best visual-arts programs in Norwalk, CT

For over 50 years, Frontier Camp has been dedicated to making disciples of Jesus by sharing God’s Word amidst the beauty of His creation. Since our founding in 1969, we’ve been licensed by the Texas Department of State Health Services and are proudly accredited by the American Camping Association. We’re also a member of the Christian Camping and Conference Association. Our mission is to use Christian camping and outdoor recreation as a means to support local churches in fulfilling the Great Commission—evangelizing people of all ages and discipling believers toward deeper maturity in Christ. Frontier Camp offers a dual ministry: during the summer, we host a 10-week youth camp, and throughout the rest of the year, we serve as a retreat facility for churches and like-minded religious organizations. Whether through summer camps or retreats, our goal remains the same: to expose people to Christ and encourage their spiritual growth through His Word and by reflecting His character in everything we do. While we provide top-notch recreation and exciting programming, the heart of our camp is the spiritual impact, rooted in the truth of God’s inerrant Word.

At Stepping Stones Museum for Children, we take playtime seriously. We recognize that children learn the most effective through play and exploration. Our museum is devoted to broadening educational opportunities for kids ages 10 and under and helping them gain a better understanding of the world. We strive to nurture a stimulating environment that encourages lifelong learning and assists parents, teachers, and caregivers in the development of children’s curiosity. Our toddler and preschool activities are designed to engage small minds and develop a love of learning. We also offer party spaces for bookings, ideal for special occasions.

At Green Moon, we believe in educating the whole child, emotionally, socially, physically, and cognitively. We especially focus on an experience-based, interdisciplinary, and collaborative setting. Our instructors strive to assess and highlight the interests of each individual child and use them as learning tools. We emphasize process over product, helping children to immerse themselves in the artistic process and explore it to their fullest potential. Through this approach, children can develop fundamental skills while also creating unique works of art.

At Junior Art & Music (JAM), young and old artists and musicians can explore their craft in a supportive and nurturing environment. As a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization, JAM focuses on providing a creative haven for those in the greater Norwalk, CT area, especially underserved communities. Through partnerships with local organizations, JAM Studio offers process-oriented art and music enrichment activities that are tailored to the needs of inner-city youth, children with special needs, and adults with special needs. At JAM, everyone can participate in activities that are tailored to their creative needs. The goal is to provide the community with an opportunity to engage in art and music enrichment activities in a supportive environment. By partnering with local organizations, JAM is able to make these activities available to underserved communities in the greater Norwalk, CT area. Whether it’s inner-city youth or children and adults with special needs, JAM strives to provide the same creative haven for everybody. At JAM, the mission is to foster creativity in a safe and inviting space. From learning music to creating art, JAM provides the opportunity for young and old to hone their craft and share it with the community. Through partnerships with local organizations, JAM Studio is able to reach out to underserved communities in the greater Norwalk, CT area and offer process-oriented art and music enrichment activities specifically tailored for inner-city youth, children, and adults with special needs.

Since 1971, Mary Ann Hall’s Music for Children™ has brought the joy of music to thousands of children nationwide. Our multi-sensory, age-appropriate curriculum will have your children reading music with their eyes, ears, and whole bodies! Each class is unique and artfully tells a story through song, dance, drama, rhythm, and rhyme. Live guitar, ukulele, piano & voice every week. To rescue the music from an isolated and insulated place and to dance music back into our everyday. To contribute to the development of musicianship and a lifelong enjoyment of music by connecting the ART of the MUSIC with the HEART of the CHILD™. To share the “Why,” the “How,” and the “Wow” of developing the young child’s musical intelligence by connecting with music educators, early childhood educators, parents, and other caregivers. Mary Ann Hall created MUSIC FOR CHILDREN™ in 1973, before most other early childhood programs that seem so prevalent today existed. As a Master's Degreed early childhood educator from the University of Michigan, Mary Ann understands the role of music in empowering children and developing their self-esteem and learning skills. With Music For Children & Beyond, Mary Ann and her highly trained and skilled faculty nurture children's innate musical abilities and sensibilities. Unlike traditional music classes, our program does not “isolate” the music. We incorporate drama, dance, art, storytelling, and imaginary play so children internalize the music, and connect to it physically and emotionally. True musicianship should grow from within…then be danced into the everyday!