Discovery Camp

Discovery Camp

 

Discovery Camp at the Perot Museum brings science to life! Campers will have a blast exploring different topics with engaging, hands-on learning. Join us to amaze and inspire the next generation of STEM leaders!

2025 Discovery Camp schedule:
Spring — No camp.
Summer — This event has passed.
Fall — This event has passed.
Winter – No camp.

 

General Info
FAQs

General Camp Information

  • Requirements: You will need to purchase a ticket for the camp week your child is attending AND complete registration information through ProCare Online (or ProCare: ChildCare App). The registration link will be found in your ticket confirmation email. Registration requirements will include but are not limited to: camper name, birthday, medications, allergies, special learning needs, immunization records, and emergency contact information.
  • Snacks/Lunch: Please send your child with a lunch and one snack for each day of camp. You may also send a reusable water bottle for your child to stay hydrated.

    NEW: We have partnered with Wolfgang Puck Catering to offer lunches (including snacks) for campers. For any lunch questions, you can reach out to katelynn.harvey-campos@wolfgangpuck.com.

  • Clothing: For safety, we require closed-toed shoes. Your child should wear comfortable clothes that can get messy or wet. Please send a change of clothes if your child is in 1st grade and younger. The museum is temperature controlled which can vary greatly with the outside temperature. Campers will be both inside and outside for periods of time so plan accordingly.
  • Drop-off and pick-up: Please review your ticket confirmation email for specifics regarding drop-off and pickup. You will need a valid photo ID to pick up your camper. View map here.
  • Policies and procedures: Please read our camp policies and procedures carefully prior to the first day of camp.

 

Please contact Laura Bowles, camp manager, at laura.bowles@perotmuseum.org with any questions.

FAQs

  1. What is the registration cost for attending a Discovery Camp?

    Registration costs vary, depending on the length of camp and time of year. Please check the information provided on your camp’s registration page for membesr and non-member pricing.

    Members at the Explore level and above will receive a discount, as well as early access to purchase before going on sale to the general public.

    After-care (optional) is an additional fee of $75, per child. (After-care is not discounted for Perot Museum members)

  2. How can I find out which camps are filled?

    Online camp ticket availability will be updated regularly. If you register by phone, the attendant can provide up-to-date enrollment information.

    Wait lists are available for sold-out sessions. Please email camps@perotmuseum.org to be added to our waitlist.

  3. May I register my child for an older age group?

    In alignment with child development recommendations, we strictly enforce grade-level grouping. For summer camps, grade-level groups correspond to the grade your child will enter in the upcoming fall semester.

  4. Can I cancel my registration?

    Please note that camps are sold in weekly packages. Prorated refunds will not be given for days your camper does not attend.

    Camp tickets may not be exchanged or gifted. If you need to cancel your registration, please call 214.428.5555, ext. 3, to process your cancellation.

    Cancellations made less than four weeks before camp are not refundable or transferable. We do not offer refunds for camp cancellations.

  5. How should my child dress for camp?

    For safety, we require closed-toed shoes. Your child should wear comfortable clothes that can get messy or wet. Please send a change of clothes if your child is in 1st grade and younger. The museum is temperature controlled which can vary greatly with the outside temperature. Campers will be both inside and outside for periods of time so plan accordingly.

  6. Should I pack food for my child?

    Yes. Parents and guardians are responsible for providing their children with a lunch and one or two snacks every day. Make sure all food items do not need refrigeration. Send a reusable water bottle to keep your child hydrated throughout the day. Children are not allowed to share food with classmates.

    NEW: We have partnered with Wolfgang Puck Catering to offer lunches (including snacks) for campers. For any lunch questions, you can reach out to katelynn.harvey-campos@wolfgangpuck.com.

  7. What are the qualifications of your educators?

    All camp educators have a college degree or are working towards a degree in the sciences, arts, or education. All educators are certified in basic CPR/first aid and are background checked for working in a childcare setting.

  8. What is the typical class size, and how are children supervised?

    Though class sizes will range, they will be no smaller than five and no larger than 23. Each classroom will have two educators, with one to two teen volunteers assisting. A low instructor-to-camp ratio will help ensure that we can maintain proper safety protocols and that your child has the individualized attention they need to enjoy their experience.

  9. What are the behavior expectations for children?

    Children are expected to behave within age-appropriate limits and follow the Museum’s basic rules for visiting guests. Expectations are posted in each classroom and are emphasized throughout the week. In the event of a severe behavior problem, we will call you to pick up your child. At our discretion, your child may return to camp the following day.

    Please review our policies and procedures for more information.

  10. Who can I contact to leave an emergency message concerning my child during the day?

    Please get in touch with Laura Bowles, camp manager, at 214.756.5831, camps@perotmuseum.org or send a message through the Procare app. If your child has a cell phone with them, it should stay in their backpack during the day. Please do not call your child’s cell phone during scheduled camp times.