Your Summer Camp Destination!
**SOLD OUT** JUNIOR CODERS - 9am - 12pm
grades K - 3rd
Young learners will explore basic coding and logic using fun technology, robots, and screen-free methods.
THE SCIENCE OF ART - 9am - 12pm
grades 3rd - 8th
Campers will explore how to use science to create mixed media art. Projects include salt watercolor, patterns in nature, and color theory.
**SOLD OUT** FrakenSLIME - 1pm - 4pm
grades K - 8th
ALL. THE. SLIME. Kids will unlock the chemistry behind slime and polymers and make several batches of their own slime each day.
**SOLD OUT** AIR AND SPACE - 9 am- 12pm
grades K- 8th
Kids will learn about the principles of flight as they make custom rockets, helicopters, and other flying contraptions
**SOLD OUT** HARRY POTTER SUPER FANS - 1pm - 4pm
grades K- 8th
Campers will be immersed in the world of Harry Potter as they explore the real science of potions, mythical creatures, magical foods, and more
**SOLD OUT** 3D PRINTING - 9am - 12pm
grades 3rd- 8th
Campers will learn the fundamentals of 3D printing and use Tinkerdcad to design and print a variety of projects.
**SOLD OUT** MAKING A MURAL - 1pm - 4pm
grades 3rd - 8th
Campers will work with professional muralist, Katie Trainer, to make their artistic mark on the Science Factory entrance!
**SOLD OUT** THE CIRCUIT LAB - 9AM - 12PM
grades 2nd- 8th
Kids will make batteries, power motors, build complex circuits, and more in this electrifying camp.
**SOLD OUT** DISCOVERING DINOSAURS - 1pm - 4pm
grades K - 8th
Dino experts and newbies alike will love this immersive camp. Kids will explore types of dinosaurs, build a model of their own, go on a dino dig and more!
** SOLD OUT** I CAN BE AN ENGINEER - 9am - 12pm
grades K - 3rd
In this camp, instructed by Elanco K-6 Makerspace Facilitator, Drew Area, kids will complete an engineering design challenge each day.
*SOLD OUT* INSECTS IN YOUR NEIGHBORHOOD - 1pm - 4pm
grades K - 3rd
Don't bug out! Campers will learn about insects in the world around them as they design habitats, go on a nature walk, and more.
**SOLD OUT** VIDEO GAME DESIGN - 9am - 12pm
grades 3rd - 8th
Why just play video games when you can make your own? Learn the basics of coding while designing games in Microsoft MakeCode Arcade.
**SOLD OUT** COSTUMES AND FABRIC CRAFT - 1pm - 4pm
grades 3rd - 8th
Learn to hand-sew and measure fabric while exploring shapes and textures. Learn how to alter existing clothing and make props. Campers will finish the week with a cosplay fashion show!
CODING WITH SCRATCH JUNIOR - 9am - 12pm
grades K - 3rd
Learn how to program your own stories, games, and more using Scratch Junior in this camp led by Elanco Makerspace Facilitator, Drew Arena.
BIRDS IN THE BACKYARD - 9am - 12pm
grades 3rd - 8th
Explore the brand new outdoor space at the Science Factory and attract local species of birds by building a habitat, learning calls, and more!
*SOLD OUT* DISCOVERING DINOSAURS - 1pm - 4pm
grades K - 8th
Dino experts and newbies alike will love this immersive camp. Kids will explore types of dinosaurs, build a model of their own, go on a dino dig and more!
**SOLD OUT** ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING - 9AM - 12PM
grades 3rd - 8th
Campers will explore how engineers are tackling the climate crisis while building renewable generators, eliminating water pollution and more.
*SOLD OUT* BUBBLE BLAST - 9am - 12pm
grades K - 3rd
Campers will blast off into a world of bubbles as they explore the science behind floating bubbles, density, and the chemistry of the perfect solution!
**SOLD OUT** ART UNDER THE SEA - 1pm - 4pm
grades K - 8th
Each day campers will learn about different sea creatures and create their own acrylic on canvas painting to take home.
**SOLD OUT** JUNK DRAWER INVENTOR - 9am - 12pm
grades 2nd - 8th
Kids will use common materials to invent and build contraptions to solve problems using the engineering design process.
MATH EXPLORERS - 9am - 12pm
grades K - 3rd
Young learners will explore math concepts like money, place value, and more in highly-interactive and fun ways using our hands-on math exhibits!
**SOLD OUT** HARRY POTTER SUPER FANS - 1pm - 4pm
grades K- 8th
Campers will be immersed in the world of Harry Potter as they explore the real science of potions, mythical creatures, magical foods, and more.
**SOLD OUT!** BRIDGEMANIA - 9am - 12pm
grades 3rd - 8th
Kids will construct model bridges, try virtual and REAL welding, and cap off the week with a trip to High Steel Structures to see bridge-building in action.
**SOLD OUT!** WOODWORKING - 1pm - 4pm
grades 3rd - 8th
In this maker camp, campers will learn the basics of woodworking and tools of the trade while making cool projects like wizard wands and secret compartment boxes!
**SOLD OUT** RETURN OF FRANKENSLIME- 1pm - 4pm
grades K- 8th
One of our most popular camps returns to end the summer with a bang (or a splat)! Kids will unlock the chemistry behind slime and polymers and make several batches of their own EVERY day.
Camp Guidelines and Information
- Please review camp descriptions and grade level requirements carefully.
- Please disclose any physical limitations, allergies, learning, or behavioral issues on your registration form. This is helpful to our education staff to ensure that your child has a successful and safe week of camp!
- Camp registration includes 3 hours of camp instruction and activities daily and supervised breaks on the Lancaster Science Factory exhibit floor.
- Registration for each camp is limited and will be closed when maximum registration is reached or one week prior to the beginning of camp, whichever comes first.
- Campers may be dropped off no earlier than 15 minutes before the start of camp. They must be picked up no later than 15 minutes after the end of camp.
- Photo ID is REQUIRED to pick up a camper. The person MUST appear on the approved pick-up list provided by the parent or guardian at registration.
- A limited number of scholarships are available for families in need. Please click here to download the Camp Scholarship Application.
- Cancellations (by the registrant) received less than one week prior to day one of camp will be subject to a refund of 1/2 of the total registration cost for that camp. Cancellations received prior to that shall receive a full refund.
- Camps canceled by the Lancaster Science Factory for ANY reason will be refunded fully.
Summer Camps at the Lancaster Science Factory are sponsored by:
Scholarships provided by the Stabler Foundation, Sheetz, and the Junior League of Lancaster.
