Summer Camp at the Museum
July 14th - 18th, 9 am – 3 pm
AmeriMasala July 19th, 2025
For Kids age 8 – 12
The Erie Art Museum invites kids to make life-sized puppets, masks, and regalia to culminate in participation with The AmeriMasala.
Spots fill quickly, so register early! Registration is due by June 16th.
Lead teaching and upcycling artist Sarah Howard, artist, textiles guru, and puppet maker Deb Sementelli, and assisting teaching artists will support campers from ideation to implementation of Camper’s ideas. Campers will be encouraged to repourpose and reuse a diverse range of recycled materials.
Camp Details
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This camp offers a 5 day session Monday, July 14th to Friday, July 18th from 9 am – 3:00 pm. The AmeriMasala parade is scheduled for July 19th, with specific times to be determined. Please note that the date and time for AmeriMasala are subject to change, as this program is organized independently of the Museum. Should any updates occur, we will promptly inform guardians.
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Woodworking and power tools will be present and utilized during the camp.
Participants will receive comprehensive safety instruction both before and during the program, with continuous monitoring to ensure adherence to safety protocols.
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For safety, please ensure camp participants wear closed-toed shoes, tie back long hair, and avoid wearing jewelry or loose clothing that may catch on objects or impede movement.
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All drop-off and pick-up guardians will need to be specified prior to the first day of camp. All guardians must sign-in and sign-out campers upon arrival and dismissal of campers.
A comprehensive information package will be sent out one week before the camp begins, covering further details and instructions.
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Campers are required to bring their own packed lunches. Snacks will be provided by the Museum. Please indicate any allergies or dietary restrictions on the registration form.
If your camper has a severe allergy, please ensure they come with any necessary medications, such as EpiPens, and any directions on administering medication.
We are excited to welcome you to our camp and look forward to an enriching and creative experience together!