Winter STEM Camps
The Fleet Science Center offers full-day camps in winter for kids in grades 1–3. The in-person camps take place at the Fleet Science Center, and are designed to include fun and educational, hands-on activities while incorporating the Fleet's exhibit galleries.
At the Fleet Science Center, we love to have engaging experiences for all of our students in an environment that is positive, fun and safe. Please view our Youth Programs Policies and FAQ for more information on reservation changes and fees. Contact us at clientservices@rhfleet.org for more information.
Week 1 Pricing*
Members: $200
Nonmembers: $220
*Prices listed are for 4 days of camp, from December 20-23.
STEM Camps: Week 1 |
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Expect the Unexpected Monday, December 20 All science is methodical and predictable, right? Not in this program! Be wowed by science phenomena and how easily your senses can be tricked. |
Try, Try, Try Again Tuesday, December 21 Learn what it takes to be a scientist by testing, tweaking and retesting. Complete a variety of experiments and build a tall tower out of lightweight objects to see if you have what it takes. |
Space Travelers Wednesday, December 22 Decide what skills and equipment you would need to explore moons, planets and more in our solar system and beyond! |
Collaborate or Compete Thursday, December 23 Use teamwork to complete a blind building challenge and collaborate with your group to design a crash test helmet. |
Week 2 Pricing*
Member: $250
Nonmembers: $275
*Prices listed are for 5 days of camp, from December 27-31.
STEM Camps: Week 2 |
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So You Think You Can Fly Monday, December 27 The ingenuity of flight is remarkable. Join us as we learn the basics of flight and look to nature and other inspiration to pioneer various our own flying devices. |
Chain Reaction Tuesday, December 28 Use natural forces and your own imagination to make something happen. Make a marble roller coaster, a Keva contraption and a Rube-Goldberg device with your class! |
Toys in Motion Wednesday, December 29 Open-ended challenges encourage curious minds! Make mechanical toys! |
Maker Mania Thursday, December 30 Join the Maker movement! Craft and tinker with everyday objects and turn them into your own incredible devices. |
Science Fact or Fiction Friday, December 31 Use the scientific processes and principles to test out myths from television and pop culture. |
Looking for something for younger children?
For young children ages 3-5, we offer Young Scientists workshops for you and your little scientist.