Is your child into science, technology, engineering, art or mathematics? Help them find a hands-on summer camp in metro Detroit and Ann Arbor that will pique their curiosity.
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Coding Camps at iCode Troy
June 11-16-Sept. 2, 2023
- Address: 2914 W. Maple Road, Troy
- Cost: Prices vary by camp
The coding summer camps are divided up by age – ages 5-8, 9-10, 11-13, 14-15 and 16-18. Some of the unique camps include Shark Tank: Create and Pitch Your Idea, Minecraft: Modding Adventure, YouTube Creator: Learn Production Basics, Digital DJ: Creating Music with Sonic Pi and more. Here is a full list of course options by grade.
Bug-Tastic Camp at Leslie Science & Nature Center
June 12-16, July 17-21, Aug. 14-18, 2023
- Address: 1831 Traver Road, Ann Arbor
- Cost: $325
Ages 4-5 can learn all about the world of insects using dance, dress up, songs and play. They’ll also study flowers at this camp.
Design It, Build It, Test It at Ann Arbor Hands-On Museum
June 12-16, Aug. 7-11, 2023
- Address: 220 E. Ann St., Ann Arbor
- Cost: $325
Kids in grades 2-3 will hypothesize, experiment and solve real-life problems as a team at this camp.
In the Garden at Leslie Science & Nature Center
June 12-16, July 17-21, Aug. 14-18, 2023
- Address: 1831 Traver Road, Ann Arbor
- Cost: $325
Kids in grades K-1 will learn about gardening and how plants live. They’ll choose a spot in nature and explore how it changes throughout the day.
The Art of Sound & Music at Ann Arbor Hands-On Museum
June 12-16, July 17-21, Aug. 14-18, 2023
- Address: 220 E. Ann St., Ann Arbor
- Cost: $325
Kids in grades K-1 will explore the artistic side of music and learn the science behind it at this camp. They’ll experience sound through different materials and make their own instruments.
Undercover Critters at Leslie Science & Nature Center
June 12-16, July 17-21, Aug. 7-11, 2023
- Address: 1831 Traver Road, Ann Arbor
- Cost: $325
Kids in grades 2-3 will crack the secret code of animal markings, calls or scents and see how animals use their senses.
Wading in Wetlands at Leslie Science & Nature Center
June 12-16, July 31-Aug. 4, 2023
- Address: 1831 Traver Road, Ann Arbor
- Cost: $325
Kids in grades 4-5 explore one of the most threatened ecosystems in Michigan and discover the vital role it plays on keeping our planet healthy and our water clean.
1, 2, 3, Launch! at Ann Arbor Hands-On Museum
June 19-23, 2023
- Address: 220 E. Ann St., Ann Arbor
- Cost: $325
Kids in grades 2-3 will learn about the physics of flight, the mysteries of the solar system and answer if there is life on Mars.
Critter Caretakers at Leslie Science & Nature Center
June 19-23, Aug. 7-11, 2023
- Address: 1831 Traver Road, Ann Arbor
- Cost: $325
Kids in grades 4-5 will learn how to take care of animals at this camp. They’ll chop up fruit for bats, design animal enclosures and more.
Digging for Dinos at Leslie Science & Nature Center
June 19-23, July 31-Aug. 4, 2023
- Address: 1831 Traver Road, Ann Arbor
- Cost: $325
Kids in grades 2-3 will explore what life was like when there were dinosaurs. They’ll put their detective skills to the test and piece together fossilized animals.
I Dream of Steam at Ann Arbor Hands-On Museum
June 19-23, July 31-Aug. 4, 21-25, 2023
- Address: 220 E. Ann St., Ann Arbor
- Cost: $325
Kids in grades K-1 will explore the magic of science, technology, engineering, art and math at this camp.
Javascript Programming & Minecraft Game Design at The Roeper School
June 19-30, July 17-28, 2023
- Address: 41190 Woodward Ave., Bloomfield Hills
- Cost: $1,025/session
Campers in grades 3 to age 12 will learn a different skill each week. They’ll learn JavaScript Coding and then create their own Minecraft server.
Nature’s Supervillains at Leslie Science & Nature Center
June 19-23, July 24-28, Aug. 21-25, 2023
- Address: 1831 Traver Road, Ann Arbor
- Cost: $325
Kids in grades K-1 will learn all about the supervillains in nature including when they steal food, water, space and shelter from other plants and animals. This camp offers hikes, crafts, games and more.
