In the era of technology, many kids are starting to replace old fun kid activities for hours in front of a screen. Of course, there are many educational cartoons and videos for them, but we as parents don’t want our kids’ worlds to be just that.
Childhood is the stage of life in which personalities start to form, and what better way to give our little ones as many good influences as we can?
Art is naturally linked to creativity, an attribute that is increasingly being touted as one of the most important factors for the success of individuals, organizations, and cultures. Giving children the tools to create freely is essential to a healthy and happy childhood.
Denver has tons of options to offer crafty kids. They can try something new or find a class on something they already love!
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2630 W Belleview Ave, Littleton, CO 80123, USA
artSPARK Creative Studio
artSPARK is a great spot for kids to explore their creativity and imagination by expressing themselves through the joys of art.2
Where: Programs in North and West Denver
Abrakadoodle
Abrakadoodle Art Classes for kids are all about creativity! Kids use their imaginations while using a wide variety of materials, such as paints, wire, clays, and more. Your little one will explore artists, techniques, world cultures, and more. Art classes are divided into age groups. You will also find Art Camps which include art lessons, music, games, crafts, and special activities!3
6100 E 23rd Ave, Denver, CO 80207, USA
Art Garage
The Art Garage offers high-quality art classes taught by expert and professional artists for people of all ages!4
100 W 14th Ave Pkwy, Denver, CO 80203, USA
Denver Art Museum
The Denver Art Museum is a nonprofit that is as educational as it is inspiring.5
2121 Children's Museum Dr, Denver, CO 80211, USA
The Children's Museum of Denver
The Children's Museum of Denver is certainly one of the top children's museums in the entire country!6
1335 E 22nd Ave, Denver, CO 80205, USA
The Craftsman & Apprentice
The Craftsman & Apprentice is dedicated to creating community through handcraft education and experiential learning.7
715 S Forest St, Denver, CO 80246, USA
The Art Barn
Every class at The Art Barn is a unique creative experience and guaranteed to bring out kids’ inner artists. Class sizes are kept small and spaces fill quickly! Besides classes, parents can create a memorable birthday party for their child with the all-inclusive Art Barn birthday party experience!8
1250 Bannock St, Denver, CO 80204, USA
Clyfford Still Museum
The Clyfford Still Museum is a breathtaking art museum dedicated to the mysterious life and revolutionary art of one of modern art's greatest innovators, Clyfford Still.9
Where: NW Denver & Boulder
Young Rembrandts
Young Rembrandts are the top art franchise offering drawing classes for preschool and elementary kids. YR Franchisees are local leaders who use art to create opportunities for young learners to grow into awesome kids!10
Where: 350 S Dahlia St, Denver, CO 80246
Mizel Arts and Culture Center
MACC “Illuminates the Human Experience” through creative and cultural programs in the performing, visual, cinematic, and literary arts for the Jewish community and the Denver community at large. The Art Academy offers visual arts and pottery classes for adults (year-round), teens (fall), and children (summer only).11
Where: 29 S Fox St, Denver, CO
Ink Lounge
A field trip to Ink Lounge allows youth to experience a professional design & screen print studio. Kids will learn about the screen printing process, everyone will pull a print supporting a social issue. Field Trips are for youth, K-12 to university level & youth-focused non-profits.12
Where: 200 Grant St Denver, CO 80203
Art Students League of Denver
The Art Students League of Denver offers courses and programs that foster growth for artists at every level. It offers ongoing classes, workshops, and summer camps that provide hands-on experiences for all ages and ability levels.13
Where: 31880 Rocky Village Drive, Evergreen, CO 80439
Center For The Arts Evergreen
The Center For The Arts Evergreen has something for all ages, from toddlers to teens, there’s a class for them where they can expand their knowledge of art and get first-hand experience building something with clay. The center offers drop-in classes in ceramics for kids.14
Where: 5214 East Colfax Ave Denver, CO 80220
Ceramics in the City
Ceramics in the City offers pottery painting, clay hand-building, pottery wheels, kids’ school programs, adult classes, and more! You will also find after-school and summer break programs for kids 7 and older. Projects include clay hand-building, pottery glazing & painting, glass fusing, and pottery wheels.15
965 Santa Fe Dr, Denver, CO 80204, USA
