Alhamra Summer Art Camp Continues Despite Renovation Work
Key Developments:
- Alhamra Summer Art Camp is continuing without interruption despite ongoing renovation work and the monsoon season.
- The camp is offering children training in drawing, painting and calligraphy under experienced instructors while attracting strong public participation.
LAHORE (The Nation) — August 03, 2026: The Lahore Arts Council (Alhamra) has continued its annual Summer Art Camp without interruption despite ongoing renovation work at its historic Mall Road complex and the monsoon season, reaffirming its commitment to arts education for children.
According to the Lahore Arts Council, the camp is providing professional instruction in drawing, painting and calligraphy under the supervision of experienced artists. The programme, scheduled to conclude on August 5, has continued to attract a positive response from families, with admissions remaining open during the final phase of the camp.
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Lahore Arts Council Executive Director Muhammad Nawaz Gondal said the institution remains focused on nurturing young talent despite the ongoing infrastructure upgrades.
“Alhamra is committed to nurturing creativity and confidence among children through quality arts education,” Gondal said.
He added that the continued public interest demonstrates the increasing importance of arts education in developing the country’s future generations.
“The strong public response reflects the growing importance of arts education in developing future generations,” he said.
The Summer Art Camp features practical training designed to help children develop artistic skills while encouraging imagination, confidence and self-expression. Participants are learning the fundamentals of drawing, painting and calligraphy through structured sessions conducted by experienced instructors.
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The ongoing camp is taking place alongside Alhamra’s broader renovation and modernization programme, which aims to upgrade its cultural and educational facilities. Officials say the development project is intended to strengthen the institution’s infrastructure and improve facilities for artists, students and visitors while preserving its cultural heritage.
According to Alhamra officials, the modernization initiative is being carried out with the support of the Punjab government. The project includes improvements to educational spaces, studios and museum facilities, alongside conservation work on historically significant artworks.
The Lahore Arts Council has described the uninterrupted continuation of the Summer Art Camp as part of its long-term mission to promote arts education and provide creative opportunities for children, even as work continues to modernize one of Pakistan’s leading cultural institutions.
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