2026 Summer Camps
Thank you for your interest in day camps at MCM! We are excited to offer camps this Summer.
Due to overwhelming support from the community our Jackson location’s summer camps sold out! We are thankful to all families and their continued support of MCM. Visit the link below to register for our waitlist!
- May 26 – 29: (4 Days) NASA ASTRO Camp® (4 individual days!)
- June 1 – 5: Emotions at Play Camp
- June 8 – 12: No Day Camp (Read to Succeed)
- June 15 – 19: Mythos and Mythical Creatures Camp
- June 22 – 26: Brainy Games Camp
- June 29 – July 3: Celebrate America 250 Camp
- July 6 – 10: Messy STEAM Camp
- July 13 – 17: Playful Performance Drama Camp
Our camp day runs from 7:30am to 5:30pm and is appropriate for children aged 4-10 years old that have completed a full day school program.
If you have specific questions about day camps as a whole or a specific day, please email Director of Learning Experiences, Patti Reiss, at patti@mcm.ms.
Included in camp fees:
Pricing for daily camps May 26th to 29th:
Daily Camper Rate/Week: $72 ($64.80 with Member’s 10% Discount)
Daily Camper Rate/Week with Provided Lunch: $78 (70.20 with Member’s 10% Discount)
Pricing for the Full five Day Weeks:
Camper Rate/Week: $285 ($256.50 with Member’s 10% Discount)
Camper Rate/Week with Provided Lunch: $315 ($283.50 with Member’s 10% Discount)
Do you have an MCM Membership? Please use “sign in” in the top right corner of the payments page. When you add your registration to the cart, the 10% discount will be reflected. No code is needed for the membership discount. Members can practice signing in HERE.
Please notice in the “cart” portion of the webpage.
If you need help with signing into your account, please reach out before making your purchase. The 10% discount cannot be applied after purchase.
Optional Camp Lunches:
All lunch options come with fruit, single serving bag of Lay’s plain potato chips, Oreo cookie pack, and a bottle of water. MCM Camp Lunches can be made free of most major allergens and vegetarian.
- Hot Dog
- Peanut Butter and Grape Jelly Sandwich
- Peanut Butter Only Sandwich
- Jelly Only Sandwich
- Turkey Sandwich with or without cheese, lettuce, tomato
- Ham Sandwich with or without cheese, lettuce, tomato
- Grilled Cheese Sandwich
- Chicken Nuggets
If you have any specific questions please reach out to the Director of Learning Experiences, Patti Reiss by email at Patti@mcm.ms or by calling 601-709-8967.
2026 Summer Camp themes
Playful Performance Drama Camp
LIGHTS, CAMERA, ACTION! It’s time for your camper to take the stage and explore their talents. Campers will get to dance, sing, play, act, and create, while they prepare for a big performance at the conclusion of camp!
This camp will conclude with a performance for the public on Friday, July 17th.
Messy STEAM Camp
Some slime, some mud, and a little glitter will all contribute to the mess your campers will experience all while having fun this week. From states of matter to color mixing, there are many crazy ways to get messy while learning!
NASA ASTRO Camp
You can pick and choose your needed days to accommodate holiday travel this 4 day week – register for all four days or just one!
Campers explore the world of space, technology, engineering, and robotics. Through hands-on learning experiences and expert guidance, campers will develop the skills and knowledge needed to become the next generation of scientists, engineers, and innovators.
Brainy Games Camp
Campers will flex their brain power while learning new skills and improving strategy! Chess, board games, logic challenges, escape rooms, and more will challenge the brain and open the mind to exciting possibilities during this camp!
Celebrate America250 Camp
Campers will join the museum in celebrating America’s 250th Birthday! Travel through time and learn about the history of our country through crafts, teamwork, and storytelling.
Mythos and Mythical Creatures Camp
Step into a world of legendary heroes, mythical creatures, and ancient gods! Campers will explore fascinating stories from mythology through hands-on crafts, games, and imaginative storytelling.
Emotions at Play Camp
Campers will explore the important role emotions, memory, and imagination play in our everyday lives with the help from our seasonal exhibit: Emotions at Play with Pixar’s Inside Out!
Daily Camp Overview
Campers may arrive as early as 7:30 am and stay until 5:00 pm.
| 7:30 to 8:30 | Drop-off and Free Choice |
| 8:30 to 8:45 | Welcome, daily tasks, safety reminders, camp announcements |
| 8:45 to 11:45 | Educational programming, Snack, Outdoor Play, Educational programs |
| 11:45 to 12:30 | Lunch, quiet reading time |
| 12:30 to 2:00 | Museum Exploration |
| 2:00 to 4:00 | Story Time, Educational programming, Museum programming, Snack |
| 4:00 to 5:00 | Pick-Up and Free Choice |
Cancellation Policy for Camp:
- Cancellation requests made 2 weeks before the scheduled camp’s start date will result in a full refund
- Cancellation requests made less than 2 weeks before the scheduled camp’s start date may result in a refund on a case-by-case basis with documentation.
