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Interlochen Arts Camp — 1-Week Intensive

Northern Michigan · $2,050/week · ★ 4.7 (243 reviews)

Interlochen Arts Camp offers intensive one-week programs for young artists in various disciplines.

▌ Editor's read The Interlochen Arts Camp website loads successfully, offering detailed information about its programs. It is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) through 2025, ensuring adherence to recognized standards for health, safety, and program quality. The camp, founded by Joseph E. Maddy, has been operating for 97 years, establishing a strong legacy in arts education. Interlochen Arts Camp is a nonprofit organization and offers overnight programs. The website mentions that all staff undergo background checks. Google reviews for 'Interlochen Arts Camp' show an average rating of 4.7 stars based on over 1,000 reviews, with many reviewers praising the high quality of instruction, the supportive environment, and the transformative experiences for young artists. The camp's social media presence includes an active Instagram handle @interlochenarts and a Facebook page 'interlochenarts'.
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ACA-accredited~300 standards audited
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Since 192997+ years operating
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Nonprofit operator501(c)(3) tax-exempt
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Who thrives here Ages 8–18

Interlochen Arts Camp — 1-Week Intensive is built for middle-school campers — an age where leadership tracks, deeper specialization, and identity exploration take over from generalist day-camp formats. arts programs that thrive at this age publish a clear weekly progression rather than a rotating activity menu, and the staff-to-camper conversation usually matters more than the activity list.

Facts & Credentials

Program type
Overnight camp
ACA accredited
Yes
Established
1929 (97 years)
Operator
Nonprofit organization
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: Arts
  • Ages: 8–18
  • Hours: Residential (24-hour program)
  • Address: 4000 J Maddy Pkwy, Interlochen, MI 49643
  • Phone: (231) 276-7471
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Cost notes: $2,050 for 1-week intensive. Not eligible for financial aid.

Runs Residential (24-hour program), 1 session (1 one-week), from Jun 20 to Jun 26.

Sessions

Bookable units published by the camp. Each row is a one-week session.

  • Session 1 Jun 20 – 26, 2026 · 1 week

↗ What parents like

  • Intensive, focused program
  • World-class instruction

↘ Watch for

  • No financial aid available
  • Short duration

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Interlochen Arts Camp — 1-Week Intensive

What ages does Interlochen Arts Camp — 1-Week Intensive accept?
Interlochen Arts Camp — 1-Week Intensive is open to children ages 8–18. 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 Interlochen Arts Camp — 1-Week Intensive cost?
Interlochen Arts Camp — 1-Week Intensive publishes $2,050/week for the standard session. That sits close to the $2,083 median for arts camps in Interlochen. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Interlochen Arts Camp — 1-Week Intensive's hours?
Interlochen Arts Camp — 1-Week Intensive runs Residential (24-hour program). If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Is Interlochen Arts Camp — 1-Week Intensive accredited?
Yes — Interlochen Arts Camp — 1-Week Intensive is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) and has been operating for 97 years. ACA accreditation means the camp has been audited against ~300 health, safety, and program-quality standards covering staffing, supervision ratios, emergency response, and program design.
Who runs Interlochen Arts Camp — 1-Week Intensive?
Interlochen Arts Camp — 1-Week Intensive is operated by a nonprofit organization, with 97 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 Interlochen Arts Camp — 1-Week Intensive provide lunch?
Interlochen Arts Camp — 1-Week Intensive 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 Interlochen Arts Camp — 1-Week Intensive compare to other arts camps in Interlochen?
Interlochen Arts Camp — 1-Week Intensive is one of 22 arts camps in Interlochen 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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