Seaport Summer Camp: Below the Surface

Date
July 20th
Time
8:00 AM–3:00 PM
Age
Ages 6–11
Cost
$450 per camper; $600 with aftercare; museum-member rate $375 plus $150 for aftercare
Location

Independence Seaport Museum
211 S. Columbus Blvd., Philadelphia, PA 19106 · Directions
Penn's Landing

This weeklong maritime camp puts the museum’s submarine Becuna at center stage. Children will investigate submarines and underwater exploration through special tours, hands-on crafts, museum collections, and other themed activities.

Included during the week

  • A campers-only guided experience aboard the historic ships Olympia and Becuna
  • Scheduled time on the water, weather permitting
  • Collections previews and a visit to the J. Welles Henderson Research Center
  • A tour of the Seaport Boatshop
  • Camper swag

The program is limited to 20 campers. Optional aftercare runs from 3–5:30 p.m. each weekday for an additional fee. The registration deadline is July 14, 2026.

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