Kids STEAM Camp-in: Dinosaur Detectives

MOSI is hosting a kids' camp-in called Dinosaur Detectives on Saturday, May 1, 2027. It's a sleepover at the museum, so the whole thing runs from 7 PM on Saturday through 9 AM on Sunday, May 2. The program is recommended for children in K-6th grade.

The theme is exactly what it sounds like: kids step into the shoes of paleontologists and journey back to the Jurassic Era. They'll spend their time studying prehistoric life and examining rock samples, so it's a hands-on way to get into how paleontology actually works rather than just looking at exhibits from behind a rope. Since it's a camp-in, they'll be spending the night right there at the museum, which is usually the part kids remember most.

It's a STEAM-focused program, so the dinosaur stuff is the hook for a night of science and exploration. If you've got a kid in that K-6 range who's into dinosaurs, this is one of those rare chances for them to spend a whole night surrounded by the things they're obsessed with.

Registration closes on Thursday, April 22, 2027, so you'll want to get your spot sorted well before the actual date. Pricing is $48 per scout and $36 per adult, and if you're a MOSI member, that drops to $40 per scout and $30 per adult. The whole thing kicks off at 7 PM on Saturday and wraps up by 9 AM on Sunday morning.