Metal Marvels is a free summer camp at the Metal Museum for Title I Memphis-Shelby County Schools (MSCS) high school students aged 14-18. This camp integrates metal artmaking with scientific studies like astronomy, botany, archeology, and cryptozoology. Metal Marvels demonstrates how STEM subjects can be engaging and enjoyable through creative activities such as forging, casting, and enameling. Students learn valuable metalworking techniques and scientific principles, fostering imaginative thinking and problem-solving. The camp concludes with a celebration at the Metal Museum, where students showcase their artwork and participate in activities with their families.
SUMMER CAMP DATES
Jul. 23 – Jul. 26, 2024
9:00am – 12:00pm
Jul. 30 – Aug. 2, 2024
9:00am – 12:00pm
FAMILY AND FRIENDS WRAP-UP PARTY
Aug. 3, 2024
1:00 – 4:00pm
Have questions about Metal Marvels Summer Camp at the Metal Museum? Contact us at (901) 774-6380 or email lucienne@metalmuseum.org for more information.
Camp is limited to 20 students, and registration is required. Only Title I MSCS high school students can participate. Registration is not a guarantee of acceptance to Metal Marvels. Registration will close when the spaces are filled. Students will be notified of their acceptance to the summer camp on a rolling basis. Admittance is first come, first serve. The last day to register is Friday, July 12th.
SUMMER CAMP POLICIES & GENERAL INFORMATION
REGISTRATION DEADLINE
The last day to register is Friday, July 12th. Class size is limited, so register as soon as possible. Students will be notified of their acceptance. Camp is subject to being canceled due to low enrollment.
WHAT TO BRING
Participants should bring a water bottle. They may want to also bring sunscreen and insect repellant.
DROP-OFF & PICK-UP POLICY
Drop-off begins at 8:45 am, and pick-up ends at 12:15 pm. Please sign your student in and out on the attendance sheet each day. Please be aware that no childcare will be available before or after camp hours. Students may not be dropped off earlier than 15 minutes prior to the camp's start time and must be collected no later than 15 minutes following the conclusion of the camp.
LIABILITY FORM
During the application process you will need to download, sign and upload our 2024 Liability Form. This form must be reviewed and signed before your student attends camp. Your student will be unable to attend Metal Marvels Summer Camp if this form is not received before the first day of camp.
METAL MARVELS SUMMER CAMP RECEIVES PROGRAMMING SUPPORT FROM TENNESSEE ARTS COMMISSION.
