own work in media including drawing, painting, sculpting, fibers, and more. They'll explore the varied styles and art techniques of peoples around the globe, getting a taste of the incredible range of expression possible in visual arts. This is a great camp for budding art enthusiasts who would like to experience a variety of art media in a structured, yet fun environment!

    Questions? Click here for Frequently Asked Questions or email us at create@mycvagreensboro.org.

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  • Summer Camp: STEAM - The Art of Building (7th-9th)

    • Monday, June 23, 2025
    • 8:30 AM
    • Friday, June 27, 2025
    • 3:00 PM
    • 4th Floor, Greensboro Cultural Center, 200 N. Davie St, Greensboro, NC
    • 8
    Register

    STEAM - The Art of Building (7th-9th)

    Art is all around us every day...and not just in the form of drawings and paintings. While learning about the buildings and structures around them, campers will stretch their expressive muscles and build new things that exist in their imaginations. They'll have the opportunity to design and build models of their own dream homes and assemble decorative art pieces from various age-appropriate (and fun!) materials, learning about simple, universal principles of architecture and assemblage sculpture along the way.  

    Questions? Click here for Frequently Asked Questions or email us at create@mycvagreensboro.org.

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  • Summer Camp: Clay Camp (4th-6th)

    • Tuesday, June 24, 2025
    • 8:30 AM
    • Friday, June 27, 2025
    • 3:00 PM
    • 4th Floor, Greensboro Cultural Center, 200 N. Davie St, Greensboro, NC
    • 0
    Join waitlist

    Clay Camp (4th-6th)

    In this 4-day camp, your artist will learn basic hand building techniques such as pinch pottery, slab building, coil building, and score & slip. Using skills learned in class, students will make functional objects as well as decorative, sculptural forms. In the past, these fun imaginative projects have included gnome cottages, ceramic foods, cups, bowls, and a wide array of animals. Instructors will guide students from the beginning of the design process through the finished glazed products.

    Please Note: Clay camps meet Tuesday-Friday. No camp on Mondays.

    Questions? Click here for Frequently Asked Questions or email us at create@mycvagreensboro.org.

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  • Summer Camp: Painting Plus (1st-3rd)

    • Monday, June 30, 2025
    • 8:30 AM
    • Thursday, July 03, 2025
    • 3:00 PM
    • 4th Floor, Greensboro Cultural Center, 200 N. Davie St, Greensboro, NC
    • 1
    Register

    Painting Plus (1st-3rd)

    This week, campers will have a blast as they explore all things to do with paint and painting! Drawing inspiration from the works of famous painters and using different kinds of paint--including some they make themselves--campers will brush, drip, pour, drag, and splatter their way to their very own creative masterpieces.

    Please note: There is no camp on July 4th in observance of July the Fourth.

    Questions? Click here for Frequently Asked Questions or email us at create@mycvagreensboro.org.

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  • Summer Camp: Drawing (4th-6th)

    • Monday, June 30, 2025
    • 8:30 AM
    • Thursday, July 03, 2025
    • 3:00 PM
    • 4th Floor, Greensboro Cultural Center, 200 N. Davie St, Greensboro, NC
    • 0
    Join waitlist

    Drawing (4th-6th)

    Using inspiration from historical and contemporary artists, students will build their skills using a variety of drawing materials to create their own original artworks.  By the end of the week, each student will have created numerous studies and sketches to plan and complete at least one finished painting they can be proud to hang on their wall.  This camp is open to all skill levels.

    Please note: There is no camp on July 4th in observance of July the Fourth.

    Questions? Click here for Frequently Asked Questions or email us at create@mycvagreensboro.org.

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  • Summer Camp: Crafts and Beyond! (1st-3rd)

    • Monday, June 30, 2025
    • 8:30 AM
    • Thursday, July 03, 2025
    • 3:00 PM
    • 4th Floor, Greensboro Cultural Center, 200 N. Davie St, Greensboro, NC
    • 1
    Register

    Crafts and Beyond! (1st-3rd)

    Is your child a DIYer in the making? This camp is perfect for kids who want to do something different each day! Campers will have the opportunity to "Nail it!" by completing crafts inspired by projects on Pinterest. They'll have a blast as they build, craft, decorate, and more.

