Our Tactile Art camp, running from July 14th to 16th, invites school-aged youth ages 6 and up to explore their creativity through touchable, hands-on art projects. Using a variety of artistic mediums, participants will create unique pieces designed to be experienced through texture and form. This inclusive and sensory-rich experience encourages self-expression and artistic discovery in a fun and supportive environment.
The Lighthouse of Houston is excited to announce our Youth Specialty Camps for children and teens who are blind or low vision. These are a series of specialty mini-camps. Don’t miss this chance to empower your child through skill-building, creativity, and connection.
What: A series of themed mini-camps
When: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday from 9:30am-12:30pm.
Where: The Lighthouse of Houston. 3602 W. Dallas St., Houston, TX 77019
Cost: $10 Registration fee per week (snacks and beverages daily)
*If scholarships are needed, please contact Kathy Trimm at ktrimm@houstonlighthouse.org or 713-284-8424
Dates
June 9-11 – SPORTS CAMP (For school-aged youth, ages 6+) – Swimming, Self-Defense, and accessible sports.
June 16-18 – PERFORMING ARTS (For school-aged youth, ages 6+) – Students will work with trained professionals, including the Open Dance Project, to learn basics of performance arts and dance.
June 23-25 – BEGINNING BRAILLE EXPLORERS (For school-aged youth, ages 6+) Students will use play and tactile exploration to experience basic uncontracted braille.
July 7-9 – STEM (For school-aged youth, ages 6+) – Activities will include a visit from the Houston Museum for an opportunity to touch the artifacts, among other accessible science activities.
July 14-16 – TACTILE ART (For school-aged youth, ages 6+) – An array of various artistic medium will be used to create touchable art.
July 21-23 – SHINE & DINE (For teens ages 13-19) – Clean-up, Dress-up, and Eat-up – This class is for visually impaired teens who would enjoy learning accessible tricks to manage their skincare and hygiene routines, organize clothing for easy matching and pairing, and appropriate table manners, culminating in a shared meal to “shine and dine.”
For more information please contact Youth and Adult services at 713-284-8429 or email youthadultservices@houstonlighthouse.org.
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