STEM and History Camps in the Minneapolis / St. Paul area

At The Works Museum, kids are the designers, creators, and problem solvers – the engineers! Our camps for kids ages 5-12 include topics like robotics, architecture, coding, LEGO engineering, carpentry, and more. With half-day, whole-day, 1-day, and 4-day options, there's a summer camp that will fit your family's schedule.

Inspire your child’s creativity and watch their confidence soar with our all-new Camp Invention® program, Discover! Campers in grades K-6 will team up with friends for hands-on, open-ended STEM fun. They’ll create their own claw machine, uncover the science behind optical illusions, rev up for the ultimate road trip and embark on an eco-expedition to investigate penguins in Antarctica! Each experience is designed to spark curiosity, build persistence and create an unforgettable summer. Visit invent.org/local to secure your spot! Register using CIFUN25 by 3/20 to save $25 or CIFUN15 by 5/15 to save $15 off the registration fee. Payment plans available. 

The Physics Department at Hamline University offers high school students (grades 9–12) an exciting opportunity to explore cutting-edge science and technology through hands-on experiences, expert interactions, and insights into leading Minnesota companies.

Microscope Adventure Camp: Unveil the invisible! Use advanced light microscopes and Hamline’s state-of-the-art scanning electron microscope to explore the microscopic world. Capture striking images through photomicrography and analyze your discoveries like a scientist.

Young Physicist Camp: Power the future! Investigate the principles of innovation and renewable energy through hands-on experiments with energy conversion and storage technologies, including solar cells, supercapacitors, and lithium-ion batteries.

Join us this summer for an unforgettable journey where science comes to life!