FACE

Our Mission

is to instill a love of learning, encourage creative expression, and enrich lives by providing educational, artistic, and cultural experiences.

Our Vision

is to provide dynamic arts and cultural experiences across the Gulf Coast.

Our Diversity Mission

is to treat all people with respect and dignity. We strive to create and foster a supportive and understanding environment in which all individuals realize their maximum potential. All parties working with or representing FACE in any way must acknowledge their intention to make conscious actions that enhance a supportive and professional workplace where diversity, equity, and inclusion is protected, vulnerable community members are prioritized, and where individuals strive for excellence with trust, respect, compassion, and professional accountability.

Kind words.

Reviews Home Carousel

My girls had a fantastic time at the art, cooking and especially Suessical Musical camps. They talked about all the fun they were having on a daily basis. I was so impressed by how hard everyone worked on the musical and watching them perform on stage was one of the highlights of my summer. My girls now have a new love of theater. Thank you again for everything.

– Melissa

The Friends is a place of joy for my son. The staff worked hard to provide a safe, clean, welcoming environment that allowed my son to have a little normalcy. Carmen is amazing and has a fantastic way of making all the kids feel included and confident in their skills as little artists. I highly recommend any of your programs for kids.

- Jodi

Our daughter absolutely adored the Seussical theater camp. The results of the kids’ hard work and dedication during this 2-week endeavor was so charmingly displayed at the professional showcase the final night. It was amazing, and these are little stars in the making - thank you for this amazing opportunity for our kids!

– Lindsey

My daughter took an art class with Carmen Lugo; It was incredible, as always. She studied a different impressionist each day and compiled it all into a beautiful notebook at the end of the week. She is still talking about how Vincent Van Gogh cut off his ear and gave it to a lady friend!! We felt so welcomed and loved. Smiling, familiar faces greeted us each morning at drop-off and I knew my babes were in the best hands! We’ll be back!

– Renee

My daughter loves to be in the kitchen and with the cooking class she gained more independent skills. She learned new recipes and broadened her taste buds. I’m so thankful the Mary C offers these cooking classes for children.

– Beth

My 10 year old is currently instructing her father how to pick out a ripe avocado at the grocery store. Thank you!!

– Angela

I cannot say enough good things about your summer camps! We have participated for several years and the cooking camp has been phenomenal every time. My children are teaching me things about cooking that I didn’t even know! My children were thrilled to be able to participate in sewing camp this summer as well. They made the cutest aprons and they are so well-made.

– Angela

My kids both loved every camp they attended this summer! They did baking, cooking, art, and theater. I was floored by the quality of programming in each of these camps! I can’t wait to see what is in store for next summer! I know it will all be second to none!

– Virginia

Thanks so much to the talented chefs for their patience and dedication to nurturing our mini chefs-in-the-making. My daughter was so excited to come home after camp and show us everything she learned and created. Y’all are a blessing to our community, please keep the camps coming-we love them!

- Lindsey

Your summer camps never disappoint! My son attended the Jr Cooking camp for the first time and loved it. Last year we did art camp and fell in love with everything the Mary C has going on. I will always put my kids in their camps every summer. So worth it! Thank you guys!!!

– Anna