Mixed Media Art
Summer Camp 2024

• Early bird special rate through May 30: $315 (+VAT)

• Safe, fun, inclusive environment that allows for exploration and collaboration 

• Camp theme explores the evolution of Bahamian visual arts through significant periods in our history

• Tuition covers materials, equipment, snacks & lunch, t-shirts, special workshops, and field trips

• Need-based funding is available. We also have opportunities for you to support another camper

• Special student exhibition at the end of camp 

Hours

Camp will be held Monday to Friday, 9:00 am to 3:00 pm. Please pick your camper up on time. At 4:00 pm, you will incur a fee of $10.00 every thirty minutes you are tardy. If there is an emergency, please notify us immediately.

Campers must be signed in and out every day by their parent/guardian or person authorized for pick-up. For a substitute pick-up, a parent or legal guardian must send a signed note with the child on the morning of the alternate pick-up if someone other than the primary caregiver is picking up your child that day. The note must include the following:

• Name of child/children
  
• Name of parent(s)
  
• Date of pick-up
• Name of person picking up

Camp Theme

“Time Travelers: Exploring Our Past, Present, and Future” is an anthropological study of the evolution of Bahamian visual arts through significant periods in our history. Each week focuses on a different period: the time of Arawaks, colonialism, modern times, and the future. Campers will participate in period-specific experiences and create artwork reminiscent of the time they are exploring, giving them the opportunity to add their voice and vision to the communities of both our ancestors and descendants. 

As we time travel to our collective pasts together, we will answer core anthropological questions about ourselves, using the visual arts as a tool to create pieces that explain, dissect, combine, and thrill. Campers will complete this journey equipped with an arsenal of resources and the power to design the future they want to see—one that is full of promise.  

Age Groups

Campers will be subdivided into the following groups:

• 5-7 yrs.
• 8-11 yrs.
• 12-14 yrs.
• 15+ yrs. 

What’s Included

• All materials, supplies, equipment, workshops, field trips, and more!
  
• Snacks & lunch*
• Camp t-shirts

* If your camper has strict dietary restrictions or allergies, we recommend packing lunch for them.  

What to Bring

• A refillable water bottle
• Medications, if applicable
• A hat and sunscreen for sun protection
• A great attitude!

Tuition

Early Bird Rate through May 30 – $315 (+VAT)

Completed applications include a camper application form and tuition payment in cash, check, or credit card (Visa or Mastercard only). Checks must be made payable to The National Art Gallery of The Bahamas.

Summer Camp enrollment is on a first come, first served basis. Those who prefer to apply online can do so by clicking the register now button below. Paper applications are available at the NAGB’s Mixed Media Store. To complete your child’s application, you must submit the MMASC application and tuition fee. 

Financial Aid & Payment Plans

Payment plans and limited financial aid are available, based on need. The NAGB aims to make its summer camp accessible to all without turning any camper away due to financial hardship.

Art For All

Would you like to give a camper the opportunity to explore different avenues of creativity and expand their knowledge of visual art in a safe, inclusive environment? Would you like to contribute to a child’s social, communicative, emotional and academic development? The National Art Gallery of The Bahamas (NAGB) is proud to introduce “Art for All”, a program that invites you to support children in need of tuition assistance for the Mixed Media Art Summer Camp 2024. 

“Art for All” gives you the opportunity to help a camper who would not be able to participate in this experience because of financial challenges. We ask that you can donate any amount towards the Art for All program. To donate, visit NAGB’s Mixed Media Store to make your contribution. We appreciate all donations—no amount is too small. 

For more information and inquiries, contact the education team at [email protected] for inquiries.

Campers will not be dismissed from camp (to go home or anywhere!) without an authorized, responsible party. When campers are dismissed or in the case a camper needs to be dismissed early, a responsible party must notify Katrina Cartwright, Education and Outreach Manager. Campers must be signed in every morning and signed out every afternoon by a parent, guardian, or authorized party.

General

• Attendance and punctuality are essential.

• Each camper will remain with their assigned group during all daytime activities. There will be adult supervision at all times.

• Campers must participate in all activities unless NAGB staff have been notified otherwise by a parent or guardian.

• Campers should leave electronic devices at home. If they bring them, they shall be surrendered upon entering the campsite and returned at the end of the day.

• Cigarettes, alcohol, weapons (including objects that might be used as weapons or any other items that might be considered dangerous), and contraband are strictly prohibited.

• There is no roughhousing, running, or yelling within the museum. We will have opportunities for outside play and free time. Because the NAGB is open to the public, we must respect other visitors.

• Please send campers ready for outside time by applying sunscreen daily before drop-off.

• Food and drinks are not permitted in the galleries.

Dress Code

• Wear the camp t-shirt and comfortable pair of pants. 

• Bring a hat if you would like one when we are outside.

• Wear clothing you do not mind getting messy. We will be working with a range of media that might stain clothing.

   

Medical

• If your child requires an EpiPen or any type of medication, please label the item with your child’s name and send it with your child on the first day of camp.

• Campers should also bring a refillable water bottle as we will provide water to ensure they stay hydrated.

The following policies and guidelines are for your camper’s safety, comfort, and enjoyment. Please read them carefully and communicate them to your camper. If you have any questions or concerns, please speak to any camp or education staff member or call (242) 328-5800/1.

Cell Phone Policy

• If your child brings a cell phone to camp, it must always stay in their backpack and be used only in case of emergency.

   

Anti-Bullying Policy

• The NAGB is a no-tolerance zone for bullying of any kind, be it verbal or physical. Any child exhibiting this behavior may be asked to leave camp at the discretion of camp staff. Please encourage positive behavior with your children before attending camp. Inappropriate language or actions (fighting) will not be tolerated.

My Rights Policy

Every child in the summer program is here to have a fun and exciting experience. However, it is very difficult for a child to enjoy themselves when they are ridiculed because they are different. Children’s rights will be observed by staff and other children.

• Every child has the right to be treated with respect.

• Every child has the right to play in a friendly environment.

• Every child has the right to be safe from bullies.

• Every child has the right to be themselves without being ridiculed.

• Every child has the right not to be threatened.

• Every child has the right to have fun.

For the safety and enjoyment of every child, the My Rights Policy will be strictly adhered to. Any child found violating the My Rights Policy will be disciplined. The scope of disciplinary action will range from verbal warning or reminder to suspension. Children are to follow the My Rights Policy and these simple rules:

• Use kind words (no name calling –not even jokingly; no foul language).

• Use walking feet indoors.

• Follow teacher’s directions.

• Use kind hands (no hitting, pushing, or play-fighting).

Disciplinary Action

First warning is given along with an explanation as to why the behavior is inappropriate. If the behavior continues, it will be followed by the following disciplinary action:

• The participant will sit out of an activity for a period of time.

• If it occurs again, they will sit out of an entire activity. Parents will be notified at afternoon pick-up regarding the inappropriate behavior.

• The camp leader can, at their discretion, arrange with the parent for the child to be picked up and removed from camp for the rest of the day.

• If the behavior continues, a phone call will be made to the parents to discuss the behavior and a potential full day suspension.

• If the participant’s behavior shows no improvement, ultimately, they may be asked to withdraw from the camp.