Spring Break STEAM Camp

March 26, 27, and 28, 2024

Keep the kiddos occupied over spring break by signing up for our STEAM camp!

Campers will dive into immersive, hands-on workshops that emphasize design thinking and problem-solving, and will have the opportunity to engage with physics, astronomy, or innovation science.

Activities are different each day - so sign up for one or all three days.

They will also participate in special programs highlighting museum experiences:

  • Exploring interactive exhibits
  • Viewing a planetarium show
  • Enjoying a high-energy stage performance
  • Learning from science experts

Spring Break STEAM Camp is designed for students in grades 1 - 6

Camp Details:

  • Camp each day runs from 9:00am - 3:00pm
  • Registration for each day is separate
  • Campers will need to bring their lunch each day they are registered
  • Before and after care will not be available
  • Cancellation Policy: Full refund if cancellation occurs no less than 21 days prior to the start of (each) registered camp day. 50% refund if cancellation occurs 10 days in advance of (each) registered camp day. No refund if cancellation occurs within 10 days of the start of (each) registered camp day.

Registration is separate for each day and is $110 per day for members and $125 per day for non-members.

Questions about camp? Send us an email at CISReservations@cranbrook.edu or call 248.645.3210.

Spring into Science

Presenting Sponsor: Susan Flint Cooper
March 27 - 30 | 11:00am - 3:00pm daily

Spend spring break at the Institute and explore the natural world around us! As the seasons begin to change, learn about the wonders of our ecosystem with various local environmental organizations through engaging hands-on activities:

  • Bee-come a beehive keeper
  • Craft your own germination necklace
  • Battle water pollution
  • Explore the creepy invasive critters of the Great Lakes
  • Investigate Michigan’s wildlife
  • Become a recycling superhero
  • Stop and smell the wildflowers
  • And more nature-based fun!

All activities are FREE with the purchase of general admission. The museum will be open 10:00am - 5:00pm on March 27, 28, and 30, and 10:00am - 10:00pm on March 29, and all activities will be available from 11:00am - 3:00pm daily.

Tickets to Galileo: Scientist, Astronomer, Visionary range in price from $5 - $8 per person, in addition to general museum admission for non-members. Tickets to the Acheson Planetarium and exploreLAB (on select days) are offered with an additional fee and can be purchased at the front desk upon arrival.

Splash into Science: A freshwater science and eco-art workshop

June 14 or August 9 | 9am- 12pm

For middle-school students entering 6th or 7th grade in the fall In this half-day workshop, students will explore the freshwater ecosystem of the Rouge River, which flows through Cranbrook’s campus. Students will participate in water quality activities and collect aquatic insects, learning what makes these critters an important part of science! After exploring the aquatic ecosystem, students will then use their newfound knowledge to create water-inspired eco-art using recycled materials. Student artists will also be given the opportunity to have their art displayed at the opening of the new Our Great Lakes exhibit, coming to CIS in early 2025!

To register, please follow the link for your desired date below: