McWane Science Center STEM Camps
About
STEM Camps at McWane Science Center
McWane Science Center runs STEM-focused day camps for ages 4-13 from its downtown Birmingham facility on 19th Street North. Camps run summer, winter, and spring break with hands-on, minds-on programming.
Programs for Kids
Multiple camp tracks across the year. Programs include:
- Half-day camps for pre-K and kindergarten
- Full-day camps for grades 1-7
- Summer, winter, and spring break sessions
- Topics: oceanography, space, robotics, animal education
- Birthday parties
- Homeschool labs
- Field trips
- Overnight adventures
What's Included
- Camp instruction at the Science Center
- Lab and exhibit access during camp days
- Equipment for hands-on builds and experiments
- Multi-track topic rotation
Experience
Best fit for Birmingham families wanting variety across STEM topics rather than a single-skill track. Science Center exhibit access during camp adds bonus exploration time built into the day.