Day Off Camps

During the school year, Fleisher offers one-day camps for ages 5–12 years old to coincide with the Philadelphia School District’s scheduled days off. Campers will work in our studios creating work inspired by a specific theme.

Drop off is between 8:30 am – 9:30 am and classes run until 3:30 pm. After Camp Club will be offered for an additional rate from 3:30 – 5:30 pm. Students will pack snacks and lunches to eat during wiggle and lunch breaks throughout the day.

Learn more about Day Off Camps.

Young Artists Program

Fleisher offers low-cost classes, primarily on Saturdays, for young people ages 5–18 designed to develop artistic skills, foster engagement with the arts, encourage self-expression, and build confidence as a creative person. Over 100 classes in a range of media are offered throughout the year, allowing children and youth to experience hands-on artmaking in a supportive and enriching environment.

Learn more about the Young Artists Program.

Summer Camp

Fleisher offers fun-filled art adventures designed for artists ages 5–18.

Younger artists (ages 5–12) can enroll in full days on a week-by-week basis. These campers will explore a wide range of mediums and themes designed for their specific age group.

Older artists (ages 13–18) can enroll in half days for two-week long immersive classes. Students can select the morning, afternoon, or register for both offerings. These artists’ classes allow them to pursue specific mediums more rigorously in order to develop their individual portfolios.

Learn more about Summer Camp.

Teen Lounge

Teen Lounge is an after-school art program, running Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 4 to 6 pm when Philadelphia schools are in session. Teen Lounge is free and drop-in, with no attendance requirement so teens ages 13–19 can attend however works with their schedule. Snacks and bus passes are provided!

Workshops are selected three times a year by Teen Lounge participants at our Proposal Fair. You can view the schedule here.

Learn more about Teen Lounge.

• WINTER WORKSHOPS

  JANUARY

  • Tuesdays: Free Days
    JANUARY 6, 13, 20, 27
    Work on independent projects, play games, or just hang out – you decide what we do on free days!
  • Wednesdays: Chainmail for Beginners with Nox Shou
    January 7, 14, 21, 28
    Learn how to make chainmail in this exciting workshop! This can be adapted to make cool jewelry, keychains, and much more.

  FEBRUARY

  • Wednesdays: Rework It Then Wear It with Theo Gretz
    February 4, 11, 18, 25
    Teens will harness the basics of sewing (both hand and machine) to be able to turn clothes they no longer wear into articles more favorable and desirable. If you have entrepreneurial goals these pieces can also be added to your catalogue to sell! Teens will be asked to bring in their own articles that they have a desire to upcycle (additional articles will be available). The workshop will touch on techniques such as basic stitching methods, embroidery methods, how to use a sewing machine, raw edge applique, and smooth edge applique. Teens will learn about the importance of sustainability and how to combat fast fashion.
  • Tuesdays: Free Days
    February 3, 10, 24
    Work on independent projects, play games, or just hang out – you decide what we do on free days!

  MARCH

  • Tuesdays: Free Days
    March 3, 10, 17, 24
    Work on independent projects, play games, or just hang out – you decide what we do on free days!

  • Mixtape your Moments with Alexa Colas  March 4, 11, 18, 25
    Mixtape Your Moments invites students to curate personal pieces of art using items of physical media such as CDs, vinyl records, and postcards. Students will create cover artwork and playable CDs as interactive objects that archive their own interests, histories, and moments. 

  APRIL

  • Wednesdays: Free Days
    APRIL 8, 15, 22
    Work on independent projects, play games, or just hang out – you decide what we do on free days!

  • Soft-body Marionette Making with Ollie Gross April 7, 14, 21, 28
    Teens will create basic marionette using a number of materials and methods including paper mache and fibers depending on the time intensity they wish to devote to the project. If Marionettes aren’t of interest students may easily make hand puppets with the same materials! 

  MAY

  • Tuesdays: Free Days
    May 5, 12, 19
    Work on independent projects, play games, or just hang out – you decide what we do on free days!

  • Charm Jewlery with Maxwell DavisApril 29, May 6, 13, 20
    This workshop will focus on making personalized charm jewelry. Teens will have the option of turning their charms into either earrings, a necklace, or a bracelet. Metalworking techniques like stamping, texturing, piercework, and sweat soldering will be taught. 

Youth Internships

The Bloomberg Arts Internship (BAI) and Bloomberg Arts Internship – School Year (BAISY) are programs for rising high school seniors in Philadelphia, New York City, Baltimore, Washington, D.C., and Boston. Interns are paired with local arts and culture organizations to gain paid, real-world work experience while participating in professional development sessions, cultural immersion activities and post-secondary readiness workshops. BAI aims to ensure that participating students develop critical professional skills and prepare for the workforce while supporting the host city’s vibrant creative industries.

Learn more.

Private Education Workshops

Celebrate a special occasion by making art at Fleisher! In our private workshops, experienced teaching artists engage groups in the process of creating one-of-a-kind pieces of art and working with the children from start to finish so everyone leaves with something they can be proud of. Choose from a selection of projects, all designed with the idea that participants can take their creations home the same day.

To inquire about a private workshop, please complete this form.

Accommodation & Accessibility

Fleisher’s Children and Youth programming seeks to be an accessible space to explore the arts for all learners. We strive to accommodate children with special individual needs. In order to determine how and if we can meet your child’s individual needs, please communicate to our staff as soon as needs are known. However, due to staffing limitations, children that do require a one-on-one at aide in a school setting are also required to have a grown-up and/or aide with them for each program session.

For students who may require accommodation, contact the Manager of Children & Youth Education to discuss your child’s specific needs. If your student requires an aide in the class, the aide must be approved by the Manager of Children & Youth Education and must have submitted the required clearances to Fleisher. Families are encouraged to provide staff with any information early and often that will help the Fleisher support their child. We recommend communicating in writing to cy@fleisher.org.

Please note that our Digital Lab, Darkroom, and Jewelry Studios are not wheelchair accessible. If you have questions about the accessibility of our spaces or programs including accessibility or assistive devices, contact the Manager of Children & Youth Education.