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Often referred to as "the hidden gem” of Jersey City, EdArts sits on 5 acres of land and is a place of contrast: a suburban camp in an urban setting. A fifty-year old institution serving Jersey City students, youth, families, and educators, EdArts delivers over 300 school-based art education programs and enrolls over 400 campers through our “Camp Liberty” summer program. EdArts engages young people with arts-based programs that connect creativity with critical thinking in order to stimulate personal growth and academic achievement by making their learning experience more meaningful. The arts provide powerful tools for children to achieve academic success, increase self-esteem, and are at the center of all EdArts programs. We believe all young people should have the opportunity to think, create, reflect, and be heard within a community of engaged learners. Camp Liberty offers children ages 6 to 12 an outlet for artistic expression, a safe space to have social interactions, and structured recreational activities. The goal of Camp Liberty is to create a welcoming and safe environment using EdArts’ techniques grounded in the arts and social emotional learning, to make positive and memorable experiences and in turn nurture personal growth. We are proud of our 40+ year history of innovative camp programming that connects creativity with critical thinking to stimulate personal growth at Camp Liberty and beyond. Camp Liberty is located in Liberty State Park, and includes an in-ground swimming pool, softball field, multi-purpose field, handball courts, playground, changing areas, covered pavilion, gazebo, and stage. Campers can choose from an array of activities such as theater, ceramics, arts & crafts, recreation, dance, music, swimming, and more.
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