Summer Camp

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Midsommar Camp
June 20 – 23, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.

A hands-on camp celebrating Midsummer! Kids ages 6-12 will explore the natural world, make their own flower crowns and midsummer crafts, construct a Maypole, learn songs and dances, make and eat Swedish foods, and play games outside during the longest days of the year!

$200 member, $275 non-member
After care available until 5:30 p.m. $30/day per child

Swedish Sommarläger
Aug. 7 – 11, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.

A hands-on camp with a different theme every day! Kids ages 6-12 will play Viking games, do traditional arts and crafts, dance, tell stories, become inventors, and explore the outdoors!

$250 member, $325 non-member
After care available until 5:30 p.m. $30/day per child

To sign up for camp please click here.

FAQ

What ages is camp recommended for?
Camp is best for children who have completed kindergarten through fifth grade. Please contact the Education Manager for exceptions.

Is advanced registration required?
Yes, all campers need to be registered prior to the start of camp. Online registration will close at noon on the Thursday prior to the first day of camp. If you would like to register after that time, please call the Museum at 773-728-8111 and ask for the Education Manager to see if there is still availability.

Should my child bring anything with them?
Each child will need a lunch every day during camp. You may also wish to send a bag with a sweatshirt or jacket due to the air conditioning, a water bottle and sunscreen for when we go outdoors. These bags (with the exception of food) may be left at the Museum throughout the week. If your child has food allergies, you may also choose to send a snack to be eaten when the campers sample foods from places we learn about. The Education Manager will provide ingredient lists and/or food labels in cases of food allergies upon request. Please alert the Education Manager prior to the start of camp if you would like this information.

Will you be indoors and outdoors during the day?
We will be both indoors and outdoors during this camp.

Is there before or after care available?
There is no before care available. After care is available from 3 p.m.-5:30 p.m. See the website for specific information regarding after care. After care must be booked and arranged in advance in order to ensure there is adequate staffing available.

What are drop off/pick up policies?
An adult must sign each child in and out. Only people on the authorized pick up list may sign a child out of camp. Only a parent or guardian may add individuals to the authorized pick up list

What do I do if I am late picking up my child?
If you are going to be more than 5 minutes late, please call the Museum at 773-728-8111 to alert the Education Manager of your estimated arrival time. This will ease a child’s concern and allow us to plan for appropriate staffing.

Do you offer scholarships?
Yes, we are pleased to offer scholarships to camp. Scholarships are based on financial need. Please contact the Education Manager for a scholarship application.

What is the cancellation policy?

• Up to 3 weeks prior to the first day of camp: Refund will be provided minus a 5% cancellation fee.
• From 1-3 weeks prior to the first day of camp: Refund will be provided minus a 50% cancellation fee.
• Within 1 week of the first day of camp: No refunds will be provided, except with written physician verification.
• Refunds will not be given for dismissal due to behavioral or emotional situations occurring at camp.
• Programs cancelled by the Swedish American Museum due to low enrollment or any other reason will be fully refunded. Please allow up to 10 business days.