Museum Explorers Summer Camp

Cultural Arts Summer Camp for Kids

We are excited to offer our popular Museum Explorer Camp again in Summer 2024 for curious kids who are entering 2nd - 5th grade. The camp takes place here at the Elmhurst History Museum for one week.

  • Date: Monday, June 10 – Friday, June 14, 2024
  • Time: 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
  • Location: Elmhurst History Museum
  • Cost: $225/child

MUSEUM EXPLORERS 2024:

Museum Explorers Camp is designed for children who like to engage in a variety of STEAM activities with an emphasis on learning, cooperation, fun, and creativity in a respectful atmosphere. The camp format is structured with daily lesson plans incorporating age-appropriate activities with scheduled outdoor playtime and visits to other museums in the area. On the final day, campers will share their new knowledge with family and friends by building and displaying their own mini exhibition at a cookies and lemonade reception! Check out the 2024 schedule here:

  • Monday, June 10: Elmhurst History Museum
  • Tuesday, June 11: Arlington Heights Historical Museum
  • Wednesday, June 12: Lizzadro Museum of Lapidary Art
  • Thursday, June 13: DuPage County Historical Museum
  • Friday, June 14: Churchville Schoolhouse and Fischer Farm

REGISTRATION:

2024 Registration

* Due to overwhelming interest, our Museum Explorers Summer Camp has sold out for the 2024 season. If you would like to sign your child up for our waitlist, please visit the form below and you will be contacted pending cancelations. We appreciate your understanding.

2024 Waitlist: https://forms.gle/ZJJpvBYfGe8ZNoecA

MORE INFO:

Please note: The camp is managed by experienced museum staff professionals with trained assistants. Camp size is limited to 20 participants. Camp activities will require taking bus or Metra train for transportation to off-site locations.

For questions, contact the Supervisor of Education Services at 630-530-6879 or email EHMeducator@elmhurst.org