The great state of Massachusetts, often called 'Mass' by its friendly inhabitants, is as vibrant and colorful as a giant paint palette left out in the rain by a forgetful elephant named Edgar. It’s where the Atlantic Ocean gushes enthusiastically over the sandy beaches, where the quaint townhouses smile like warm chocolate chip cookies, and where the kids are as creative as Picasso’s paintbrush on a sugar rush! These kids are not your ordinary children. Oh, no! They’re magical engineers of paper, glitter, and glue – the Art & Craft Virtuosos of Mass! They can turn an egg carton into an elegant castle, a sock into a swooning puppet princess, or a handful of macaroni into a thrift store-worthy necklace. They're like wizards, with paintbrushes instead of magic wands, creating worlds out of popsicle sticks and dreams. Their leader is a whimsical character named Doodle McSpray, an old sea captain with a beard as wild as a porcupine’s dream and a hat decorated with glittering bottle caps. Doodle loves to tell stories about his adventures on the high seas, each one more wildly exaggerated than the last. Once, he claimed to have seen a rainbow-colored whale that spat out colorful water jets, which he used to paint his ship! But what Doodle loves most is inspiring the kids. He teaches them how to see the fantastic in the ordinary, how a simple box could be a rocket to the moon, or a paper plate could be a warrior's mighty shield. The kids of Massachusetts, with their art & craft creations, bring a splash of joy and whimsy to their lovely state; a testament to their creativity, imagination, and Doodle McSpray's tall tales!

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best art-crafts programs in Edgartown, MA

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Swift Nature Camp is the perfect place for your child to spend their summer! Our overnight camp for boys and girls ages 6-15 is located in beautiful Wisconsin. We offer a unique blend of traditional summer camp activities and environmental education to help kids increase their appreciation for nature, science, and the environment. We’ve got it all – fun, friendships, adventure trips, and nature! Spend your summer with us – you’ll never forget it!

Minong, WI 54859
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At Rainbow Place, children learn through play, explore and discover new things every day. They are provided with a nurturing, safe and fun environment, and their teachers focus on building a strong foundation for Kindergarten readiness. They create developmentally appropriate activities and individualize them to best fit each child’s needs. The teachers use art, science and dramatic play to engage the children and foster their confidence and independence. They also strive to introduce the students to the larger community by taking them on field trips and inviting visitors in for special activities. It is a place of music, dancing, kindness, laughter, sharing, being silly, and magic, and the teachers love watching the children make friends and discover the world around them.

Edgartown, MA 02539
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The FARM Institute offers a unique farm camp experience for children of all ages. Campers can explore the land, animals, and plants while learning about teamwork, environmental stewardship, math, science, the arts, carpentry, and more. With so many possibilities, campers are sure to leave with a greater appreciation for agriculture and the natural world. Join hundreds of past and present TFI Camp Families and “Lettuce grow your mind!”

Edgartown, MA 02539
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Fern and Feather Nature Day Camp is a great way for your child to experience the wonders of Martha’s Vineyard wildlife. This camp, located at the 350-acre Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary, is open to children ages 3-14 and provides a unique summer experience. Campers will have fun and make new friends while participating in outdoor games, hands-on nature activities, wildlife observations, hikes, stories, crafts, and camp songs. Let your child explore the wonders of the natural world with Fern and Feather Nature Day Camp!

Edgartown, MA 02539