Curator Club
Saturday Morning and Summer Camps
“Saturday mornings at Curator Club were always a highlight of my child’s week.”
- Curator Club Parent
Grades 3, 4, 5
Curator Club provides educational science enrichment on a variety of topics in a fun learning environment. Curator Club members receive a membership card for free admission to The Oakes Museum of Natural History, a Curator Club t-shirt, and a certificate to bring a friend to a Curator Club.
Saturday - 9:15 AM - 11:30 AM
January 11th: Gross Me out! Uncover the science behind nasty, gross and disgusting!
January 25th: Fungus Amongus! Explore the amazing world of fungi!
February 8th: Where do they go in Winter? Find out how animals survive during the cold winter months.
February 22nd: Forces of Nature! Find out how volcanoes, earthquakes and other natural phenomenon shape our world.
March 15th: Winged Wonders! Explore the wonderful world of Butterflies and moths!
March 29th: Carnivorous Plants and Herbal Allys. Learn about different types of plants, how they defend themselves, and how some can be used in healing.
Price - $20/student/Saturday
Or register for all 6 Saturdays and only pay $100!
Pregistration and prepayment are required as space is limited.
Summer Camp
Curator Club summer camps run from 9-noon each day.
Before camp care will be available from 8-9:00 a.m. Games, puzzles and crafts will be provided with staff oversight. The cost for before camp is an additional $25/week.
June 16-20
Explore It Camp
Each day we will investigate a different topic, ranging from fossils to the sun to following a raindrop on its path across campus. Just us as we Explore It!
June 23-27 or July 21-25
Animals Camp
Using the museum and the surrounding natural world, each day campers will learn about a different animal group (invertebrates, fish, reptiles/amphibians, birds and mammals).
Price - $150/camper/week
Make an Online Payment
We accept Visa, MasterCard, and American Express.
Checks may be mailed to:
The Oakes Museum of Natural History
Messiah University
One University Avenue
Mechanicsburg, Pa 17055
Attn: Curator Club
The Oakes Museum of Natural History reserves the right to cancel any program or change any program, in order to comply with local, state, and federal guidelines and recommendations. All prepaid participants will receive a full refund. In case of inclement weather, please call 717-691-6082 for information regarding cancellations or delays.
Need-based scholarships are available. For more information contact us at curatorsclub@messiah.edu
What to Bring
- Labeled Water bottle (if needed)
- No crocs or flipflops for water or hiking activities
- Sunscreen (if needed)
- Dress for the weather as we may be outside
Curator Club Mission Statement
Fulfilling part of the Oakes Museum mission, the Curator Club is a multifaceted science enrichment program for community children, grades 3 to 8. The program provides scientifically-based, hands-on learning experience for the participants, challenging them to explore and question their world.
