So many ways to start discovering the scientist in all of us
Summer Camps
Our camps are designed by our year-round staff to balance the excitement of first discovery and the satisfaction of lasting learning. Campers explore nature, animal life, creativity, problem-solving, and scientific thinking while making new friends and having fun at the Museum.
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Schools Out Camps
We offer camps to fit all you schools out day needs including day camps, week-long camps, track-out camps.
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Nature Kids
Through these classes, you and your child will explore the natural world through sensory play, games, music, nature walks, and other outdoor activities.
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Early Childhood Programs
The Museum offers an exciting suite of programs designed for our littlest learners. These hands-on programs offer opportunities for connection. They are designed to foster social development, motor skills, and early critical thinking skills.
Field trips & group visits
Whether you’re a school group, a summer camp, a team, a scout troop, or a large gathering of friends and family, a visit to the Museum launches visitors into a universe of nature exploration and science learning.
![A Museum educator teaching students](https://i0.wp.com/www.lifeandscience.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/field-trip-dps-900x600-1.jpg?resize=768%2C512&ssl=1)