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Purchase, NY

Art Camp

at SUNY Purchase College

Ages 6 - 16

July 13th through July 24th

2026 Registration is now OPEN!

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INSPIRING CREATIVITY ONE PROJECT AT A TIME

Future Stars Art Camp is designed to help children explore their creativity, build confidence, and develop both existing and new artistic skills. The week begins with a group meeting where campers get to know one another, share their interests, and settle into a welcoming creative community. Each morning, campers work on two distinct hands-on projects, such as collage, fairylight lanterns, pottery, painting, or beaded keychains. Once a week, they collaborate on a larger, more immersive group project like tie-dye, chalk graffiti, a mural, art forts, or assemblages.

Between morning projects, campers enjoy a snack and a fun game. These daily breaks help build connection and community, encouraging campers to take artistic risks and feel supported throughout the week.

On Friday, campers curate and host their very own Art Show, proudly showcasing the creative work they’ve produced during their fun and inspiring week at camp!

 

locationsSummer Day Camp 
735 Anderson Hill Rd, Purchase NY 10577

phone: (914) 273-8500
email: purchase@fscamps.com

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Art Facilities at Purchase

  • Air-conditioned classrooms and studios
  • Outdoor creative areas for messy projects
  • Gallery space to showcase student work
  • Indoor pool, fully staffed with certified lifeguards
  • Home to the Neuberger Museum of Art
  • Outdoor sculpture park integrated into the landscape of Purchase College

Building Skills That Last Beyond Art Camp

  • Creative Confidence – Learn to express ideas freely and take artistic risks

  • Craftsmanship – Build fine motor skills and comfort with varied materials

  • Art Techniques – Strengthen core skills in painting, collage, pottery, and mixed media

  • Collaboration – Group projects teach teamwork and shared creative problem-solving

  • Project Planning – Practice planning, adapting, and bringing ideas to life

  • Presentation Skills – Young artists proudly display their favorite works for friends and family in our Friday Art Show

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2026 Dates & Rates

Find the camp week that fits your schedule.

Program
Date
Age
Weekly
Price
SAVE
3+weeks
(per wk)
Art
Jul 13 - Jul 17
6 - 16
$895
$845
Art
Jul 20 - Jul 24
6 - 16
$895
$845

Additional Services

Extended Day:
Early Drop-Off $50/wk, Late Pick-Up $85/wk

Transportation:
Westchester/CT - $270/wk, Manhattan - $290/wk

Sibling Discount:
Save $25/wk (after first child)

transportation

Easy Transportation to Westchester

We are proud to offer door-to-door transportation from Westchester, Greenwich, and most of Manhattan. All buses are air-conditioned and clearly labeled with the Future Stars logo. Drivers are certified by the bus company, and a camp counselor will be monitoring campers at all times.

Typical pick-up and drop-off times vary depending on your spot on the route. We will call the week before camp with your bus times, as the times change weekly. For campers who spend an extended time on the bus, we do our best to reverse the route. Our goal is to make the ride fair and comfortable for all, while maintaining a safe and efficient schedule.

Local Transportation (Westchester, Greenwich):
Pick-up times vary between 8:15 am and 8:45  am.
Drop-off times vary between 4:15 pm and 5:00 pm.

NYC Transportation:
Pick-up times vary between 7:30 am and 8:00 am.
(all buses should leave the city by 8:00 am).
Drop-off times vary between 4:45 pm and 5:30 pm.

ART CAMP DAILY SCHEDULE

9:00 am: Arrival

9:30 am: Morning Meeting / Game

9:45 am: First Project of the Day

10:45 am: Snack

10:55 am: Second Project of the Day

11:55 am: Lunch

12:30 pm: Pool

1:30 pm: Third Project of the Day

2:30 pm: Extra creative time to complete the day's projects

3:45 pm: Wrap-up

Daily activities, sports, and times are subject to change

Testimonials

“Future Stars exceeded all of our expectations! It was the perfect mix of fun, learning, and personal growth for my child. If you’re looking for a camp that fosters creativity, friendship, and adventure, this is the place to be!”

- Monique S.

“The staff and program have been nothing short of amazing. My daughter has strengthened her skills and grown so much in her abilities!”

- Lindsey W.

“The staff was energetic and attentive, the activities were well thought out, and the overall atmosphere was positive and engaging. Highly recommend!”

- Lisa V.

Meet the Director

Viveca Gardiner

Viveca Gardiner

Art Director

Since 2023, Viveca has brought a genuine passion for creativity to Future Stars, inspiring campers to express themselves through fun, engaging, and thoughtfully designed projects. She encourages young artists to explore new ideas, collaborate with one another, and take pride in what they create.

Each week culminates in a vibrant Art Show, where families are invited to browse the campers’ work and celebrate their growth. With her welcoming spirit, along with a sweet spread of cookies and refreshments, Viveca creates an end-of-week experience that is as memorable as the artwork itself.

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