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Camps
Ever wonder how to keep young minds engaged during school breaks?
When school is out, education and adventure are in at Discovery Place Science! Investigate, innovate and create with full-day Summer Camps for Pre K - Grade 8. Our Camps are led by professional educators and offer a variety of themes to get kids fired up about science, technology, engineering and art.
Camps run 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m., with specific activities geared toward the grade level of each group.
OPTIONAL EXTENDED CARE: Extended Care is available from 8:00 - 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 - 5:15 p.m. for $75 per week.
2018 Camp Guide
Essentials
Browse Camps
There's a whole world of science to discover! From cooking to chemistry and robotics to rainforests, get ready for hands-on fun and exciting educational experiences.
Pre K (Ages 3 -4)
Summer Camps
Amazing Animals
From bugs to birds, meet the animals you can find in your backyard
Pre K (Ages 3 -4)
Monday, June 03
Pre K (Ages 3 -4)
Summer Camps
Little Builders
Explore the world of building and design
Pre K (Ages 3 -4)
Monday, June 03
Rising K - 1
Summer Camps
All About Animals
Learn about native and exotic animals as you explore their world
Rising K - 1
Monday, June 10
Rising 6 - 8
Summer Camps
Crime Scene Investigators
See if you have what it takes to be a criminalist
Rising 6 - 8
Monday, June 10
Rising 2 - 3
Summer Camps
Girls Only: Full STEM Ahead
Explore engineering, programming, robotics, biology & chemistry
Rising 2 - 3
Monday, June 10
Rising 4 - 5
Summer Camps
Wizarding World
Dive into the wizarding world & discover the science behind magic
Rising 4 - 5
Monday, June 10
Rising K - 1
Summer Camps
Blast Off
Learn about life as an astronaut and create your own space gear
Rising K - 1
Monday, June 17
Rising 6 - 8
Summer Camps
Exploding Science Myths
Myths and urban legends are everywhere, but which are true?
Rising 6 - 8
Monday, June 17
Rising 4 - 5
Summer Camps
Girls Only: Full STEM Ahead
Explore engineering, programming, robotics, biology & chemistry
Rising 4 - 5
Monday, June 17
Rising 2 - 3
Summer Camps
Science of Pop Culture
Explore the science behind Minecraft®, Pokémon®, Harry Potter® and more
Rising 2 - 3
Monday, June 17
Rising 4 - 5
Summer Camps
Architecture Madness
Do you have what it takes to be an architect?
Rising 4 - 5
Monday, June 24
Rising 6 - 8
Summer Camps
Girls Only: Full STEM Ahead
Explore engineering, programming, robotics, biology & chemistry
Rising 6 - 8
Monday, June 24
Rising K - 1
Summer Camps
Ocean Explorations
Dive under the sea & meet some amazing animals
Rising K - 1
Monday, June 24
Rising 2 - 3
Summer Camps
The Incredible Human Body
Explore the human body and all of its incredible systems
Rising 2 - 3
Monday, June 24
Rising K - 1
Summer Camps
Fizz, Bubble, Goo & Glow
Explore the messy side of science through chemistry
Rising K - 1
Monday, July 08
Rising 6 - 8
Summer Camps
Innovators of Tomorrow
Think outside the box of engineering, inventing and design
Rising 6 - 8
Monday, July 08
Rising 2 - 3
Summer Camps
Summer Science Institute
Get exclusive access to Discovery Place Science with an elite group of summer scientists
Rising 2 - 3
Monday, July 08
Rising 4 - 5
Summer Camps
Superhero Science
Discover the real science behind some of your favorite superheroes
Rising 4 - 5
Monday, July 08
Rising 2 - 3
Summer Camps
Animal Encounters
Explore the natural world as you learn about native & exotic animals
Rising 2 - 3
Monday, July 15
Rising 6 - 8
Summer Camps
Code Design
Make components move, make sounds, flash and more
Rising 6 - 8
Monday, July 15
Rising K - 1
Summer Camps
Into the Woods
Take a look at incredible plants and animals in our backyard and beyond
Rising K - 1
Monday, July 15
Rising 4 - 5
Summer Camps
Summer Science Institute
Get exclusive access to Discovery Place Science with an elite group of summer scientists
Rising 4 - 5
Monday, July 15
Rising 6 - 8
Summer Camps
Anatomy & Physiology
Explore the fascinating anatomy of living creatures
Rising 6 - 8
Monday, July 22
Rising 2 - 3
Summer Camps
Intro to Robotics
Learn the basics of programming and get hands-on with robotic systems
Rising 2 - 3
Monday, July 22
Rising K - 1
Summer Camps
Junior Summer Science Institute
Enter the world of science and engineering
Rising K - 1
Monday, July 22
Rising 4 - 5
Summer Camps
Tinker, Innovate & Make
Think outside the box for engineering, inventing and design
Rising 4 - 5
Monday, July 22
Rising K - 1
Summer Camps
All About Animals
Learn about native and exotic animals as you explore their world
Rising K - 1
Monday, July 29
Rising 2 - 3
Summer Camps
Master Architects
Jump into the world of building
Rising 2 - 3
Monday, July 29
Rising 6 - 8
Summer Camps
Power Up: Engineering Energy Solutions
Design & build devices that use renewable energy to power the future
Rising 6 - 8
Monday, July 29
Rising 4 - 5
Summer Camps
Ultimate Game Makers
Do you love games? Ever wonder what it takes to build your own?
