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Turn a week of summer into hands-on learning: Branch Out: Masterpiece Mashup invites K–8 students in Lake Charles to remix famous artworks into original pieces. Small classes, CPSB-certified teachers, and a July exhibit give young artists technique and an audience.
Turn a week of summer into hands-on learning: Branch Out: Masterpiece Mashup invites K–8 students in Lake Charles to remix famous artworks into original pieces. Small classes, CPSB-certified teachers, and a July exhibit give young artists technique and an audience.
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Operated by Imperial Calcasieu Museum · Lake Charles, Louisiana
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5 days (half-day and full-day options).
Light: campers should be able to sit and use hands for 2–6 hours a day and manage brief transitions independently
Open to students who have completed kindergarten through eighth grade; no exceptions.
Masterpiece Mashup runs July 6–10 and July 13–17, with the exhibit on display July 30–August 8.
Yes—both half-day and full-day options are available for all camp weeks.
All instructors are certified teachers from the Calcasieu Parish School Board and experienced art professionals.
Classes are grouped by age with a maximum of 12 students per class and an overall weekly cap of 48 students.
Register online via the provided referral link; priority registration in March secures lower tuition and increases the chance of receiving a camp t-shirt.
All instructors are certified Calcasieu Parish School Board teachers; the camp culminates in a public Branch Out Art Camp Show that showcases student work.
The program emphasizes non-toxic materials and encourages paper recycling and the reuse of scrap materials to reduce studio waste.
Imperial Calcasieu Museum, located in Lake Charles, Louisiana, is a nonprofit cultural institution dedicated to preserving and interpreting the history and creative traditions of Southwest Louisiana. The museum presents rotating exhibits, community programs, and special events that highlight local heritage and visual arts. Programming ranges from family-focused experiences to seasonal public events staged under the museum’s historic Sallier Oak, a landmark setting that connects visitors with regional stories. The museum’s events include signature experiences such as Lighting of the Oak: SPIRITS, held on October 23. That evening combines storytelling by local historian Adley Cormier, immersive performances by roaming interpreters, and support for the museum’s nonprofit mission. Another public offering is the Kidz Birthday Party program, which provides a guided painting session, a curated museum tour, and free playtime, with cleanup handled by staff to simplify planning for families. These programs are designed to engage children and adults with hands-on art-making and local history. Imperial Calcasieu Museum partners with regional artists, historians, and community organizations to maintain programming that is both educational and welcoming. The museum’s nonprofit status and reliance on community support underscore a commitment to access and preservation. Visitors seeking authentic cultural experiences in Lake Charles will find museum events that prioritize storytelling, creative participation, and the unique traditions of Southwest Louisiana. As a civic resource in Lake Charles, the museum maintains regular hours, hosts community-driven exhibitions, and documents regional stories through collections, educational outreach, and event programming that reflect local identity and support cultural tourism in Southwest Louisiana.
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