Neighborhood Naturalists at Leslie Science & Nature Center
June 19-23, July 24-28, Aug. 21-25, 2023
- Address: 1831 Traver Road, Ann Arbor
- Cost: $325
Ages 4-5 will explore the ponds, trails and pollinator gardens with binoculars and magnifying glasses. They’ll be able to meet animals up close, sign songs and play games at this camp.
Robotics Camps at Cranbrook Kingswood Upper School
June 19-July 28, 2023
- Address: 39221 Woodward Ave., Bloomfield Hills
- Cost: $430/week session
Kids in grades 1-7 can enjoy camp that utilizes robotics to explore science, technology, engineering and math. They’ll work with LEGO, VEX GO, and VEX IQ to design, build and program their robots. Lunches and snacks are included.
STEAAM by The Montessori School Rochester
June 19-July 21, July 24-Aug. 18, 2023
- Address: 3976 S. Livernois Road, Rochester Hills; 825 Golf Drive, Pontiac
- Cost: $650-$1450/session
Ages 2 months to 14 years old can enjoy a day camp where they apply Science, Technology, Engineering through Art and Adventure; driven by Montessori’s hands-on learning.
STEM Camps at Cranbrook Kingswood Middle School for Boys
June 19-Aug. 11, 2023
- Address: 39221 Woodward Ave., Bloomfield Hills
- Cost: $2,850/full session, $1,550/half session, $430/week session
Kids in grades 3-7 can enjoy this STEM camp, which features hands-on activities with different themes each week. Week 1 is Energy and Motion, Week 2 is EcoDetectives, Week 3 is Blast Off!, Week 4 is The Third Dimension, Week 5 is Chemistry Quest, Week 6 is Bio Buzz, Week 7 is Lights, Sounds, Science, and Week 8 is Deep Dive. Lunches and snacks are included. You may also sign up for half sessions (June 19-July 14 or July 17-Aug. 11) or partial sessions, which are on a weekly basis.
Drip Drip Drop at Ann Arbor Hands-On Museum
June 26-30, July 24-28, 2023
- Address: 220 E. Ann St., Ann Arbor
- Cost: $325
Kids in grades K-1 will investigate water at this camp and explore it from every angle. They’ll design, build and test a seaworthy vessel.
Fantastical Fauna at Leslie Science & Nature Center
June 26-30, July 24-28, Aug. 21-25, 2023
- Address: 1831 Traver Road, Ann Arbor
- Cost: $325
Kids in grades 2-3 will explore what animals live in the Black Pond Woods and learn how they can protect them.
Flying Height at Leslie Science & Nature Center
June 26-30, July 31-Aug. 4, 2023
- Address: 1831 Traver Road, Ann Arbor
- Cost: $325
Kids in grades K-1 can get up close with winged creatures such as birds, bats and bugs. They’ll also play games to test out their flight skills and build their own flying creatures.
Outdoor Adventure Camp at Michigan Science Center
June 26-30, 2023
- Address: 5020 John R St., Detroit
- Cost: $370
Campers will learn about plants and animals, how to protect endangered species and about wilderness survival skills. Broken up into Grades 1-2, Grades 3-4 and Grades 5-7.
Robotics Challenge Camp
June 26-30, 2023
- Address: 1051 Oakland Ave., Birmingham
- Cost: $400
Campers in grades 5-7 can take part in a robotics camp that will help them build, drive and program a robot.
Summer Sensations at Leslie Science & Nature Center
June 26-30, July 31-Aug. 4, 2023
- Address: 1831 Traver Road, Ann Arbor
- Cost: $325
Ages 4-5 can participate in this camp that explores all five senses. It is perfect for anyone who wants to explore the great outdoors and get messy.
3D Printing & Roblox Game Design at The Roeper School
July 3-14, 2023
- Address: 41190 Woodward Ave., Bloomfield Hills
- Cost: $1,025/session
Campers in grades 3 to age 12 will learn a different skill each week. They’ll learn about 3D modeling using TinkerCAD and printing technology on 3D printers. They’ll also use the Roblox eSport game.
Science Spectacular Camp at Michigan Science Center
July 5-7, 2023
- Address: 5020 John R St., Detroit
- Cost: $370
This three-day camp will highlight all the fun Mi-Sci has to offer. There will be wacky science experiments and activities, plus access to stage shows and the theater. There will be animal encounters, slime making, rocket science and more! Broken up into Grades 1-2, Grades 3-4 and Grades 5-7.
3D Modeling and Printing at Lawrence Tech University
July 10-14, 17-21, 24-28, 2023
- Address: College of Arts and Sciences, 2100 W. Ten Mile Road, Southfield
- Cost: $850/day camp, $950/residential camp
A three-week summer camp that teaches students in in grades 10-12 how to code their own design idea and form a multi-dimensional, touchable object.
