Full-Day Camps for Ages 10-11
Full-day camps run from 9 a.m.–3 p.m. Campers must bring a bagged lunch.
Cost: $345 Members, $370 Nonmembers* (unless listed otherwise)
*No camp on July 3. Reduced price for four-day camp: $276 Members, $296 Nonmembers.
Brick by Design June 15–19 Brick by Design Members
$345 Nonmembers
$370
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| June 15–19 | Brick by Design |
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Discover the science of simple and powered machines with a week of LEGO® engineering challenges. Explore modern and ancient architecture, construct a working lock box made entirely of bricks, then design everything from motorized cranes and self-propelled cars to walking animals and windmills.
New! Games of Science June 15–19 New! Games of Science Members
$345 Nonmembers
$370
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| June 15–19 | New! Games of Science |
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Calling all boardgame lovers! What is the best way to learn? By having fun of course! Learn how STEAM and game theory intertwine. Then apply those skills of logic, engineering, design, probability, and storytelling to try your hand at making your own board game! Campers will take home the start of a prototype.
Maker Camp June 15–19 Maker Camp Members
$410 Nonmembers
$450
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| June 15–19 | Maker Camp |
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includes technology fee
Experience firsthand all the latest technologies in digital fabrication at BNY Fab Lab: 3D printers, laser cutters, vinyl cutters, and other CNC machines. Learn the design software for both 2D and 3D machines and make daily projects to take with you! Perfect for campers who have never been to the Fab Lab before, as well as those with prior experience.
Galaxy Quest June 22–26 Galaxy Quest Members
$345 Nonmembers
$370
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| June 22–26 | Galaxy Quest |
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Step into the shoes of an astronomer as you explore the universe from our own solar system to the farthest reaches of outer space. Search for nearby habitable planets, explore the past, present, and future of space travel, and discover how astrophysicists identify celestial bodies billions of light years away.
New! Ctrl+Alt+Create June 22–26 New! Ctrl+Alt+Create Members
$375 Nonmembers
$400
| New! Ctrl+Alt+Create | ||||
| June 22–26 | New! Ctrl+Alt+Create |
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includes technology fee
Discover the inner world of computers at camp. Perfect for budding tech enthusiasts, this camp dives into computers, from hardware to software. You will explore coding, robotics, and video game design. Hands-on projects and engaging activities make complex concepts accessible and fun.
Brick by Design June 29–July 2* Brick by Design Members
$276 Nonmembers
$296
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| June 29–July 2* | Brick by Design |
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*No camp July 3
Discover the science of simple and powered machines with a week of LEGO® engineering challenges. Explore modern and ancient architecture, construct a working lock box made entirely of bricks, then design everything from motorized cranes and self-propelled cars to walking animals and windmills.
Maker Camp June 29–July 2* Maker Camp Members
$328 Nonmembers
$360
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| June 29–July 2* | Maker Camp |
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includes technology fee
*No camp on July 3. Reduced price: $328 Members, $360 Nonmembers.
Experience firsthand all the latest technologies in digital fabrication at BNY Fab Lab: 3D printers, laser cutters, vinyl cutters, and other CNC machines. Learn the design software for both 2D and 3D machines and make daily projects to take with you! Perfect for campers who have never been to the Fab Lab before, as well as those with prior experience.
New! Wild & Weird Science June 29–July 2* New! Wild & Weird Science Science Members
$276 Nonmembers
$296
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| June 29–July 2* | New! Wild & Weird Science Science |
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*No camp on July 3. Reduced prices: $276 Members, $296 Nonmembers
Go “wild” for the world of “weird” science as you experience exciting, awe-inspiring, and often unusual physics and chemistry experiments. Use natural forces to levitate and launch objects, discover how to transform household items into bouncy balls, and uncover unexpected ways to harness electricity.
CSI: Carnegie Science Investigators July 6–10 CSI: Carnegie Science Investigators Members
$345 Nonmembers
$370
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| July 6–10 | CSI: Carnegie Science Investigators |
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Put your detective skills to the test as you analyze evidence and solve mysteries. Hone your powers of observation and deductive skills, and then step into our brand-new laboratory to carry out chemical tests, identify microscopic clues, and perform DNA analysis to solve mysteries.
Maker Camp July 6–10 Maker Camp Members
$410 Nonmembers
$450
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| July 6–10 | Maker Camp |
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includes technology fee
Experience firsthand all the latest technologies in digital fabrication at BNY Fab Lab: 3D printers, laser cutters, vinyl cutters, and other CNC machines. Learn the design software for both 2D and 3D machines and make daily projects to take with you! Perfect for campers who have never been to the Fab Lab before, as well as those with prior experience.
Robots of the Round Table July 6–10 Robots of the Round Table Members
$375 Nonmembers
$400
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| July 6–10 | Robots of the Round Table |
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includes technology fee
Hear ye, hear ye! Dive into the world of robotics as you build and design rovers with a medieval twist. Using Vex Go software and technology, incorporate motors, gears, and sensors to program robots that can climb ramps, batter down castle walls, and joust against other robotic knights.
Cinematic Science July 13–17 Cinematic Science Members
$375 Nonmembers
$400
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| July 13–17 | Cinematic Science |
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includes technology fee
Take your filmmaking skills to the next level! Discover the secrets of stop motion, then investigate the world of foley effects. With a film crew, create traditional and digital animated shorts, design your own backdrops and characters, then write, film, and edit a short of your very own creation!
