Camps & Programs
Summer Camps
(Ages 3-5)
Our youngest campers dive into a world of imagination, exploration, and discovery! Designed with curious minds and growing bodies in mind, our camps offers age-appropriate activities like crafts, games, and storytelling—all centered around weekly themes. With plenty of playtime and nurturing guidance, they will build confidence, friendships, and a love for learning history through fun!
Camp Olympics (July 8-10, 2025) (FULL)
Get ready to go for the gold! Camp Olympics takes kids on a journey through the ancient roots of the Olympic Games and follows the evolution to modern-day competitions. Campers will represent “nations,” compete in friendly challenges, and learn how the spirit of the Olympics has brought people together for centuries. From torch relays to teamwork, this camp is all about fun, fair play, and global unity.
July 8-10, 2025 | 10am-12pm | Ages 3-5 | $30
Greener on the Other Side (August 12-14, 2025) (FULL)
It’s time to dig into history—literally! This eco-friendly camp blends environmental action with lessons from the past. Campers will explore how Indigenous communities and early settlers lived in harmony with nature, and how recycling has evolved over the years. They’ll get hands-on with planting, composting, and creative upcycling projects, learning that sustainable choices have deep historical roots and bright future rewards.
August 12-14, 2025 | 10am-12pm | Ages 3-5 | $30
Summer Camps
(Ages 6-10)
Adventure is just around the corner! Our camps blends hands-on activities, outdoor games, creative challenges, and exciting themes that keep kids engaged and energized all summer long. Campers will build teamwork, try new skills, and explore history, nature, and more—all while having a blast with friends in a supportive and safe environment.
Under the Stars (July 2-4th, 2025) (2 SPOTS LEFT)
Travel back to a time when stars were maps and campfires were the only light. Campers will learn how ancient cultures used the night sky for navigation, storytelling, and survival. With stargazing, constellation crafts, and cozy campfire stories, this week will be truly out of this world.
July 2-4th, 2025 | 9am-4pm | Ages 6-10 | $50
Game Show Mania (July 7-8th, 2025) (9 SPOTS LEFT)
Step into the spotlight in this wacky, buzzer-beating, history-themed game show camp! Campers will play trivia, charades, and obstacle courses based on different historical eras, cultures, and inventions. It’s fast-paced, high-energy fun that makes learning feel like a game—because it is!
July 7-8th, 2025 | 9am-4pm | Ages 6-10 | $30
Christmas in July (July 14-17th, 2025) (5 SPOTS LEFT)
Bring on the jingle bells and good cheer—summertime style! Campers will explore how winter holidays were celebrated in different times and cultures, from pioneer Christmases to early Victorian traditions. With crafts, “snowball” games, and festive fun, it’s a magical blend of summer sun and holiday spirit.
July 14th-17th, 2025 | 9am-12pm | Ages 6-10 | $30
History Remix (July 21st-22nd, 2025) (4 SPOTS LEFT)
Think history’s boring? Think again! This camp takes iconic moments from the past and flips them on their head—what if Vikings had TikTok? What if Shakespeare had a podcast? Campers will get creative by reimagining history in modern ways through skits, parodies, and art, blending the past and present in hilarious, unforgettable ways.
July 21st-22nd, 2025 | 9am-4pm | Ages 6-10 | $30
Community Helpers (July 28th-31st, 2025) (FULL)
From blacksmiths to bakers, firefighters to first responders—this camp is all about the real-life heroes past and present who keep communities strong. Campers will learn how these roles have evolved over time, meet modern-day helpers, and even try their hands at “mini” versions of these important jobs.
July 28th-31st, 2025 | 9am-4pm | Ages 6-10 | $60
Beyond the Horizon (August 5-8th, 2025) (8 SPOTS LEFT)
Adventure awaits! Campers will explore the lives of great explorers, from early Indigenous pathfinders to famous global voyagers like Magellan and Hudson. Through treasure hunts, map-making, and tales of the unknown, they’ll discover how curiosity and courage pushed boundaries and shaped our world.
August 5-8th, 2025 | 9am-12pm | Ages 6-10 | $30
Mission Impossible (August 13-14th, 2025) (FULL)
Calling all junior agents! Campers will go undercover as secret historical spies, learning how real-life agents from history passed messages, cracked codes, and changed the course of events. With scavenger hunts, puzzles, and mystery missions, it’s a week full of stealthy, history-packed adventure.
August 13-14th, 2025 | 9am-4pm | Ages 6-10 | $30
Summer Camps 2025
(Ages 6-12)
Every week is a new journey! Designed for a wide age range, our programming includes something for everyone—from active games and creative projects to interactive storytelling and themed adventures. Campers will explore new ideas, make lasting friendships, and learn through play, while our staff tailors activities to suit various ages and interests.
Off the Grid (July 14-17th, 2025) (7 SPOTS LEFT)
Disconnect to reconnect! Campers will experience what life was like before electricity and modern tech, learning how pioneers and early civilizations cooked, communicated, and survived without screens or switches. From fire-starting to crafting, they’ll build practical skills and gain a new appreciation for a simpler, hands-on way of living.
