FEE: Free & Open to all teens

NYMRCC Teen Art Club

Open to ALL Teens ages 13-18
Free to Attend
YOU Belong Here!

The Teen Art Club at the New York Mills Regional Cultural Center is a creative, supportive program designed for teens ages 13–18 who are interested in art, making, and community engagement. This program provides a safe and welcoming environment where teens can build creative skills, connect with peers, and explore artistic interests in a structured yet flexible setting.

Program Overview

Teen Art Club offers a mix of guided workshops, open studio time, and volunteer opportunities. Teens are encouraged to take an active role in shaping the group’s activities while being supported by Cultural Center staff and visiting artists.

Guided workshops and group meetings are generally led by Artistic Director Megan Shirley-Ross, with the possibility of future sessions facilitated by Teen Art Club members or visiting artists. These sessions may include guided art projects, discussion, skill-building, and planning future activities.

Safety & Community Expectations

Teen Art Club is a safe, welcoming, and inclusive space. To help ensure a respectful and supportive environment for all participants, all teens and their parents/guardians are required to review and sign a Community Contract prior to participation. This contract outlines expectations around behavior, respect, and shared responsibility within the space

Teen Art Club Schedule

Thursday, March 19, 2026 | 4:30–6:00 PM
Guided Workshop / Group Meeting

Tuesday, April 7, 2026 | 4:00–6:30 PM
Come-and-Go Open Studio

Thursday, April 23, 2026 | 4:30–6:00 PM
Guided Workshop / Group Meeting

Tuesday, May 5, 2026 | 4:00–6:30 PM
Come-and-Go Open Studio

Thursday, May 21, 2026 | 4:30–6:00 PM
Guided Workshop / Group Meeting

Please note: As a teen-informed and evolving program, dates and formats may adjust as the group grows.

FEE: $10 per class (early bird, register by May 15) | $15 per class after May 15

Youth Art Camp (Grades 2–5)

Art of the Lakes – Battle Lake, MN

Kids can get creative this summer with a series of fun, hands-on art classes at First Lutheran Church in Battle Lake. Choose from a variety of individual classes designed for grades 2–3 and 4–5. All materials are included.

Dates: July 7 – July 30, 2026
Location: First Lutheran Church, Battle Lake, MN

Registration: https://www.artofthelakes.org/youth-classes.html

Cost:
$10 per class (early bird, register by May 15)
$15 per class after May 15

Grades 2–3 (1:00 – 3:00 p.m.):
July 7: Mosaic Coasters
July 16: Acrylic Painting
July 23: Zentangle
July 28: Hiking Sticks

Grades 4–5 (10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.):
July 7: Mosaic Coasters
July 9: Slow Stitching
July 14: Photography
July 16: Acrylic Painting
July 23: Zentangle
July 28: Hiking Sticks
July 30: Skateboard Painting

Contact:
📞 218-864-8606
📍 108 Lake Ave S, Battle Lake, MN