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▌ STEM · Ages 15–17

Hk Maker Lab

Morningside Heights · ★ 4.6 (2665 reviews)

HK Maker Lab offers free, hands-on STEM programs for NYC youth, focusing on engineering, design, and technology to foster innovation and problem-solving skills.

▌ Editor's read HK Maker Lab is a program offered by HypotheKids, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization based in New York City, as indicated by the footer on their website. The program provides free STEM education to NYC youth, emphasizing hands-on learning in areas like engineering, design, and technology (https://www.hypothekids.org/hkmakerlab). The website details various projects and activities, suggesting a well-structured curriculum. While the site mentions 'experienced educators' and 'mentors,' it does not explicitly state staff-to-camper ratios or provide information regarding background checks for staff. The program appears to be a day camp, as there is no mention of overnight stays. Social media links for Instagram and Facebook are present in the footer, confirming their handles.
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Who thrives here Ages 15–17

Hk Maker Lab serves high-school campers, which means the program is competing against summer jobs, college visits, internships, and residential overnight options. The case for a day camp at this age is usually a CIT (counselor-in-training) track, deep specialization in stem, or a portfolio item parents and kids both value. Programs that don't articulate one of those three usually lose this age band by 9th grade.

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: 15–17
  • Hours: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Address: 3333 Broadway, New York, NY 10031
  • Cost notes: USD. Free program.

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Hk Maker Lab

What ages does Hk Maker Lab accept?
Hk Maker Lab is open to children ages 15–17. 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 Hk Maker Lab cost?
Hk Maker Lab doesn't publish a flat per-week rate — pricing varies by session. USD. Free program. Contact the camp directly for the current schedule of fees.
What are Hk Maker Lab's hours?
Hk Maker Lab runs 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Who runs Hk Maker Lab?
Hk Maker Lab 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 Hk Maker Lab provide lunch?
Hk Maker Lab 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 Hk Maker Lab compare to other stem camps in New York?
Hk Maker Lab is one of 20 stem camps in New York 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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