FOR ALL CLASSES:
PRE-REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED FOR ALL CLASSES by noon the day before the class unless otherwise noted.
Safety Protocols, mask policy;
Limited number of students
NEW — now you can drop off the kiddos and enjoy a 10% discount on Chaffee Gallery Shoppe purchases on the day of their class!
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Have you seen the classes we offer adults? Check them out here.
Monthly Classes
Act, Create, Perform!
Youth Acting Theater Series
Sept. 20, Sept. 27 and Oct. 4 (Saturdays)
10am–12:30pm
Ages: 7–12
$60 per student (for 7.5 hours of instruction)
Min: 6
Instructor: Cathy Archer
(Please bring water and snack)
Participants will work on acting skills and some set building/creation. The English fairy tale of “JACK AND THE BEANSTOCK” will be brought to life through movement and voice. Participants in this Acting Series will turn this story into a play that will be performed at the Chaffee on the last Saturday of the series. Performance date is Saturday, Oct. 4.
Must Pre-register
Kids’ Mandala Painting
Thursday, Sept. 25
4–5pm
$20 per person includes all supplies
Min: 5
Get ready for a fun, mindful and relaxing experience! Attendees will choose among a few items for their mandala art creation. It can be achieved with multiple mediums … painting, coloring, markers. The repetition of patterns and choice of colors provides a pathway to process emotions, boost self-esteem, gives a sense of accomplishment, plus allows exploration and self-expression.
MUST PRE-REGISTER
Weekly Offerings
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Creative Canvas Weekly Saturday Activity
MUST PRE REGISTER by Noon on Friday the day before
All Ages
Time: 12–2pm
$25 per person — All materials will be set up and ready for you with a choice of 3 images you can paint. Includes use of: Canvas, paint, brushes, easel, smock. [Youth must be accompanied by an adult.]
If last minute decision, please call first!
Note: This is DIY. If you would like an instructor at an additional fee, please call 802.775.0356
2025 Summer Camps
Thank you to all the campers and their special loved ones for supporting the Chaffee Art Center this Summer. It was truly wonderful to have you all here creating with us! We are proud to be able to say we held a record number — 14 Camps in total in Summer 2025. We look forward to more fun and creativity in Summer 2026.
But…you don’t have to wait a whole year, check out our class offerings for all ages. Scroll up to learn more! Hope to see you soon!
Payments and Refunds
Checks payable to: Chaffee Art Center
16 South Main Street, Rutland VT 05701
[email protected]
Effective April 22, 2024 — Full payment is required to secure your space in classes. There are minimum and maximum enrollment limits, so be sure to register quickly to ensure your place. Students will be notified if a class is to be canceled due to low registration at least a week in advance and will be refunded in full.
Refund requests must be received at least two weeks prior to the beginning of the class. An administration fee of 50% of the class price is non-refundable, and the credit card charge will be added. After the two-week window, a partial class credit may be processed at the discretion of the Director. Class credits are non-refundable/non-transferable. No shows or cancellations the day of the class are not eligible for refund or class credit.
Please note: Classes are normally held in our second floor studio only accessible via the grand staircase. Sometimes we are able to hold them on the first floor that is accessible by a ramp from the parking lot, or you may be able to do it via zoom. It is important to call ahead to see if we can make arrangements.