Upcoming Events
Summer Art Camp: Week 4
NEW! BUILDINGS & CITIES (ages 5–9) WAITLIST ONLY July 10–14, 10 AM–3 PM Join us for an ALL NEW week of art camp, where the projects are inspired by the architecture and buildings we see around us every day. Art projects will include medieval castle
Summer Semester Begins
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Vivid Stage Summer Solos 2023 – SNOW [Black man. White out conditions.]
DUE TO FORECASTED TEMPERATURE LEVELS, THIS EVENT WILL BE HELD AT THE OAKES CENTER, AT 120 MORRIS AVENUE IN SUMMIT. The weekly solo reading series returns to the Art Center this summer! All tickets are $20 (advance sales only) and readings will be done on
Summer Art Camp: Week 5
ANIMALS & WILDLIFE ART (ages 5–9) WAITLIST ONLY July 17–21, 10 AM–3 PM This week of camp is like taking a trip to the zoo, but so much more creative! Explore the exciting world of animals and their amazing habitats. Kids will create projects such
Vivid Stage Summer Solos 2023 – Everything’s Fine
The weekly solo reading series returns to the Art Center this summer! All tickets are $20 (advance sales only) and readings will be done on the lawn of the Art Center. Bring your own blanket or lawn chairs, picnic, and/or snacks! Rain dates for all
Summer Art Camp: Week 6
APPETITE FOR ART (ages 5–9) July 24–28, 10 AM–3 PM Dig in! This week of camp will feature art projects inspired by delicious foods and snacks. Campers will learn several art techniques while cooking up projects like a mouthwatering clay cheeseburger and a mixed-media artwork
Vivid Stage Summer Solos 2023 – Brisé
The weekly solo reading series returns to the Art Center this summer! All tickets are $20 (advance sales only) and readings will be done on the lawn of the Art Center. Bring your own blanket or lawn chairs, picnic, and/or snacks! Rain dates for all
Summer Art Camp: Week 7
ART AROUND THE WORLD (ages 5–9) WAITLIST ONLY July 31–August 4, 10 AM–3 PM Pack your bags! Kids will “travel” the world and learn how different cultures create art. Make a watercolor painting of Asian paper lanterns, print a Moroccan architectural design, and create an
Summer Art Camp: Week 8
ART IN NATURE (ages 5–9) WAITLIST ONLY August 7–11, 10 AM–3 PM An old favorite theme returns! Be inspired by the beauty around us every day in nature. Campers will create projects from a clay snail to a Zentangle rainbow painting to seashells illustrated with
Summer Art Camp: Week 9
NEW! AT THE CIRCUS (ages 5–9) WAITLIST ONLY August 14–18, 10 AM–3 PM Art takes center stage at this ALL NEW week of camp, featuring projects inspired by a trip to the circus. Kids will create projects that capture the whimsy and amusement of a
Summer Art Camp: Week 10
MINI MASTERS (ages 5–9) WAITLIST ONLY August 21–25, 10 AM–3 PM Kids become mini masters while experimenting with art media and techniques used by famous artists. While learning about art history, campers will paint primary colored animals inspired by Piet Mondrian, sculpt cats inspired by
Arts + Cars
Do you have art or crafts you want to show and sell? The Visual Arts Center of New Jersey and Summit Downtown are thrilled to once again be hosting an outdoor art festival in beautiful downtown Summit! The event will work alongside local businesses and