    Please note: There is no camp on July 4th in observance of July the Fourth.

    Questions? Click here for Frequently Asked Questions or email us at create@mycvagreensboro.org.

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  • Summer Camp: STEAM - ArtSplosions! Art + Science (1st-3rd)

    • Monday, July 07, 2025
    • 8:30 AM
    • Friday, July 11, 2025
    • 3:00 PM
    • 4th Floor, Greensboro Cultural Center, 200 N. Davie St, Greensboro, NC
    • 0

    STEAM - ArtSplosions! Art + Science (1st-3rd)

    Eek, boom, splash! Homemade goo, volcanoes, and plants that just "dye" to be different may appear in this artful science camp.  From chemistry to ecology, drawing to sculpting...art and science explode at the CVA this summer. 

    Questions? Click here for Frequently Asked Questions or email us at create@mycvagreensboro.org.

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  • Summer Camp: Messy Masterpieces (1st-3rd)

    • Monday, July 07, 2025
    • 8:30 AM
    • Friday, July 11, 2025
    • 3:00 PM
    • 4th Floor, Greensboro Cultural Center, 200 N. Davie St, Greensboro, NC
    • 0
    Join waitlist

    Messy Masterpieces (1st-3rd)

    Campers will view artmaking in a whole new light after this week! In this camp, they'll explore imaginative ways to create art using everyday objects and unexpected materials. Items may include: recyclables & found objects, fruits & vegetables, fabrics & tools, and more. Some traditional art tools will be used, too... but in unexpected ways. Any way you look at it, though, these messy masterpieces will be marvelous! 

    Questions? Click here for Frequently Asked Questions or email us at create@mycvagreensboro.org.

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  • Summer Camp: Painting Plus (4th-6th)

    • Monday, July 07, 2025
    • 8:30 AM
    • Friday, July 11, 2025
    • 3:00 PM
    • 4th Floor, Greensboro Cultural Center, 200 N. Davie St, Greensboro, NC
    • 7
    Register

    Painting Plus (4th-6th)

    This week, campers will have a blast as they explore all things to do with paint and painting! Drawing inspiration from the works of famous painters and using different kinds of paint--including some they make themselves--campers will brush, drip, pour, drag, and splatter their way to their very own creative masterpieces.

    Questions? Click here for Frequently Asked Questions or email us at create@mycvagreensboro.org.

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  • Summer Camp: Art Around the World (4th-6th)

    • Monday, July 07, 2025
    • 8:30 AM
    • Friday, July 11, 2025
    • 3:00 PM
    • 4th Floor, Greensboro Cultural Center, 200 N. Davie St, Greensboro, NC
    • 2
    Register

    Art Around the World (4th-6th)

    Students will draw inspiration from the art and artists of diverse cultures and countries as they create their own work in media including drawing, painting, sculpting, fibers, and more. They'll explore the varied styles and art techniques of peoples around the globe, getting a taste of the incredible range of expression possible in visual arts. This is a great camp for budding art enthusiasts who would like to experience a variety of art media in a structured, yet fun environment!

    Questions? Click here for Frequently Asked Questions or email us at create@mycvagreensboro.org.

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  • Summer Camp: STEAM: ArtSplosions! Art + Science (4th-6th)

    • Monday, July 14, 2025
    • 8:30 AM
    • Friday, July 18, 2025
    • 3:00 PM
    • 4th Floor, Greensboro Cultural Center, 200 N. Davie St, Greensboro, NC
    • 1
    Register

    STEAM: ArtSplosions! Art + Science (4th-6th)

    Eek, boom, splash! Homemade goo, volcanoes, and plants that just "dye" to be different may appear in this artful science camp.  From chemistry to ecology, drawing to sculpting...art and science explode at the CVA this summer.

    Questions? Click here for Frequently Asked Questions or email us at create@mycvagreensboro.org.

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  • Summer Camp: STEAM: Art with LEGOs (1st-3rd)

    • Monday, July 14, 2025
    • 8:30 AM
    • Friday, July 18, 2025
    • 3:00 PM
    • 4th Floor, Greensboro Cultural Center, 200 N. Davie St, Greensboro, NC
    • 0
    Join waitlist

    STEAM: Art with LEGOs (1st-3rd)

    Everyone loves LEGOs!  In this super-fun camp, young artists will construct sculptures, make art prints, and more! This isn't a step-by-step LEGO construction experience, but a full-on art experimentation camp for creative kids wanting to push their creative limits.

