Dearborn Summer Camps

A Unique & Immersive Summer Experience

With artifact explorations, hands-on experiments, behind-the-scenes adventures and more, your young learners will be transported through the stories of American innovation for an unforgettable week.

Learn By Doing

Exciting Programming for Grades 2-7

Do you have a camper entering grades 2-7? Campers will have the opportunity to explore, learn and grow while participating in activities designed to meet their developmental and learning needs.

POWERED BY PERSPECTIVE

Cultivating Creativity & Innovation

The Henry Ford Summer Camp in Dearborn, MI is designed using our very own Model i framework. Campers will practice actions and habits of innovators by exploring new ideas, overcoming challenges, and working with others.

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Camp Offerings

THF Summer Camp is day camp that runs Monday - Friday. All levels of camp are based on grade level and are designed as a one-week experience.

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2nd Graders

Superheroes

Designed for campers entering second grade. Click for more information.

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3rd Graders

Movers

Designed for campers entering third grade. Click for more information.

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4th Graders

Explorers

Designed for campers entering fourth grade. Click for more information.

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5th Graders

Growers

Designed for campers entering fifth grade. Click for more information.

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6th Graders

Makers

Designed for campers entering sixth grade. Click for more information.

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NEW 7th Graders

Dreamers

Designed for campers entering seventh grade. Click for more information.

2025 THF Summer Camp

Check back in January for 2025 THF Summer Camp registration details, grade level offerings, session dates and pricing information.

Camp Features 

All camps run 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. (extended care available for additional cost). Campers will be immersed in the museum and village atmosphere for a unique and engaging experience. Each camp features:

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Signature Experiences

Unique behind-the-scenes experiences that are exclusive to summer camp at The Henry Ford.

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Wednesday Spirit Day

Campers and staff let their personalities shine through fun themes and activities.

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Learn-By-Doing Activities

Hands-on, minds-on activities that foster an innovative mindset.

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Site Visits

Campers encounter artifacts and stories throughout Henry Ford Museum of American Innovation, Greenfield Village, and Ford Rouge Factory Tour.

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Culminating Experiences

Campers identify and create their own solutions to real world problems.

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Closing Camp Celebration

We invite families to celebrate a week of fun-filled learning with their campers.

Before you register 

More Information:

If you have questions directly related to registration, please call 313.982.6001. For any program related questions please email summercamp@thf.org

The Henry Ford Summer Camp 2024 Handbook

Learn more about The Henry Ford Summer Camp by checking out the 2024 Handbook.

Medication and Allergies

Camp staff is not allowed to administer any medication; all medication must be self-administered (with the exception of epi-pens).

If your camper needs medication throughout the week, please email camp staff at summercamp@thf.org.

Please note that The Henry Ford Summer Camp is NOT a nut-free camp. Camp Staff does their best to accommodate allergies, but we do not restrict any foods from camp. Please be sure to list any allergies in your registration materials. Staff will make sure your camper’s counselors are informed.

Camp Staff is CPR certified. 

Contact Information

If you have questions directly related to registration, please call 313.982.6001. For any program related questions please email summercamp@thf.org

View our Frequently Asked Questions

To view our frequently asked questions please click here.

SUMMER CAMPS

Hands-on experiences for an unforgettable week

At The Henry Ford Summer Camp, we welcome children, families and staff of all cultures, religions, sexual orientation and gender identification, family constructs and abilities. We do not tolerate aggression, violence or bullying against one another. We strive to create a fun and educational environment that is respectful, engaging, and safe for all of our children. In order to best serve each child, we encourage you to list any physical, cognitive, emotional, or learning needs or anything else you would like us to know in your registration materials in order to provide an accessible experience for all. This aligns to our learning principles of learning powered by perspective, learning applied to the real world, and learning shared equitably by all.

All Are Welcome

Accessibility and Inclusion

If your camper requires an accommodation, please email summercamp@thf.org.

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