Summer Programs give curious kids the opportunity to dive into specific interests in architecture and test out their own ideas. Each program explores a different theme through art and building activities, design challenges, guided investigations of architectural examples, and field trips.
Classes are taught in a group setting and students engage independently to design and build projects. Classes include 12 to 16 students, 1 teacher, and 1 assistant. Our educators strive to accommodate all learning styles.
2026 Summer Programs have concluded. Please check back in January for information about 2027 Summer Programs.
For more information, see our FAQs. Please email [email protected] with any additional questions.
2026 Program Overview
2026 Summer Programs have concluded. Please check back in January for information about 2027 Summer Programs.
Hours and Fees
One-Week Programs (Grades 3–12): 9:00 am–4:00 pm | $770
Two-week Architectural Design Studio (Grades 10–12): 9:00 am–4:00pm | $1,770
Need-Based Scholarships
Need-based partial scholarships are available. Upon completing program registration as a “scholarship applicant”, you will automatically receive a confirmation email which includes a link to the Scholarship Application. Your registration is complete once you submit the Scholarship Application. If you are selected to receive a scholarship, you will be notified by email within two weeks of the due date. At that time, balance payment will be due.
The scholarship application deadline is May 1. Maximum 1 application per student.
Cancellation and Refund Policy
Registration for all programs is non-transferable. Within four weeks of the program's start date, program fees are non-refundable. If cancellation is made at least four weeks prior to the program’s start date, and we are able to fill the space from our waitlist, we will refund all fees minus a $100 administrative fee for each cancelled week. If we are unable to fill your space, we will not be able to provide any refund. There are no exceptions to this policy. The Center for Architecture does not provide make-ups or refunds for days missed as a result of vacation plans, scheduling conflicts, illness, emergencies, or other events beyond our control.
Educator and Staff Bios
Learn more about our Summer Programs educators and staff.
Frequently Asked Questions
See our FAQs for 2026 Summer Programs.
Programs by Grade
These week-long classes are offered Mon-Fri for students entering grades 3–5, 6–8, or 9–12. All grade levels are based on the grade the student will enter in the fall.
Grades 3–5
Treehouses, Neighborhoods, Building Bridges, and more.
Grades 6–8
Public Art and Architecture, Waterfront City, Houses of the Future, and more.
Grades 9-12
Architectural Sketching, Architectural Design Studio, Digital Design: Neighborhoods, and more.
