CC2
Saturdays and Summer Camps
CC2 provides educational science enrichment on a variety of topics in a fun learning environment. Members receive a membership card for free admission to The Oakes Museum of Natural History, a CC2 t-shirt, and a certificate bring a friend to CC2.
Grades 6, 7, 8
CC2 - 12:15-2:30
January 25th: Fungus Amongus — Explore the amazing world of Fungi and learn how to ID different species of fungi and explore them closer under a dissecting microscope.
February 22nd: Forces of Nature — Find out how volcanoes, earthquakes and other natural phenomenon shape our world. Students will also learn how to track and map storms.
March 29th: Plants: Carnivorous Plants and Herbal Allys. Learn about different types of plants, how they defend themselves, and how some can be used in healing.
Price - $25 per individual/activity
Summer Camp
CC2 summer camp runs 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 camps is an additional $25/week.
July 7-11 - Ecology Camp
The world is complex! Learn about the interactions between different life forms and their environments with hands-on observations and experiments in the museum and the living laboratory of campus.
Price - $150
Make an Online Payment
Pre-registration and pre-payment is required as space is limited.
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: CC2
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
- Closed-toe shoes for the dissection class.
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.