UH ARTS DISTRICT
SUMMER CAMP
Build your artistry, make new friends,
and explore art through playful discovery!
2026 UH Arts District Summer Camp
Join us at the University of Houston Arts District for a creative summer day camp for children ages 6–12 that explores art, theater, music, architecture, and design through hands-on projects and playful discovery.
Each week focuses on a different creative world, with campus field trips, engaging games, and art-making activities that introduce kids to new skills and university spaces. Campers work on fun, interactive projects while connecting creative expression to the Public Art UHS collection. It’s an exciting and enriching way for children to explore their artistic interests and experience the energy of a college campus.
SESSION 1: June 8 - 12
Set Design | Campers go behind the scenes of the Wortham Theater to explore how sets are built. After visiting a real set design shop, students develop their own story, then design and create their own miniature stage environment.
SESSION 2: June 15th - 19th
Architecture & Design | Students explore how buildings and spaces are designed. After visiting the art and architecture library and exploring university student and professional architectural models, campers design and build their own structures, learning how ideas become spaces we use every day.
SESSION 3: June 22nd - 26th
Music & Art | Each day begins with live music and ends in the art studio. Campers listen, move, and respond to performances by creating artwork in a different medium each afternoon, discovering how sound can inspire visual art.
For other inquiries, please email zmbuske@cougarnet.uh.edu or call (713) 743-9228
Camp Details & Requirements
Manager of Education and Engagement
Zoie Buske
Zoie is the Manager of Education and Engagement for Public Art of the University of Houston System, where she works to connect K-12 students and educators with the university’s public art collection. Zoie is passionate about igniting curiosity, inspiring creativity, and fostering lifelong engagement with the arts. Zoie’s favorite artist in the University of Houston’s Public Art Collection is Carlos Cruz Diez.
Teaching Artist
Claudia Montero
Claudia Montero is a Teaching Artist for Public Art UHS where she plans and presents engaging object-based tours for students in grades K-12. With 12 years of experience teaching elementary art, Claudia has a strong background in fostering creativity and artistic development in children. She has a deep passion for painting and is dedicated to nurturing young artistic talent. Claudia is excited to guide campers in their creative journey at Public Art UHS Camp.
| Participation Type | Includes | Early Bird Payment (March 1) |
Priority Payment (April 1) |
Late Payment (May 1) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Commuter | Tuition (lunch not provided) |
$250 | $300 | $350 |
Once your registration form is processed, a confirmation email with your payment link and additional details will be sent from caa@central.uh.edu. If you don’t receive a confirmation, please contact zmbuske@cougarnet.uh.edu to update your email address.
Daily Schedule:
- Drop off begins daily at 9:00 a.m., followed by activities and events from 9:30 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Note: On the first day of camp, drop off begins at 8:00am. Parents are required to walk their camper in. On the last day of camp, students will have the opportunity to display their work from 2:00pm - 3:00pm. We encourage parents to come see their camper’s work on display before taking it home.
Important Notes:
- Campers will explore various artistic disciplines, learn new skills, and work on interactive projects.
- Campers will be working on a project each day of the camp, allowing them to apply what they’ve learned and showcase their creativity.
- Lunch WILL NOT BE provided; students will need to bring their own lunch and a water bottle.
Location:
Elgin Street Studios
University of Houston
4224 Elgin St Cullen Blvd, Houston, TX 77004
Q: Will lunch be provided for summer camp students?
A: No, lunch will not be provided. Please ensure your child brings a packed lunch
and a water bottle.
Q: Can my child carpool with another student to/from camp? What if someone else needs
to pick them up?
A: Students are allowed to carpool or be picked up by someone other than their listed
parent/guardian ONLY if the authorized person is listed in our records. That list
can be updated anytime by emailing pauhs@uh.edu with the subject line: Public Art UHS Summer Camp Pick Up Authorization.
Q: Do you offer any discounts?
A: We encourage students to take advantage of our Early Bird and Priority Registration
deadlines for discounted tuition.
Q: How/when do I pay?
A: Once your registration form is processed, we will email you a confirmation with
your online payment link and any additional information needed. Emails will be sent
from caa@central.uh.edu. If you do not receive a confirmation email, there was likely a typo in your email
address; please email zmbuske@cougarnet.uh.edu to update your contact information.
Payment deadlines are posted in our “important dates” section.
Q: What’s your refund policy?
A: A $100 non-refundable deposit is included in tuition. Partial refunds are available
before May 1. No refunds will be issued after May 1.
Q: When will I receive more info?
A: Our staff will send a detailed schedule and student handbook in the weeks before
camp.
Q: Who do I contact with questions?
A: Email zmbuske@cougarnet.uh.edu with any additional questions or concerns.
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