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Center for Puppetry Arts - Puppet Camp

Atlanta · $380/week

Puppetry camp offering hands-on puppet creation, performance, and exploration of puppetry arts for various age groups.

▌ Editor's read The Center for Puppetry Arts Puppet Camp website loads successfully, detailing various week-long day camp programs for ages 5-12 and teens. The Center for Puppetry Arts, a nonprofit organization, was founded in 1978 by Vincent Anthony, indicating over 45 years of operation. Google reviews for the Center for Puppetry Arts (the parent organization) show a strong rating of 4.8 stars from over 3,800 reviews, with many praising the engaging exhibits and workshops. The camp is not listed as ACA accredited. The website provides information on camp themes, age groups, and registration, but does not explicitly mention staff-to-camper ratios or background check policies for staff. Social media handles for Instagram (@ctr_puppetry_arts) and Facebook (CenterforPuppetryArts) are easily found on the site.
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Since 198145+ years operating
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Nonprofit operator501(c)(3) tax-exempt
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Who thrives here Ages 5–12

Center for Puppetry Arts - Puppet Camp fits middle-elementary campers — old enough for skill-building to land, young enough that friend-group dynamics and counselor warmth still matter more than program rigor. Parents at this age band tend to prioritize a balanced rhythm of structured activity and unstructured play, which is the actual differentiator inside any given arts program.

Facts & Credentials

Program type
Day camp
ACA accredited
Not verified
Established
1981 (45 years)
Operator
Nonprofit organization
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Money & Policies

FSA eligible
Not FSA eligible
Session lengths
4-day · 5-day (full week) · 9-day
What campers take home
Campers take home a new puppet every day.

Details

  • Category: Arts
  • Ages: 5–12
  • Hours: of operation: 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
  • Address: 1404 Spring St NW, Atlanta, GA 30309
  • Phone: 404-873-3391
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Cost notes: USD. Early bird/multi-week discounts may be available. Member/non-member pricing may differ.

Logistics

  • Lunch provided: No
  • Transportation: No
  • Financial aid: No
  • Setting: mixed

Frequently asked about Center for Puppetry Arts - Puppet Camp

What ages does Center for Puppetry Arts - Puppet Camp accept?
Center for Puppetry Arts - Puppet Camp is open to children ages 5–12. Camps publish their own age cutoffs, and some run mixed-age groups internally; check the registration page for that summer's grouping if your child sits at a boundary.
How much does Center for Puppetry Arts - Puppet Camp cost?
Center for Puppetry Arts - Puppet Camp publishes $380/week for the standard session. That sits close to the $400 median for arts camps in Atlanta. USD. Early bird/multi-week discounts may be available. Member/non-member pricing may differ. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Center for Puppetry Arts - Puppet Camp's hours?
Center for Puppetry Arts - Puppet Camp runs of operation: 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Who runs Center for Puppetry Arts - Puppet Camp?
Center for Puppetry Arts - Puppet Camp is operated by a nonprofit organization, with 45 years of operating history. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
Does Center for Puppetry Arts - Puppet Camp provide lunch?
Center for Puppetry Arts - Puppet Camp does not include lunch — campers bring their own. Most day camps without provided lunch are nut-free or nut-aware, so check the allergy policy before packing. Frozen water bottles double as ice packs and drinks; insulated lunch boxes hold below 40°F for about four hours.
How does Center for Puppetry Arts - Puppet Camp compare to other arts camps in Atlanta?
Center for Puppetry Arts - Puppet Camp is one of 12 arts camps in Atlanta that overlap its age range. The differentiation between options usually comes down to four factors: weekly price, day length, indoor/outdoor balance, and group size. Browse same-city alternatives in the directory to compare side by side.

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