children's art
Summer Camp

Little Artists Camp First to Second Grade - SOLD OUT!

At a Glance

  • Grades 1 and 2
  • $430 per week
  • June 10–14, June 17–21, June 24–28, July 8–12, July 15–19, July 22–26, July 29–August 2, or August 5–9
  • 9 a.m.–3 p.m.
  • View Age Restrictions

    Grades 1–2: For campers entering Grade 1 or 2 in fall 2024.

  • Join us for Little Artists: Art Camp at the San Diego Zoo! Little Artists is a full-day camp—from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.—designed for those who are interested in both art and wildlife. Campers enjoy  wildlife experiences, exclusive habitat visits, talks with wildlife care specialists and other Zoo staff, art projects, hands-on learning activities, crafts, and games. All art supplies are provided.

    Participants will receive a Summer Camp T-shirt. Campers will need to bring their own lunch, snack, and sunscreen—and wear comfortable shoes for long walks (no flip-flops), clothes that can get dirty, and a hat.

    Choose from two different Little Artists camp programs:

    $430 per week

    Colorful Critters 
    NEW PROGRAMMING
    Color can contrast, complement, or just be outrageously wild. Artists learn all about color found in wildlife, and will bring home an array of colorful artwork! The Zoo provides all art supplies. Dates: June 10–14, June 24–28, July 15–19, or July 29–August 2.

     

    Wild Side of Design
    NEW PROGRAMMING
    Nature has a wild side of design, from stripes to spots, monotones to duotones, and iridescent wildlife, too. Artists will discover their creative wild side! The Zoo provides all art supplies. Dates: June 17–21, July 8–12, July 22–26, or August 5–9.

     

    Facial coverings may be required.

     

    The health and safety of our campers and staff is our highest priority. The San Diego Zoo adheres to San Diego County, State of California Social Services Department, the Department of Public Health, and the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) guidelines for summer camps and child care facilities. Please be advised we may make modifications to our existing camp program to be alignment with these guidelines.

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