    Questions? Click here for Frequently Asked Questions or email us at create@mycvagreensboro.org.

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  • Summer Camp: Drawing and Designs (1st-3rd)

    • Monday, July 14, 2025
    • 8:30 AM
    • Friday, July 18, 2025
    • 3:00 PM
    • 4th Floor, Greensboro Cultural Center, 200 N. Davie St, Greensboro, NC
    • 1
    Register

    Drawing and Designs (1st-3rd)

    Using inspiration from historical and contemporary artists, students will build their skills using a variety of drawing materials to create their own original artworks.  By the end of the week, each student will have created numerous studies and sketches to plan and complete at least one finished painting they can be proud to hang on their wall.  This camp is open to all skill levels.

    Questions? Click here for Frequently Asked Questions or email us at create@mycvagreensboro.org.

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  • Summer Camp: Intro to Digital Art (4th-6th Grades)

    • Monday, July 14, 2025
    • 8:30 AM
    • Friday, July 18, 2025
    • 3:00 PM
    • 4th Floor, Greensboro Cultural Center, 200 N. Davie St, Greensboro, NC
    • 0
    Join waitlist

    Intro to Digital Art (4th-6th Grades)

    Enter the fascinating world of digital art.  Campers will try their hand at the art of graphic design using Sketchbook and other tools to manipulate images and create one-of-a-kind digital art that's as unique as they are.  Future viral marketers and designers of all kinds will love this camp! They'll also learn about the origins of the media and discover how modern-day creatives use them in fine art and graphic design careers.

    Questions? Click here for Frequently Asked Questions or email us at create@mycvagreensboro.org.

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  • Summer Camp: Clay Camp (7th-9th)

    • Tuesday, July 15, 2025
    • 8:30 AM
    • Friday, July 18, 2025
    • 3:00 PM
    • 4th Floor, Greensboro Cultural Center, 200 N. Davie St, Greensboro, NC
    • 2
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    Clay Camp (7th-9th)

    In this 4-day camp, your artist will learn basic hand building techniques such as pinch pottery, slab building, coil building, and score & slip. Using skills learned in class, students will make functional objects as well as decorative, sculptural forms. In the past, these fun imaginative projects have included gnome cottages, ceramic foods, cups, bowls, and a wide array of animals. Instructors will guide students from the beginning of the design process through the finished glazed products.

    Please Note: Clay camps meet Tuesday-Friday. No camp on Mondays.

    Questions? Click here for Frequently Asked Questions or email us at create@mycvagreensboro.org.

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  • Summer Camp: STEAM: ArtSplosions! Art + Science (1st-3rd)

    • Monday, July 21, 2025
    • 8:30 AM
    • Friday, July 25, 2025
    • 3:00 PM
    • 4th Floor, Greensboro Cultural Center, 200 N. Davie St, Greensboro, NC
    • 0

    STEAM: ArtSplosions! Art + Science (1st-3rd)

    Eek, boom, splash! Homemade goo, volcanoes, and plants that just "dye" to be different may appear in this artful science camp.  From chemistry to ecology, drawing to sculpting...art and science explode at the CVA this summer.

    Questions? Click here for Frequently Asked Questions or email us at create@mycvagreensboro.org.

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  • Summer Camp: Art Around the World (1st-3rd)

    • Monday, July 21, 2025
    • 8:30 AM
    • Friday, July 25, 2025
    • 3:00 PM
    • 4th Floor, Greensboro Cultural Center, 200 N. Davie St, Greensboro, NC
    • 2
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    Art Around the World (1st-3rd)

    Students will draw inspiration from the art and artists of diverse cultures and countries as they create their own work in media including drawing, painting, sculpting, fibers, and more. They'll explore the varied styles and art techniques of peoples around the globe, getting a taste of the incredible range of expression possible in visual arts. This is a great camp for budding art enthusiasts who would like to experience a variety of art media in a structured, yet fun environment!

    Questions? Click here for Frequently Asked Questions or email us at create@mycvagreensboro.org.

