CAMPS AT THE MUSEUM

Adventure, discovery and fun await your camper at the Indiana State Museum’s seasonal camps! Designed to inspire, educate and provide unforgettable experiences for children from prekindergarten through eighth grade, you’re sure to find just the right fit for your child. Members save 10% on camp registration fees and get access to early registration ahead of nonmembers. Become a member today and save!

Is your camp sold out? Join the summer camp waitlist today.

  • Winter Camps

    Winter Break Camps

    When it’s cold outside, bring your campers to the Indiana State Museum for Winter Break Camps. They’ll have fun, make friends and learn something new every day!

    Camps run from 8 a.m.-5 p.m. with free time offered for campers from 8-9 a.m. and 3:45-5 p.m.

    Age

    Campers must currently be in kindergarten through sixth grade.

    Registration

    Camp registration opens to members Oct. 6-8 and nonmembers Oct. 9.

    Registration deadline for camps is 5 p.m. the day before camp.

    Price

    $65/per camper per day, 10% discount for members, $5 sibling discount; $10/day scholarships

  • Spring Camps

    Spring Break Camps

    Campers can become sculptors, artists, innovators and more during Spring Break Camps at the Indiana State Museum. Every day is a different experience!

    Camps run from 8 a.m.-5 p.m. with free time offered for campers from 8-9 a.m. and 4-5 p.m.

    Age

    Campers must currently be in kindergarten through sixth grade.

    Registration

    Camp registration opens to members Jan. 12-14, 2027, and nonmembers Jan. 15, 2027.

    Registration deadline for camps is 5 p.m. the day before camp.

    Price

    $65/camper per day, 10% discount for members, $5 sibling discount; $10/day scholarships

  • Summer Camps

    Summer Camps

    Summer is coming … that means it time for CAMP!

    The Indiana State Museum summer camp lineup of 30+ single-day and weeklong camps offer a wide variety of hands-on activities, discovery, play and loads of friend-making opportunities. Enroll your camper before camps sell out!

    Age

    Campers must be enrolled in pre-kindergarten through eighth grade in 2026-27 school year. Ages vary by camp.

    Registration

    Camp registration opens to members Jan. 28-30 and nonmembers Jan. 31.

    Price for Early Childhood Camps

    $30/per camper per day, 10% discount for members, $5 sibling discount

    $130/per camper per week, 10% discount for members, $5 sibling discount

    Price for Youth Camps

    $65/per camper per day, 10% discount for members, $5 sibling discount, $10/day scholarships

    $265/per camper per week, 10% discount for members, $5 sibling discount, $50/week scholarships

  • Fall Camps

    Fall Camps

    Fall Break Camp is the perfect time for fun and exploration with new themes and adventure each day! All camps include themed activities, museum gallery visits, outdoor recess and free choice time.

    Camps run from 8 a.m.-5 p.m. with free time offered for campers from 8-9 a.m. and 3:45-5 p.m.

    Age

    Campers must currently be enrolled in kindergarten through sixth grade.

    Registration

    Camp registration opens to members July 7-9 and nonmembers July 10.

    Registration deadline for camps is 5 p.m. the day before camp.

    Price

    $65/per camper per day, 10% discount for members, $5 sibling discount; $10/day scholarships

Winter Break Camps

When it’s cold outside, bring your campers to the Indiana State Museum for Winter Break Camps. They’ll have fun, make friends and learn something new every day!

Camps run from 8 a.m.-5 p.m. with free time offered for campers from 8-9 a.m. and 3:45-5 p.m.

Age

Campers must currently be in kindergarten through sixth grade.

Registration

Camp registration opens to members Oct. 6-8 and nonmembers Oct. 9.

Registration deadline for camps is 5 p.m. the day before camp.

Price

$65/per camper per day, 10% discount for members, $5 sibling discount; $10/day scholarships

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Spring Break Camps

Campers can become sculptors, artists, innovators and more during Spring Break Camps at the Indiana State Museum. Every day is a different experience!

Camps run from 8 a.m.-5 p.m. with free time offered for campers from 8-9 a.m. and 4-5 p.m.

Age

Campers must currently be in kindergarten through sixth grade.

Registration

Camp registration opens to members Jan. 12-14, 2027, and nonmembers Jan. 15, 2027.

Registration deadline for camps is 5 p.m. the day before camp.

Price

$65/camper per day, 10% discount for members, $5 sibling discount; $10/day scholarships

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Summer Camps

Summer is coming … that means it time for CAMP!

