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Camp Explorations is a hands-on, interactive, science-focused summer camp program for completed Grades K through 8.
Choose between in-person sessions and virtual sessions. Each session includes daily experiments, hands-on activities, related games, journaling and plenty of fun! There are nine different sessions covering topics such as Archaeology, Paleontology, Astronomy, Forensic Science, Zoology and much more!
For completed grades K-5
9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.
$350 per week/Week of July 4 is $280
Capacity is 25 campers per session.
Aftercare is available, see details below.
Onsite camps still need University approval. Check back for updates.
For completed grades K-5
2 sessions offered each day. Select the time slot when registering.
10:00-11:30 a.m. OR 1:00-2:30 p.m.
$125/session and includes supplies.
Capacity is 15 campers per session.
For completed grades 6-8
11:00 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Counselor Corner Hours (Optional) 1:30-2:30pm
$100 per session
Capacity is 15 campers per session.
All sessions are Monday-Friday, except Week of July 4, which is Tuesday-Friday (no camp Monday, July 5th).
Aftercare is available following all onsite Camp Explorations Adventures sessions from 3:00-5:30 p.m. for $75 (Week of July 4 is $60).
Scholarships available for campers living in Washtenaw county and qualify for free or reduced lunch at their school.
Scholarship covers $200 of the cost of the camp session and is limited to 1 session per child. Aftercare fees are waived.
Scholarship covers $100 of the cost of the camp session and is limited to 1 session per child.
Scholarship covers $75 of the cost of the camp session and is limited to 1 session per child.
For completed grades K-5
9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.
$350 per session/Week of July 4 is is $280 per session
Capacity is 25 campers per session.
Onsite camps still need University approval. Check back for updates.
Click the tabs below for more information.
For Camp Explorations Adventure Sessions (onsite sessions):
All camp staff and museum staff, campers, guests and visitors must wear face masks/coverings at all times.
Campers will be required to physically distance during the camp day. This may mean staying at their own desk/workstation, distanced seating at lunch, and playing non-contact games.
Camp rooms and activities have been modified to allow for physical distancing and reduction of shared materials.
Camps will be held in rooms restricted from public access.
Increased cleaning and sanitizing of camp supplies and areas.
Drop-off and pick-up will be non-contact.
Astronauts in Training June 14-18
Calling all astronauts! Explore planets, build rovers and launch rockets in an “out of this world” adventure. Test your astronaut skills with our mental and physical challenges. Visit the museum’s new Planetarium & Dome Theater.
Digging Up the Past June 28-July 2
Unearth different eras from the past from dinosaurs to lost civilizations, from fossils to Ancient Greece, and more!
Dinosaur Mysteries July 12-July 16
Solve prehistoric mysteries with paleontology! Use your detective skills to learn about different sizes of dinosaurs, fossils and trackways. Learn what happened to the dinosaurs, how we know and why we can still see their relatives today.
Adventures in Archaeology July 26-30
Uncover clues from the past as you learn the techniques and use the tools of real archaeologists. Examine ancient artifacts, analyze and record data and discover the mysteries of ancient Egypt, Greece and Rome.
Animal Superheroes August 9-13
Uncover the secrets behind these master “heros.” Learn about the masters of disguise, their speed and agility and other super skills that make them real-life superheroes. Discover their amazing adaptations like super-sight, super-strength and super-intelligence.
Solar System Safari June 21-25
Explore the planets and stars in our wonderful solar system, and discover the rest of our incredible universe. Visit the night sky in our new Planetarium & Dome Theater, discover a new planet and launch your own “rockets.” It will be an out-of-this world adventure!
Detective Academy July 6-9 (no camp on Monday, July 5)
Can you solve it? Learn some of the skills detectives use every day to solve mysteries. Decode messages, investigate suspects, examine fingerprints and more as you try and crack the case.
Fantastic Fossils July 19-23
Travel back in time to discover the ancient world of dinosaurs and other prehistoric creatures. How were their fossils formed and what do they tell us? Dig for fossils.
Junior Archaeologist August 2-6
Dig into the history of Michigan and other ancient civilizations and create your own pottery and rock art. Discover the field of archaeology by participating in a mock dig and learn how archaeologists help piece together history.
For completed grades K-5
2 sessions offered each day.
Select the time slot when registering. 10:00-11:30 a.m. OR 1:00-2:30 p.m.
$125/session
Capacity is 15 campers per session.
Click the tabs below for more information.
Astronomy Adventures July 12-16
Shimmering stars, glistening galaxies, and other mysteries of the Universe await you. Learn about the constellations, visit the solar system and launch your own “rockets.” It’s an out of this world adventure!
Paleontology Rocks July 26-30
Can you dig it? Travel back in time to discover the ancient world of the dinosaurs and other prehistoric creatures. How were their fossils formed and what do they tell us?
Birds and Dinosaurs July 19-23
Do you love dinosaurs and birds? Then this camp session is for you! Learn all about kinds of dinosaurs and see some of the museum’s fossils. Campers will also learn about birds and their relation to dinosaurs and discover some of the animals we see in Michigan today.
“Ology” Camp August 2-6
Are you fascinated with museum specimens and objects? This is the camp for you! Come explore the worlds of geology (rocks and minerals), paleontology (ancient life), entomology (insects) and more. Each day we will tackle a new “ology” with real specimens virtually exploring exhibits.
For completed grades 6-8
Two sessions available!
June 14-18 OR June 21-25
11:00 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Counselor Corner Hours (Optional) 1:30-2:30 p.m.
$100/session
Capacity is 15 campers per session.
Do you love games? Board games, digital games, video games? This is the camp for you! We will take a closer look at game design and the design process to modify existing games. Campers will also be learning and using Scratch, the block-based programming language. No prior experience is necessary! At the end of the camp, campers will be able to submit their designs to the Games for Change annual student game design competition.
Please contact the camp office at ummnh.camp@umich.edu or call 734-647-6421.
Cancellation Policy
A $25 cancellation fee is applied to all refunds. Refunds will be given if requested at least 14 days before your camp start date. No refunds will be given if requested after 14 days of your camp start date. Please notify the camp office in writing for any cancellation requests. In the event that the child or household member does not meet the health requirements in the Camp Explorations COVID-19 policy, a refund will be given for the days of camp missed.
Processing Fee
A $15 processing fee will be assessed for any requested registration changes after confirmation of your registration. Please double check your schedule and registration form before submitting your registration.
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