Fall Break Camps

Welcome the changing seasons by creating autumnal art pieces, learning the history of mummies, zombies and vampires and performing hands-on kitchen experiments, and so much more. Camps are offered at the Indiana State Museum and Corydon Capitol State Historic Site.

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Summer Camps

Give your campers a summer to remember with one of our day and weeklong summer camps. With numerous options at various locations across the state, there’s something for every interest for preschoolers to 8th graders.

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FALL BREAK CAMPS

At which location would you like to explore fall break camps?

Indiana State Museum   Corydon Capitol

At the Indiana State Museum

9 a.m. to 4 p.m., October 11 – 22
Kindergarten-Grade 6 students
$55/child per day, 10% discount for members, $5 sibling discount

Learn more about scholarships available for qualifying families here. Or, give the gift that will help deliver camp adventures to even more youth by contributing to our Camp Scholarship Fund. Learn more here.  

Free time for campers offered 8 to 9 a.m.

Because your child’s health and safety is our priority, we have the most up-to-date COVID-19 protocols in place to provide your child with safe fall fun. Learn more by clicking here.

Autumn Adventures at Corydon Capitol

9 a.m. to 4 p.m., October 12
Grade 1-6 students
$40/youth, 10% discount for members

How do leaves change colors? Why does it get so chilly in the fall? Discover and learn about the changing seasons through hands-on activities and outdoor exploration. Registration required by Oct. 5.

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Because your child’s health and safety is our priority, we have the most up-to-date COVID-19 protocols in place to provide your child with safe fall fun. Learn more by clicking here.

Camp Scholarship Fund

Help us share more opportunities for adventure! We believe that all kids deserve a chance to explore their curiosities and discover the world in new ways. Our Camp Scholarship Fund helps defray program fees for children whose family may not otherwise be able to participate due to financial hardship.

Your support has the power to expand the accessibility of camp offerings to families in communities statewide. Every dollar makes a difference—no gift is too small.

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SUMMER CAMPS

Give your campers a summer to remember with one of our day and weeklong summer camps. With numerous options at various locations across the state, there’s something for every interest for preschoolers to 8th graders.

Summer camp at the Indiana State Museum

at the Indiana State Museum

Give your campers a summer to remember with one of our day and weeklong summer camps. With numerous options at various locations across the state, there’s something for every interest for preschoolers to 8th graders.

Summer camp scholarships for 2021 are now full. Submit an application to be added to our waitlist here. Or, give the gift that will help deliver camp adventures to even more youth by contributing to our Camp Scholarship Fund. Learn more here.

Because your child’s health and safety is our priority, we have the most up-to-date COVID-19 protocols in place to provide your child with safe summer fun. Learn more by clicking here.

For questions please call 317.232.1637

Day Camps

  • YOUTH ENTERING GRADES 1-6

    AUG. 2 | BEAD CREATIONS

    Perler, pony, and paper, oh my! We’ll create new designs with Perler beads, make animals with pony beads, and even learn how to create beads with paper.

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    AUG. 3 | FOSSIL DISCOVERY

    Become a junior paleontologist as you learn how to use tools of the trade to search for and discover more about fossils.

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How we're staying safe

  • Indiana State Museum

    Our Camp Room

    • Tables are spaced 5-6 feet apart.
    • We will have up to two campers per 6’ table, sitting at opposite ends of the table.
    • We allow campers to self select their seat for the day. Siblings may choose to sit together or at different tables.

    Camp Activities

    • All materials will be grouped per child. Each camper will have a bin of art supplies that will be just theirs to use during the camp day. When extra materials are needed, a museum staff person will gather those materials.
    • We will do our best to limit contact with non-camp staff and museum visitors. This includes touring the galleries before the museum opens and having lunch in our camp room.
    • Recess and free exploration are important aspects of camp. We will have variety of exploration bins that a camper can explore with for the day. These materials will be cleaned at the end of each day. If the weather permits (not raining), we will go outside for walks and non-contact recess games.

    Cleaning

    • Campers will wash their hands when entering and leaving the camp room, before and after snack and lunch, and after using the restroom. Both hand sanitizer and soap and water will be available for campers to use as needed.
    • Tables, chairs, camper bins and materials will be cleaned at the end of each camp day, once the campers have left for the day.
    • We are using 80% isopropyl alcohol, Virex and cleaning wipes to clean items after use.

    Additionally

    • Campers and museum staff will be expected to wear a mask during the camp day, except for lunch and snack time.
    • Pick-up and drop off will happen in the circle drive right outside the museum entrance. This will limit the number of adults in the camp space. Additional details will be emailed to parents before camp.
    • If we don’t reach our minimum camp attendance, camp will be cancelled on the Monday the week before that scheduled camp.

  • Corydon Capitol State Historic Site

    Our Camp Space

    • Nearly all camp activities occur in an outdoor setting. Indoor space will only be used during restroom usage, touring the Capitol Building, and/or inclement weather. Masks are required while campers are indoors.

    Camp Activities

    • All activity related materials will be grouped per child. Each camper will have a container of craft supplies that will be exclusively theirs to use during the day. When extra materials are needed, a museum staff person will gather those items.
    • We will do our best to limit camper contact with visitors and staff members not assisting with the program.

    Cleaning

    • Campers will wash their hands before and after snack/lunch times and after using the restroom. Both hand sanitizer and soap and water will be available for campers to use as needed.
    • Activity materials, containers, and high contact surfaces will be cleaned before the campers use them.
    • We are using 80% isopropyl alcohol, Virex and cleaning wipes to clean items after use.

    Additionally

    • If camp attendance does not reach the required minimum, camp will be cancelled on Monday, October 5th.

Review our registration, cancellation and bad weather policies here.