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Clever Campers Start with Curious Minds!

Science camps spark lifelong friendships and inspire a passion for discovery. In informal, engaging settings, curiosity and inquisitiveness come naturally—and at SCI Camps, the magic of science takes center stage!

With hands-on activities, campers explore, experiment, and uncover the “hows” and “whys” of the world around them. Through teamwork, investigation, and creativity, SCI Campers grow into bold thinkers and problem solvers.

Summer 2025 is Around the Corner!

Get ready for an unforgettable season of exploration:

  • Priority Registration for Members: Opens January 6, 2025, at 9:00 AM.
    Make sure your membership is active by December 15, 2024, to receive updates and discounts.

  • Open Registration: Begins January 13, 2025, at 9:00 AM for all families.
    Log in or create an account to access the camp sales portal.

  • Explore Summer Topics and Schedules:View the full summer calendar here.

  • Learn About Camp Logistics:Click here to prepare for camp.

Can’t Wait for Summer?

  • School's Out @ SCI: Day camps available when DMPS is out of school, open to all children in Kindergarten–5th grade.
  • Winter Camps: One-day camp adventures over winter break for kids in K–6th grade.

Register for Winter and School’s Out Camps here.

Have questions? We’re here to help! Email us at scicamps@sciowa.org.

Let’s make 2025 a summer to remember!

Become a member and save.

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.