Camps 2025
Have the most fun school break with a week-long day camp at the MOST! Camp days are filled with hands-on STEM activities and fun, including explorations of the museum and exhibits, shows in the National Grid ExploraDome, and play time with friends. We offer camps during February and April school breaks, and throughout the summer.
All week-long camps run Monday through Friday from 9 to 3 at the MOST (Summer camps offer optional aftercare available from 3 to 5 for an additional fee). The cost per camper per week is $250 for members and $300 for non-members.
February 17-21—Registration opens January 1
Sensory Science Winter Recess Camp
Cost: $250 for members; $300 for non-members
Time: 9–3 (No aftercare available)
Recommended Ages: 6-10
15 spaces available
Explore the sights, sounds, colors, and textures of science in this hands-on STEM camp! Campers will be immersed in sensory science all week long, from icky insects and messy chemistry to the beautiful patterns of butterfly wings and nebulas in outer space. Plus, campers will explore the best the museum has to offer with exhibit access, Science Playhouse time, and shows in the National Grid ExploraDome Theatre & Planetarium included at no extra cost.
April 14–18—Registration opens January 1
Earth Day Spring Recess Camp
Cost: $250 for members; $300 for non-members
Time: 9–3 (No aftercare available)
Recommended Ages: 6-10
15 spaces available
It’s easy to know you want to make a difference to protect our planet, but harder to know exactly how! This Earth Month, join the MOST as we explore practical sustainability skills that everyone can incorporate into their daily lives. From protecting pollinators and recycling to composting and reusing old clothing, campers will explore sustainability, environmental science, conservation, and more. Plus, campers will explore the best the museum has to offer with exhibit access, Science Playhouse time, and shows in the National Grid ExploraDome Theatre & Planetarium included at no extra cost.
2025 Summer Camps— Registration Opens April 1
Junior Scientist (Ages 4-7)
Young children are natural scientists – they are curious, inquisitive, and always ready to explore! The MOST’s Junior Scientist Camp encourages that scientific spirit through stories, music, and sensory play, all designed to inspire young children to begin discovering the world around them!
2025 CAMP SESSION WEEKS:
JUNE 30 – JULY 3 (DISCOUNTED RATE – NO FRIDAY 7/4 SESSION)
JULY 7-11
JULY 14-18
JULY 28 – AUGUST 1
AUGUST 4-8
AUGUST 11-15
Note: While campers are not prohibited from attending summer camps for multiple weeks, please be advised that there is significant content repetition between session weeks of the same camp.
Be the Scientist (Ages 8-12)
Each day of camp brings new opportunities to ‘Be the Scientist’ with engaging lessons and activities that simulate the work of real scientists in the field – from astronauts and forensic scientists to chemists, marine biologists, and beyond!
2025 CAMP SESSION WEEKS:
JUNE 30 – JULY 3 (DISCOUNTED RATE – NO FRIDAY 7/4 SESSION)
JULY 7-11
JULY 14-18
JULY 28 – AUGUST 1
AUGUST 4-8
AUGUST 11-15
Note: While campers are not prohibited from attending summer camps for multiple weeks, please be advised that there is significant content repetition between session weeks of the same camp.
ESF Summer Science Week (Graduating 8th-grade students only)
JULY 21-25, 2025
For any additional information, please contact Dr. Emily Stewart, Senior Director of Education and Curation, at estewart@most.org or 315.425.9068 x2146.
Healthy Snacks for Students and Campers Courtesy of TOPS
