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Fives kids laying down in a tent on the beach. Text says, "NJ Camp Fairs. Saturday January 20, 12-3 pm. Visual Arts Center of NJ. Explore all sorts of camps. Traditional day, sleepaway, sports, arts, stem, academies, nature."

NJ Kids Camp Fair

Join NJ Kids at VACNJ on Saturday, January 20 to visit with more than 25 summer camps, including Summer Art Camp at the Art Center! RSVP for this FREE event at www.njkidsonline.com/camp-fairs to let NJ Kids know you’re attending and you’ll receive a free gift

photo of Brenda Coultas

Last Look and Poetry Reading

Visual Arts Center of New Jersey 68 Elm Street, Summit, NJ, United States

Join us for the closing of our fall exhibitions on Sunday, February 4, from 2–4 PM. The afternoon will begin with a reading from poet, Brenda Coultas, who will read pieces inspired by Elana Herzog’s works featured in the Main Gallery show in Ripped, Tangled,

An artist working on pottery. Text that says, "Spring Semester. Pre-registration opens February 12."

Spring Semester Pre-Registration

VACNJ members get access to early registration for all Studio School classes and spring semester pre-registration opens on Monday, February 12. As an added bonus, members receive a special members-only discount: $5 off per class, up to $15 total for the semester.* This discount is

Three children sitting at a desk at Summer Art Camp. Text says, "Summer Art Camp Early-Bird Deadline."

Summer Art Camp Early-Bird Deadline

Register by the end of day today, February 19, and get the lowest price of the year for Summer Art Camp at the Art Center. Click here to see all that's available!

A group of four young girls doing various activities at Art Camp.

Spring Break 2024 Half-Day Art Camp for Kids & Tweens

Join us for a special small group Spring Break Art Camp for kids ages 6–9 and tweens ages 10–12! At the Art Center, young artists will learn from our talented teaching artists, create unique art projects, and socialize with friends. This half-day camp (morning session

Spring Semester Tile announcing the semester start date of April 1

Spring Semester Begins

The Art Center's spring semester begins on April 1. Registration will open to the public on Monday. March 26.

Teen artists working on a collage project.

Self-Expression Through Art: A Workshop for Teens

Visual Arts Center of New Jersey 68 Elm Street, Summit, NJ, United States

Trying to balance it all as a teen can feel overwhelming, and at times, difficult to put into words. Using art as a tool for expression can help to identify, manage, and cope with various sources of stress and anxiety. Come join art therapist Megan

Logo for Garden State Art Weekend April 19-21 2024

Garden State Art Weekend

Garden State Art Weekend is a one-of-a-kind, state-wide celebration of art in New Jersey. The mission is to create an inclusive, once-a-year art weekend for all to enjoy, inspired by Upstate Art Weekend in New York. For more information, visit gardenstateartweekend.org.

Plein Air Painting of a house behind several bare and autumn trees.

Teacher’s Professional Development Symposium – Plein Air Painting

Visual Arts Center of New Jersey 68 Elm Street, Summit, NJ, United States

Plein Air Painting This symposium is led by artist Duane Lutsko Throughout history, the dramatic potential of changing light and those expressive possibilities have captivated artists such as Whistler, Van Gogh, Ryder, and Turner. In this course, suitable for all levels, students explore oil painting