Summer Camp 2013

Atlanta History Center summer campers explore the past and the world around them through enriching and engaging activities. Join the fun with games, stories, crafts, and outdoor expeditions as well as interactive exhibitions. With new themes each week, campers enjoy a variety of hands-on, immersive camp experiences all summer long. Space is limited, so register early. Click here to learn more about our Summer Writing Camps at the Margaret Mitchell House.

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ELEMENTARY SCHOOL CAMPS

Dig In!
June 3-7 | Ages 6-11


Roll up your sleeves and learn how to fill your belly with groceries you grow yourself. Become an urban farmer and soak in soil preparation, build a worm bed, find out what to plant when and where, recognize good bugs and bad bugs, and even learn how to preserve and prepare all the goodies you grow. 

Survivor: 1860
June 10-14 | Ages 6-11


No running water? No electricity? No problem! Spend a week on our working farm and learn everyday survival skills of the 1860s, such as building a fire, distilling water, identifying poisonous plants, constructing a shelter, and weaving cloth. 

My Town
June 17-21 | Ages 6-11


Atlanta’s first official resident moved in 180 years ago this summer. A lot has changed since then. Immerse yourself in our city’s rich history and find out what makes Atlanta a cool place to live. Amaze your friends and impress your parents with the fun facts and fascinating people you discover.

Hail to the Chief
June 24-28  | Ages 6-11


Explore the lives and legacies of 44 of America’s most famous people – the American Presidents. Discover the feats and foibles of our Commanders-in-Chief, learn all 44 presidents in order through songs and games, and run your own campaign for Camp President. 

Beyond Gettysburg
July 8-12 | Ages 6-11


The year 1863 was pivotal in the Civil War and was marked by much more than important battles and famous speeches. Come along as we go beyond Gettysburg to explore bread riots and draft riots, emancipation and the formation of African American troops, the controversy over total warfare, and more. 

Weird History
July 15-19 | Ages 6-11


Join us for one of our most popular camps and explore the weird and wacky side of history. The weirdness never ends with this summer’s all new and even weirder week full of secret societies, crazy occurrences, wild prophecies, and bizarre inventions. 

The Cold War (Code Name: Spy Camp)
July 22-26 | Ages 6-11


The Cold War produced some of history’s most famous – and infamous – spies, double agents, and acts of espionage. Learn the causes of the Cold War, the major players, and, of course, lots of super-cool spy tactics. 

Creatures Great and Small
July 29-August 2 | Ages 6-8


Humans and animals have worked together for thousands of years, but how was it that man and beast first joined forces? Explore the many ways animals improve our lives, as well as the many faces of man’s best friends. Campers learn about animal husbandry first hand while helping tend animals on the Smith Family Farm.

PRE-SCHOOL CAMP

Adventures in History
July 29-August 2 | Ages 4-5


Your curious little one will love discovering history in a camp designed just for them. Campers spend the day exploring subjects they love such as farms, trains, houses, and animals through fun games, stories, and crafts. In the afternoons, campers have time to rest and play under the caring supervision of our educators. 

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

For information contact the Summer Camp Director at 404.814.4018 or SummerCamp@AtlantaHistoryCenter.com. Confirmation and additional information will be sent by email on receipt of a completed registration form.

Fees

• $225 per week for members at the Family Membership level
• $275 per week for nonmembers

Hours

• Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
• Students not participating in extended childcare (see below) may be dropped off after 8:45 AM and picked up between 3:45 and 4:00 PM

• Each week concludes with a special Friday afternoon event featuring a display of campers’ projects.

Extended Childcare

Morning session: 8:00 – 9:00 AM and/or afternoon session: 4:00 – 5:00 PM daily. There is a $25 additional charge per session.
Please note: children cannot be dropped off before 8:00 AM and must be picked up by 5:00 PM. Regrettably, due to staffing considerations, we must impose a late charge of $1 per minute due at pick-up if a child is not picked up on time.

Lunch

Lunch can be purchased for the entire week from Chick-fil-A at the Coca-Cola Café at a cost of $36.25 per camper. Alternately, children must bring bag lunches each day. Two snacks are provided daily.

Cancellation Policy

No refunds can be made for cancellations less than two weeks prior to the start of the selected camp. Any cancellation or change made more than two weeks before your child’s first day of camp carries an administrative fee of $25; if you withdraw your child before the two-week deadline, you will receive a refund less the $25 fee.

Register online by selecting the camp(s) to the left and click here to complete the required medical and permission forms
or
Download and send registration forms and payment to:
Summer History Camp
Atlanta History Center
130 West Paces Ferry Road, NW
Atlanta, GA 30306
Phone: 404.814.4018
Secure Fax Line: 404.814.2031
SummerCamp@AtlantaHistoryCenter.com