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Arts & Crafts

Adventure in Art
6001 Maple St.  Omaha  402-556-4278
Adventure in Art classes are designed for people who aren't artists, don't want to be artists but just want to have fun.  Most classes are for adults, but owner Kristi Pederson also offers kids camps and birthday parties for all ages.
 
The ArtRoom
Rockbrook Village 10818 Elm Street Omaha 402.502.4262
The ArtRoom, located at Rockbrook Village at 108th & W. Center Rd. offers a variety of art classes, camps, workshops, special events, and birthday party packages to young artists.
 
Arts For All Inc.
(402)-556-7821
Arts for All, Inc. offers a variety of art classes for artists of all ages, including drawing, painting, cartooning, pottery, sculpture and more. Classes are offered at multiple locations in the area.
Create
2949 N. 204th St. Elkhorn (402) 933-4446
From Create: CREATE offers crafts for all ages and all skill levels. We specialize in drop-in crafting, birthday parties, group events, ladies nights, and camps of all kinds. We’re a great choice for play dates, mom’s groups, book clubs, and more! CREATE has all the supplies and know-how to help you create a one-of-a-kind masterpiece.  We
offer a very casual, comfy atmosphere perfect for family and friends to gather. We strive to always offer a HUGE variety of things to make, decorate or paint so drop-in anytime. NO studio fees, NO appointments for small groups, NO experience necessary! Drop-Ins are always WELCOME!
 
Creation Station
84th & Giles LaVista 402-415-0705
Creation Station is a paint-your-own pottery studio that offers events for families, teens, scouts, home-schoolers, date nights, offices, parties, and more.
SMARTART Saturday Children's Art Classes
Located in Smart Start Learning Ctr 2020 N. 72nd St (72nd & Blondo) Call Lisa 402-639-5504 or email lvlathrop@gmail.com
Help your child ages 5 to 10 explore the world of art through the eyes of famous artists. Learn about the artist and the techniques they use. Classes utilize a variety of mediums. Art is proven to build self-esteem, fine motor skills, and brain function!

 
Ellene McClay - Art & Sewing Classes
Harvester Artspace Building 1000 S. Main St. Council Bluffs
Classes are taught by Ellene McClay, a certified art teacher and local fashion designer. Classes range from age 5 to adult and are great for beginners as well as people with more experience. Classes take place in the Fortress Studio in the Harvester Artspace Building. Register by clicking the link above.

 
Home Depot
Home Depot locations offer Kids' Workshops periodically.  Check the link to see when the next one will be offered.
Jo-Ann Fabric & Craft Store
13415 W. Center 402-330-7960
Jo-Ann Fabric & Craft Store offers a variety of arts & crafts classes and camps for kids and teens.

 

Michael’s Arts and Crafts
10521 S. 15th Bellevue  (402) 291-1975
12404 K Plaza 402-330-0843
12951 W Center Rd  (402) 334-8488

Join Michaels for a fun arts and crafts activity every Saturday.”  Kids ages 5-12 can come and go from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon.  The cost is $5.00 per child, which includes supplies.  Also offers craft classes for preschoolers and other special events for kids .  Check with your local Michael’s store for specific details.

It's Yours Pottery
2518 S 132nd Ct  Omaha (402) 330-3470
It's Yours Pottery is a contemporary paint-your-own pottery and glass fusion studio near 132nd & Center.  They offer a number of creative activities for kids and adults.  Kids' camps and customized parties are available, too.
Joslyn Art Museum 
2200 Dodge Street Omaha (402) 342-3300
Students of all ages can enroll in studio art classes to experience drawing, painting, sculpture, pottery, and printmaking.  Also, check out the museum’s free family events held throughout the year where your family can enjoy music, dance, storytelling, art-making and more. 
Just Be Free
(402)-813-2999
Just Be Free is a unique studio offering art instruction to children 5-12 in West Omaha. The studio allows children the opportunity to experience the freedom of using their imagination. Each child is given the opportunity to explore the different techniques of the medium of their choice. (Painting, Constructivism Sculpture, Drawing, Collage, or Mixed Media).
Lisa's Art Studio
5912 S 149th St. Omaha (402) 896-3747
Lisa Hammond accepts students in grades K-8 for art classes during the school year.  Students in grades 9-12 are accepted for summer advanced pottery and glass fusion seminars.

David M. Mangelsen’s
3457 South 84th Street Omaha (402) 391-6225

Offers children’s arts and crafts classes during the summer. 

Lowe’s
Offers free “Build and Grow” clinics for kids grades 2-5 on the second Saturday of every month at 10:00 a.m. Each features a different woodworking project for kids to build.  Each child  receives a Merit Patch, Lowe’s apron, safety goggles and a special Certificate of Completion.  Visit Lowe’s for details or register online. 

Rainbow Artistic Glass
3709 S. 138th St.  Omaha 402-330-7676
Offers drop-in fusing for children ages 2 and up. Fun for kids and adults.

That Pottery Place
7828 Dodge St. Omaha (402) 392-1166

Offers classes in making and painting your own pottery for artists of all ages. 

Beads Etc. 
17306 Lakeside Hills Plaza Omaha (402) 932-0820

Beads Etc. offers kids’ projects, summer jewelry-making classes for kids, and group activities by special arrangement

Omaha Parks and Recreation Department
Offers arts and crafts classes for children of all ages, including drawing, painting, sculpture, pottery, ceramics, and more.