seaport summer camp

SUMMER IS MORE FUN ON THE WATER!

Head back to the Independence Seaport Museum for another fun-filled summer with our award-winning Seaport Summer Camp.  Campers will be able to explore Philadelphia’s river of history and world of connections through hands-on programming, crafts, activities, and more.  If your child is between the ages of 6-12, this is the camp for them.  Come join us this summer!

SCHEDULE AND THEMES:

Camp runs Monday – Friday, 8 AM – 3 PM.  Aftercare is available from 3 – 5:30 PM. 

Anchors, Aweigh! This Navy skills-themed week takes campers through games, exercises, and obstacle courses on the water and aboard our two historic ships, Olympia and Becuna, which gives campers a sneak peek of what life was like for sailors.

Maximum Capacity: 14 Campers; Last day to sign up is July 3, 2024.

From pollution to pop art, this S.T.E.A.M. week will allow crafty campers to create art from their scientific experiences and conclusions. Let’s get to work!

Maximum Capacity: 14 Campers; Last day to sign up is July 10, 2024.

William, Benjamin, Rocky…Gritty? Using historical research techniques, archaeological artifacts, written documents, paintings, and more, campers will learn about Philly’s past and the people who have called the City of Brotherly Love home for over 500 years.

Maximum Capacity: 14 Campers; Last day to sign up is July 17, 2024.

Ready to become a successful sailor? During this week, campers will learn sea shanties, evade pirates, and climb the ranks, leaving with strong communication, collaboration, and navigation skills.

Maximum Capacity: 14 Campers; Last day to sign up is July 24, 2024.

How do sailors and animals move through a river like the Delaware? Relying on what’s beneath and what’s above, campers will be taught how to navigate a river and read the stars.

Maximum Capacity: 14; Last day to sign up is July 31, 2024.

PRICING:

Early Bird Pricing (through April 30) – Use Code CampEB at Checkout. 

Non-Members: $425 per camper per week.

ISM Members: $350 per camper per week.

After April 30

Non-Members: $450 per camper per week.

ISM Members: $375 per camper per week.

Aftercare: $150 per camper per week.

QUESTIONS?

If you have additional questions, please e-mail camp@phillyseaport.org

visit the seaport museum

Immerse yourself in award-winning and interactive exhibits and climb aboard the oldest floating steel warship in the world on Cruiser Olympia and submerge yourself aboard the World War II-era Submarine Becuna.