This list will be updated with more classes and programs as news becomes available.
Nature Programs
Walk on the Wild Side
These 60-minute interactive programs will help little ones ages 3-5 experience the joy and wonder of nature through play, creativity, and exploration. Each month’s theme includes various activities involving storybooks, crafts, live animal visits, pretend play, games, nature walks, and more! Parents attend with their child.
Cost: $5/child. Pre-registration is required. To register, contact Lisa Hoffman at (502) 782-9727 or email lisa.hoffman@ky.gov.
Dates:
Friday, May 20th
10:00-11:00 a.m.
“Land, Water, and Air” Nature Camp
Summer is upon us! Join us at John James Audubon State Park to explore the elements of nature with our three-day “Land, Water, and Air” nature camp! Science experiments, nature activities, animal encounters, hikes, games, crafts and more! These 3-hour programs are geared for children 9-12 years old.
Cost: $45 ($40 for Friends of Audubon members). Pre-registration is required with a limited quantity of 25. To register, contact Lisa Hoffman at (502) 782-9727 or email lisa.hoffman@ky.gov.
Dates:
Monday, June 7th-Wednesday, June 9th
9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
“Nature Detectives” Nature Camp
Break out your magnifying glasses because John James Audubon State Park’s Nature Detectives Summer Camp is sure to be a hit! Children 6-8 years old are invited to join us for three days of nature investigation and fun from 10:00 a.m. to noon on June 14th-16th! We’ll learn about animal tracks, sounds, and much more!
Cost: $30 ($25 for Friends of Audubon members). Pre-registration is required with a limited quantity of 25. To register, contact Lisa Hoffman at 502-782-9727 or email lisa.hoffman@ky.gov.
Dates:
Monday, June 14th-Wednesday, June 16th
10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
Wild Wednesdays
Join us at John James Audubon State Park for our Kids “Leave No Trace” series on Wild Wednesdays! These 1.5-hour programs are geared for children ages 6-12. Are you ready to become a “Leave No Trace” superhero?
Cost: $7 ($6 for Friends of Audubon members). Pre-registration is required with a limited quantity of 25. To register, contact Lisa Hoffman at 502-782-9727 or email lisa.hoffman@ky.gov.
Dates:
Wednesday, July 13th: “Leave No Trace: Trash Your Trash!”
2:00-3:30 p.m.
Wednesday, July 20th: “Leave That Leaf!”
2:00-3:30 p.m.
Wednesday, July 27th: “Leave No Trace: Our Woods, And Theirs!”
2:00-3:30 p.m.
Everything Owl
WhoOo goes there? It’s Owlivia and Boo, our amazing owls! Learn all about the raptors of the night with our Everything Owl nature program! Meet at the Lakeview shelter!
Cost: $3, cash only at the Lakeview shelter
Date:
Saturday, July 30th
1:00 p.m.
Art Programs
Advanced Arts, Ages 9-13
This class is designed for the serious artist ages 9-13. We will be working in various mediums along with acrylic on canvas. Dress for a mess. Students must have previous art experience. Supplies are included in the fee.
Cost: $36 ($34 for Friends of Audubon members). Pre-registration is required.
Dates:
Tuesday, June 14th to Thursday, June 16th
10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
Art from the Heart, Ages 6-8
This class is geared towards the serious young artist who loves to be creative and work in any medium. We will be using watercolor, oil and soft pastels, Tempera, and more. Supplies are included in the fee.
Cost: $30 ($28 for Friends of Audubon members). Pre-registration is required; class size is limited to 15 students. To register, contact Kim McGrew-Liggett at (502) 782-9726 or email kim.mcgrew@ky.gov.
Dates:
Tuesday, June 21st to Wednesday, June 22nd
10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
Exploring the Arts, Ages 6-8
Students ages 6-8 will be exploring the arts by using different mediums and some mixed mediums such as Tempera, pastels, colored pencils, and more. If your child loves art, they will certainly enjoy this 3-day art camp at the Audubon Museum. Supplies are included in the fee.
Cost: $34 ($32 for Friends of Audubon members). Pre-registration is required; class size is limited.
Cost: $30 ($28 for Friends of Audubon members). Pre-registration is required; class size is limited to 15 students. To register, contact Kim McGrew-Liggett at (502) 782-9726 or email kim.mcgrew@ky.gov.
Dates:
Tuesday, June 7th to Wednesday, June 9th
10:00-11:45 a.m.
Little Rembrandts Art, Ages 3-6
Bring those little artists ages 3-6 for a fun-filled morning of art! Let’s get creative with lines, shapes, and colors. Dress for a mess. All students must be accompanied by an adult.
Cost: $5/child. Pre-registration is required. To register, contact Kim McGrew-Liggett at (502) 782-9726 or email kim.mcgrew@ky.gov.
Dates:
Mother’s Day Art
Friday, May 6th
10:30-11:30 a.m.
Self-Portraits
Friday, June 10th
10:30-11:30 a.m.
Art and Music
Friday, July 8th
10:30-11:45 a.m.
NOTE: the cost for this class is $7
Princess at the Castle
Students ages 6-8 will have a blast at the Princess at the Castle camp. They will start both days wearing a tiara and having non-stop fun doing princess-themed art projects, learning about reptiles, having fun with Bertha Bubbles, making chalk art, and learning about Lucy Audubon. Thursday, July 21st will be the Princess tea, where students will dress the part of a princess and enjoy the royal treatment.
Cost: $38 ($36 for Friends of Audubon members). Pre-registration required. The class is limited, so sign up soon! To register, contact Kim McGrew-Liggett at (502) 782-9726 or kim.mcgrew@ky.gov.
Dates:
Tuesday, July 19th to Thursday, July 21st
10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
Studio Arts, Ages 9-13
Students ages 9-13 are invited to join us as we explore different art techniques and enhance our creative skills. Each day will be a new experiment to create a fun masterpiece. Dress for a mess and come ready to explore. All students must have previous art classes and enjoy art. Supplies are included in the fee.
Cost: $36 ($34 for Friends of Audubon members). Pre-registration is required. To register, contact Kim McGrew-Liggett at (502) 782-9726 or email kim.mcgrew@ky.gov.
Dates:
Tuesday, June 28th to Thursday, June 30th
10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.