Best Camps for Kids in Lincoln, ages 5-9
Join us for unique STEM-based activities, centered around a unique theme for each camp. Kids love the hands-on activities and experiments that make learning fun. Plus, they enjoy exploring all three levels of the Museum. During our week-long Summer Camps, they also experience field trips to the library and Water Fridays outside.
Age Requirements:
Great for ages 5 to 9 years old.
Winter and Spring Camps: Kindergarten – 3rd grade
Summer Camps: Must be entering grades 1st – 3rd for the 2026-2027 school year
The child must be able to use the bathroom independently and should not experience regular accidents.
Time:
8:00 a.m. until 4:30 p.m.
Pricing:
Day Camps | $60 for members | $80 for non-members |
Week Long Camps | $265 for members | $305 for non-members |
Camp Scholarships | Scholarships are awarded on a rolling basis pending availability of funds. Once a scholarship application is submitted, caretaker(s) will be contacted within 7 business days on award status. Each child accepted will receive one (1) week-long scholarship that covers the LCM program registration fee and five (5) hot lunches to be used during the awarded week. Scholarships will be applied to registrations by the Museum and no transfer of funds will take place. Any scholarships awarded that households wish not to accept/are unable to use because of scheduling will be forfeited for the 2026 summer season. No funds will be saved/rolled over to future programs. | Apply Now |
Food Options:
Add on a meal from Kazoo's U-Stop Cafe for $6.50!
Options include Valentino's pizza (cheese or hamburger), chicken tenders, mini corn dogs, guac and chips, sunbutter and jelly sandy, or grilled cheese. Each meal includes a drink, dessert and side item.
If not adding on a meal from Kazoo’s U-STOP, please pack a sack lunch that is nut-free.
upcoming camps
Pre-registration required. Camp registrations are non-refundable and non-transferable.
Summer Camp Early Bird discount offer of $20 off is valid only from March 16, 2026 - March 31, 2026.
Member Code = SUMMER
Non-Member Code = CAMP
Story Book STEM Day Camp | Friday, April 3 | Register Now |
Coding Quest Day Camp | Friday, May 22 | Register Now |
Space Explorers Summer Camp | May 26-29, T-F | Register Now |
Passport to Fun Summer Camp | June 1-5, M-F | Register Now |
Color Science Summer Camp | June 8-12,M-F | Register Now |
Make a Mess Summer Camp | June 15-19,M-F | Register Now |
Wizard Academy | June 22-26, M-F | Register Now |
Shark Week | July 6-10, M-F | Register Now |
Weather Watchers | July 13-17, M-F | Register Now |
Water Explorers | July 20-24, M-F | Register Now |
Stompin' with Dinos | July 27-31,M-F | Register Now |
Make More Messes | Aug 3-7, M-F | Register Now |
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After as few as two visits, your membership pays for itself! Our selection of memberships open the door to days of family fun and memories. Memberships are a great gift that gives all year long.
