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Art classes with a giant wave of creativity!
Join an arts-focused community in North Kingstown, Rhode Island where every child’s artistic potential, ways of thinking, and ideas are nurtured. Foster your child’s curiosity & confidence with arts education.
A Canvas of Possibilities!
Welcome to our vibrant art classes for kids age 2 to tween, where we mix fun with fundamentals and top it off with lots of creative play. From the whimsy of watercolors to the precision of pencils, children explore and create in a nurturing space. Our arts programming has grown tremendously over the last 4 years and continues to expand!
Our Studios
Our Studios
Harbor Creative Arts [7592 Post Road]
Our main location, where Little Artists, weekend workshops, Afterschool Art classes for grades K-3, and summer camps for ages 4-7 take place.
HCA Outside is located at 7592 Post Road.
This one-of-a-kind outdoor creative play area is home to a summer toddler program & a special feature for our Make & Play and HCA Arts Camps. More info here.
Our Studios
Our Studios
HCA Design Lab [1 Phillips Street, Wickford]
Our second location opened in January 2025!
This harborside studio hosts Afterschool Art & Design classes for grades 3-6, STEAM-focused classes & camps including Lego programs, and summer design camps for ages 8-12. And there’s much more to come!
Our Programs
Our Programs
We cater to ages 2-12, offering a comprehensive range of arts classes from toddler-friendly “Little Artists” classes & Pre-K “smART school” sessions to mixed-media art workshops for school-age creatives with our Afterschool Art & Design program & Weekend Workshops. Summer programming includes camps for ages 4-12 and a seasonal specialty outdoor toddler program. We include a range of materials & techniques in every session for every age!
Philosophy
Philosophy
Each class & camp balances a wealth of art skills & techniques with open ended opportunities for children to apply their own ideas. Programs are designed for the age & developmental stages of the children, providing engaging multi-faceted, interdisciplinary learning & endless hands-on creative activities.
Schedule Highlights:
Looking for an upcoming registration page?
Click the PROGRAMS drop-down for updated pop-up classes under “special events” & “weekends”. Summer programs can be found under “camps” & “HCA Outside”.
Regular classes pause during June, July, and August.
Fall 2025 registration for ages 2-12 will open in mid-July.
FAQs:
What ages do you cater to?
HCA offers art programs for children aged 2 to 14, including tailored classes and workshops to inspire creativity at every developmental stage.
How do I enroll my child?
Enrollment can be completed directly on our website, where you’ll find current class schedules and availability. Registration is always required.
What types of classes are available?
We provide a diverse range of classes from painting, drawing, mixed media, to special themed workshops and camps. Click on the programs tab to learn about our programming & find open registrations.
What sets HCA apart?
High quality curriculum,, professional art educators, a welcoming atmosphere, and unique, joy-filled experiences.
Our one 0f a kind multi–faceted creative arts education program fosters not just artistic skills but also critical thinking, social awareness, and emotional intelligence.
Displaying Artistic Talents
At Harbor Creative Arts, every young artist’s work is a wall-worthy masterpiece they can't wait to show off and tell about. We celebrate their vision, fostering a community of proud, confident creators.
"Rachel's studio has become a foundation for community engagement. Her commitment to hiring and nurturing local talent, creating leadership opportunities for older students, and contributing to community-oriented projects underscores her dedication to enhancing the social fabric of our community and state."
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