Summer Camp 2023

Date
June 19–23, June 26–30, July 3–7, July 10–14

Duration
8:15 AM – 5:00 PM

Organized by
National Museum of Natural History Goulandris

The Museum’s Summer Camp is back this year at the National Museum of Natural History Goulandris!
The Summer Camp gives children the opportunity to make the most of their summer vacation by participating in activities that promote creativity, adventure, knowledge, and discovery. The program includes educational activities, scientific knowledge, and an introduction to the Museum in specially designed, modern, and safe spaces where children can socialize and have fun.

Children interact with peers, forming friendships based on shared interests. They experiment and explore areas they might not encounter in their daily lives, discovering new skills along the way.

Weekly Programs

Week 1 | June 19–23

• Grades 1–3 | “Engineers of the Future”

• Grades 4–6 | “Conquering Space”

Week 2 | June 26–30

• Grades 3–6 | “Planet Heroes!”

Week 3 | July 3–7

• Grades 1–3 | “Engineers of the Future”

• Grades 4–6 | “Conquering Space”

Week 4 | July 10–14

• Grades 3–6 | “Planet Heroes!”

Daily Schedule

• 08:15–09:15: Reception

• 09:30–15:00: 3 educational sessions of 90 minutes each, with 2 breaks

• 15:00–17:00: Departure / Free time / Additional activities

Registration

Select your preferred week, age group, and thematic program.
Cost per week: €150 (includes a light meal – children may bring additional snacks/food that does not require heating)
Cost for siblings or attending a second week: €100
Payment deadline: One week before the start of the child’s participation (the Monday prior).

Program Details

Weeks: June 19–23 & July 3–7

Themes:

• Grades 1–3 | “Engineers of the Future”

• Grades 4–6 | “Conquering Space”
  In collaboration with STEM Education

• Maximum children per group: 20

Description:

Grades 1–3 | “Engineers of the Future”
Children begin their journey into basic programming logic (ScratchJr). Through play, they create their first code and understand algorithmic thinking. They learn to observe and analyze the world around them.

They explore basic mechanical construction principles, including gears, pulleys, levers, wheels, and axles. By investigating and experimenting, children collaborate and build knowledge themselves, creating increasingly complex models using appropriate construction materials. They learn experimentally the usefulness of Simple Machines, understand energy, introduce motors and batteries, and bring their models to life.

Grades 4–6 | “Conquering Space”
Children discover the basic principles of Physics, Electricity, Electromagnetism, Optics, Biology, and Communication Technologies used by humans to create life-friendly environments and colonize planets in the Solar System. Using materials, they construct the necessary supplies to transport life into space and, through collaboration and problem-solving, embark on a journey to the planets.

Weeks: June 26–30 & July 10–14

Theme:

• Grades 3–6 | “Planet Heroes!”
  Organized by: GAIA Education Center, National Museum of Natural History Goulandris

• Maximum children: 25

Description:
Through Museum Exhibits, Virtual Reality, Dome Screenings, Experiments, Interactive Games, Observation, and Active Participation, children learn to love and protect our planet.

They explore Nature and Ecosystems, Rocks, Fossils, Marine Life, Earthquake phenomena, and everything that makes up our planet. They learn about the dangers to life on Earth, what we can do about Climate Change, the importance of recycling, ecological lifestyles, and issues related to food, energy, and microplastics. Children discover what a real Planet Hero would do! A week at a Museum that holds the entire planet!

Reservations: Book now online.
Payment deadline: One week before the start of the child’s participation.

For more information: Call +30 2108015870 ext. 513