a summer of learning, discovery & play
Sign your camper up for a play-filled learning experience at TCMU-Spartanburg! Each camp day is infused with STEAM-based learning and museum exploration based on a weekly theme.
Summer camp at TCMU-Spartanburg is for rising 3K, 4K & 5K learners and includes school readiness skill building.
Book by the day for extra flexibility.
June 5-July 28
Book camp by day or multiple days
9AM-12PM
$48 per day
Members:
$43 per day
BEFORE YOU BOOK:
- Summer Camp at TCMU-Spartanburg can be booked by the day.
- Camp is offered for a half-day from 9am-12pm.
- You can only register ONE camper at a time.
- To register, click the cart icon that corresponds with your desired day. You will then be directed to a new window where a cart will appear with your selected booking.
- To add more days to your cart, return to this page and click the corresponding cart icon. That camp will be added to your cart in a new window.
- TCMU members, click the “please verify your membership” in navy and enter your Membership ID.
- Once you have the desired number of camp slots in your cart, click “PLACE ORDER” to complete your purchase and confirm payment. Repeat this same process for any additional campers.
- Online registration only. Contact [email protected] for registration questions, to reschedule camp, or use a credit from 2022.
registration links
Camp Descriptions
| Date | Theme | Description |
|---|---|---|
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JUNE 5 -9 |
Astronaut Academy |
Blast off and discover all that it takes to explore the great beyond! Lightyears of fun are ahead as campers learn about the universe and the people that help us explore it. |
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JUNE 12-16 |
Get into Gaming |
Learn the basics of thinking like a programmer and gaming navigation through this hands-on, collaborative camp experience. Campers will explore not only video games, but board games and field games for a week full of play! |
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JUNE 19-23 |
Eat, Play, Love |
Climb the food pyramid to discover everything our bodies need to be happy and healthy! We’ll learn about food groups, exercise, where our food comes from and even decorate some delicious sweets. |
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JUNE 26-30 |
Discerning Detectives |
Dissect crime scenes and gather evidence in this mystery filled week of discovery. Sketch the scene, analyze fingerprints and fiber samples, and find coded messages with invisible ink! |
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JULY 10-14 |
Explore Engineering |
Levers, pulleys, and axles, oh my! This week we will explore how to build towers and marble rollercoasters, among other simple machines. Our knowledge will culminate in building our own Rube Goldberg machine! |
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JULY 17-21 |
Party in the Prehistoric |
Unearth creatures of long ago in a week-long excavation of knowledge and fun! Learn more about different species of prehistoric animals and their habitats, as well as how they lived in a land before time. |
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JULY 24-28 |
Fantastic Stories |
Escape to a world beyond imagination in a quest to create fantastic stories! Through this exploration of fine arts and artistry, campers will discover the power of their creativity through storytelling, crafts, and performance. |
faqs
How can I get help registering for camp?
- Parents are encouraged to register online. If you need assistance with registration, please e-mail [email protected] or come in person to TCMU and one of our Guest Services representatives will be happy to help! TCMU is not able to register for camp over the phone.
- Please note: Individual orders must be placed per camper. You cannot purchase camps for multiple campers at a time.
What will my camper do at camp?
Each week is jam-packed with themed STEAM-based activities in addition to supervised free play in the museum and group games. Our curriculum provides campers the opportunity to learn and explore in the museum’s unique and playful setting.
Is food provided for my child?
Food is not provided by TCMU unless in special circumstances. Please pack a snack for each shift of camp that your camper attends, as well as a water bottle. Peanut and tree nut products are prohibited.
How do I drop-off and pick-up my child?
Drop Off:
- Drop-off for AM camp is from 8:45AM-9:00AM. Doors will close at 9:05AM, respectively.
- Should the door be closed when you arrive late, please go to the main entrance and request pickup of your camper with the Guest Services staff. Late pickup is subject to a $10 charge for every additional 10 minutes of supervision.
- Guardians, please park on Magnolia Street and wait with your camper(s) for a staff member to escort your child inside. Do not send your child inside without a staff member escorting them to the door.
- If you choose to park, please park in the Magnolia Street Parking Garage or at one of the street parking spots. The Magnolia Street Parking Garage allows you to park for 2 hours free. Please walk your camper(s) to the front of the building and wait for a staff member to escort your child inside.
Pick Up:
- Pick-up for camp is from 11:45AM-12:00PM. Doors will close at 12:05pm.
- Guardians, please park on Magnolia Street and wait for a staff member to sign-out your child.
Provide the name of your camper and your photo ID to the staff member, and your child will be escorted to you. Photo ID is required for all adults picking up any child, even parents!
What if my child needs help in the bathroom?
- All campers attending TCMU camp must be potty trained and independent in the restroom.
- Camp staff will not enter the restroom with any camper under any circumstances, or help them dress or undress. Campers must be independent in the restroom, and must be able to alert camp staff that they need to use the restroom if needed outside of regularly scheduled breaks.
- In the event of a potty accident, campers will need to be picked up as soon as possible.
What if I need to cancel my child’s camp?
- TCMU does not offer refunds for camp cancellations.
- Camp reservations may be rescheduled for a $10 rebooking fee.
- Camp reservations can be canceled for a credit to be used a maximum of 1 year from the date of cancellation. These funds can only be applied to future TCMU camps and are not applicable to memberships, admissions, store credit, or any other purchases.
- In the event of a cancellation by the museum, funds may be moved to another camp if space is available at the discretion of TCMU, or given as a credit.
