Family Discovery Camps are coming to the Florida Museum! Explore the natural world with scientists and Museum staff in this outdoor experience for the whole family. Discover how scientists work in the field and learn how to use the tools of science yourself.
Camps are designed for children finishing grades K-6 and accompanying adults. Each week’s two-hour session will cover a different museum-based topic and includes outdoor exploration of the University of Florida Natural Area Teaching Laboratory. Camps are outdoors so wear appropriate footwear and clothes that can get dirty or wet!
Pre-registration is required. Registration for each camp closes the Thursday before.
| Sessions | Hours | Non-Members* | Members* | Registration Link |
| July 17 – Birds | 9-11 a.m. | $12 | $10 | [Event passed] |
| July 24 – Insects | 9-11 a.m. | $12 | $10 | SOLD OUT |
| July 31 – Mushrooms & Fungi | 9-11 a.m. | $12 | $10 | Sign up for Fungi! |
| August 7 – Water (NEW DATE) | 9-11 a.m. | $12 | $10 | Sign up for Water! |
* Prices are per participant
Program Details
- Each session includes a themed 2-hour session filled with science investigations, outdoor explorations and activities led by scientists and educators.
- Camps are designed for children finishing grades K-6 and their family.
- Participants will be given activities to take home and continue the fun.
- Each camp has a capacity of 20 participants. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
- Registration is $12 for non-members and $10 for members, per participant.
- Social distancing guidelines will be implemented. Masks recommended.