Animal Olympics at Leslie Science & Nature Center
July 10-14, Aug. 7-11, 2023
- Address: 1831 Traver Road, Ann Arbor
- Cost: $325
Ages 4-5 will learn about the fastest creatures on earth and participate in challenges, relays and games at this camp.
Architecture and Interior Design: 2D Design Techniques at Lawrence Tech University
July 10-14, 2023
- Address: College of Architecture and Design, 2100 W. Ten Mile Road, Southfield
- Cost: $850/day camp, $950/residential camp
Students in grades 10-12 will explore the architecture and interior design profession with drawings. They will gain field experience, as well.
Biomedical Engineering at Lawrence Tech University
July 10-14, 2023
- Address: College of Engineering, 2100 W. Ten Mile Road, Southfield
- Cost: $850/day camp, $950/residential camp
Students in grades 10-12 can explore the role of biomedical engineering to assist in prevention, diagnoses and treatment of injury and disease.
Biotechnology at Lawrence Tech University
July 10-14, 2023
- Address: College of Arts and Sciences, 2100 W. Ten Mile Road, Southfield
- Cost: $850/day camp, $950/residential camp
Students in grades 10-12 will apply modern DNA profiling techniques to solve crimes and track infectious outbreaks with high-tech tools.
Challenge Your Senses at Ann Arbor Hands-On Museum
July 10-14, Aug. 7-11, 2023
- Address: 220 E. Ann St., Ann Arbor
- Cost: $325
Kids in grades K-1 will put their five senses to the test every day at this camp.
Computer Networking Cybersecurity and Artificial Intelligence at Lawrence Tech University
July 10-14, 2023
- Address: College of Arts and Sciences, 2100 W. Ten Mile Road, Southfield
- Cost: $850/day camp, $950/residential camp
Students in grades 10-12 can explore the role of networking cybersecurity and AI Engineering. They will get hands-on experience with basic computer monitoring tools.
Food Web Frenzy at Leslie Science & Nature Center
July 10-14, Aug. 14-18, 2023
- Address: 1831 Traver Road, Ann Arbor
- Cost: $325
Kids in grades 2-3 will hike the woods and other habitats to investigate the food web. They’ll meet animals and learn how plants make food.
Graphic Design at Lawrence Tech University
July 10-14, 2023
- Address: College of Architecture and Design, 2100 W. Ten Mile Road, Southfield
- Cost: $850/day camp, $950/residential camp
Students in grades 10-12 will learn about user experience (UX), user interface (UI) and design-thinking strategies at this camp.
Industrial Design at Lawrence Tech University
July 10-14, 2023
- Address: College of Architecture and Design, 2100 W. Ten Mile Road, Southfield
- Cost: $850/day camp, $950/residential camp
This camp teaches students in grades 10-12 product design and innovation. Students will also visit local design firms and hear guest speakers.
International Summer Camp in Psychology at Lawrence Tech University
July 10-14, 2023
- Address: 2100 W. Ten Mile Road, Southfield
- Cost: $850/day camp, $950/residential camp
This camp connects students in grades 10-12 from the United States and Italy to explore subjects in communication, learning, memory, decision making, love, art, hunger and more.
Master Builders Camp at Michigan Science Center
July 10-14, 2023
- Address: 5020 John R St., Detroit
- Cost: $370
Campers will visit the Smithsonian Spark! Lab to design, build and test their ideas. They will also be participating in a Lego building challenge. Broken up into Grades 1-2, Grades 3-4 and Grades 5-7.
Slimy Scaly at Leslie Science & Nature Center
July 10-14, Aug. 7-11, 2023
- Address: 1831 Traver Road, Ann Arbor
- Cost: $325
Kids in grades K-1 can meet amphibians, reptiles and invertebrates and complete physical challenges to practice cold-blooded survival skills.
The Hidden Engineering Inside Buildings at Lawrence Tech University
July 10-14, 2023
- Address: College of Engineering, 2100 W. Ten Mile Road, Southfield
- Cost: $850/day camp, $950/residential camp
Students in grades 10-12 will learn all about everything in a building through demonstrations, hands-on experiments, lectures and activities.
Architecture and Interior Design: 3D Design Tools at Lawrence Tech University
July 17-21, 2023
- Address: College of Architecture and Design, 2100 W. Ten Mile Road, Southfield
- Cost: $850/day camp, $950/residential camp
Students in grades 10-12 will explore the architecture and interior design profession with drawings. They will gain field experience.