July 14-17th, 2025 | 1-4pm | Ages 6-12 | $30
Nature Unleashed (August 5-8th, 2025) (9 SPOTS LEFT)
Brace yourselves—Mother Nature is calling! Campers will dive into the awe-inspiring (and sometimes wild) forces of nature, from historic storms to ancient volcanic eruptions. Through nature hikes, weather experiments, and survival games, they’ll discover how people throughout history have adapted to—and been inspired by—the power of the natural world.
August 5-8th, 2025 | 1-4pm | Ages 6-12 | $30
Week of Wonders: Historical Construction (August 18th, 2025) (2 SPOTS LEFT)
Build it like they used to! In this hands-on camp, kids become junior architects and engineers, recreating the tools, techniques, and materials used in the past. From log cabins to medieval bridges, they’ll learn how great structures were made long before modern machines—and even build their own mini-masterpieces using old-school methods.
August 18th, 2025 | 9am-12pm | Ages 6-12 | $10
Week of Wonders: Sixty-Second Showdown (August 19th, 2025) (2 SPOTS LEFT)
History in a hurry! Campers race against the clock to complete quick-fire challenges based on historical skills and knowledge—like Morse code messaging, pioneer tasks, or ancient games. With only 60 seconds on the timer, this camp is fast, funny, and packed with historical twists that’ll keep everyone on their toes!
August 19th, 2025 | 9am-12pm | Ages 6-12 | $10
Week of Wonders: Up, Up and Away! (August 20th, 2025) (2 SPOTS LEFT)
Take to the skies in this sky-high adventure through the history of flight! From Da Vinci’s flying machines to hot air balloons, and from the Wright brothers to space travel, campers will explore the big dreams and bold inventions that helped humans soar. Expect kite-making, air-powered crafts, and sky-themed fun with a STEM and history twist.
August 20th, 2025 | 9am-12pm | Ages 6-12 | $10
Week of Wonders: Splish Splash (August 21st, 2025) (FULL)
Make a splash through time! Water has shaped civilizations for centuries—from ancient aqueducts to Indigenous canoe travel. Campers will explore the historical importance of rivers, oceans, and water-based travel through games, experiments, and (of course) plenty of water fun!
August 21st, 2025 | 9am-12pm | Ages 6-12 | $10
Week of Wonders: Creepy Crawly (August 22nd, 2025) (2 SPOTS LEFT)
Bugs, beetles, and history—oh my! Campers will get up close with insects and the roles they’ve played through time, like how ancient Egyptians revered scarabs, or how bees were essential in pioneer life. With bug hunts, nature crafts, and fascinating facts, this camp is perfect for curious minds who love the little things.
August 22nd, 2025 | 9am-12pm | Ages 6-12 | $10
Summer Camps 2025 (Ages 8-12)
For older campers ready for a challenge, these camps are where leadership, creativity, and adventure come together! Each camp features immersive themes that dive into history, science, teamwork, and outdoor fun. Whether they’re building, crafting, racing, or problem-solving, campers will sharpen their skills, gain independence, and make unforgettable summer memories.
Sew & Tell Camp (July 9-10th, 2025) (6 SPOTS LEFT)
Stitch by stitch, campers will travel through time! In Sew and Tell, we explore the art of sewing and textile-making from historical perspectives—like how pioneers mended clothes, made quilts, or traded embroidered goods. Campers will learn basic sewing techniques while crafting stories through fabric, creating pieces that are as meaningful as they are beautiful. Every thread tells a tale!
July 9-10th, 2025 | Ages 8-12 | 9am-4pm | $30
Amazing Pioneer Race (July 23rd-24th, 2025) (7 SPOTS LEFT)
Inspired by the resilience and adventure of early settlers, the Amazing Pioneer Race is a fun-filled, history-based challenge camp. Campers will form teams and race through pioneer-themed activities—think butter churning, map reading, wagon-packing, and trail trivia! As they tackle each challenge, they’ll gain insight into the daily lives and journeys of the people who helped build our country.
July 23rd-24th, 2025 | Ages 8-12 | 9am-4pm | $30
Trading Spaces (August 11-12th, 2025) (10 SPOTS LEFT)
Step into the boots of a fur trader and journey back to the 1600s! In this immersive camp, kids will explore Canada’s fur trade era—learning how Indigenous peoples and European traders exchanged goods, cultures, and skills. Through hands-on bartering games, crafts, and storytelling, campers will discover the importance of trade in shaping early communities and forging relationships across cultures.
August 11-12th, 2025 | Ages 8-12 | 9am-4pm | $30
Resources For Teachers
School Tours
At Souris Valley Museum, we believe that education should go beyond the walls of a classroom. That’s why we have designed engaging and interactive tours specifically tailored to meet the educational needs of students from all grade levels.
Outreach Programs
The Museum provides in-person and outreach programs for teachers. There is a small fee for in-person and outreach programs. The fee is to cover the cost of supplies for activities.
Educational Package
Check back in the fall for an updated Education Guide!
Customized Programs
The Museum has worked with many Pre-K to 12 teachers to customize programs and tours, to align with specific outcomes or curricular expectation to accommodate class schedules. Please do not be afraid to contact us, we are here to help! For more information please contact 306.634.5543