Children's Art Factory is a drop-in art studio for children.

We provide opportunities for young children to explore the world around them by harnessing their innate curiosity with hands-on activities to challenge and inspire them.

We welcome children of all ages, and value and encourage collaboration with children over instruction. Pre-booking your visit is not required.

DROP IN AND PLAY!ABOUT US

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  • DROP-IN AND PLAY!

    Our drop-in studio in downtown Guelph is available to children ages walking and up, and features multiple hands-on art and sensory exploration stations. Pre-booking your visit is not required.

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  • ART WORKSHOPS

    Our art workshops offer children the opportunity to explore different art materials, themes, and projects. Workshops are available for children aged 6 and up.

    Upcoming Workshops 

  • 4-WEEK PROGRAMS

    Our programs are a playful place for art to start. Children enjoy some favourite Art Factory activities where the emphasis is placed on process over product.

    Our Programs 

drop-in pricing and hours

  • SUGGESTED DROP-IN AGES

    We welcome children of all ages. The studio is geared to young children who are walking and up.

  • DROP-IN RATES (Grownups count too!)

    • Monday - Thursday: $11 per person
    • Friday - Sunday: $13 per person
    • Infants under 1 year are free with a paying sibling. 

  • DROP-IN HOURS

    • Monday - Thursday: 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. & 1 - 6 p.m.
    • Friday - Sunday: 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. & 1 - 4 p.m.
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gRowing Artists since 2011

Our mission will always be to provide the best possible creative experience for every child who enters our studio.

OUR STORY

take a peek inside the (original) factory

First timer?

Our space is a complete sensory experience that is truly unique and indescribable! With multiple exploration stations for little artists of all ages, we're sure your first visit won't be your last. Dress for mess and prepare for unfettered creativity.

BEFORE YOU VISIT

our favourite art materials

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upcoming art workshops

Art workshops for kids aged 6 and up.

from the factory floor

  • Returning to Our Roots

    Returning to Our Roots

    We are excited and ready to return to our roots, to go back to what made our studio so popular in the beginning: to once again be a drop in...

    Returning to Our Roots

    We are excited and ready to return to our roots, to go back to what made our studio so popular in the beginning: to once again be a drop in...

  • Meet Our Team: Christina

    Meet Our Team: Christina

    Christina Pinarello joined our studio family in 2020. Learn more about Christina's role planning and facilitating CAF programs, as well as helping the studio run.

    Meet Our Team: Christina

    Christina Pinarello joined our studio family in 2020. Learn more about Christina's role planning and facilitating CAF programs, as well as helping the studio run.