SAM Camp

Make art and new friends at SAM Camp! Led by local art educators and inspired by work on view at SAM, we’ll explore, learn, and create. At the end of each week, friends and family of each camper are invited to attend a very special showcase from 3–3:30 pm in celebration of the extraordinary artwork they’ve created and to meet the talented teaching artists.

Morning drop off: 8:30–9 am
Official drop-off time is 8:30-9 am with the exception of Mondays, from 8:30–9:30 am, to accommodate the first day of camp logistics. We regret that we are not able to accommodate drop-offs prior to 8:30 am. SAM Camp activities begin promptly at 9 am.

Afternoon pick up: 3–3:30 pm
Please plan to pick your child up before 3:30 pm to avoid being charged the extended care weekly fee of $100. Afternoon extended care is available from 3:30-5:30 pm. Late pick-up fees accrue at $1 per minute at 5:35 pm. Credit card payments or written checks will be accepted.

Signing in and out
Please plan to sign your child in and out at the museum. To ensure the safety and welfare of your child, we will only release them to individuals that you indicate on your SAM Camp registration sheets. Please alert SAM Camp staff if you would like to alter your contacts or email updates to samcamp@seattleartmuseum.org It is important the designated person(s) read and understand the sign-in/sign-out process. We WILL NOT release your child to a person who is not indicated on your SAM registration form. The person signing out your child will be required to show a valid ID.

Lunch and snacks
Bring a non-refrigerated lunch, beverage(s), and snacks for the day. We ask that you refrain from packing any items that might contain nuts of any kind. We also ask that you advise your child that “trading” or “sharing” lunches or snacks with other campers is not permitted at SAM Camp. Please make sure that you have indicated any known allergies on your SAM Camp info forms and be sure to check in with SAM Camp staff in person on your child’s first day of SAM Camp.

Behavior
SAM is committed to providing a safe, fun, and welcoming environment for all campers. We begin each week of camp by reviewing behavioral expectations by creating “Agree to Be’s.” Behaviors that we have zero tolerance for include inappropriate physical contact, bullying, foul language, and name-calling. SAM reserves the right to send campers home if they exhibit consistent disruptive behavior. There are no refunds if a child is sent home.

Registration for the next SAM Camp will open in February 2025.

2025 SAM Camp will occur Mondays–Fridays, July 7–25, 8:30 am to 3 pm, at Seattle Asian Art Museum.

SAM Camp is designed for children entering grades 1–6.

Registration
Family level members and above: $465 per week
Public: $485 per week
Registration will open in February 2025

Extended care
Afternoon extended care is available from 3:30–5:30 pm for a flat rate of $100 per week. Late pick-up fees accrue at $1 per minute after 5:30 pm. Campers enrolled in afternoon extended care make art, play games, and spend time outside in the park.

Scholarships
SAM believes in increasing accessibility to the arts for all and offers a limited number of full and partial scholarships for each week of camp. Applications will open February 2025 and are accepted on a rolling basis. Scholarships are need-based and will be available until all spots are filled.

Liability form
After registering your young artist for SAM Camp, you’ll receive an email via DocuSign with our 2024 Liability Forms. All included forms must be reviewed and signed for each registered camper by June 2025. Your child will be unable to attend SAM Camp if these forms are not received and no refunds will be granted. Starting February 23, please email samcamp@seattleartmuseum.org if you do not receive this email after completing registration.