School’s Out Day Camps
Join the National Mississippi River Museum & Aquarium for School’s Out Day Camps that take place on weekdays when the Dubuque Community School District is not in session. These full-day camps are for students in 1st - 5th grade. Students are required to bring a sack lunch and a reusable water bottle.
- Drop off between 8:00-9:00 a.m.
- Programs start at 9:00 a.m.
- Lunch runs from noon - 1:00 p.m. (Bring sack lunch or pre-order a hot lunch for $10.00)
- Programs end at 4:00 p.m.
- Pick up between 3:45-4:15 p.m.
Registration & Cost
Members must register and create a login password to receive the member discount. This can be done after selecting a session by clicking on the links in the upper right-hand corner of the page. The membership discount will be applied when you click "Add to Cart."
Payment and registration are required at least one week prior to each session. Camp registration will close 1-week prior to the start of each camp!
Members*
$50 student/session
Non-Members
$60 student/session
Scholarships
A limited number of School's Out Day Camp Scholarships are available to those who are in need of assistance. If you have any questions or would like information, please contact our education team at learning@rivermuseum.org.
Cancellation/Refund Policy
A full refund or transfer will be granted if cancellations are received seven days in advance of the program. In the event that a session should be canceled due to weather or unforeseen circumstances, you will be notified via email or phone by 7:30 a.m. The Museum & Aquarium will then reschedule your child for an upcoming session if possible or refund accordingly.
Questions?
Contact our Education Team at 563-557-9545 or learning@rivermuseum.org.
fall Semester
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Museum Mysteries at the Ham House | October 30, 2026
Something happened at the Ham House, and we need your help to solve it. Explore the exhibits while searching for clues, riddles, tasks, and games to answer the question of "who (or what) done it? This camp takes place at the Mathias Ham Historic Site.