School’s Out Day Camps
Explore something new at one or more of our popular day and overnight camps, focused on history, culture, biology, and STEM-topics! Camps are available year-round for school-aged children!
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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 K-5th grade. Students are required to bring a sack lunch and a reusable water bottle.
- Drop off between 8:45-9:15 a.m.
- Programs start at 9 a.m.
- Lunch runs from noon - 1 p.m. (Bring sack lunch.)
- Pick up between 4-4:15 p.m.
- Programs end at 4 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 go click "Add to Cart."
Payment and registration are required at least one week prior to each session.
Members* $50 student/session Register for all 8 programs for the price of 7 ($50 savings)
Non-Members $60 student/session Register for all 8 programs for the price of 7 ($60 savings)
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. for the morning session and 11:30 a.m. for the afternoon session on the day of the program. 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 x222 or learning@rivermuseum.org.
fall Semester
Flex Your Mussels | October 11, 2024
We know your muscles are powerful, but have you seen our mussels do their work? Come flex with us as we learn and explore about the world of mussels, from what they are and how they work, to the history of mussels and their importance in the environment. We’ll use our strength to answer these questions and explore the museum’s mussel population, while creating our own mussels.
The Boney Bunch | October 31, 2024
Mammals, reptiles, birds, and fish have one major thing in common – they all have backbones! Meet our back-boned animals and discover the unique traits that have allowed vertebrates to thrive in a wide range of environments.
Tinkers and Thinkers | November 1, 2024
Get your creative juices flowing, because it’s time to put the “Y” in DIY! You’ll be surprised with what you can do as we explore the world of making things. Join us to try out a variety of crafts and trades ranging from origami to blacksmithing. Can you give us a hand?
Spring Semester
Fantastic Friendships | February 14, 2025
Friendship is important in our lives, for animals it is the same. Some even need others to survive and thrive. From sea anemones and clown fish to sloths and moths come join us in learning the importance of friendship within two different species.
Animal Oddities | March 13, 2025
What has the bill of a duck, the tail of a beaver, and the body of an otter? The platypus is not alone in its strange appearance. Match form to function in some of the world’s strangest creatures and learn the benefits of being different.
Eggstravaganza | March 14, 2025
Are you ready for an egg-citing day? Join us as we learn about egg-laying animals, like the platypus, and why they are all so different. We’ll also go on an egg hunt and conduct egg experiments.
Pollinator Power | April 18, 2025
Bees, bats, and butterflies all have something in common – they’re pollinators! But they aren’t the only way a plant or flower transforms their pollen. We’ll examine the world of pollinators by planting your own pollinator garden.
Carbon Conscious | April 21, 2025
Have you ever wondered what carbon emissions are? Come and join us as we inspire others the importance in environmental science. As a team we will learn about the release of carbon dioxide by blowing up a balloon with yeast and create recycled crafts that will inspire you to reduce your carbon footprint!