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Event Series: Summer Day Camps

Summer Day Camps

July 30 @ 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
$10 – $65
photo collage of kids participating in the Museum of Idaho kids Summer Day Camps

Choose from up to four themed kids’ Summer Day Camps, offered on select dates in June and July.

Select a camp below to see its schedule and sign up! Camps are grouped by age, with different hours:

  • Ages 6–9: 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.
  • Ages 10-13: 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Myths and Legends

Unicorns, dragons, sea monsters—oh my! Dive into the science and stories behind some of the world’s most legendary creatures. Along the way, you’ll discover how fossils, real animals, and ancient myths helped inspire these fantastic beasts—then unleash your imagination to design a mythical creature of your very own.

 

Camp schedule | Ages 6-9 | $45

Each camp for the 6-9 age group runs from 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. Click on a date below to register! 

 

Camp schedule | Ages 10-13 | $65

Each camp for the 10-13 age group runs from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. Click on a date below to register! 

Build and Destroy

Put your problem-solving skills to the test as you design buildings, construct bridges, and experiment with the forces that shape—and sometimes shatter—structures. Along the way, discover the tools, technologies, and clever engineering that ancient empires used to build mighty cities and defend them!

 

Camp schedule | Ages 6-9 | $45

Each camp for the 6-9 age group runs from 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. Click on a date below to register! 

 

Camp schedule | Ages 10-13 | $65

Each camp for the 10-13 age group runs from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. Click on a date below to register! 

Museum Campout

Pitch your curiosity and get ready for a museum-sized adventure! In this day-long “campout,” we’ll blend nature, exploration, technology, and hands-on challenges as campers discover the wild side of science and history—no sleeping bag required!

 

Camp schedule | Ages 6-9 | $45

Each camp for the 6-9 age group runs from 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. Click on a date below to register! 

 

 

Camp schedule | Ages 10-13 | $65

Each camp for the 10-13 age group runs from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. Click on a date below to register! 

Escape the Museum

Team up to crack clues, solve puzzles, and tackle STEAM-powered challenges as you explore the museum on a mission! In this escape-room–style camp, campers will work together to unlock mysteries, think like scientists and engineers, and race the clock to complete their quest.

 

Camp schedule | Ages 6-9 | $45

Each camp for the 6-9 age group runs from 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. Click on a date below to register! 

 

Camp schedule | Ages 10-13 | $65

Each camp for the 10-13 age group runs from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. Click on a date below to register! 

Scholarships

Thanks to a grant from the Idaho Environmental Coalition, a limited number of scholarships are available, reducing the cost of each camp to just $10.

To qualify, campers must meet at least one of the following:

  1. Eligible for free/reduced lunch or MOI’s reduced-cost membership
  2. From an ethnic minority background (per U.S. guidelines)

Eligible participants may use one of the following discount codes at checkout to receive a reduced rate (while scholarships last):

  • For campers ages 6-9, use code: CAMPKIDS6789
  • For campers ages 10-13, use code: CAMPKIDS10
ASL Intepretation

AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE (ASL) INTERPRETATION is offered once per age group for each themed camp. Select a camp to view ASL availability.

Please indicate on the registration form if the attendee requires an American Sign Language (ASL) interpreter.

Member discount

MOI members get 10% off each camp! At checkout, input code MEMBER10.

Not a member yet? Join today for exclusive perks. Note: Membership will be verified upon registration.

Summer Day Camps are proudly supported by Idaho Environmental Coalition.

 

We gratefully acknowledge Idaho National Laboratory for its in-kind support of this program.

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