The Indiana State Museum summer camp lineup of 30+ single-day and weeklong camps offer a wide variety of hands-on activities, discovery, play and loads of friend-making opportunities. Enroll your camper before camps sell out!

Age

Campers must be enrolled in pre-kindergarten through eighth grade in 2026-27 school year. Ages vary by camp.

Registration

Camp registration opens to members Jan. 28-30 and nonmembers Jan. 31.

Price for Early Childhood Camps

$30/per camper per day, 10% discount for members, $5 sibling discount

$130/per camper per week, 10% discount for members, $5 sibling discount

Price for Youth Camps

$65/per camper per day, 10% discount for members, $5 sibling discount, $10/day scholarships

$265/per camper per week, 10% discount for members, $5 sibling discount, $50/week scholarships

Fall Camps

Fall Break Camp is the perfect time for fun and exploration with new themes and adventure each day! All camps include themed activities, museum gallery visits, outdoor recess and free choice time.

Camps run from 8 a.m.-5 p.m. with free time offered for campers from 8-9 a.m. and 3:45-5 p.m.

Age

Campers must currently be enrolled in kindergarten through sixth grade.

Registration

Camp registration opens to members July 7-9 and nonmembers July 10.

Registration deadline for camps is 5 p.m. the day before camp.

Price

$65/per camper per day, 10% discount for members, $5 sibling discount; $10/day scholarships

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  • Splash Into Summer
    Day Camp
    May 26

    Splash Into Summer

    Cool off at museum camp as we explore oceans, lakes, rivers and the creatures that live in water. This camp is currently sold out. Join the summer camp waitlist today.

    • Grades 1-6
    • 8 am-5 pm
  • Bubble Bonanza
    Day Camp
    May 27

    Bubble Bonanza

    Experiment with different bubble solutions, test wands and create bubble art. This camp is currently sold out. Join the summer camp waitlist today.

    • Grades 1-6
    • 8 am-5 pm
  • Cardboard City
    Day Camp
    May 28

    Cardboard City

    Learn about the layout of Indianapolis as you build an entire model city out of cardboard! This camp is currently sold out. Join the summer camp waitlist today.

    • Grades 1-6
    • 8 am-5 pm
  • Mario and Luigi Go to Museum Camp
    Day Camp
    May 29

    Mario and Luigi Go to Museum Camp

    Join us as we explore our favorite video game and solve STEAM challenges along the way. This camp is currently sold out. Join the summer camp waitlist today.

    • Grades 1-6
    • 8 am-5 pm
  • Racing Into Summer
    Day Camp
    Jun 1

    Racing Into Summer

    Zoom into summer with this exciting camp that’s all about the need for speed! This camp is currently sold out. Join the summer camp waitlist today.

    • Ages 4-6
    • 9 am- 12 pm
  • Culinary Tiny Bites
    Week Camp
    Jun 1 – 5

    Culinary Tiny Bites

    Learn how to create yummy snacks, appetizers and other quick bites. This camp is currently sold out. Join the summer camp waitlist today.

    • Grades 1-3
    • 8 am-5 pm
  • Art Through the Ages
    Week Camp
    Jun 1 – 5

    Art Through the Ages

     Discover the iconic eras of art and then create your own art masterpieces. This camp is currently sold out. Join the summer camp waitlist today. 

    • Grades 4-6
    • 8 am-5 pm
  • Wild World
    Week Camp
    Jun 8 – 12

    Wild World

    Come explore the wild lives of animals from around the world. This camp is currently sold out. Join the summer camp waitlist today.

    • Ages 4-6
    • 9 am-12 pm
  • Once Upon a Storybook
    Week Camp
    Jun 8 – 12

    Once Upon a Storybook

    Get transported into a magic land in this camp about your favorite storybooks. This camp is currently sold out. Join the summer camp waitlist today.

    • Grades 1-3
    • 8 am-5 pm
  • Culinary: Home Grown
    Week Camp
    Jun 8 – 12

    Culinary: Home Grown

    Learn how to cook using garden-fresh produce and practice new techniques. This camp is currently sold out. Join the summer camp waitlist today.

    • Grades 4-6
    • 8 am-5 pm
  • Out of This World Art
    Day Camp
    Jun 15

    Out of This World Art

    Explore the cosmos as we take inspiration from all-things space.

    • Ages 4-6
    • 9 am- 12 pm
  • Wildlings’ Nature Camp
    Week Camp
    Jun 15 – 19

    Wildlings’ Nature Camp

    Learn about the environment, animals and plants while exploring nature in Indianapolis. This camp is currently sold out. Join the summer camp waitlist today.

    • Grades 1-3
    • 8 am-5 pm