Colors of the Desert Summer Camp — at the Museum
July 18-22, 2022
9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Ages: for students entering Grades 6-8 in the Fall of 2022
Explore colors and how they are perceived (or not!) by both humans and animals. This camp combines art and science, where microscopes and paintbrushes work side by side as we investigate and create a colorful world. Campers will also explore the Museum and use nature as a creative inspiration for projects. Participants will draw, paint, experiment, and observe. They will learn the foundational principles of scientific illustration, optics, and natural pigment production — and get to meet live animals!
Price
- Desert Museum Members:
- $245
- Nonmembers:
- $265
Optional for Adults:
Work from home—from the Museum!
$95 for all 5 days of camp
Don’t want to drive back and forth every day? Stay and work/play at the Museum while your child is at camp! Your work station includes:
- Personal work space (bring your own computer)
- Indoors with air conditioning and Wifi
- 6' distancing from other stations
- Museum entry included
- Come and go from your workspace to see the Museum at your leisure
- Limit 6 — reserve your space early!
COVID Precautions
The Desert Museum will follow all CDC recommendations at the time of camp which could include mask-wearing and social distancing. Specific health and safety actions will be communicated with all campers and caretakers prior to camp.
Safety: The health and safety of your camper and our staff is our priority. As such, the following measures will be in place and adhered to.
- Small group size with two Education Staff members
- Health screening of all campers & staff upon arrival
- Socially distanced classroom seating
- Fitted masks worn properly required at all times
- Snacks & lunch are eaten outdoors without sharing food
- Increased hand washing & sanitizing throughout the day
- Increased cleaning & disinfecting of frequently touched areas
Cancellations
If cancellation is made more than 15 days from scheduled date, a $25 administrative fee will apply. No refunds can be made within 15 days.
If you’re interested in being put on a waitlist or notified about future Summer Camp dates, please contact education@desertmuseum.org
This camp is presented in partnership with NSF’s NOIRLab.