Space Center Houston’s Explorer Camps introduce children ages 4 to 11 to science, technology, engineering and math through engaging and hands-on learning activities.
Did you know Dual-level members and above receive a discount and early access to Explorer Camps registration? Contact the membership department at [email protected] for more information.
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Browse our Explorer Camp Parent’s Guide filled with information such as with program contacts, hours, meal options, pickup procedures and more.
Jan 18
Cost | $74.95
Discover how science and technology can solve problems for astronauts while traveling to Mars. Campers fulfill their curiosity by designing and programming rovers, robots, and model rockets.
Feb 15
Cost | $74.95
Our future needs are for deep space travel. The Space Launch System will send Orion and other cargo to the Moon. Campers will understand this advanced launch vehicle by designing and engineering a rocket to maximize the energy needed for launching into deep space.
Mar 8
Cost | $74.95
Campers will discover that rockets send robots into space. Learning the parts of a rocket, building, and designing model rockets, and launching them to simulate robot exploration of the solar system. Our young explorers learn how robots use sensors to navigate and study the composition of other space objects.
Apr 12
Cost | $74.95
Campers will discover all the features that make Earth the most desirable place to live in the Solar System. During this one-day camp, campers learn how the Earth needs the Sun to exist, how astronauts can live on the ISS and discover things in deep space using telescopes.
Apr 26
Cost | $74.95
All journeys begin with a single step. Campers begin their journey by learning about the various aspects of being an Astronaut, learn about the NBL (Neutral Buoyancy Lab) and building an end effector like the one a found on the ISS (International Space Station)
Jan 18
Cost | $74.95
Campers will experience a Martian adventure that challenges the junior scientists to seek solutions to the obstacles of deep space travel. Participants will engage in engineering design challenges, understanding Mars’ harsh environment and delve into topics such as geology and radiation.
Feb 15
Cost | $74.95
Rocket Design is an important part of our past and the future of Space Flights. During this one-day camp experience of designing, building and launching various rockets, campers will gain a greater understanding of the history of rockets for space exploration.
Mar 8
Cost | $74.95
Robots help NASA explore the solar system where spacecraft travel to the moon or Mars. Through simulations, programing and rover challenges, campers use the Engineering Design Process to research, design, and build a Sphero-powered Mars Rover.
Apr 12
Cost | $74.95
Campers develop an understanding of our solar system and understand the vast distances between the planets. Through hands on engineering challenges, the use of robotics and creative design, all campers will learn what it takes to go beyond Earth for space travel.
Apr 26
Cost | $74.95
This one-day adventure will take you beyond the limits of challenges, learning more on how to protect the astronaut traveling through space. Through hands on engineering challenges, the use of robotics and creative designing, all campers will learn what it takes to journey beyond Earth.
February 28, 2025
Cost | $79.95
Drop Off | 5 p.m.
Pick Up | 10:30 p.m.
Explore with us for an evening about the planets of our Solar System. Campers experience a live planetarium show featuring the planets and their properties. Throughout this evening, participants will explore the Solar System, understand interplanetary travel, and learn about other planets.
February 28, 2025
Cost | $79.95
Drop Off | 5 p.m.
Pick Up | 10:30 p.m.
Take the journey through our solar system and go to places beyond. Attending a live Planetarium show, travel through the solar system and discover the differences in the planets. Experience our place in space as we travel through the solar system for an enjoyable, entertaining evening.
March 10-14, 2025
Cost | $299.95
Young explorers will learn what astronauts face when they travel to the Moon. Campers will find adventure by exploring the Moon’s surface with robotics and technology and understand the Earth-Moon’s place in the Solar System.
Coming Soon
March 17-21, 2025
Cost | $299.95
Campers discover all the features that make Earth the most desirable place for us to call home. Learn all about the Earth cycles and Earth’s position in the solar system through art and STEM activities.
Coming Soon
March 10-14, 2025
Cost | $299.95
This lunar camp is designed to introduce young campers to the exploration of the Moon. While the journey takes astronauts to new levels, campers will have the chance to experience many robotic platforms to master basic coding challenges tied to the Moon mission. The young explorers will explore rocketry, astronaut training, exploration and living on the Moon.
Coming Soon
March 17-21, 2025
Cost | $299.95
How do astronauts work in space? How do robots work? What do engineers do? All these questions and more are answered as campers explore space through art, science, robotics, and engineering activities.
Coming Soon
March 10-14, 2025
Cost | $299.95
Understanding our greatest accomplishments in space and imagining new ones will inspire your explorer to take part in this adventure. Seek solutions to the obstacles of Earth-Moon space travel, engage in engineering design challenges, use robotic platforms, and delve into topics such as geology, rocketry, radiation, and mission training.
Coming Soon
March 17-21, 2025
Cost | $299.95
All things robotics! Using a variety of robotic platforms, campers engage in immersive robotic challenges for space exploration. Through project-based robotic challenges, campers hone their skills in science, technology, engineering, mathematics, and coding to successfully complete their exploration mission.
Coming Soon
March 10-14, 2025
Cost | $299.95
We are going! Understand through hands-on engineering challenges, simulating lunar habitats, use of robotics platforms, and creative engineering developments what it takes to go back to the Moon.
Coming Soon
March 17-21, 2025
Cost | $299.95
Do you want to help NASA engineers explore beyond our atmosphere? Through robotics platforms and engineering design challenges, campers can let their creativity flow. Campers are immersed in opportunities to develop solutions to space-related challenges to successfully accomplish their mission objectives.
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