Camp · STEM · Ages 5–11 · $285/week
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▌ STEM · Ages 5–11

Camp Invention - Durham, NC

Durham · $285/week

Camp Invention offers STEM-focused day camp experiences for K-6th graders, emphasizing hands-on activities, problem-solving, and creative thinking.

▌ Editor's read The provided URL, https://www.invent.org/programs/camp-invention, loads successfully and is the official website for Camp Invention, a national STEM day camp program. The website indicates that Camp Invention is a program of the National Inventors Hall of Fame, a non-profit organization. The program is designed for children in grades K-6, offering hands-on STEM activities. While the website does not list specific staff-to-camper ratios, it does state that all program staff undergo background checks. The program is a day camp format. Google reviews for 'Camp Invention' generally show high satisfaction, with many locations averaging 4.5 stars or higher, praising the engaging activities and educational value. The camp is not listed in the ACA directory as an accredited camp, likely due to its decentralized model where it partners with local schools and community centers. Social media handles found are @campinvention on Instagram and CampInvention on Facebook.
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Who thrives here Ages 5–11

Camp Invention - Durham, NC 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
Nonprofit organization
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: STEM
  • Ages: 5–11
  • Hours: 9:00 AM - 3:30 PM
  • Address: Durham, NC 27701, USA
  • Cost notes: USD. Pricing starts at $285 per week but varies by location. Some camps require additional hosting fees. Payment plans available up to 8 weeks before camp start date. $60 discount available. Approximately $9/hour.

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Camp Invention - Durham, NC

What ages does Camp Invention - Durham, NC accept?
Camp Invention - Durham, NC is open to children ages 5–11. 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 Camp Invention - Durham, NC cost?
Camp Invention - Durham, NC publishes $285/week for the standard session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Camp Invention - Durham, NC's hours?
Camp Invention - Durham, NC runs 9:00 AM - 3:30 PM. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Who runs Camp Invention - Durham, NC?
Camp Invention - Durham, NC is operated by a nonprofit organization. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
Does Camp Invention - Durham, NC provide lunch?
Camp Invention - Durham, NC 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.
How does Camp Invention - Durham, NC compare to other stem camps in Durham?
Camp Invention - Durham, NC is one of 6 stem camps in Durham that overlap its age range. The differentiation between options usually comes down to four factors: weekly price, day length, indoor/outdoor balance, and group size. Browse same-city alternatives in the directory to compare side by side.

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