Smithsonian Summer Camp

Smithsonian Summer Camp is the best camp my kids attend. They love seeing the museums and hearing from the people who make it all happen. We are very impressed by the end of the week. Amazing!

We were very pleased ... [with the] virtual programs! Distance makes in-person impossible, so this was a great opportunity for my kids to experience your programs. They loved them!

"The instructors for Soldiers and Diorama are the best! Engaging, knowledgeable, fun. My boys love these camps because of them and what they bring to camp."

"We really liked the fun energy that the instructors had during the week. For a virtual set-up, it easily captured the kids' attention and held it throughout the week. If there's this much energy from an online perspective, I'm looking forward to my daughter attending in person someday!"

"#1 Summer Camp" - Best of DC by Washington Post readers
"Best Camp" - Best Camps of Northern Virginia by NOVA Magazine
One of "4 Summer Camps That Turn DC into One Big Playground" by Washingtonian

Summer Camp 2023

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Member Benefits

Smithsonian-Centric Themes

Live Experts to Expert Visits

Unique Teaching Teams

Hands-on Fun

What people are saying about our camps