Curious minds make clever campers!
Science camps help children form friendships and develop a love for science early on. Curiosity and inquisitiveness happen naturally in informal camp settings.
At SCI Camps, hands-on experiences fuel exploration and experimentation. Campers delve into the "hows" and "whys" of the world, uncovering answers through inquiry. SCI Campers investigate, explore, workshop, and adapt to learn together as a team.
School's Out @ SCI and Winter Camp registration is now open!
School's Out @ SCI are new day-camps for when DMPS is out of school, but any child Kindergarten-5th grade can attend. To learn more about School's Out @ SCI, please click here.
Winter Camps are one-day camp experiences offered over winter break for children in Kindergarten-1st grade, 2nd-3rd grade, and 4th-6th grade.
To view and purchase camps, please click here to enter our online portal. You will need to create a new account to use the portal. Remember to register your camper for the grade that best represents the grade they will be entering in the fall.
Looking for more STEM learning between now and camp? Check out our Innovation Lab workshops!
Already registered and wondering what to expect?
Our team is ready to make sure your camper has a fantastic time at camp. The best thing you can do to ensure your family has the best experience possible is to know what to expect. To learn about camp operations, please read over SCI camp logistics by clicking here.
Questions? Email scicamps@sciowa.org
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SCI members receive priority registration as well as discounts on all camps - up to 15%. Learn more about becoming an SCI member.
Cancellation/Refund Policy
After May 1 the Science Center of Iowa cannot accommodate refunds or cancellations without a doctor’s note. An administrative fee will be assessed for all cancellations.