Children & Youth Programs
(Ages 5-13)
Supplement your existing programs, from summer camps to PA days
We offer a variety of programs for youth organizations to supplement your existing programs, from summer camps to PA Day programs. Children will have the opportunity to learn and explore the environmental, economic, and social histories of the Great Lakes in fun, interactive ways.
Modelled after our School Programs, these programs are delivered virtually or in-person as 60-90 minutes in duration. All our programs can be adapted to be age-appropriate for groups between the ages 5-13. Cost is $5 per person.
All programs are offered in-person.
Wetland Warriors
Recommended for Grades K–3
Get your hands dirty (literally!) while learning about the importance of clean freshwater and the wetlands that help filter it. Campers will explore real-world problems like pollution and oil spills—and even try to contain a simulated oil spill using problem-solving skills!
What’s Invading Our Food Chain?
Recommended for Grades 2–7
In this program students learn about the unique aquatic ecosystems of the Great Lakes and how factors like invasive species and commercial fisheries have impacted these systems.
Light the Way!
Recommended for Grades 4–8
Explore the science and history of lighthouses! In this illuminating session, campers will experiment with how light works, how it can be manipulated, and how optics are used in lighthouse design and modern technology.
Don’t just take our word for it!
‘The Museum was an awesome resource for our campers. They offered an engaging workshop on the Great Lakes and adapted their programming to fit the various ages of our campers. The educational component was met with an equally fun activity! Our campers were clearly engaged as they kept sharing facts about the Great Lakes after the program had ended!’
~ASUS Camps Programming Director.
