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Saint Louis University - McDonnell Douglas Hall - Camp Invention: Spark

Saint Louis University - McDonnell Douglas Hall - Camp Invention: Spark

Camp Invention: Spark at Saint Louis University offers a STEM-focused day camp experience for K-6th graders, emphasizing hands-on innovation and problem-solv...

▌ Editor's read The provided URL loads as a legitimate page for Camp Invention: Spark, hosted at Saint Louis University's McDonnell Douglas Hall. This is a day camp for children in grades K-6, running from July 22-26, 2024, from 9:00 AM to 3:30 PM. The program is part of the national Camp Invention initiative, which is a program of the National Inventors Hall of Fame. The Camp Invention website states that all program staff are background checked. While specific Google reviews for this particular location are not readily available, Camp Invention as a national program generally receives positive feedback, with a 4.8-star rating from over 1.6K reviews on Google for their main organization. The camp focuses on STEM activities, including creating a 'Marble Arcade' and exploring 'Robotic Aquatics.'
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Who thrives here Ages 5–12

Saint Louis University - McDonnell Douglas Hall - Camp Invention: Spark fits middle-elementary campers — old enough for skill-building to land, young enough that friend-group dynamics and counselor warmth still matter more than program rigor. Parents at this age band tend to prioritize a balanced rhythm of structured activity and unstructured play, which is the actual differentiator inside any given stem program.

Facts & Credentials

Program type
Day camp
ACA accredited
Not verified
Established
Not listed
Operator
University program
Staff-to-camper ratio
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Details

  • Category: STEM
  • Ages: 5–12
  • Hours: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
  • Address: 3450 Lindell Blvd, St. Louis, MO 63103
  • Cost notes: 2026 pricing TBD as of 2026-04-16.

Logistics

  • Lunch provided: No
  • Transportation: No
  • Financial aid: No
  • Setting: mixed

Frequently asked about Saint Louis University - McDonnell Douglas Hall - Camp Invention: Spark

What ages does Saint Louis University - McDonnell Douglas Hall - Camp Invention: Spark accept?
Saint Louis University - McDonnell Douglas Hall - Camp Invention: Spark is open to children ages 5–12. Camps publish their own age cutoffs, and some run mixed-age groups internally; check the registration page for that summer's grouping if your child sits at a boundary.
How much does Saint Louis University - McDonnell Douglas Hall - Camp Invention: Spark cost?
Saint Louis University - McDonnell Douglas Hall - Camp Invention: Spark doesn't publish a flat per-week rate — pricing varies by session. 2026 pricing TBD as of 2026-04-16. Contact the camp directly for the current schedule of fees.
What are Saint Louis University - McDonnell Douglas Hall - Camp Invention: Spark's hours?
Saint Louis University - McDonnell Douglas Hall - Camp Invention: Spark runs 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Who runs Saint Louis University - McDonnell Douglas Hall - Camp Invention: Spark?
Saint Louis University - McDonnell Douglas Hall - Camp Invention: Spark is operated by a university program. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
Does Saint Louis University - McDonnell Douglas Hall - Camp Invention: Spark provide lunch?
Saint Louis University - McDonnell Douglas Hall - Camp Invention: Spark does not include lunch — campers bring their own. Most day camps without provided lunch are nut-free or nut-aware, so check the allergy policy before packing. Frozen water bottles double as ice packs and drinks; insulated lunch boxes hold below 40°F for about four hours.

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