Smart Fun for School Breaks
Whether it’s summer break, a teacher workday, or a school holiday, our camps offer experiences that encourage creativity, teamwork, and discovery.
We offer themed camps throughout the year for children in Kindergarten through 5th Grade, with age-specific activities designed to meet them where they are—while keeping things fun and active!
Summer Camps
Mark your calendars for an unforgettable summer!
Our Summer Camps offer a season full of creativity, discovery, and hands-on fun.
From science experiments and art projects to outdoor adventures, each week is packed with activities designed to spark curiosity and imagination.
2026 Summer Camp Schedule
There’s always something fun happening at the museum! Check out what’s coming up and make your Summer even more memorable.
June 1-4
Ocean Discoveries: Campers dive into ocean science through marine life exploration, water experiments, and conservation challenges.
Cost: Members: $180, Non-members: $200
June 8-11
Stitch Lab (Sewing and Design): Campers design and create wearable projects while learning basic sewing and problem-solving skills.
Cost: Members: $180, Non-members: $200
June 15-18
Cooking Craze: Cooking meets science as campers explore chemical reactions, measurements, and global foods through hands-on recipes.
Cost: Members: $180, Non-members: $200
June 22-25
Sensory Scientists: Campers engage in hands-on sensory play while learning how our brains process touch, sound, and movement.
Cost: Members: $180, Non-members: $200
June 29-July 2
YouTube Creator Camp / Jr. Movie Makers
Cost: Members: $225, Non-members: $250
July 6-9
Gulf Coast Explorers: A locally grounded camp where kids investigate coastal animals, plants, and conservation through interactive challenges.
Cost: Members: $180, Non-members: $200
July 13-16
Robotic Inventors: Campers build foundational coding and robotics skills while solving fun, real-world problems.
Cost: Members: $180, Non-members: $200
July 20-23
Storytellers Studio: Kids explore storytelling through art, performance, and creative media like puppets, comics, and simple animation.
Cost: Members: $180, Non-members: $200
July 27-30
Art, Tools, and Tinkering: A creative build camp where art and construction combine through hands-on projects and open-ended making.
Cost: Members: $180, Non-members: $200
Aug 3-6
Roblox Designer / Jr. Gamemakers
Cost: Members: $180, Non-members: $200
Fun Fridays
Register for Fun Fridays every week. This one-day camp has different themes each week!
Cost: Members: $45, Non-members: $50
Camp Hours
9 AM – 3 PM
Extend the day to 5 PM for $15/day.
All camps are held at the Galveston Children's Museum located at 2618 Broadway Street, Galveston, TX 77550
Camps for Special Needs Students
These camps are specifically designed for students with higher support needs, including Life Skills students.
Campers will socialize, play, and learn with hands-on activities in a supportive environment led by familiar faces, including GISD educators. Open to ages 4 to 12 years old.
July 6-10
Blast Off! Voyage to the Moon & Beyond!
July 13-17
Ocean Discoveries
July 20-24
Music and Movement
July 27-31
Wild About Art
Camp Cost, Hours & Location
Members: $225 per week, Non-members: $250 per week
Monday through Friday, 9 AM - 3 PM
Inclusive camps are held at Moody Methodist Church located at 2803 53rd St, Galveston, TX 77551.
2025 Summer Camp Schedule
Camps are divided into two age groups:
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Kindergarten through 2nd Grade
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3rd Grade through 5th Grade
Each group follows the same exciting weekly theme shown below, with activities tailored to their developmental level.
June 16-19
Sewing, Crafts, and Design...Oh My!
June 23-26
Maker Mania
June 30-July 3
The Science of...Cooking?
July 7-10
Blast Off! Voyage to the Moon & Beyond!
July 14-17
Ocean Discoveries
July 21-24
Engineering Our World
July 28-31
Robotics and Coding
August 4-7
Simple Machines and Crazy Contraptions
Plus: Drop in for Fun Fridays every week!
Camp Hours: 9 AM – 3 PM
Extend the day to 5 PM for $10/day.
All camps are held at the Galveston Children's Museum located at 2618 Broadway Street, Galveston, TX 77550
What to Expect at Camp
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Experienced instructors and low child-to-staff ratios
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Hands-on projects, indoor & outdoor play
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Themed learning stations and guest presenters
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A supportive space where every child can thrive
Camp Policies
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Registration is required; space is limited and fills quickly
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A completed waiver and emergency contact info are required
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Payment is due at time of registration
Refunds are not available, but credits can be applied toward future museum programs if canceled within a specified window.
For details about credit eligibility or to make changes to your camp registration, please contact us at info@galvestoncm.org.
What Families Are Saying...
"Absolutely loved it here! Five stars!"
“The kids had a blast… There's plenty of room for kids to play and explore on their own within the marked-off areas…encountering different learning activities, concepts, tasks for them to enjoy and solve. Highly recommend checking the place out, great experience!”
Mercedes Jackson
"So much fun... we'll definitely be back!"
“We went for the first time recently and spent hours here. My little one had so much fun. We will definitely be spending more time here, especially during the summer heat. There is a full play pizza parlor, bakery, doctors' office, fishing boat, light room, art area, and more.”
Laura Lee
"Lots of fun, hands-on learning..."
“We were visiting Galveston from out of state and took our pre-K child here on a rainy day. It was awesome. Lots of fun, hands-on learning and play… Great way for young kids to spend a couple hours burning energy and playing with their parents and other children.”
Aaron Ness
Other Camps Throughout the Year
We offer additional themed and single-day camps designed to align with the school calendar. These are perfect for when school is out, but your child still wants to play, learn, and explore.
Other Camps We Offer May Include:
Spring Break Camp – A full-week program filled with hands-on activities, themed learning, and creative exploration during Galveston ISD’s spring break
Teacher Work Day Camps – One-day camps full of hands-on play and discovery
Holiday Mini Camps – Special programming during Thanksgiving and winter breaks
Maker Day Workshops – Focused, project-based camps for curious creators
Winter Break Camp – Multi-day fun during the December holiday break