Creative Center for Young Children (CCYC)
Des Moines’ only fine arts focused preschool and child care center – located in the historic downtown First United Methodist Church. We’ll introduce your child to artists – including visual artists, poets, musicians, and dancers – at an age appropriate level, allowing him/her to experience and experiment with a variety of art genres.We approach every day with imagination, innovation, and most of all, fun! To learn more about our program please visit our curriculum page.


Upcoming Events
March 20-21, 2023
No School DTS & DMPS
March 22,-25, 2023
Art Auction Fundraiser
April 6-7, 2023
No School for DTS
April 21 & 24, 2023
No School for DTS & DMPS
April 28, 2023
Celebration of the Arts Night 5-6pm.
No School DTS & DMPS
March 22,-25, 2023
Art Auction Fundraiser
April 6-7, 2023
No School for DTS
April 21 & 24, 2023
No School for DTS & DMPS
April 28, 2023
Celebration of the Arts Night 5-6pm.