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  • Summer Camp: Beyond Crafts (4th-6th)

    • Monday, July 21, 2025
    • 8:30 AM
    • Friday, July 25, 2025
    • 3:00 PM
    • 4th Floor, Greensboro Cultural Center, 200 N. Davie St, Greensboro, NC
    • 0
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    Beyond Crafts (4th-6th)

    Is your child a DIYer in the making? This camp is perfect for kids who want to do something different each day! Campers will have the opportunity to "Nail it!" by completing crafts inspired by projects on Pinterest. They'll have a blast as they build, craft, decorate, and more.

    Questions? FAQs for Summer Camp or email us at create@mycvagreensboro.org.

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  • Summer Camp: STEAM - The Art of Building (1st-3rd)

    • Monday, July 28, 2025
    • 8:30 AM
    • Friday, August 01, 2025
    • 3:00 PM
    • 4th Floor, Greensboro Cultural Center, 200 N. Davie St, Greensboro, NC
    • 0
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    STEAM - The Art of Building (1st-3rd)

    Art is all around us every day...and not just in the form of drawings and paintings. While learning about the buildings and structures around them, campers will stretch their expressive muscles and build new things that exist in their imaginations. They'll have the opportunity to design and build models of their own dream homes and assemble decorative art pieces from various age-appropriate (and fun!) materials, learning about simple, universal principles of architecture and assemblage sculpture along the way.  

    Questions? Click here for Frequently Asked Questions or email us at create@mycvagreensboro.org.

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  • Summer Camp: Painting Plus (1st-3rd)

    • Monday, July 28, 2025
    • 8:30 AM
    • Friday, August 01, 2025
    • 3:00 PM
    • 4th Floor, Greensboro Cultural Center, 200 N. Davie St, Greensboro, NC
    • 0
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    Painting Plus (1st-3rd)

    This week, campers will have a blast as they explore all things to do with paint and painting! Drawing inspiration from the works of famous painters and using different kinds of paint--including some they make themselves--campers will brush, drip, pour, drag, and splatter their way to their very own creative masterpieces.

    Questions? Click here for Frequently Asked Questions or email us at create@mycvagreensboro.org.

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  • Summer Camp: Messy Masterpieces (4th-6th)

    • Monday, July 28, 2025
    • 8:30 AM
    • Friday, August 01, 2025
    • 3:00 PM
    • 4th Floor, Greensboro Cultural Center, 200 N. Davie St, Greensboro, NC
    • 0
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    Messy Masterpieces (4th-6th)

    Campers will view artmaking in a whole new light after this week! In this camp, they'll explore imaginative ways to create art using everyday objects and unexpected materials. Items may include: recyclables & found objects, fruits & vegetables, fabrics & tools, and more. Some traditional art tools will be used, too... but in unexpected ways. Any way you look at it, though, these messy masterpieces will be marvelous!

    Questions? Click here for Frequently Asked Questions or email us at create@mycvagreensboro.org.

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  • Summer Camp: Exploring Mixed Media & Collage (7th-9th)

    • Monday, July 28, 2025
    • 8:30 AM
    • Friday, August 01, 2025
    • 3:00 PM
    • 4th Floor, Greensboro Cultural Center, 200 N. Davie St, Greensboro, NC
    • 2
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    Exploring Mixed Media & Collage (7th-9th)

    This camp is a version of Messy Masterpieces adapted for older campers. Campers will explore imaginative ways to create art using everyday objects and unexpected materials. Examples include: recyclables & found objects, fruits & vegetables, fabrics & tools, and more. Some traditional art tools will be used, too... but in unexpected ways. The possibilities are endless!

    Questions? Click here for Frequently Asked Questions or email us at create@mycvagreensboro.org.

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  • Summer Camp: STEAM - The Art of Building (4th-6th)

    • Monday, August 04, 2025
    • 8:30 AM
    • Friday, August 08, 2025
    • 3:00 PM
    • 4th Floor, Greensboro Cultural Center, 200 N. Davie St, Greensboro, NC
    • 0
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    STEAM - The Art of Building (4th-6th)

    Art is all around us every day...and not just in the form of drawings and paintings. While learning about the buildings and structures around them, campers will stretch their expressive muscles and build new things that exist in their imaginations. They'll have the opportunity to design and build models of their own dream homes and assemble decorative art pieces from various age-appropriate (and fun!) materials, learning about simple, universal principles of architecture and assemblage sculpture along the way.  

