Camps for inventors-in-training!
Our camps provide a unique opportunity for students to dive deep into their favorite STEAM topics with hands-on, interactive learning experiences that foster an inventive mindset. Campers can expect to make life-long memories and ignite their sense of wonder at a Cade Camp.
Upcoming Camps
Thanksgiving 3-Day Double Double Fizz and Bubble Camp
Mad scientist on the loose! Gear up with safety glasses and throw on your lab coat as you get ready to launch into the curious causes of chemical reactions! Cook up experiments, discover the states of matter, and unlock your inner alchemist as you fizz and pop your way through the wild world of chemistry.
Registration closes on November 19, 2025.Â
Register Today!Scholarships
To ensure our camps to be accessible to everyone in our community, we offer scholarships that can help cover anywhere from 50%-100% of the cost of our camps. Scholarship applications for our Thanksgiving Camp are due October 23rd. Scholarship awards will be announced on October 28th.
Our scholarships are funded in part by:
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you have a waitlist for sold out camps?
Yes! Please email camps@cademuseum.org to be added to the waitlist.
Where are camps held?
Camps are held in the labs of the Cade Museum, located at 811 South Main Street and at the Cade Annex located across the street at 904 South Main Street. Campers may also visit Depot Park for play, weather permitting.Â
What time does camp begin and end?
- Early drop off starts at 8:00 am
- Camps run from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm
- Late pick up is by 5:30 pm
- Half day camps run from 9:00 am – 1:00 pm, with pick up at 1:00 pm
Do I need to pack lunch for my child?
Spring Break Camp and Thanksgiving Break Camp:
Yes, campers must bring a cold, packed lunch each day. Siblings attending separate camps may not be able to eat lunch at the same time, so each childâs food should be packed separately. One snack will be provided and water will be available for your child throughout the day.
Summer Camp:
The Cade Museum participates in the Summer BreakSpot food service program, providing free lunch to children ages 18 and under. You may choose to pack a lunch for your child each day if you would prefer. Siblings attending separate camps may not be able to eat lunch at the same time, so each childâs food should be packed separately. One snack will be provided and water will be available for your child throughout the day.
Can children bring personal items and electronics to camp?
To ensure every childâs safety, campers are not allowed to bring any toys, electronics, or other personal items to camp.
What should my child wear to camp?
Campers should wear comfortable, close-toed shoes and clothing they don’t mind getting messy in. Sunscreen may be applied prior to student drop-off, as campers may visit Depot Park or participate in outdoor play as weather permits.
Will I receive a refund if the museum cancels a camp?
Yes. If the Cade Museum cancels a camp, a refund will be issued within three weeks of cancellation.
What is the cancellation policy?
A full refund will be issued if requested a week prior to camp start date by contacting camps@cademuseum.org
If I have a child in each camp age group, will they get to see each other during the day?
Campers in different age groups will be together at early drop off and at pick up. The groups may also overlap during lunch and outdoor play/park times, depending on the daily schedule.
Will you perform a health screen on students before they are admitted into the camp?
The Cade team will take every camper’s temperature at the time of morning check-in, and no child with an above-normal temperature (>100.4 degrees F) will be permitted to attend camp that day, nor for at least 24 hours after any sign of fever. To protect the safety of all of our campers, any child with a fever or any other signs of illness must remain home.
What is the Cade Museum's Tax ID?
81-1234271
How does the scholarship program work?
Our scholarship program is available for families in need, and will help cover anywhere between 50-100% of the cost of camp. We set aside up to 30% of our capacity for scholarship spots and they are selected in a lottery process. Applications open around the same time as registration but typically close about a month before the first week of camp.
The only way to guarantee a spot for a specific camp is to register at full price. If you are awarded a scholarship you will receive a refund based on your award.
What are the rules that my camper will be expected to follow at camp?
The Cade Museum is committed to providing a welcoming, engaging, and safe experience for every participant in our programs. Whether your child is attending a camp, class, or other museum program, we expect all participants and staff to follow shared guidelines to ensure a positive and respectful environment for everyone.
You can review our Guidelines and Expectations here.
We want to provide you and your child with the best camp experience possible! If you have any questions that weren’t answered in the FAQ, please contact us at camps@cademuseum.org or (352) 371-8001.
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