Youth Summer Camps

Hands On History Summer Camp 2026

Now offering four weeks!

Chadds Ford Historical Society invites students entering 3rd to 6th grade to join an immersive camp that explores life in the 18th century and beyond. Each day, campers will explore the past through nature, the arts, and colonial life. Various camp activities include fabric dyeing, candle making, papermaking, colonial games, a nature scavenger hunt, a simulated archaeological dig, and bread baking at the 18th century home of John Chads. Campers will also participate in 18th century demonstrations, hike the Brandywine trail, and take part in a Revolutionary War themed escape room. In addition to these activities, plenty of time is provided for free play and unstructured fun. Campers will not want to miss this chance to experience Hands on History!

Camp Weeks: June 15-19, July 6-10, July 20-24, and August 3-7

Time: 9AM-3PM

Grades: Students entering 3rd-6th

Pricing:$350 (Member), $360 (non-member early bird), $375 (non-member regular)

Early Bird registration closes 5/1/2026

All payments made using a credit/debit card are subject to a $15 surcharge

CFHS is currently accepting mail-in and over-the-phone registrations

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Campers should wear weather appropriate clothes and closed toed shoes. Please bring a bottle of water, lunch, and a snack each day. (No food items with peanuts, please.)

Registration: Please see the below Forms and Documents needed to complete for Registration.  Please direct any questions to Spencer Larson by email: spencer@chaddsfordhistory.org or by phone 610-388-7376.

Please complete the following four PDF forms:

Registration - Hands on History 2026

Medical Release - Hands on History 2026

Photo Release - Hands on History 2026

Payment Form - Hands on History 2026