2026 Summer Camps will be announced in early February.
Camp Scholarships
The Kenosha Public Museums Summer Camp Scholarship Program provides young people in need of financial assistance the opportunity to attend summer camp. We encourage young people of all diverse backgrounds to apply.
Camp scholarships are sponsored by the Friends of the Museum. If you’re interested in becoming a Friends of the Museums Member, learn more here.
Winter Camp
Wintersaurus Camp
Tuesday, December 30 | 10am – 12pm | $15 ($20 for non-member) | Register Here
Take a break from Winter Break! Did you know that dinosaur fossils have been found on every single continent on Earth? Even Antarctica! Join the Kenosha Public Museum for a morning of fun, learning about dinosaurs from the Arctic and Antarctic, through hands-on experiments with real and cast fossils, and crafts.
Intended for ages 6-10
Spring Camps
Keep your child busy with some educational fun during spring break! Ages 5-10 years old.
Exploring Animals
Tuesday, April 22 | 10:00am – 12:00pm | $20 ($25 for non-members) | Kenosha Public Museum | Register Here
Join us as we discover unique animals from around the world! Learn about some of the most interesting creatures that call our planet home, get up close with real animal specimens, and make some fun animal art as we explore the world around us.
Discovering Dinosaurs
Thursday, April 24 | 10:00am – 12:00pm | $20 ($25 for non-members) | Dinosaur Discovery Museum | Register Here
Get early access to the Dinosaur Discovery Museum as we explore the unique connection between dinosaurs and birds. Get hands on with real fossils, learn about the different tools paleontologists use and how to excavate a dinosaur, and even make your own fossils to take home!
Summer Camps 2026
Dinosaur Camp
Tuesday, June 16 – Thursday, June 18 | 10am – 12pm | $60 ($75 non-members)
Are you ready for the ultimate prehistoric adventure? Step back in time and join us at Dino Camp, where young explorers can immerse themselves in the world of dinosaurs. Build your own dino fossil model, create dino-themed art, and enjoy a private tour of the Dinosaur Discovery Museum.
Registration Coming Soon
Studio Art Camp
Tuesday, June 23 – Thursday, June 25 | 10am – 12pm | $60 ($75 non-members)
Let your little artist’s imagination run wild, every day of camp is a new opportunity to explore, create, and express themselves through the magic of art. From watercolor painting, shaping clay and recycled materials to uniquely carved prints, your child will explore a variety of fun mediums to bring their visions to life.
Registration Coming Soon
Space Camp
Tuesday, July 7 – Thursday, July 9 | 10am – 12pm | $60 ($75 non-members)
Blast off into an unforgettable adventure at Space Camp! Kids will journey through the stars as they explore constellations, planets, and distant galaxies through a variety of experiments and crafts. Get ready for an out-of-this-world experience!
Registration Coming Soon
Art Around the World Camp
Tuesday, July 14 – Wednesday, July 16 | 10am – 12pm | $60 ($75 non-members)
Explore the world through creative expression with activities like crafting intricate sand mandalas, painting Aboriginal dot figures, experimenting with Japanese spilled ink prints, and decorating traditional Matryoshka nesting dolls. Each art form offers a fun and hands-on way to learn about different cultures while developing artistic skills.
Registration Coming Soon
Oceans Camp
Tuesday, July 29 – Thursday, July 31 | 10am – 12pm | $60 ($75 non-members)
Dive into the wonders of our oceans! rivers, and lakes. Discover incredible sea creatures, from vibrant fish to majestic whales, while learning about their unique habitats.
Registration Coming Soon
American Art Camp
Tuesday, August 4 – Thursday, August 6 | 10am – 12pm | $60 ($75 non-members)
Learn about a few important Americans and the impact of their artwork on the world, and then try their techniques yourself in this three-day camp. From the chaos of Abstract Expressionism to the color theory of Alma Thomas, find new ways to see the world around you.
Registration Coming Soon
Safari Camp
Tuesday, August 8 – Thursday, August 10 | 10am – 12pm | $60 ($75 non-members)
Embark on an animal expedition! Campers will journey around the world to discover fascinating animals and the habitats they call home.
Registration Coming Soon
Teen Camps
Dungeons & Dragons
Tuesday, July 22 – Thursday, July 24 | 10:00am – 4:00pm | $120 ($150 for non-members) | Ages 11-14
Registration Coming Soon
Storytelling is an integral part of every culture around the world. They are used to explain the natural world, remember histories, and for entertainment. Through the vast fantasy of the Dungeons & Dragons campaign setting, learn about storytelling, create your own characters, and go on a fantastic adventure. If you’re ready, let’s roll initiative! Participants will receive everything they need to play–a set of dice, a character miniature, and a character sheet. Throughout this three-day camp, we will cover basic character creation, so please do not bring a prepared character sheet with you.
**Please send your child to camp with a bagged lunch each day. **
Cooking Camps
Learn how to make a full dish with Museum Staff to enjoy as a prepared lunch with parent or guardian upon pick-up. Must register for each day individually. Ages 10-13.
That’s Amore
Tuesday, August 19 | 10:00am – 12:00pm | $48 ($60 non-member)
Registration Coming Soon
Whether your child is a budding foodie or a kitchen novice, this workshop is the perfect opportunity for young chefs to develop essential kitchen skills, cultivate a love for cooking, and gain confidence in their culinary abilities. In this class, students will make:
- Handmade Pasta
- Red Sauce with Meat
- Garlic Bread
- Canoli
An Afternoon in Asia
Wednesday, August 20 | 10:00am – 12:00pm | $48 ($60 non-member)
Registration Coming Soon
In this lively workshop, kids will become junior chefs as they learn the art of Asian cuisine. In this class, students will make:
- Fresh Spring Rolls
- Pork Gyoza
- Mango Sticky Rice
Campfire Favorites
Thursday, August 21 | 10:00am – 12:00pm | $48 ($60 non-member)
Registration Coming Soon
In this class, students will make:
- Walking Tacos
- Street Corn
- Guacamole
- Banana Boats
Camp Scholarships
The Kenosha Public Museums Summer Camp Scholarship Program provides young people in need of financial assistance the opportunity to attend summer camp. We encourage young people of all diverse backgrounds to apply.
Information about 2026 Summer Camp Scholarship process coming soon.
If your child has been selected to receive a scholarship, you will be contacted directly. Due to the high volume of applications this year, we are only able to reach out to those families who have been awarded a scholarship.
Thank you for your interest in our programs. Scholarship applications will reopen in early 2026.
Camp scholarships are sponsored by the Friends of the Museum. If you’re interested in becoming a Friends of the Museums Member, learn more here.
Cancellations and Refunds
A full refund will be issued if the Kenosha Public Museum, Dinosaur Discovery Museum, or Civil War Museum cancels a workshop or camp.
All refunds requested within 72 hours of the program are subject to a $10 processing fee.
No refunds are offered on or after the day a workshop or camp begins.
Class cancellations can happen if enrollment minimums are not met two days prior to the event. You will be contacted via phone or email if your event is canceled.
If unforeseen circumstances (i.e. weather, power outages, instructor illness) occur within 72 hours of the workshop or camp and the program must be canceled, the museum will do its best to reschedule or provide a voucher to take a program of a similar or same cost.
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