Celebrate America’s 250th anniversary with the stories of the people, ideas, and innovations that transformed our nation from a bold experiment in democracy into a global leader during World War II. Through hands-on activities, interactive challenges, and immersive Museum experiences, campers will uncover the building blocks of American identity and learn how a country founded on big ideas rose to meet one of history’s greatest challenges.
This camp is sold out for 2026. Click here to check out our other summer camp offerings.
Details
This camp is for children entering grades 3–8.
2026 Dates:
- Grades 3–5: June 22–26 [SOLD OUT]
- Grades 6–8: June 22–26 [SOLD OUT]
Registration Fees:
- $290 per camper/week
Drop-Off and Pickup Details:
- Drop-off is between 8:45 a.m. and 8:55 a.m. at the main entrance of Louisiana Memorial Pavilion on Andrew Higgins Boulevard. Museum staff will greet your child and accompany them to the classroom camp area. Early drop-off is not available.
- Pickup is between 2:45 p.m. and 3:00 p.m. A car line will be formed at the main entrance of Louisiana Memorial Pavilion on Andrew Higgins Boulevard. Families will be given a card to display in their front windshield to identify their camper. If a child needs to be picked up early or misses the car line pickup window, the child’s family must park and come inside the Museum. Aftercare pickup between 3:15 p.m. and 5:30 p.m. is available for an additional fee.
- Campers must be signed out by a parent or guardian; no camper will be allowed to leave the Museum unaccompanied at the end of the camp day.
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This project was made possible in part by the Institute of Museum and Library Services [Grant No. MA-257854-OMS-25]. Visit imls.gov to learn more.