    Questions? Click here for Frequently Asked Questions or email us at create@mycvagreensboro.org.

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  • Summer Camp: Painting Plus (4th-6th)

    • Monday, August 04, 2025
    • 8:30 AM
    • Friday, August 08, 2025
    • 3:00 PM
    • 4th Floor, Greensboro Cultural Center, 200 N. Davie St, Greensboro, NC
    • 2
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    Painting Plus (4th-6th)

    This week, campers will have a blast as they explore all things to do with paint and painting! Drawing inspiration from the works of famous painters and using different kinds of paint--including some they make themselves--campers will brush, drip, pour, drag, and splatter their way to their very own creative masterpieces. 

    Questions? Click here for Frequently Asked Questions or email us at create@mycvagreensboro.org.

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  • Summer Camp: Messy Masterpieces (1st-3rd)

    • Monday, August 04, 2025
    • 8:30 AM
    • Friday, August 08, 2025
    • 3:00 PM
    • 4th Floor, Greensboro Cultural Center, 200 N. Davie St, Greensboro, NC
    • 2
    Register

    Messy Masterpieces (1st-3rd)

    Campers will view artmaking in a whole new light after this week! In this camp, they'll explore imaginative ways to create art using everyday objects and unexpected materials. Items may include: recyclables & found objects, fruits & vegetables, fabrics & tools, and more. Some traditional art tools will be used, too... but in unexpected ways. Any way you look at it, though, these messy masterpieces will be marvelous! 

    Questions? Click here for Frequently Asked Questions or email us at create@mycvagreensboro.org.

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  • Summer Camp: Drawing and Designs (1st-3rd)

    • Monday, August 04, 2025
    • 8:30 AM
    • Friday, August 08, 2025
    • 3:00 PM
    • 4th Floor, Greensboro Cultural Center, 200 N. Davie St, Greensboro, NC
    • 2
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    Drawing and Designs (1st-3rd)

    Using inspiration from historical and contemporary artists, students will build their skills using a variety of drawing materials to create their own original artworks.  By the end of the week, each student will have created numerous studies and sketches to plan and complete at least one finished painting they can be proud to hang on their wall.  This camp is open to all skill levels.

    Questions? Click here for Frequently Asked Questions or email us at create@mycvagreensboro.org.

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  • Summer Camp: Ceramics (10th-12th)

    • Tuesday, August 05, 2025
    • 8:30 AM
    • Friday, August 08, 2025
    • 3:00 PM
    • 4th Floor, Greensboro Cultural Center, 200 N. Davie St, Greensboro, NC
    • 9
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    Ceramics (10th-12th)

    In this 4-day camp, artists will learn and expand on basic hand building techniques such as pinch pottery, slab building, coil building, and score & slip. Using skills learned in class, students will make functional objects as well as decorative, sculptural forms.  Artist of all experience levels are welcome.  The instructor will stagger techniques and tailor projects to meet the needs of the individual artists.

    Please Note: Clay camps meet Tuesday-Friday. No camp on Mondays.

    Questions? Click here for Frequently Asked Questions or email us at create@mycvagreensboro.org.

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  • Summer Camp: STEAM: Art with LEGOs (4th-6th)

    • Monday, August 11, 2025
    • 8:30 AM
    • Friday, August 15, 2025
    • 3:00 PM
    • 4th Floor, Greensboro Cultural Center, 200 N. Davie St, Greensboro, NC
    • 1

    STEAM: Art with LEGOs (4th-6th)

    Everyone loves LEGOs!  In this super-fun camp, young artists will construct sculptures, make art prints, and more! This isn't a step-by-step LEGO construction experience, but a full-on art experimentation camp for creative kids wanting to push their creative limits.

    Questions? Click here for Frequently Asked Questions or email us at create@mycvagreensboro.org.

