You can learn more about these past programs below. Registration for 2026 programs is not open at this time. Stay tuned for the summer 2026 program schedules and registration in early 2026!
Dive into Mount Prospect history this summer with our programs for young historians! Programs are designed for ages 6 (by April 1, 2026) to 11 years old.
- History Camp
- Prairie Kids I & II
- All Things Environmental
- If You Lived…
- Art Fusion: Creativity on Campus
Young historians ages 12+ can apply to become a Junior Camp Counselor. More information and the application will be posted in early 2026.
History Camp
Historians-in-Training will explore different aspects of local history on the Historical Society campus and at various community locations through activities, walking field trips, and special guests. Each unique session of History Camp will combine favorite activities from past sessions with new activities that teach campers about different topics in local history. Programming varies from prior years as well, so repeat campers are welcome!
Session 1: June 8 – 12, 2026
Session 2: July 6 – 10, 2026
Prairie Kid I & II
Come explore life in the late 1800s as a prairie kid. Try old-fashioned chores and games, make a yarn kid, sample homemade lemonade and a no-bake snack, learn sewing skills, and plant vegetables. Each session is unique, so register for one or both!
Prairie Kid I: Tuesday, July 14, 10am – 12pm
Prairie Kid II: Tuesday, July 14, 1pm – 3pm
If You Lived…Celebrate America’s 250th!
Calling all young explorers! The U.S. is turning 250 years old, and we’re having a party. But before the cake, grab your tricorn hat-we’re heading back to the American Revolutionary War. Learn the code for drummers, send some secret messages, and drink some Liberty Tea. Join us and live history back then.
Thursday, July 16, 10am – 12pm
All Things Environmental: Recycling and Upcycling
Join us as we head out on a nature scavenger hunt, recycling relay race, make a cardboard box oven and cook our snack and an upcycled project. What can we do to help our environment? Bring some ideas to share.
Thursday, July 16, 1pm – 3pm
Art Fusion: Creativity on Campus
Step into our studio where every day is a new century. At Art Fusion Camp, we will explore how artists from around the world — and throughout time — have portrayed animals and people. From prehistoric times, to the elegance of the Renaissance to the bold energy of Modernism, we will dive into hands‑on projects that blend history with imagination.
Campers will paint, draw, sculpt, collage, and design portraits inspired by real people, legendary figures, and even their future selves.
August 3 – 7, 2026