Rising 4 - 5
Monday, July 29
Rising 2 - 3
Summer Camps
Astronaut Academy
Do you have what it takes to become an astronaut and help colonize the moon or Mars?
Rising 2 - 3
Monday, August 05
Rising K - 1
Summer Camps
Junior Builders
Let your creativity reach new heights with building & design
Rising K - 1
Monday, August 05
Rising 4 - 5
Summer Camps
Power Up: Engineering Energy Solutions
Design & build devices that use renewable energy to power the future
Rising 4 - 5
Monday, August 05
Rising 6 - 8
Summer Camps
Robotics
Learn to build and program robots
Rising 6 - 8
Monday, August 05
Rising 2 - 3
Summer Camps
Cool Chemistry
What happens when you mix things together?
Rising 2 - 3
Monday, August 12
Rising 4 - 5
Summer Camps
Robotics Innovators
Learn to build and program robots that can sense light, follow commands & more
Rising 4 - 5
Monday, August 12
Rising 6 - 8
Summer Camps
Rocket Scientists
Find out what it takes to launch a space craft into the atmosphere
Rising 6 - 8
Monday, August 12
Rising K - 1
Summer Camps
Tails & Scales
Get hands-on with aquatic animals, living fossils & dinosaurs
Rising K - 1
Monday, August 12
Rising K - 1
Summer Camps
Blast Off
Learn about life as an astronaut and create your own space gear
Rising K - 1
Monday, August 19
Rising 2 - 3
Summer Camps
Science of Pop Culture
Explore the science behind Minecraft®, Pokémon®, Harry Potter® and more
Rising 2 - 3
Monday, August 19
Rising 6 - 8
Summer Camps
Summer Science Institute
Enjoy exclusive access to the Museum, including behind-the-scenes tours
Rising 6 - 8
Monday, August 19
Rising 4 - 5
Summer Camps
Wizarding World
Dive into the wizarding world & discover the science behind magic
Rising 4 - 5
Monday, August 19
FAQs
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I've registered. What's next?
Send in the Emergency Medical & Release Form at least two weeks prior to the start of camp. This form is REQUIRED. Your camper will not be allowed to attend camp until we have a completed form.
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Where do I go? What do I do?
Discovery Place Science Camps take place at the Museum located at 301 N Tryon St, Charlotte, NC 28202. We use a carpool drop-off/pick-up system.
- Approach the Museum going south on North Tryon Street. Make sure you're in the right turn lane. Follow camp signs and turn right onto 6th Street. Stay in the right lane. Camp staff will safely assist your camper out of the car.
- The pick-up location is the same as the drop-off location. Please arrive no earlier than 10 minutes prior to start of camp.
- All adults must present a photo ID when picking up campers. Only adults listed on the Emergency Medical & Release Form will be authorized to pick up a camper.
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What should I bring to camp?
- Campers should pack a nut-free bag lunch and an easy-to-open and close drink bottle.
- Snacks will not be provided, but a short snack time will be allotted in the morning and afternoon each day. Please send two nut-free snacks with your child daily.
- Discovery Place Science Camps are nut-free zones for the safety of all of our campers. Please pack all lunches and snacks accordingly.
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What does Lunch Bunch Care or Extended Care include?
- Lunch time supervision is offered free of charge from noon – 1:00 p.m. when booking a full-day Camp or one morning and one afternoon Camp during the same week.
- Lunch Bunch Care is available for half-day Camps from noon - 1:00 p.m. for $25 per week.
- Extended Care is now available from 8:00 - 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 - 5:15 p.m. for $75 per week.
- Children will bring their own lunch and/or snack and participate in board games, simple crafts, watch movies or other activities as planned by the extended care team.
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What is the cancellation policy?
- Cancellation notice of 3 weeks is required for a full refund. A $35 processing fee per child, per Camp, will be charged for all refunds.
- Programs with low enrollment 3 weeks prior to the start date are subject to cancellation.
- If cancellation occurs, the family will be notified and given the opportunity to select another Camp or receive a refund.
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