Story Of Our Camp

Founded in 2019, by Emma Cowan, an experienced art teacher with 13 years of teaching in various cities such as Brooklyn, Philadelphia, and Bethesda, Deco Arts Camp offers a diverse range of art classes and activities. These include sculpture, painting, drawing, and mixed media, providing children with a comprehensive artistic experience.

Taking the reins from Sinclair Hamilton, a well-known sculptor in Maryland, who ran the camp for 25 years under the name “Decorative and Fine Arts Camp,” Emma is committed to continuing the camp’s legacy of fostering a fun and creative environment for children to learn and explore various art forms. Deco Arts Camp remains an excellent platform for children to develop their artistic skills and creativity, now with the added bonus of year-round programming.

Situated in Glen Echo Park, Maryland, a location with a rich history dating back to its establishment in 1891 as a National Chautauqua Assembly, our camp benefits from its connection to a place dedicated to learning and cultural enrichment. The park’s transformation into an arts and cultural center, featuring various studios, galleries, theaters, and performance spaces, makes it an ideal setting for fostering creativity and artistic exploration throughout the year.

It started as a summer camp — Deco Arts Camp — at the historic Glen Echo Park in Maryland, where young artists ages 6–10 explored fine arts through hands-on, imaginative projects. Since then, our program has flourished, expanding to include year-round after-school and weekend classes for elementary and middle school students. Now, we’re thrilled to share the next chapter: we’re moving to our very own dedicated studio in downtown Bethesda, opening January 2026. This new space will allow us to grow our offerings, welcome even more young artists, and continue fostering creativity and confidence through high-quality fine arts education.

Emma's Art Studio

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Emma's Art Studio

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