Summer Camps at KNS!
Join us for a summer of play at Kids 'N' Stuff. KNS will be offering four (4) weeks of summer camps this year. Each camp consists of five (5) days, Monday - Friday, and each camp day runs from approx. 9:00 AM - 3:30 PM (not including drop-off and pick-up).
Our camps this summer include:
- Our summer camps are designed for campers aged 6-10 and best enjoyed by those ages. Campers must be 6 years old by the first day of camp in order to participate. Campers younger than 6 and older than 10 will not be allowed to participate in camps this year.
- To receive the best experience, it is expected that your camper be in attendance for all days of your chosen camp.
Our camps this summer include:
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Discover, create, and explore the wonders of the natural world—right inside the museum! Our Nature Camp invites young scientists and artists to investigate plants, bugs, water, and soil through hands-on experiments, creative projects, and playful exploration. Guided by curiosity and imagination, campers will build a deeper connection to nature while learning through play.
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June 15th - June 19th:
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Young artists will explore, experiment, and create in this hands-on art camp designed to spark imagination and confidence. Campers will discover different art materials and techniques, from painting and collage to sculpture and storytelling through art. Each day builds creative skills while encouraging self-expression, collaboration, and curiosity. The week ends with a joyful art exhibition where campers proudly share their masterpieces in a real museum-style gallery.
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June 22nd - June 26th:
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Calling all curious minds! In this exciting Jr. Detective camp, campers will train like real investigators as they solve mysteries using observation, logic, and science. Children will analyze fingerprints, uncover hidden colors with chromatography, and even extract DNA from fruit in age-appropriate experiments. Through hands-on labs, mock crime scenes, and teamwork, campers will crack the case and celebrate their success as official Jr. Detectives.
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July 6th - July 10th:
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Dream big, design boldly, and bring your ideas to life! Camp Imagination invites young creators to explore art and creativity in all its forms— visual art, storytelling, performance, and invention. Through hands-on projects, collaborative challenges, and playful experimentation, campers will stretch their creativity, build confidence, and discover that imagination has no limits.
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July 13th - July 17th:
Exploring the Great Indoors (Nature Camp) |
Discover, create, and explore the wonders of the natural world—right inside the museum! Our Nature Camp invites young scientists and artists to investigate plants, bugs, water, and soil through hands-on experiments, creative projects, and playful exploration. Guided by curiosity and imagination, campers will build a deeper connection to nature while learning through play.
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FAQ
When do camps occur?
Each camp runs Monday-Friday, from approx. 9:00 AM - 3:30 PM, not including camper drop-off and pick-up. These are day-camps, meaning campers must be dropped off in the morning and picked-up in the afternoon. Campers do not stay the night.
What age should campers be?
Our summer camps are designed for campers aged 6-, 10 and best enjoyed by those ages. Campers must be 6 years old by the first day of camp in order to participate.
What does a typical day at camp look like?
Campers will be dropped off at the museum between 8:30 and 9:00 AM, and picked up between 3:30 and 4:00 PM. Schedules will vary depending on the week’s theme, but each day will include two “deep dives” into the topic (expert-guided opportunities for discovery, experimentation, and play), several “brain breaks” and child-led explorations of the week’s theme, snack periods, and lunch. We will spend as much time as possible exploring KNS exhibits, and also spend a reasonable amount of time outside, weather cooperating.
How much do camps cost?
Camps cost $300 per camper, per week. KNS Museum Members receive $50 off the cost of camps.
Payment Schedule
Payments must be made in full at least one week prior to the first day of your chosen camp.
What should my child bring to camp?
- Each day, children should bring a water bottle, outdoor clothes fitting the weather, and a change of clothes.
- Each day, children should bring a morning and afternoon snack, and a lunch which does not require reheating. On Fridays, a pizza lunch will be provided.
- More details will be provided for registered campers!
Are Scholarships Available?
A limited number of scholarships are available for campers this year. To inquire about scholarships, please email Nick VanAcker, Director of Outreach and Engagement, at [email protected], with the subject line “2026 Summer Camp Scholarships”.
Refund Policy
Summer Camp Refund Policy
In the event your plans change prior to camp, please be aware of the following policies regarding change or cancellation requests for all summer camp programs at Kids N Stuff Children’s Museum.
Cancellation:
If you need to cancel your camp registration for any reason, please reach out to Nick VanAcker, Director of Outreach and Education, at [email protected]. In the event that your cancellation is due to a scheduling conflict, you may be allowed to move your registration to another camp week, depending upon availability.
If payment has been made, please be aware of the following information regarding refunds:
Prior to May 1:
Special Circumstances
In the event your plans change prior to camp, please be aware of the following policies regarding change or cancellation requests for all summer camp programs at Kids N Stuff Children’s Museum.
Cancellation:
If you need to cancel your camp registration for any reason, please reach out to Nick VanAcker, Director of Outreach and Education, at [email protected]. In the event that your cancellation is due to a scheduling conflict, you may be allowed to move your registration to another camp week, depending upon availability.
If payment has been made, please be aware of the following information regarding refunds:
Prior to May 1:
- Cancellations made prior to May 1 will be refunded in full, less a $50 administrative fee per camper.
- Cancelations made between May 1 and May 15 will receive a 50% camp refund, less a $50 administrative fee (per camper).
- No refunds are given for any camp program after May 15. This includes registrations made after May 15.
Special Circumstances
- Uncontrollable Events: If cancellation is due to a camper’s illness, medical reason, or other uncontrollable circumstance, your camp fees may be refunded if accompanied by a doctor’s record or official statement. Each circumstance will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis.
- Program Cancellation: Kids N Stuff Children’s Museum reserves the right to cancel camps for any reason. Typically, this would only occur due to low enrollment or other extenuating circumstances. If a program or camp is canceled, a full refund will be issued.
- Special Circumstances & Extenuating Conditions: If a cancellation is due to special circumstances or extenuating conditions (such as illness, family emergencies, or other unforeseen situations), please contact us as soon as possible. We are committed to reviewing each case individually and may offer a full or partial refund, at our discretion.
Contact us with more questions!
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phone
(517) 629-8023 |
address
301 S. Superior Street Albion, MI 49224 |
Support for Summer Camp provide by:
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Cronin Foundation
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