Summer Camp

 

Thank you for a wonderful Summer! Say tuned for dates and themes for Summer 2020.

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At Camp Imagination, your little learners imagine, discover, and connect to the world around them. With imaginative weekly themes, there’s a camp for every kid. Register your kids to play with purpose and embrace curiosity this Summer! 

DROP OFF AND PICK UP
Drop Off is from 8:30-9am and Pick Up is 4:30-5pm. Extended care is available until 6pm for $50.

FOR AGES 5-10
Classes will be divided into ages 5, 6-7, and 8-10.

INCLUDES
Camp Programming, Supplies, and Museum Playtime
Exclusive SMALLab Experiences
Weekly Visits from Bricks 4 Kidz
Morning and Afternoon Snack
Camp Imagination T-shirt

PRICING
$265 per week
GCM Members Save 15%
Add Subway Lunch, $50 a week
Add Subway Lunch, $50 a week

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS BACK TO CAMPS PAGE

If your desired week of camp is sold out, please contact camps@glazermuseum.org or call 813 443 3810 to be added to the waitlist.

WEEKLY THEMES

While we always strive for inclusion, we are particularly proud to offer two Autism-Friendly weeks of camp! Week 5 and Week 6 will have additional specially trained staff, a quiet space for campers who need a break, and an optional orientation the week prior so campers will know exactly what to expect!

	Age 5, Ages 6-7	Ages 8-10
Week 1 June 10-14	We’ve Got the Beat Explore music, dance, and culture from around the world this summer! Experience Brazilian Capoeira, Chinese Dragon Dance, Hawaiian ukulele songs, and much more throughout your GCM travels.	Global Passport Discover celebrations from around the world while taking part in Day of the Dead and Holi festivals. Learn dance, school, dress, and musical traditions from South America, Asia, Africa, North America, and more.
Week 2 June 17-21	Pets & Vets, Junior Calling all animal lovers! Whether they swim, fly, or crawl, learn more about the animals in our life. Meet a real vet, learn how to care for animals, and join in a pet parade.	Pets & Vets Vets are as cool as the animals they care for! Explore the science behind your favorite breed, meet a real vet, and have a Pet Parade to show off the kind of animals you’ve researched all week.
Week 3 June 24-28	New! Outside In Grab your canteen and meet us by the campfire for this nature-themed camp. Engineer your own tent, explore the sky, and make s’mores in your own solar oven.	New! Outside In Grab your canteen and meet us by the campfire for this nature-themed camp. Engineer your own tent, explore the sky, and make s’mores in your own solar oven.
Week 4 July 1-3	Dinosaurs Stomp, roar, chomp! The Jurassic period comes to life as we learn about dinosaurs big and small. Become an archeologist while digging for dinos, making fossils, and studying prehistoric plants and animals.	Scientific Chef Bon appetit! Take a closer look at the science behind cooking and cuisine. Be inspired by our favorite chefs and chemists to become a culinary expert by the end of camp!
Week 5 July 8-12AUTISM FRIENDLY	Build It, Junior Build, create, destroy! Future engineers, learn the science of building big and small. Participate in an awesome LEGO-inspired build and dive into the wonderful world of electrical circuits.	Build It Can you imagine what Tampa’s skyline could look like in 2050? Be inspired to engineer your vision after exploring GCM’s Rig-a-ma-jig, learn about the strength of triangles, and create a fun box town!
Week 6 July 15-19AUTISM FRIENDLY	Make a Masterpiece, Junior Calling all future artists! Get messy in this immersive arts camp as we explore painting, sculpture, collage, and more.	Make a Masterpiece Calling all future artists! Get messy in this immersive arts camp as we explore painting, sculpture, collage, and more.
Week 7 July 22-26	Art & Bots, Junior Find the A in STEAM in this creative camp! Whether learning to code an Ozobot, creating a marshmallow piano, or driving Sphero through a maze, you will explore the imaginative elements of early robotics.	Art & Bots Find where art and robotics intersect in this STEAM-focused camp. Dive into robotics as you code Sphero, design your own video game, and build a robotic car.
Week 8 July 29-August 2	Pirates, Princesses, & Magical Tales Once upon a time, in a galaxy far away, and through the wardrobe, a magical tale awaited its heroes and heroines. Spend a week weaving imaginative tall tales to share with all at GCM’s Twinkle Stars Theater.	Animation & Film You could be a YouTube star, Disney animator, or special effects superstar! Study the art of animation, watch and analyze short films and videos, and create your own LEGO stop motion animation with Scratch!

 

DROP OFF AND PICK UP
Drop Off 8:30-9am | Pick Up 4:30-5pm | Extended Care 5-6pm
Camper drop off and pick up is located on the west side of the Museum near the bus circle on Gasparilla Plaza. Caregivers will need to provide a photo ID and sign for daily Pick Up.
If your child is picked up after 5pm, you will be charged the extended care fee. Any pickups after 6pm will be charged $5 per minute.

WHAT TO WEAR AND BRING
All campers should wear their Camp Imagination T-shirt, comfortable shoes, and attire for a fun day of play. Please pack an extra change of clothes for your camper. Don’t forget to pack your water bottle and boxed lunch if you don’t add Subway!

CANCELLATIONS AND REFUNDS
Any cancellation requested 21 or more days prior to the first day of camp will receive a full refund. Due to camp supplies and limited demand, a cancellation 14-20 days before the first day of camp warrants a 50% refund. A cancellation less than 14 days before the first day of camp warrants no refund.

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS AVAILABLE
At the Glazer Children’s Museum, we believe every child deserves to play with purpose. We are proud to offer a limited number of camp scholarships for our Summer, Fall, Winter, and Spring Break camps. Scholarships are awarded based on financial need and camper interest. We are accepting applications for Summer Camp through March 29. To apply, please visit GlazerMuseum.org/campscholarships

SPONSOR A CAMP SCHOLARSHIP
To sponsor a camp scholarship, please contact Faith Miser, Development Coordinator at fmiser@glazermuseum.org | 813 443 3822

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