Automotive Engineering at Lawrence Tech University
July 17-21, 2023
- Address: College of Engineering, 2100 W. Ten Mile Road, Southfield
- Cost: $850/day camp, $950/residential camp
This camp for students in grades 10-12 will learn the fundamentals of vehicle design and performance.
Electrical and Computer Engineering at Lawrence Tech University
July 17-21, 2023
- Address: College of Engineering, 2100 W. Ten Mile Road, Southfield
- Cost: $850/day camp, $950/residential camp
This camp for students in grades 10-12 will learn the basics of electrical and computer engineering.
Engineering Sustainable Spaces for Living, Work and Play at Lawrence Tech University
July 17-21, 2023
- Address: College of Engineering, 2100 W. Ten Mile Road, Southfield
- Cost: $850/day camp, $950/residential camp
Students in grades 10-12 will learn how civil engineering professionals provide solutions to local and global problems.
Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) at Lawrence Tech University
July 17-21, 2023
- Address: College of Business + Information Technology, 2100 W. Ten Mile Road, Southfield
- Cost: $850/day camp, $950/residential camp
Students in grades 10-12 will learn about a career in industry. Topics for this camp include business analytics, supply chain, operations and management and more.
Game Design: Making Something Unreal at Lawrence Tech University
July 17-21, 2023
- Address: College of Architectural Design, 2100 W. Ten Mile Road, Southfield
- Cost: $850/day camp, $950/residential camp
Students in grades 10-12 will explore the tools and techniques used by professionals with the Unreal Engine. Campers will produce their own game levels.
Mission to Mars Camp at Michigan Science Center
July 17-21, 2023
- Address: 5020 John R St., Detroit
- Cost: $370
Campers will put their astronaut skills to the test to see if they would survive on Mars. They will learn all about what astronauts have to bring with them to space. Broken up into Grades 1-2, Grades 3-4 and Grades 5-7.
Placemaking Through Landscape Design at Lawrence Tech University
July 17-21, 2023
- Address: College of Architectural Design, 2100 W. Ten Mile Road, Southfield
- Cost: $850/day camp, $950/residential camp
Students in grades 10-12 will be introduced to a variety of build projects. Participants will receive a T-shirt and a certificate.
Robotics I (Beginner Level) at Lawrence Tech University
July 17-21, 2023
- Address: College of Architectural Design, 2100 W. Ten Mile Road, Southfield
- Cost: $850/day camp, $950/residential camp
Students in grades 10-12 will learn about sensors and work with Arduino microcontroller.
Transportation Design at Lawrence Tech University
July 17-21, 2023
- Address: College of Architectural Design, 2100 W. Ten Mile Road, Southfield
- Cost: $850/day camp, $950/residential camp
This camp for students in grades 10-12 and will cover the drawing fundamentals and basic perspectives used by automotive designers. The camp includes a field experience at the General Motors Heritage Center.
Adventure Quest at Leslie Science & Nature Center
July 24-28, 2023
- Address: 1831 Traver Road, Ann Arbor
- Cost: $325
Kids in grades 4-5 will complete challenges the gain the skills needed to protect nature at this camp.
AI and Deep Learning with Python at Lawrence Tech University
July 24-28, 31-Aug. 4, 2023
- Address: College of Architecture and Design, 2100 W. Ten Mile Road, Southfield
- Cost: $850/day camp, $950/residential camp
Students in grades 10-12 will have hands-on experiences learning Python.
Architecture and Design: Robotics & Fabrication at Lawrence Tech University
July 24-28, 31-Aug. 4, 2023
- Address: College of Architecture and Design, 2100 W. Ten Mile Road, Southfield
- Cost: $850/day camp, $950/residential camp
Students in grades 10-12 will create a 3D model that can be 3D printed or robotically milled on a CNC machine.
Esports at Lawrence Tech University
July 24-28, 31-Aug. 4, 2023
- Address: 2100 W. Ten Mile Road, Southfield
- Cost: $850/day camp, $950/residential camp
Students in grades 10-12 will learn about Esports and how it’s an emerging sport. The camp provides the tools on how to effectively use your time to make each session work for you as an athlete.
Game Design: Environment Design Studio at Lawrence Tech University
July 24-28, 31-Aug. 4, 2023
- Address: College of Architecture and Design, 2100 W. Ten Mile Road, Southfield
- Cost: $850/day camp, $950/residential camp
Students in grades 10-12 will create a detailed game level or short game prototype that will be presented and played at the end of camp.
