What ages does Jamestown Rediscovery Kids Camp accept?

Jamestown Rediscovery Kids Camp is open to children ages 8–12. 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 Jamestown Rediscovery Kids Camp cost?

Jamestown Rediscovery Kids Camp publishes $250/week for the standard session. USD. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.

What are Jamestown Rediscovery Kids Camp's hours?

Jamestown Rediscovery Kids Camp runs of operation: 9:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.

Who runs Jamestown Rediscovery Kids Camp?

Jamestown Rediscovery Kids Camp 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 Jamestown Rediscovery Kids Camp provide lunch?

Jamestown Rediscovery Kids 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.

▌ Academic · Ages 8–12

Jamestown Rediscovery Kids Camp

Historic Jamestowne · $250/week

Kids explore archaeology, history, and colonial life at the original site of Jamestown.

▌ Editor's read The Jamestown Rediscovery Kids Camp website loads successfully and details a day camp program for children aged 8-12, running from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM. The camp is operated by the Jamestown Rediscovery Foundation, a non-profit organization dedicated to archaeological research and education at Historic Jamestowne. The program focuses on archaeology, colonial life, and the history of the first permanent English settlement in North America, with activities like digging in a simulated archaeological unit and exploring the site. While the website does not explicitly mention staff-to-camper ratios or background check policies, it emphasizes educational engagement with the historical site. Google reviews for Historic Jamestowne generally praise the site's educational value and engaging exhibits, with an average rating of 4.7 stars from over 4,000 reviews, though specific reviews for the kids' camp are not readily available. The camp is not listed as ACA accredited.

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Who thrives here Ages 8–12

Jamestown Rediscovery Kids Camp sits in the upper-elementary to middle-school window where specialization starts to mean something. Kids in this band often want to go deeper on one thing rather than rotate through five, and many camps begin offering pre-CIT (counselor-in-training) tracks here. The right academic fit at this age depends on whether the child wants more autonomy or still wants the safety of a structured rhythm.

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: Academic
Ages: 8–12
Hours: of operation: 9:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Address: 1368 Colonial Pkwy, Jamestown, VA 23081
Phone: 757-229-4997
Email: [email protected]
Cost notes: USD.

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Jamestown Rediscovery Kids Camp

What ages does Jamestown Rediscovery Kids Camp accept?: Jamestown Rediscovery Kids Camp is open to children ages 8–12. 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 Jamestown Rediscovery Kids Camp cost?: Jamestown Rediscovery Kids Camp publishes $250/week for the standard session. USD. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Jamestown Rediscovery Kids Camp's hours?: Jamestown Rediscovery Kids Camp runs of operation: 9:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Who runs Jamestown Rediscovery Kids Camp?: Jamestown Rediscovery Kids Camp 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 Jamestown Rediscovery Kids Camp provide lunch?: Jamestown Rediscovery Kids 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.

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