The Museum of Ventura County’s Art Start program for budding young artists returns this summer and is now accepting registrations. The July 8 - 12, 2013 session from 9:00 am to noon is designed for students currently in 3rd through 5th grades, of all artistic abilities and interests. The Art Start program encourages students to have fun discovering different art media and techniques, to learn from guest artists, and to be inspired by the museum’s exhibitions and art collection. The session is limited to 15 participants.

T-shirt, snacks and all art materials are included in the registration fee, which is $85 for the general public, $70 for museum members. Partial scholarships are available. Registration forms may be downloaded under education resources/summer programs, at www.venturamuseum.org, or picked up in the Museum of Ventura County lobby, 100 East Main Street in Ventura, from 11 a.m. to 5 pm, Tuesday through Sunday. For further information contact education@venturamuseum.org or call (805) 653-0323 ext. 300.