Art Kids Camp at Tates Creek Ballroom
Art Kids Camp at Tates Creek Ballroom, offered by Lexington Parks & Recreation, provides a creative day camp experience for children aged 6-12 in Lexington, KY.
▌ Editor's read The provided website is for Lexington Parks & Recreation, which lists 'Art Kids Camp at Tates Creek Ballroom' as one of its summer camp offerings. The camp is a day program for children aged 6-12, focusing on art activities. It is operated by a municipal parks department, indicating a public entity owner type. The website explicitly states that 'All Parks & Recreation staff are background checked and trained in CPR and First Aid,' which is a significant safety strength. There is no mention of ACA accreditation, nor could any specific state license number for this particular camp be found on the site. The Lexington Parks & Recreation Facebook page is 'LexingtonKYParks'. Google reviews for 'Lexington Parks & Recreation' show a 4.5-star rating from 1,000+ reviews, but no specific reviews for 'Art Kids Camp at Tates Creek Ballroom' were found.
Who thrives here Ages 7–13
Art Kids Camp at Tates Creek Ballroom sits in the upper-elementary to middle-school window where specialization starts to mean something. Kids in this band often want to go deeper on one thing rather than rotate through five, and many camps begin offering pre-CIT (counselor-in-training) tracks here. The right arts fit at this age depends on whether the child wants more autonomy or still wants the safety of a structured rhythm.
Facts & Credentials
- Program type
- Day camp
- ACA accredited
- Not verified
- Established
- Not listed
- Operator
- Municipal parks department
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- Not listed
Details
- Category: Arts
- Ages: 7–13
- Hours: 8:00 AM - 5:30 PM
- Address: 1400 Gainesway Dr, Lexington, KY 40517, USA
- Cost notes: USD
Logistics
- Lunch provided: No
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: mixed
Frequently asked about Art Kids Camp at Tates Creek Ballroom
- What ages does Art Kids Camp at Tates Creek Ballroom accept?
- Art Kids Camp at Tates Creek Ballroom is open to children ages 7–13. 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 Art Kids Camp at Tates Creek Ballroom cost?
- Art Kids Camp at Tates Creek Ballroom publishes $150/week for the standard session. USD Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
- What are Art Kids Camp at Tates Creek Ballroom's hours?
- Art Kids Camp at Tates Creek Ballroom runs 8:00 AM - 5:30 PM. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
- Who runs Art Kids Camp at Tates Creek Ballroom?
- Art Kids Camp at Tates Creek Ballroom 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 Art Kids Camp at Tates Creek Ballroom provide lunch?
- Art Kids Camp at Tates Creek Ballroom 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.
Planning guides
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- Lexington Catholic High School - Youth Volleyball Camp (4th-6th Grade) · Lexington · Ages 9–12 · $90/week
- Lexington Catholic High School - Youth Volleyball Camp (7th-8th Grade) · Lexington · Ages 12–14 · $120/week
- Lexington Parks and Recreation Summer Camps · Various locations in Lexington, KY · Ages 3–17