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George Washington Carver Museum and Cultural Center Summer Camp

George Washington Carver Museum and Cultural Center · $140/week

The George Washington Carver Museum and Cultural Center Summer Camp offers a variety of themed day camps for children aged 5-12, focusing on cultural enrichm...

▌ Editor's read The George Washington Carver Museum and Cultural Center Summer Camp is offered through the City of Austin Parks and Recreation Department, as evidenced by the provided URL. The website lists various summer camp options, including specific themed camps at the Carver Museum for children aged 5-12, such as 'Carver Kids Camp' and 'Carver Creative Camp.' The program type is clearly day camp, with sessions running from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. The City of Austin Parks and Recreation Department website states that 'All staff are required to pass a criminal background check,' demonstrating a commitment to safety. While specific staff-to-camper ratios are not published, the municipal ownership suggests adherence to city-wide standards. The Austin Parks and Recreation Department has a Google review rating of 4.3 stars from 1,000+ reviews, with many positive comments about their programs. The camp is not ACA accredited, and no state license number is provided on the site. Social media handles for the broader Austin Parks and Recreation Department are @austinparksandrec on Instagram and AustinParksandRec on Facebook.
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Who thrives here Ages 5–12

George Washington Carver Museum and Cultural Center Summer Camp 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 language/cultural program.

Facts & Credentials

Program type
Day camp
ACA accredited
Not verified
Established
Not listed
Operator
Municipal parks department
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: Language/Cultural
  • Ages: 5–12
  • Address: 1165 Angelina St, Austin, TX 78702
  • Cost notes: USD. $420 per 3-week session for residents. Non-resident fee is $660/session.

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about George Washington Carver Museum and Cultural Center Summer Camp

What ages does George Washington Carver Museum and Cultural Center Summer Camp accept?
George Washington Carver Museum and Cultural Center Summer Camp 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 George Washington Carver Museum and Cultural Center Summer Camp cost?
George Washington Carver Museum and Cultural Center Summer Camp publishes $140/week for the standard session. USD. $420 per 3-week session for residents. Non-resident fee is $660/session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
Who runs George Washington Carver Museum and Cultural Center Summer Camp?
George Washington Carver Museum and Cultural Center Summer Camp is operated by the local parks department. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
Does George Washington Carver Museum and Cultural Center Summer Camp provide lunch?
George Washington Carver Museum and Cultural Center Summer Camp 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 George Washington Carver Museum and Cultural Center Summer Camp compare to other language/cultural camps in Austin?
George Washington Carver Museum and Cultural Center Summer Camp is one of 6 language/cultural camps in Austin 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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