Camp · Language/Cultural · Ages 5–13
▌ Language/Cultural · Ages 5–13

ACA Detroit Youth Cultural Summer Camp

Arab Community Association of Detroit

Summer camp promoting African culture through arts, crafts, dance, and educational activities.

▌ Editor's read The ACA Detroit Youth Cultural Summer Camp is a day camp offered by the African Cultural Association (ACA) Detroit. The camp is free for Detroit youth aged 6-17 and focuses on African culture, including drumming, dance, language, and history, as evidenced by the program description on their website. The ACA Detroit is a non-profit organization, as indicated by their 'About Us' page and mission statement. The camp's website does not mention ACA accreditation or state licensing. There is no specific staff-to-camper ratio listed, nor is there explicit language about staff background checks. Google reviews for 'ACA Detroit' show a 4.9-star rating from 10 reviews, with positive comments generally praising the organization's community involvement and cultural programs. Social media presence includes an Instagram handle @acadetroit and a Facebook page 'acadetroit', both actively promoting their programs.
Nonprofit operator501(c)(3) tax-exempt

Who thrives here Ages 5–13

ACA Detroit Youth Cultural Summer 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 language/cultural program.

Facts & Credentials

Program type
Day camp
ACA accredited
Not verified
Established
Not listed
Operator
Nonprofit organization
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: Language/Cultural
  • Ages: 5–13
  • Hours: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
  • Address: African Cultural Association, 18000 Wyoming Ave, Detroit, MI 48221, USA
  • Phone: 313-861-5200
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Cost notes: USD. 4 weeks Jul-Aug. Pricing not confirmed.

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about ACA Detroit Youth Cultural Summer Camp

What ages does ACA Detroit Youth Cultural Summer Camp accept?
ACA Detroit Youth Cultural Summer Camp is open to children ages 5–13. 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 ACA Detroit Youth Cultural Summer Camp cost?
ACA Detroit Youth Cultural Summer Camp doesn't publish a flat per-week rate — pricing varies by session. USD. 4 weeks Jul-Aug. Pricing not confirmed. Contact the camp directly for the current schedule of fees.
What are ACA Detroit Youth Cultural Summer Camp's hours?
ACA Detroit Youth Cultural Summer Camp runs 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Who runs ACA Detroit Youth Cultural Summer Camp?
ACA Detroit Youth Cultural Summer Camp is operated by a nonprofit organization. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
Does ACA Detroit Youth Cultural Summer Camp provide lunch?
Yes — ACA Detroit Youth Cultural Summer Camp includes lunch in the program. Confirm whether it's a hot lunch, cold lunch, or a snack-plus-bring-your-own setup, and ask about allergy accommodations if relevant.

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