One-of-a-kind camp experiences, at two amazing locations (or online!)
Our camps are back for 2021, with experiences that deliver fun, excitement, discovery, outdoor exploration, and lasting learning. Join us this summer in Durham, Chapel Hill, or online for the best camps for your family.
Find the right in-person camp
Wondering which grade to search for? Choose the grade your child will enter into in the 2021—2022 school year.
... or join us online!
Our online camps provide opportunities for learning, discovery, and community through a digital platform. Our year-round Museum staff have created 11 programs that deliver fun, educational, project-based activities for kids in kindergarten through eighth grade.
Contact Us
For information about camps, or to contact camp staff during Summer Camps
email: summercamp@lifeandscience.org
phone: 919.220.5429 x405
For reservation or account setup questions, or to cancel or change a camp week:
email: reservations@lifeandscience.org
phone: 919.220.5429 x313
Durham Location
Durham Location
Chapel Hill Location
Chapel Hill Location
Hours and Pricing
Hours
In-person camps
9 am – 4:30 pm
Virtual camps, Session A
9 am – 11 am
Virtual camps, Session B
1 pm – 3 pm
Camp Prices
In-person camps
Members: $330/week
General Public: $360/week
Virtual camps
Members: $150/week
General Public: $180/week
Add-ons
Lunch*: $35/week (vegetarian and omnivore options available)
* Lunch is only available at the Durham location
More Information
2021 Scholarship Application
The Museum’s Summer Camp offers week-long experiences for children ages 4 through rising 8th grade.
A limited number of scholarships are available for families who meet the income eligibility guidelines for the National School Lunch Program, or who are facing other financial hardships. If a family has more than one child, the parent or guardian may submit a separate application for each child in the household.
Changes and Cancellations
The Museum can grant refunds for canceled camp sessions only up to and including May 21, 2021. No refunds will be issued after this date. Changes to individual camp sessions may be made up to two weeks before a session start as available. All refunds and changes before or after May 21, will incur a $30.00 per camp fee.
If your camper cannot attend your week of camp due to a confirmed case or contact with a confirmed case of COVID-19, please contact our reservations team to discuss options.
If the Museum needs to cancel a camp for any reason, a full refund will be offered.