Maker Camp July 13–17 Maker Camp Members
$410 Nonmembers
$450
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| July 13–17 | Maker Camp |
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includes technology fee
Experience firsthand all the latest technologies in digital fabrication at BNY Fab Lab: 3D printers, laser cutters, vinyl cutters, and other CNC machines. Learn the design software for both 2D and 3D machines and make daily projects to take with you! Perfect for campers who have never been to the Fab Lab before, as well as those with prior experience.
New! Games of Science July 13–17 New! Games of Science Members
$345 Nonmembers
$370
| New! Games of Science | ||||
| July 13–17 | New! Games of Science |
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Calling all boardgame lovers! What is the best way to learn? By having fun of course! Learn how STEAM and game theory intertwine. Then apply those skills of logic, engineering, design, probability, and storytelling to try your hand at making your own board game! Campers will take home the start of a prototype.
CSI: Carnegie Science Investigators July 20–24 CSI: Carnegie Science Investigators Members
$345 Nonmembers
$370
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| July 20–24 | CSI: Carnegie Science Investigators |
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Put your detective skills to the test as you analyze evidence and solve mysteries. Hone your powers of observation and deductive skills, and then step into our brand-new laboratory to carry out chemical tests, identify microscopic clues, and perform DNA analysis to solve mysteries.
Fashion Maker July 20–24 Fashion Maker Members
$440 Nonmembers
$480
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| July 20–24 | Fashion Maker |
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includes technology fee
Unleash your inner fashion designer in Fashion Maker camp! Join us at BNY Fab Lab where campers will dive into the world of wearable creations, transforming imaginative ideas into reality. Throughout the week, campers will explore the exciting field of fashion design while mastering state-of-the-art machines, including 3D printers, laser cutters, and vinyl cutters. From crafting unique accessories to designing eye-catching apparel, our camp offers an immersive hands-on experience. Campers will gain valuable insights into the creative process, learning the skills needed to bring their fashionable visions to life!
Galaxy Quest July 20–24 Galaxy Quest Members
$345 Nonmembers
$370
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| July 20–24 | Galaxy Quest |
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Step into the shoes of an astronomer as you explore the universe from our own solar system to the farthest reaches of outer space. Search for nearby habitable planets, explore the past, present, and future of space travel, and discover how astrophysicists identify celestial bodies billions of light years away.
New! Ctrl+Alt+Create July 27–31 New! Ctrl+Alt+Create Members
$375 Nonmembers
$400
| New! Ctrl+Alt+Create | ||||
| July 27–31 | New! Ctrl+Alt+Create |
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includes technology fee
Discover the inner world of computers at camp. Perfect for budding tech enthusiasts, this camp dives into computers, from hardware to software. You will explore coding, robotics, and video game design. Hands-on projects and engaging activities make complex concepts accessible and fun.
Fashion Maker July 27–31 Fashion Maker Members
$440 Nonmembers
$480
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| July 27–31 | Fashion Maker |
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includes technology fee
Unleash your inner fashion designer in Fashion Maker camp! Join us at BNY Fab Lab where campers will dive into the world of wearable creations, transforming imaginative ideas into reality. Throughout the week, campers will explore the exciting field of fashion design while mastering state-of-the-art machines, including 3D printers, laser cutters, and vinyl cutters. From crafting unique accessories to designing eye-catching apparel, our camp offers an immersive hands-on experience. Campers will gain valuable insights into the creative process, learning the skills needed to bring their fashionable visions to life!
Kennywood July 27–31 Kennywood Members
$415 Nonmembers
$440
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| July 27–31 | Kennywood |
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includes field trip fee
A long-time favorite returns! Explore the science of amusement parks as you discover the physics of your favorite rides and the math behind carnival games. Put that knowledge to good use as you conclude the week with a field trip to Kennywood.
Cinematic Science Aug. 3–7 Cinematic Science Members
$375 Nonmembers
$400
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| Aug. 3–7 | Cinematic Science |
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includes technology fee
Take your filmmaking skills to the next level! Discover the secrets of stop motion, then investigate the world of foley effects. With a film crew, create traditional and digital animated shorts, design your own backdrops and characters, then write, film, and edit a short of your very own creation!
Maker Camp Aug. 3–7 Maker Camp Members
$410 Nonmembers
$450
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| Aug. 3–7 | Maker Camp |
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includes technology fee
Experience firsthand all the latest technologies in digital fabrication at BNY Fab Lab: 3D printers, laser cutters, vinyl cutters, and other CNC machines. Learn the design software for both 2D and 3D machines and make daily projects to take with you! Perfect for campers who have never been to the Fab Lab before, as well as those with prior experience.
New! Steel City Science Aug. 3–7 New! Steel City Science Members
$415 Nonmembers
$440
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| Aug. 3–7 | New! Steel City Science |
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includes field trip fee
A revamped version of our classic Explore Pittsburgh, this camp will have you seeing our beautiful city in a whole new light! Take a walking tour through historic flood zones, buckle in to explore with Molly’s Trolleys, visit our neighbors at The Point and more! Study the life that calls our rivers and city home, and explore the science behind it all as you travel through the city.
Please note: Campers should be prepared for walking, riding public transportation, and the unpredictability of Pittsburgh weather.
Robots of the Round Table Aug. 10–14 Robots of the Round Table Members
$375 Nonmembers
$400
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| Aug. 10–14 | Robots of the Round Table |
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includes technology fee
Hear ye, hear ye! Dive into the world of robotics as you build and design rovers with a medieval twist. Using Vex Go software and technology, incorporate motors, gears, and sensors to program robots that can climb ramps, batter down castle walls, and joust against other robotic knights.