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 Camps are available now!
Get ready for an unforgettable season of exploration:
- Click here to access the camp sales portal.
Priority Registration for Members: Opens January 6, 2025, at 9:00 AM.
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.
- Is the camp you need sold out? Add yourself to the waitlist.
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.
Register 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!
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SCI members receive priority registration as well as discounts on all camps - up to 10%. 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.