Crafts from History
A day camp where children explore history through hands-on craft projects inspired by different cultures and time
▌ Editor's read The website historicalarts.org loads and provides information about their arts camps, which are day camps held at Seattle Mennonite Church. The organization, Historical Arts & Cultural Education, is a 501(c)(3) non-profit, founded by Naomi Cashman, and has been operating for 25 years. They offer camps for ages 6-14 with themes such as 'Viking Age' and 'Medieval Europe,' focusing on hands-on historical crafts. The website states that all staff and volunteers undergo background checks. Google reviews for 'Historical Arts & Cultural Education' show a 5.0-star rating from 11 reviews, with parents praising the unique educational experience and engaging activities. The camp is not listed as ACA accredited.
Who thrives here Ages 6–12
Crafts from History 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
- 2001 (25 years)
- Operator
- Nonprofit organization
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- Not listed
Details
- Category: Arts
- Ages: 6–12
- Hours: 10am-1pm
- Address: 3120 NE 125th St, Seattle, WA 98125
- Phone: (206) 729-0919
- Email: [email protected]
- Cost notes: USD. Sliding scale fee from $225 to $550.
Logistics
- Lunch provided: No
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: mixed
Frequently asked about Crafts from History
- What ages does Crafts from History accept?
- Crafts from History 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 Crafts from History cost?
- Crafts from History publishes $375/week for the standard session. USD. Sliding scale fee from $225 to $550. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
- What are Crafts from History's hours?
- Crafts from History runs 10am-1pm. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
- Who runs Crafts from History?
- Crafts from History is operated by a nonprofit organization, with 25 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 Crafts from History provide lunch?
- Crafts from History 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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