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▌ Arts · Ages 6–12

Summer Arts Camp

Walters Cultural Arts Center · $200/week

A creative arts camp for children to explore various art forms and express themselves.

▌ Editor's read The Hillsboro Parks & Recreation website loads successfully and details their Summer Arts Camp offerings at the Walters Cultural Arts Center. The camp is a day program, with various sessions available for different age groups (e.g., ages 6-8, 9-12). It is owned and operated by the City of Hillsboro's Parks & Recreation department, indicating a municipal ownership structure. The website states, 'All staff are background checked,' demonstrating a commitment to safety. While specific Google reviews for 'Summer Arts Camp Hillsboro' were not readily available, Hillsboro Parks & Recreation generally holds a strong reputation. The camp is not accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA). Social media handles for Hillsboro Parks & Recreation are @hillsboroparksandrec on Instagram and HillsboroParksandRec on Facebook.
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Who thrives here Ages 6–12

Summer Arts 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
Not listed
Operator
Municipal parks department
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: Arts
  • Ages: 6–12
  • Hours: 9:00 AM - 3:30 PM
  • Address: Shute Park Aquatic & Recreation Center, 953 SE Maple St, Hillsboro, OR 97123
  • Phone: 503-681-6120
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Cost notes: $285 Resident, $350 Non-Resident

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Summer Arts Camp

What ages does Summer Arts Camp accept?
Summer Arts Camp is open to children ages 6–12. 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 Summer Arts Camp cost?
Summer Arts Camp publishes $200/week for the standard session. $285 Resident, $350 Non-Resident Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Summer Arts Camp's hours?
Summer Arts Camp runs 9:00 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 Summer Arts Camp?
Summer Arts Camp is operated by the local parks department. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
Does Summer Arts Camp provide lunch?
Summer Arts 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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