Darien Arts Center

Darien Arts Center We are the Heart of the Arts! Private donations, grants, tuition fees & ticket sales fund the DAC, which is located at 2 Renshaw Road, behind the Town Hall.

Darien Arts Center, founded in 1975, is a non-profit organization dedicated to educating, promoting and providing the means of artistic expression in dance, music, and visual arts for members of the community. Founded in 1975, the Darien Arts Center (DAC) is a non-profit organization dedicated to providing visual and performing arts programs and events for the community. The DAC offers educational

programs in Dance, Visual Arts, Music & Theatre, & special events & live theatre performances by DAC Stage. For further information, call (203) 655-8683 or visit darienarts.org.

06/13/2026

Our recent Open House gave us a wonderful glimpse of the creativity, curiosity, and joy that fill our Visual Arts studios. 🎨✨

It was a pleasure to welcome families as they explored, created, and experienced all that the Visual Arts Department has to offer. As we look ahead to summer, we can’t wait to see even more young artists bringing their imaginations to life.

🎨 From June through July, join us for our Good Morning Art Camp for Grades K–2 and 3–5, where creativity takes center stage each day. In the afternoons, aspiring illustrators can dive into Cartooning classes for Grades 1–3 and 4–7 🖼️

We hope to see you back in the studio this summer ☀️

For more information, please visit www.darienarts.org

Good Morning Art Camp is HERE!Each day, campers will work with different media, including projects with paint, collage, ...
06/13/2026

Good Morning Art Camp is HERE!

Each day, campers will work with different media, including projects with paint, collage, and clay, according to age. Our DAC Instructor will guide the campers through an afternoon of creativity and imagination, and each week they will have different projects to bring home.

Pre-K - Grade 3 | June 22 - June 24 | $220

Visit darienarts.org to register!

Calling all kids who love to draw and create!Learn to draw characters, create your own stylized art, and discover the ar...
06/11/2026

Calling all kids who love to draw and create!

Learn to draw characters, create your own stylized art, and discover the art of cartooning, from basic techniques to famous cartoonists.

Grades 1-3 June 22 - 25 | $200
Grades 4-6 June 29 - July 2 | $200
Grades 4-6 July 13 - July 16 | $200
Grades 4-6 July 20 - July 23 | $200

Register now! Visit darienarts.org and secure your spot today!

🎭 Acting camp at the Darien Arts Center is almost here!Dive into the world of classical theater with Midsummer's Shakesp...
06/10/2026

🎭 Acting camp at the Darien Arts Center is almost here!

Dive into the world of classical theater with Midsummer's Shakespeare Camp! Perfect for rising 6th graders through high school students. Instruction by Brian J. Carter.

Learn scene study, character development, voice & movement, and perform on the last day!

July 6-10 | $675
10 am - 3 pm

Register by June 15! Click the link in our bio to reserve your spot!

Thank you to everyone who joined us for our Visual Arts Open House yesterday! 🎨Visitors had the opportunity to explore o...
06/08/2026

Thank you to everyone who joined us for our Visual Arts Open House yesterday! 🎨

Visitors had the opportunity to explore our studios, meet our talented instructors, view student artwork, and learn more about the exciting classes and workshops we offer for all ages.

We loved welcoming both familiar and new faces into our creative community and sharing what makes the Darien Arts Center such a special place to learn, create, and connect.

Summer classes are in session! Visit darienarts.org to register today

Learn & Relax With The Joys of Drawing & PaintingSummer just got a lot more creative! Join our peaceful adult art class ...
06/08/2026

Learn & Relax With The Joys of Drawing & Painting

Summer just got a lot more creative! Join our peaceful adult art class and explore drawing, watercolor, or oil painting at your own pace and style!
Led by Nancy McTague-Stock, this is your weekly creative escape.

June 12 - August 28 | $480
10:00 am - 11:30 am

All levels welcome. Bring a friend!

Register today at darienarts.org

🎨 TOMORROW! Visual Arts Open House Join us for a FREE afternoon of creativity, art, hands-on workshops, face painting & ...
06/06/2026

🎨 TOMORROW! Visual Arts Open House

Join us for a FREE afternoon of creativity, art, hands-on workshops, face painting & ice cream!

Families of all ages welcome. Watch your little ones design baseball caps, create beaded jewelry, decorate frames—or jump in and paint our giant collaborative canvas together! Plus, check out beautiful student artwork and learn about our summer & fall programs.

📍 DAC Visual Arts Studio
⏰ Sunday, June 7 | 1-4 PM

Show your interest at darienarts.org

It's never too late to dance!Our open-level Teen/Adult Ballet classes start June 22 & 24. No experience necessary, just ...
06/05/2026

It's never too late to dance!

Our open-level Teen/Adult Ballet classes start June 22 & 24. No experience necessary, just the joy of movement.

Barre warm-up + center work in a welcoming community of fellow learners. Drop in for a single class ($25) or commit to the summer!

🩰 Mon & Wed mornings, 10:00-11:30 am
💰 $200/weekday

Ready to start your ballet journey? Register at darienarts.org!

We have summer programs for every age!Whether your child is ages 3-6, a serious young dancer (grades 5-12), or a teen/ad...
06/03/2026

We have summer programs for every age!

Whether your child is ages 3-6, a serious young dancer (grades 5-12), or a teen/adult looking to try ballet for the first time, the Darien Arts Center has the perfect summer dance experience waiting.

Explore all our dance programs at darienarts.org and register today!

Join us on Sunday, June 7th for our Visual Arts Studio Open House!What to expect:✨ Beautiful student artwork on display✨...
06/02/2026

Join us on Sunday, June 7th for our Visual Arts Studio Open House!

What to expect:
✨ Beautiful student artwork on display
✨ Hands-on creative workshops (beading, design, painting & more)
✨ Face painting & ice cream
✨ A giant collaborative canvas where YOU add your mark
✨ Learn about our summer & fall art programs!

Perfect for families, artists, and anyone who loves creativity!

FREE EVENT | 1-4 PM | DAC Visual Arts Studio

Click the link in our bio to show your interest! 🎨

Address

2 Renshaw Road
Darien, CT
06820

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 4pm
Tuesday 10am - 4pm
Wednesday 10am - 4pm
Thursday 10am - 4pm
Friday 10am - 4pm

Telephone

+12036558683

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