Griffin Museum of Science and Industry - Cosmic Blast Off (Hyde Park, Chicago) camp guide
Griffin Museum of Science and Industry - Cosmic Blast Off (Hyde Park, Chicago)
Explore space science through hands-on design challenges about living beyond Earth.
Entering grades K–1
Earlier-year details below are a planning reference, not confirmed information for the coming summer. Dates, prices and age ranges may change. We’ll update this guide as new information is published. Check the camp’s current details and available places before booking.
Location
Griffin Museum of Science and Industry, 5700 S. DuSable Lake Shore Drive, Chicago.
2026 informationHours
Monday–Friday, 9am–3pm; optional aftercare 3–4pm.
2026 information2026 tuition
$500 per camper per one-week session; museum members $450. Aftercare adds $100 per camper for the session.
Who it’s for
Explore space science through hands-on design challenges about living beyond Earth.
2026 informationMore practical details
2026 sessions
June 22–26, July 20–24 or August 10–14. Each listed session is one week.
Food
Snack and beverage provided; campers bring lunch.
2026 informationEnrollment
Eligibility follows grade entered in fall 2026. Need-based camp-fee scholarships are advertised; ask the camp team about requirements.
2026 informationSources and last checked
Last checked 2026-09-23.
2026 reference details · 2027 details not yet verified · Grade entered in fall 2026; no numeric age inferred
Questions to ask the camp
- 2027 dates and rates, cancellation policy, transport, allergy support, friend grouping and exact drop-off entrance.