There are many things for kids to do during the summer months. Camps are a popular way to add variety and interest to your child’s summer vacation. If your children enjoy family history, why not see if there is a family history camp or event happening in your area? I looked around and found a few camps and events in various places. A good place to inquire about the availability of similar programs that may be happening in your area is your local genealogical society.
When I looked around in my local area, I found that there is a great event called the Vermont History Expo. While it is not a camp, this weekend event brings history to life at the historic fairgrounds in Tunbridge, VT every other year. Unfortunately I’ll have to wait until next year to go. From what I have read about it, it is a very diverse event with reenactments, theatrical and musical performances, exhibits, workshops, and other interesting activities.
If you live near the Library of Michigan, your kids might enjoy a summer day program that is offered by the Library in conjunction with the Michigan Historical Museum twice more this summer. The “Summer Sizzles” day camp will be in session on July 13-17 and July 27 to 31. At this program, budding genealogists will learn how to use library materials in their family history research and spend time out and about in the community learning interesting things like outhouse archaeology and the history of artifacts.
Later this year, there is a pair of genealogy themed events that the whole family will enjoy. The Federation of Genealogical Societies annual conference takes place in Springfield Illinois from September 7-10. If you have children ages 10-14, don’t leave them at home – enroll them in the free companion program for kids. The Family History Camp takes place at the same hotel as the conference, and has plenty of family history fun for them to enjoy.
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