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  • Summer Camp: Drawing (7th-9th)

    • Monday, August 11, 2025
    • 8:30 AM
    • Friday, August 15, 2025
    • 3:00 PM
    • 4th Floor, Greensboro Cultural Center, 200 N. Davie St, Greensboro, NC
    • 0
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    Drawing (7th-9th)

    Using inspiration from historical and contemporary artists, students will build their skills using a variety of drawing materials to create their own original artworks.  By the end of the week, each student will have creatednumerous studies and sketches to plan and complete at least one finished painting they can be proud to hang on their wall.  This camp is open to all skill levels.

    Questions? Click here for Frequently Asked Questions or email us at create@mycvagreensboro.org.

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  • Summer Camp: Art Around the World (1st-3rd)

    • Monday, August 11, 2025
    • 8:30 AM
    • Friday, August 15, 2025
    • 3:00 PM
    • 4th Floor, Greensboro Cultural Center, 200 N. Davie St, Greensboro, NC
    • 0
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    Art Around the World (1st-3rd)

    Students will draw inspiration from the art and artists of diverse cultures and countries as they create their own work in media including drawing, painting, sculpting, fibers, and more. They'll explore the varied styles and art techniques of peoples around the globe, getting a taste of the incredible range of expression possible in visual arts. This is a great camp for budding art enthusiasts who would like to experience a variety of art media in a structured, yet fun environment!

    Questions? Click here for Frequently Asked Questions or email us at create@mycvagreensboro.org.

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  • Summer Camp: Create Your Own Comics (4th-6th Grades)

    • Monday, August 11, 2025
    • 8:30 AM
    • Friday, August 15, 2025
    • 3:00 PM
    • 4th Floor, Greensboro Cultural Center, 200 N. Davie St, Greensboro, NC
    • 0
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    Create Your Own Comics (4th-6th Grades)

    Students who love comics will be so excited for this camp!  They will learn the basics of using digital tools to create illustrations with a focus on sequential art.  They'll work on concepts, character development through drawing, and story mapping as they create their own unique comic book.

    Questions? Click here for Frequently Asked Questions or email us at create@mycvagreensboro.org.

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  • Art in the Afternoon 2025-2026 Registration

    • Monday, August 25, 2025
    • 2:30 PM
    • Wednesday, June 10, 2026
    • 6:00 PM
    • 4th Floor Greensboro Cultural Center, 200 N. Davie St, Greensboro, NC 27401
    • 34
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    Art in the Afternoon: An Arts-Based After-School Program

    We are excited to welcome new and returning friends in Kindergarten through 5th grades for the 2025-2026 school year! Here’s what you need to know:

    Registration Details:

    • Current Students: Registration opens in April.
    • General Public: Registration opens on June 2, 2025, for students in Kindergarten through 5th grade in the 2025-2026 school year.
    • Limited Space: Once the limit is reached, you can join the waiting list by clicking "Register" and adding your information. We will contact you via email or phone if a space becomes available. Spaces are filled in the order registrations are received.

    Program Schedule:

    • Runs Monday through Friday, 3 p.m. to 6 p.m.
    • Full-time enrollment only; part-time enrollment is not available.

    Tuition:

    • Annual tuition is $3,250, covering the entire school year.
    • Payment options:
      • One lump sum
      • Auto-pay option with 10 equal installments of $325 each

    Daily Activities:

    • A snack is provided each afternoon.
    • Students arriving by 3:30 p.m. can work on homework or have "free create" time.
    • At least 1 hour of art instruction is provided daily, along with outdoor time (weather permitting) and structured playtime.
    • Students are divided by age groups.
    • Curriculum includes various artistic media, art history, and techniques.

    Transportation:

    • Available for TESG students through the school.
    • Available for Guilford County Schools students through the GCS transportation office. We are on the Lindley Elementary bus route, and magnet schools will bus students to the Cultural Center. Our staff will meet students at the bus stop on Davie St.
    • CVA does not offer transportation. Parents must coordinate with the GCS transportation office or arrange private transportation. GCS typically requires at least 2 weeks to add students to a bus route.

    Pick-Up Time:

    • No later than 6 p.m.

    Scholarships:

    We look forward to a fantastic year of art and fun!


    Questions? Email create@mycvagreensboro.org.

     A $50 non-refundable registration fee is due when you register.  Registrants will be sent an invoice for the first installment payment after your registration is received.  The first installment payment is due no later than August 24, 2025, at 11:59 p.m.  Any invoices not paid by that date and time will be voided, and the registration will be canceled.

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