Animal Art Camp
Animal Art Camp, hosted by Mint Hill Arts, offers children ages 5-12 a creative day camp experience focused on various art forms inspired by animals.
▌ Editor's read The Mint Hill Arts website loads successfully and details various art camps, including the Animal Art Camp. Mint Hill Arts is a non-profit organization, as stated on their 'About Us' page. The Animal Art Camp is a day camp for children aged 5-12, running from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM, with a cost of $135 for members and $160 for non-members per week, according to the camp registration page. The website does not mention ACA accreditation or state licensing information. There is no specific staff-to-camper ratio listed, nor is there explicit language about staff background checks. Google reviews for Mint Hill Arts show a rating of 4.9 stars based on 23 reviews, with positive comments often highlighting the quality of art classes and the supportive environment. Social media handles found are @minthillarts on Instagram and 'minthillarts' on Facebook, both actively promoting their programs.
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Nonprofit operator501(c)(3) tax-exempt
Who thrives here Ages 6–12
Animal Art 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
- Nonprofit organization
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- Not listed
Details
- Category: Arts
- Ages: 6–12
- Hours: 3 hours per day
- Address: 11524 Bain School Road Suite #208, Mint Hill, NC 28227, USA
- Cost notes: USD. Supply fee of $30 to be paid directly to the instructor.
Logistics
- Lunch provided: No
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: mixed
Frequently asked about Animal Art Camp
- What ages does Animal Art Camp accept?
- Animal Art 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 Animal Art Camp cost?
- Animal Art Camp publishes $270/week for the standard session. USD. Supply fee of $30 to be paid directly to the instructor. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
- What are Animal Art Camp's hours?
- Animal Art Camp runs 3 hours per day. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
- Who runs Animal Art Camp?
- Animal 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 Animal Art Camp provide lunch?
- Animal 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.
- How does Animal Art Camp compare to other arts camps in Mint Hill?
- Animal Art Camp is one of 5 arts camps in Mint Hill 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.
Planning guides
Editorial checklists to use before you compare Animal Art Camp with other camps.
- How to choose a summer camp · Use the decision checklist before you compare finalists.
- Arts and performing arts camps guide · Compare portfolio, rehearsal, show, and creative fit.
- Financial aid and scholarship camps · Compare aid policies, discounts, and application timing.
- Summer camp pricing in 2026 · Benchmark weekly cost before you commit a deposit.
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