“Full STEAMM Ahead” Summer History Camp the Heritage Museum of Northwest Florida will be held June 27 – July 1, 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. The camp is open to children in grades K-6. Preregistration is underway.
By adding “A” to STEMM, representing the historic element of the Arts, the Heritage Museum has created STEAMM. “Full STEAMM Ahead” Summer Camp incorporates history to teach about science, technology, environmental and mathematics.
Students, grades K-6, will experience hands-on activities and something new each day about the heritage and culture of Northwest Florida with special presentations from community partners.
The cost is $75 per child for a full week, or $17 per day. The cost to Museum members is $65 per child for a full week or $15 per day.
Sign-up for specific days or register for the week. No walk-ins please, preregistration required. Space is limited! To preregister, call 678-2615. The Heritage Museum of Northwest Florida is located at 115 Westview Ave. in Valparaiso.
Summer History Camp Schedule 6/27-7/1
Monday:
Treasures of the Past
FPAN (FL Public Archaeology Network)
Discover the difference between archaeology and paleontology. Create your own fossils, excavate a cookie, and create a pendant.
Tuesday:
What’s in Our Waters?
CBA (Choctawhatchee Basin Alliance & Officer Snook)
Learn about some of the creatures who live in our waters, and how to help prevent water pollution. Conduct a water tank experiment, touch some underwater creatures, an ocean in a bottle.
Wednesday:
Modern Pioneers
HMNWF (Heritage Museum of Northwest Florida)
Find out what life was like during pioneer times while trying your hand at some pioneer crafts. Learn to weave using a piece of cardboard, and make ice cream, soap and old fashioned toys.
Thursday:
Adventures in “Paradise Gardens”
Valparaiso Garden Club
Explore the wonders of the Museum’s pollinator garden. Observe pollinators, dissect a flower, create geometric butterflies, and more.
Friday:
Planes, Trains and Automobiles
Air Force Armament Museum
Discover the marvels of modern transportation. Create a train that moves with magnets, race a paper airplane, and build your own rubber-band racecar.
