The Heritage Museum of Northwest Florida will host two summer camp sessions in July, offering local children hands-on experiences ranging from historical crafts to nature exploration.
- The first session, “Heritage Days,” runs July 7-11 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. and focuses on what life was like for children in the 1920s and 1930s. Activities include making corn husk dolls, weaving, candle making and old-time games. This session is designed for children in kindergarten through fifth grade.
The second session runs July 14-18 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. and covers various topics throughout the week. This session serves children in third through sixth grades.
- July 14 focuses on native plants and butterflies.
- July 15 features UWF Panhandle Archaeology.
- July 16 highlights local creek critters and boggy buddies through the Choctawhatchee Basin Alliance.
- July 17 covers reptiles and amphibians with Jackson Guard.
- July 18 concludes with a boggy history ice cream social.
Both camps will be held at the museum located at 115 Westview Ave. in Valparaiso. Camp directors Karen Davis Cadenhead and Deborah Hudson Edgar will oversee the programs.
The cost is $85 for non-members and $80 for museum members. Snacks and water are provided, but campers must bring their own lunch each day.
Registration is required by calling 850-678-2615. Spaces are limited for both sessions.
