ART START!

Creative explorations for our youngest budding artists

The Art Gallery of Peterborough offers Art Start! a program for young children looking to learn art basics. Designed for children aged 4-6, this program offers fun, experimental activities and projects designed to foster an appreciation and excitement for art and art making from a young age.

January:
Colourful Creations

Saturday, January 25, 2025

1:00 pm to 4:00 pm
Suitable for ages 4-6

Introduce young artists to color mixing and brush techniques using non-toxic paints. Children will enjoy experimenting while creating vibrant artwork to take home.

This is a registered program

Fee: Half-day, $33 | $29.70 AGP Members

February:
Fun with Shapes

Saturday, February 22, 2025

1:00 pm to 4:00 pm
Suitable for ages 4-6

Explore basic shapes through drawing and cutting. Children will create fun collages using different materials, developing their fine motor skills and creativity.

This is a registered program

Fee: Half-day, $33 | $29.70 AGP Members

March:
Puppet Making

Saturday, March 29, 2025

1:00 pm to 4:00 pm
Suitable for ages 4-6

Join us for a delightful puppet-making workshop! Participants will craft their own puppets using paper and fabric, inspiring imaginative play and storytelling.

This is a registered program

Fee: Half-day, $33 | $29.70 AGP Members

April:
Sensory Art

Saturday, April 26, 2025

1:00 pm to 4:00 pm
Suitable for ages 4-6

Engage the senses with textured art! Children will use materials like sand, fabric, and paint to create tactile masterpieces, encouraging exploration and creativity.

This is a registered program.
Registration opens January 1, 2025.

Fee: Half-day, $33 | $29.70 AGP Members

May:
Under the Sea

Saturday, May 31, 2025

1:00 pm to 4:00 pm
Suitable for ages 4-6

Dive into underwater creativity! Participants will paint and create sea-themed art using various materials, sparking their imagination and love for ocean life.

This is a registered program.
Registration opens January 1, 2025

Fee: Half-day, $33 | $29.70 AGP Members

June:
Simple Printmaking

Saturday, June 28, 2025

1:00 pm to 4:00 pm
Suitable for ages 4-6

Introduction to basic printmaking techniques with stamps and sponges. Children will create colourful prints while exploring patterns and textures in a fun, hands-on way.

This is a registered program.
Registration opens January 1, 2025

Fee: Half-day, $33 | $29.70 AGP Members

Ways to Register:

There are three easy options for registering your child for an AGP Program:

  1. Click on the links provided to register online (made available when registration is live)
  2. Call us at 705 743 9179 to register your child over the phone.
  3. OR, register in person during your next visit to the Art Gallery of Peterborough.

General Information

All participants will need to complete and return a Health and Information Form prior to the beginning of the program. You can email your completed forms to the Education Programming Coordinator at the email listed below:

Andrew Ihamaki
Education Programming Coordinator
aihamaki@peterborough.ca
705 743 9179 ext. 2025

For more information about AGP Child and Youth Program Policies, refunds, cancellations, etc. please visit our General Information for Child and Youth Programs section.

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