What ages does Teen Art Camp accept?

Teen Art Camp is open to children ages 13–18. 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 Teen Art Camp cost?

Teen Art Camp publishes $150/week for the standard session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.

Who runs Teen Art Camp?

Teen Art 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 Teen Art Camp provide lunch?

Teen Art 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.

▌ Arts · Ages 13–18

Teen Art Camp

Kansas City · $150/week

An art camp for teens offering instruction in various artistic mediums and techniques.

▌ Editor's read The Mattie Rhodes Center's website loads successfully, detailing their Westside Art Camps for 2026, including specific sessions for teens. The center is a non-profit organization, as indicated by their mission statement and 'About Us' section. The program type is day camp, with specific dates and times listed for each session. The website does not mention ACA accreditation or state licensing. While specific staff ratios are not published, the site does list contact information for camp inquiries. Google reviews for 'Mattie Rhodes Center' show a strong rating of 4.8 stars from 116 reviews, with themes praising their community involvement and art programs. Social media handles for Instagram (@mattierhodesart) and Facebook (MattieRhodesArt) are easily found on the website.

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Nonprofit operator501(c)(3) tax-exempt

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Who thrives here Ages 13–18

Teen Art Camp serves high-school campers, which means the program is competing against summer jobs, college visits, internships, and residential overnight options. The case for a day camp at this age is usually a CIT (counselor-in-training) track, deep specialization in arts, or a portfolio item parents and kids both value. Programs that don't articulate one of those three usually lose this age band by 9th grade.

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: Arts
Ages: 13–18
Address: Mattie Rhodes Art Center, 1701 Jarboe St, Kansas City, MO 64108
Phone: (816) 221-2349
Email: [email protected]

Logistics

Lunch provided: No
Transportation: No
Financial aid: No
Setting: indoor

Frequently asked about Teen Art Camp

What ages does Teen Art Camp accept?: Teen Art Camp is open to children ages 13–18. 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 Teen Art Camp cost?: Teen Art Camp publishes $150/week for the standard session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
Who runs Teen Art Camp?: Teen Art 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 Teen Art Camp provide lunch?: Teen Art 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.

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