River Arts is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit community arts organization based in Morrisville, Vermont with a mission to enrich the community through the arts. Our core operating value is Arts for Everyone, committed to making art accessible no matter race, gender expression, age, ability, or financial means.

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Updates & Events

Mar 13, 2025

Morristown Free University

Mar 13, 2025

Morristown Free University

Mar 13, 2025

Mar 10, 2025

Gallery Reception Thursday, March 13 from 5:30pm-7:30pm

Mar 10, 2025

River Arts Annual Raffle

Mar 10, 2025

Don't miss out on your chance to win a trip!

Mar 10, 2025

Feb 14, 2025

Self Love Workshop!

Feb 14, 2025

SUNDAY Feb 16 2:00-4:30pm

Feb 14, 2025

Save the Date! Art100 Coming Saturday, March 8!

Feb 14, 2025

Nov 12, 2024

Rusty and The Fellers Saturday, November 16 6pm-8pm

Nov 12, 2024

Purchase your ticket today!

Nov 12, 2024

Oct 10, 2024

Then and Now Exhibition

Oct 10, 2024

An artistic vision of our past and present.

Oct 10, 2024

Post Office Exhibition

Oct 10, 2024

Learn more about Jo's work and their inspiration in Vermont nature

Oct 10, 2024

Aug 22, 2024

Take a Look at Fall Programming for All Ages at River Arts

Aug 22, 2024

There is something for everyone this fall!

Aug 22, 2024

Come Join the Celebration!

Aug 22, 2024

Come celebrate with community members for all to enjoy this amazing public art piece!

Aug 22, 2024

Summer camps

Featured

Jun 16

Jun 16, 2025 – Jun 20, 2025

Arts Alive

Jun 16, 2025 – Jun 20, 2025

Week 1 | Monday, June 16 - Friday, June 20 | 9:00am - 3:00pm | Ages 6-10

Take a trip through Asia in this Eastern inspired Arts Alive Camp!

Jun 16, 2025 – Jun 20, 2025

Crafting Across Cultures: A Folk Art Adventure

Jun 16

Jun 16, 2025 – Jun 20, 2025

Crafting Across Cultures: A Folk Art Adventure

Jun 16, 2025 – Jun 20, 2025

Week 1 | Monday, June 16 - Friday, June 20 | 9:00am - 3:00pm | Ages 6-10

Immerse yourself in the rich world of folk art from across Eurasia in this exciting week-long camp!

Jun 16, 2025 – Jun 20, 2025

Jun 23

Jun 23, 2025 – Jun 27, 2025

Comics, Characters, and All About Them

Jun 23, 2025 – Jun 27, 2025

Week 2 | Monday, June 23 - Friday, June 27 | 9:00am - 3:00pm | Ages 11-16

Do you like comics? Have you ever wanted to make your own comic? If the answer is "yes" to both, then please join us in this comic-making program!

Jun 23, 2025 – Jun 27, 2025

Jun 23

Jun 23, 2025 – Jun 27, 2025

Clay Creations: Sculpt, Shape, & Shine!

Jun 23, 2025 – Jun 27, 2025

Week 2 | Monday, June 23 - Friday, June 27 | 9:00am - 3:00pm | Ages 6-10

Dive into the world of clay as you explore the endless possibilities of sculpting and creating!

Jun 23, 2025 – Jun 27, 2025

Cake Masters: A Week of Sweet Creativity

Jun 30

Jun 30, 2025 – Jul 3, 2025

Cake Masters: A Week of Sweet Creativity

Jun 30, 2025 – Jul 3, 2025

Week 3 | Monday, June 30 - Thursday, July 3 | 9:00am - 3:00pm | Ages 11-16

Step into a world of frosting, fondant, and fun in this hands-on cake decorating camp!

Jun 30, 2025 – Jul 3, 2025

Art Making in Nature: Creativity Beyond the Studio

Jun 30

Jun 30, 2025 – Jul 3, 2025

Art Making in Nature: Creativity Beyond the Studio

Jun 30, 2025 – Jul 3, 2025

Week 3 | Monday, June 30 - Thursday, July 4 | 9:00am - 3:00pm | Ages 6-10

Step outside and let nature inspire your art!

Jun 30, 2025 – Jul 3, 2025

Jul 7

Jul 7, 2025 – Jul 11, 2025

Exploring Mixed Media

Jul 7, 2025 – Jul 11, 2025

Week 4 | Monday, July 7 - Friday, July 11 | 9:00am - 3:00pm | Ages 6-10

This creative camp invites young artists to experiment with a variety of materials and techniques to create unique, layered artwork.

