Summer Art Camp
Adventures in Clay
Ages 10 to 14
Celebrate creativity and tradition at Adventures in Clay, a special 6-day summer camp at the ZMA as it marks its 90th anniversary! Designed for young artists ready to get their hands dirty, this immersive camp explores the art of ceramics through both hand building and wheel throwing. Campers will pinch, coil, slab, and sculpt unique creations, then take a spin at the pottery wheel to craft functional and decorative pieces of their own. Inspired by the region’s rich clay heritage and the museum’s nine decades of artistic excellence, participants will connect past and present while building skills, confidence, and creativity. Join us as we celebrate 90 years of art by shaping the next generation of makers—one piece of clay at a time!
Your creations will dry over the following weeks and be fired by ZMA staff. Return to the ZMA on July 10, 1:30–4:30pm* to finish your pieces with a wide variety of colorful glazes.
All supplies and a light snack are provided.
Monday– Friday, June 1–5, 1:30–4:30pm AND Friday, July 10, 1:30–4:30pm* at the ZMA.
$145 for members
$290 for not-yet-members
Summer Art Camp Registration begins March 2, 2026 for Fellow level and above museum members and open registration begins March 16, 2026.
Instructor: Robin Schuricht
Robin is a retired educator who loves the visual arts. She has over 20 years of museum education experience. She paints, makes pottery, draws, and sculpts using unusual materials. She loves to share her artistic passions with others and loves working with kids.
*If you are unable to come to the glazing day, the ZMA education staff will work with your schedule to plan a time to finish your pieces.
Did you know that as a museum member, you can save BIG when you register for our exciting classes?
Become a member at the Household level, and save 50% on classes and workshops! Become a member at the Fellow level and gain access to early Summer Art Camp registration.
Cancellation Policy
You may cancel your summer art camp registration for a full refund if the cancellation occurs before the registration deadline of the camp. The ZMA cannot offer refunds for missing one or more days of a camp. No refunds will be offered after the first day of each camp. For any questions on the cancellation policy or ZMA Summer Art Camp, please contact education coordinator Misty Johnson at (740) 452-0741 ex 202 or misty@zanesvilleart.org.