Contact

Sarah Davis 
Illinois State Museum 
2177826044 
events@illinoisstatemuseum.org 

Where

Illinois State Museum 
502 South Spring Street
Springfield, IL 62706
 

 
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Summer Camps Ages 8-11  

 Fresh Eats: Exploring Food Science 

July 11-15 
8:30am-4:30 am
$165/Members, $195/ Non-members
Register by July 1st

Ever wondered about the food you eat? Join the ISM to learn the science behind growing food, the chemistry of cooking and preparing food, and get creative with food art. Campers will also visit the Downtown Farmers Market, buy some food, and make delicious snacks. Let your taste buds explore the flavors of your creations.

Please note: some activities will take campers offsite with museum staff chaperones. 


Time Travelers 

July 25-29   
8:30 am-4:30 pm 
$165/Members, $195/ Non-members 
Register by July 15th

Get ready to blow your wig, get groovy, and have a ball as we travel through time. Each day, campers will find themselves in a new decade. From the 1890s to the 1990s, they will explore fashion, music, technology, and culture through art and science activities. Participants will learn how to date historic photographs, explore types of communication, play historic games, create art befitting the time, and see how the past is like a mystery to be solved.

Cancellation Policy
Full payment is due at the time of registration.  Summer camp fees will be refunded minus a 25% cancellation fee for cancellations made five business days in advance of the camp start date. A refund minus a 50% cancellation fee will be given for cancellations made less than five business days in advance. No refunds will be given without advanced notification.  In the event of COVID-19 quarantine or testing positive either before camp or during camp, a full refund will be given minus a 10% processing fee. The Museum reserves the right to cancel summer camp at any time (a full refund will be issued if the Museum cancels camp).