Jul 7, 2025 – Jul 11, 2025

Jul 14

Jul 14, 2025 – Jul 18, 2025

Off the Dome

Jul 14, 2025 – Jul 18, 2025

Week 5 | Monday, July 14 - Friday, July 18 | 9:00am - 3:00pm | Ages 11-16

"Where Words & Rhythms Meet"

Jul 14, 2025 – Jul 18, 2025

Jul 14

Jul 14, 2025 – Jul 18, 2025

Youth Fashion Camp

Jul 14, 2025 – Jul 18, 2025

Week 5 | Monday, July 14 - Friday, Jule 18 | 9:00am - 3:00pm | Ages 7-10

Fashion Camp builds on sewing skills for those who might have attended before or is great for new sewers just starting out!

Jul 14, 2025 – Jul 18, 2025

Jul 21

Jul 21, 2025 – Jul 25, 2025

Color Explosion: Inspired by Nature

Jul 21, 2025 – Jul 25, 2025

Week 6 | Monday, July 21 - Friday, July 25 | 9:00am - 3:00pm | Ages 6-10

Get ready for a vibrant week of painting fun—using nature as both inspiration and a creative tool!

Jul 21, 2025 – Jul 25, 2025

Jul 21

Jul 21, 2025 – Jul 25, 2025

From Script to Stage

Jul 21, 2025 – Jul 25, 2025

Week 6 | Monday, July 21 - Friday, July 25 | 9:00am - 3:00pm | Ages 11-16

This engaging theater camp is an opportunity for young performers with creative minds to develop their skills in expression and communication.

Jul 21, 2025 – Jul 25, 2025

Historical Art Forms: Crafting Through the Ages

Jul 28

Jul 28, 2025 – Aug 1, 2025

Historical Art Forms: Crafting Through the Ages

Jul 28, 2025 – Aug 1, 2025

Week 7 | Monday, July 28 - Friday, August 1 | 9:00am - 3:00pm | Ages 6-10

Travel back in time and discover the artistry of ancient cultures in this week-long camp!

Jul 28, 2025 – Aug 1, 2025

Jul 28

Jul 28, 2025 – Aug 1, 2025

Stop-Motion in Action!

Jul 28, 2025 – Aug 1, 2025

Week 7 | Monday, July 28 - Friday, August 1 | 9:00am - 3:00pm | Ages 11-16

Since the invention of film, stop motion as a form of art has taken on many shapes. From early "Godzilla" to "Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer", this art form can take a lot of, well, forms!

Jul 28, 2025 – Aug 1, 2025

Function in Art: Where Creativity Meets Purpose

Aug 4

Aug 4, 2025 – Aug 8, 2025

Function in Art: Where Creativity Meets Purpose

Aug 4, 2025 – Aug 8, 2025

Week 8 | Monday, August 4 - Friday, August 8 | 9:00am - 3:00pm | Ages 6-10

Explore the world where art and function collide in this exciting week-long camp!

Aug 4, 2025 – Aug 8, 2025

Aug 4

Aug 4, 2025 – Aug 8, 2025

Rock Camp

Aug 4, 2025 – Aug 8, 2025

Week 8 | Monday, August 4 - Friday, August 8 | 9:00am - 3:00pm | Ages 10-16

AMP it up at River Arts Rock Camp!Campers come together to collaborate as a band and sharpen their music skills.

Aug 4, 2025 – Aug 8, 2025

Aug 11

Aug 11, 2025 – Aug 15, 2025

Sk8 The Arts

Aug 11, 2025 – Aug 15, 2025

Week 9 | Monday, August 11 - Friday, August 15 | 9:00am - 3:00pm | Ages 8-13

River Arts’ Sk8 the Arts camp is legendary and makes art a radical experience for skateboarders of all levels. Join the amazing art team of Bonnie Kolber and Kate Crouse and skateboarding coaches to learn skateboarding techniques and design your very own skate decks.

Aug 11, 2025 – Aug 15, 2025

Aug 11

Aug 11, 2025 – Aug 15, 2025

Theater kids

Aug 11, 2025 – Aug 15, 2025

Week 9 | Monday, August 11- Friday, August 15 | 9:00am - 3:00pm | Ages 6-10

This engaging theater camp is an opportunity for young performers with creative minds to develop their skills in expression and communication.

Aug 11, 2025 – Aug 15, 2025

Upcoming River Arts Adult Programs

Program Calendar

May 1

May 1, 2025

May Open Studio Figure Drawing

May 1, 2025

This session will be a nude session with a combination of short and medium-length poses, ending in a longer-form pose. Photography groups and painters are welcome!

May 1, 2025

May Sip N' Slurry: Textured planter with Chiara No

May 30

May 30, 2025

May Sip N' Slurry: Textured planter with Chiara No

May 30, 2025

Grab a friend and start your weekend with a fun, relaxing evening! In this Sip N’ Slurry, you’ll hand-build your own textured planter, experimenting with clay to create a unique design. Add texture and use underglazes to personalize your piece, making it a one-of-a-kind home for your favorite plant.

May 30, 2025

Jun 5

Jun 5, 2025

June Open Studio Figure Drawing

Jun 5, 2025

This session will be a nude session with a combination of short and medium-length poses, ending in a longer-form pose. Photography groups and painters are welcome!

Jun 5, 2025