Kids can join The Huntington's Explorers Camp and go behind the scenes of the art, library, and garden collections with hands-on experiences that inspire wonder, discovery, and fun! Explorers Camp runs five consecutive days (Monday through Friday) from 9 a.m.–1 p.m. with a different theme each week.
Registration is open!
Three themed weeks: July 13–17 July 20–24 July 27–31
Explorers Camp participants create crafts together in a classroom. Photo by Harrison Truong. | The Huntington Library, Art Museum, and Botanical Gardens.
Explorers Camp participants play games in the Kitchen Garden. Photo by Joy Yamahata. | The Huntington Library, Art Museum, and Botanical Gardens.
An Explorers Camp participant takes notes on Titan Arum (Amorphophallus titanum), also known as the Corpse Flower. Photo by Becky Miller. | The Huntington Library, Art Museum, and Botanical Gardens.
Explorers Camp participants explore the Children’s Garden. Photo by Becky Miller. | The Huntington Library, Art Museum, and Botanical Gardens.
Explorers Camp participants visit the Japanese Heritage Shōya House with Huntington staff as guides. Photo by Becky Miller. | The Huntington Library, Art Museum, and Botanical Gardens.
Weekly Themes
All campers will participate in the following themes each week, though projects will differ by age group.
Art Week | July 13–17
Kids will create their own artistic works inspired by The Huntington’s art collections.
Library Week | July 20–24
The Library’s treasures will provide inspiration for the week’s projects.
Garden Week | July 27–31
Kids will explore the different gardens and get their hands dirty.
What You Need to Know
Campers are divided into four age groups. Each group will explore the themes listed above according to the week.
Rising kindergarteners and first graders (rising kindergarteners must have attended Transitional Kindergarten to be eligible)
Rising second and third graders
Rising fourth and fifth graders
Rising sixth, seventh, and eighth graders
You may register for one, two, or three weeks. Each week is different. Registration is limited to three tickets per household, per week. Registration includes all supplies and materials.
Explorers Camp runs five consecutive days (Monday–Friday) from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Most programs are outdoors, so participants should dress accordingly. No lunch or snacks will be provided; participants should bring their own bagged snacks and water bottle (labeled with child’s name).
Each class uses The Huntington’s collections as inspiration for engaging arts, history, botanical, and science-related activities. Explorers Camp focuses on topics that emphasize active learning, exploration, and, most of all, fun! All camp sessions are created with inclusive and age-appropriate activities tailored to the multiple ways kids learn. Explorers Camp also includes unique behind-the-scenes experiences with curators and special guests.
Explorers enjoy a staff-to-child ratio ranging from 1:5 to 1:7, depending on the age group. Instructors are passionate educators who are experts in their fields, and they have undergone training and background checks.
Ensuring that each child has a safe and enjoyable experience is our highest priority. We aim to create an inclusive and accessible experience for all participants. Explorers Camp is designed to meet the needs of all participants, with different ways to engage through empowerment and channeling the strengths and interests of each child. Please contact us if you have questions regarding accommodations for your child at explorers@huntington.org. To ensure that Explorers Camp is a positive experience for everyone, your child must have attended TK at the time of enrollment. Please contact us if you have any other questions about which session is the best fit for your child.
Safety Protocols
Vaccinations are strongly recommended but not required.
Masks are recommended but not required for all Explorers Camp participants during indoor sessions, except when eating and drinking. Snack time will be held outside.
Most of the programming is held outdoors, so weather-appropriate clothing is strongly recommended.
If participants or their families experience symptoms of COVID-19 or have been exposed to individuals who have experienced symptoms of COVID-19, they must notify Huntington staff immediately at 626-405-3457.
If safety protocols change before Explorers Camp begins, participants will be notified.
Cancellation and Refund Policy
The last day to cancel your Explorers Camp registration and receive a full refund is Tuesday, June 9, 2026.
Waitlist Policy: To join the waitlist for this event, please email explorers@huntington.org. Our waitlist is first come, first served. A space is not guaranteed, but you will be contacted if a space becomes available.
Top image: Explorers Camp participants learn how to wet felt with Huntington staff. Photo by Harrison Truong. | The Huntington Library, Art Museum, and Botanical Gardens.