Graphic Design: Logos and Branding Camp at Lawrence Tech University
July 24-28, 31-Aug. 4, 2023
- Address: College of Architecture and Design, 2100 W. Ten Mile Road, Southfield
- Cost: $850/day camp, $950/residential camp
Students in grades 10-12 will learn the process of designing a brand system that can be applied to real world applications, such as websites and T-shirts.
Humans and Technology at Lawrence Tech University
July 24-28, 31-Aug. 4, 2023
- Address: College of Arts and Sciences, 2100 W. Ten Mile Road, Southfield
- Cost: $850/day camp, $950/residential camp
Students in grades 10-12 will explore the relationship between humans and technology. They’ll create a short video that expresses their take on it and publish the video to the web.
Lost in Space Camp at Michigan Science Center
July 24-28, 2023
- Address: 5020 John R St., Detroit
- Cost: $370
Campers will put their astronaut skills to the test to solve problems in space, launch rockets and more. They will learn all about the stars, planets and galaxies. Broken up into Grades 1-2, Grades 3-4 and Grades 5-7.
Makerspace Exploration and Creation Camp
July 24-28, 2023
- Address: 1051 Oakland Ave., Birmingham
- Cost: $400
Campers in grades 5-7 can learn about the 3D printers, CNC machine, sewing machine, Cricut maker, laser cutter, Arduino and programmable drones.
Molecules in Medicine at Lawrence Tech University
July 24-28, 31-Aug. 4, 2023
- Address: College of Arts and Sciences, 2100 W. Ten Mile Road, Southfield
- Cost: $850/day camp, $950/residential camp
Students in grades 10-12 will prepare and analyze common pharmaceutical drugs and study their toxicity and medicinal uses.
Pop, Fizz, Bang at Ann Arbor Hands-On Museum
July 24-28, 2023
- Address: 220 E. Ann St., Ann Arbor
- Cost: $325
Kids in grades 2-3 will experience explosive science at this camp. They’ll make their own rocket, detonate a volcano and more.
Robotics II (Advanced Level) at Lawrence Tech University
July 24-28, 31-Aug. 4, 2023
- Address: College of Engineering, 2100 W. Ten Mile Road, Southfield
- Cost: $850/day camp, $950/residential camp
This camp for students in grades 10-12 will gain more knowledge in robotics by designing, building and programming more sophisticated and autonomous robots.
Youth Entrepreneurship and Global Trade at Lawrence Tech University
July 24-28, 31-Aug. 4, 2023
- Address: College of Business and IT, 2100 W. Ten Mile Road, Southfield
- Cost: $850/day camp, $950/residential camp
Students in grades 10-12 will gain hands-on experience that simulates an entrepreneurial and international business trade mission.
Comic Creators & 3D Printing at The Roeper School
July 31-Aug. 11, 2023
- Address: 41190 Woodward Ave., Bloomfield Hills
- Cost: $1,025/session
Campers in grades 3 to age 12 will learn a different skill each week. They’ll create and design their own comic book and use 3D modeling using TinkerCAD and printing technology on 3D printers.
Digital Media Production at Lawrence Tech University
July 31-Aug. 4, 2023
- Address: College of Engineering, 2100 W. Ten Mile Road, Southfield
- Cost: $850/day camp, $950/residential camp
Students in grades 10-12 will get the training they need to perform in radio and TV broadcasting.
Industrial Engineering Fun and Learning Camp at Lawrence Tech University
July 31-Aug. 4, 2023
- Address: College of Engineering, 2100 W. Ten Mile Road, Southfield
- Cost: $850/day camp, $950/residential camp
Students in grades 10-12 will enjoy a hands-on learning experience that uses Lego to build mini cars and learn the basic tools of an assembly line.
Science by Design Camp at Michigan Science Center
July 31-Aug. 4, 2023
- Address: 5020 John R St., Detroit
- Cost: $370
Campers will create masterpieces using a blend of science and art. They will experiment with light, building materials and pigments. Broken up into Grades 1-2, Grades 3-4 and Grades 5-7.
Fizz Bang Science Camp at Michigan Science Center
Aug. 7-11, 2023
- Address: 5020 John R St., Detroit
- Cost: $370
Celebrate chemistry week at Mi-Sci. Campers will design their own custom slime, experiment with states of matter, create chemical reactions and more. Broken up into Grades 1-2, Grades 3-4 and Grades 5-7.
Game On! Camp at Michigan Science Center
Aug. 14-18, 2023
- Address: 5020 John R St., Detroit
- Cost: $370
Campers will learn all about classic game design and play a variety of game types. They will play board games, test out virtual reality and level up their STEM skills all week long. Broken up into Grades 1-2, Grades 3-4 and Grades 5-7.
