Every April during Seattle Public Schools’ spring break, DNDA’s Art team rallies about a dozen elementary school students living in Seattle Housing Authority’s High Point affordable housing site for a highly-anticipated week full of outdoor adventure and creativity. The kids spend each day getting to know Camp Long, where DNDA teaching artists and the Seattle Parks and Recreation crew teach them to rock climb, identify native plant species, create art using natural materials, photograph the forest, and much more — all at no cost. Learn more about our Art Program here.

DNDA’s Art team brings youth living at Croft Place Townhomes — one of DNDA’s affordable housing properties — a new art project every week, often integrating an outdoor activity during warm weather. DNDA teaching artists stop by to teach special skills to the kids, including cooking, playing musical instruments, dancing, and more. Learn more about our Art Program here.