History Camps

history camps

Downers Grove Museum, 831 Maple Ave., Downers Grove

Satisfy your thirst for knowledge while having fun at the same time! The Downers Grove Museum offers history-related, week-long half day summer camps of varying topics to appeal to all ages and interests. Learn about interesting aspects of history or acquire a new skill through fun and engaging activities. All participants must be fully potty-trained and independent with bathroom needs.

Resident registration begins at 10AM on March 10
Non-resident registration begins at 10AM on March 17

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REGISTRATION DEADLINE

Registration deadline is Wednesday prior to each week of camp or until the camp fills to the maximum number of participants.

CANCELLATION/REFUND POLICY

Self-cancellation prior to the cancellation deadline can be done online through your account or you can visit dgparks.org/request-a-refund to complete a refund form
Cancellation requests must be received at least 5 days before the camp start date.
Withdrawals made before May 15 will incur a $5 service fee per participant, per camp.
Withdrawals made on or after May 15 will incur a $10 service fee per participant, per camp.
Cancellations made less than 5 days before the camp start date will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis. Any refund granted will be subject to applicable service fees and late cancellation fees.

participant information/Emergency forms

The Downers Grove Park District will be utilizing ePACT for camper information/emergency forms. Within 1 week of your camp registration, you should receive an email from ePACT to set up an account and complete your camper's electronic information/emergency forms.
Information/emergency forms for each camper must be completed through ePACT no later than the Wednesday prior to your child's first camp session and you only need to fill out the forms once regardless of how many camps your child is enrolled in.
Campers will not be allowed to attend camp until the information/emergency forms are completed.
If your camper is enrolled in a program that is currently using the ePACT system, you will receive an email from ePACT to verify your child's information is correct and up to date.

financial assistance program

In an effort to provide recreation, health and wellness opportunities to all residents, including those who are experiencing financial hardships, the Downers Grove Park District has established a Financial Assistance Program. Participants must reside within the boundaries of the Downers Grove Park District to be eligible. For eligibility requirements or to donate to the Financial Assistance Program, please visit www.dgparks.org/financial-assistance-program.

2026 Summer Camp Parent Manual

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parent communication

Parents will receive a “Welcome to Camp” email by May 27, with information including what to wear to camp, what to bring to camp and camp procedures.
Following the initial “Welcome to Camp” email, each camp will be emailed no later than the Friday prior to each session with specific camp information for the upcoming week.