National Inventors Hall of Fame education programs

National Inventors Hall of Fame education programs include Camp Invention, Club Invention, Leaders-in-Training, a Volunteer program, and an Afterschool program. Camp Invention is a summer day camp with hands-on STEM adventures led by qualified local educators, Club Invention is an afterschool STEM education program, Leaders-in-Training lets middle schoolers help lead campers in grades K-6, and the Afterschool program explores a range of subjects and includes critical thinking. Camp Invention is offered for $285 per week, and Leaders-in-Training is offered for $185 per week.

Programs

• Camp Invention — Curious kids entering grades K-6 · $285 per week · A summer day camp filled with fun, hands-on STEM adventures led by qualified local educators.
• Club Invention — Creative kids entering grades 1-6 · An innovative STEM education program that turns Camp Invention summer program into an engaging afterschool experience.
• Leaders-in-Training — Future leaders in grades 7-9 · $185 per week · An opportunity for middle schoolers to participate in Camp Invention by leading campers in grades K-6.
• Volunteer program — High school and college · Offers rewarding mentorship experiences at Camp Invention.
• Afterschool program — Grades 1-6 · Explores a range of subjects and boosts critical thinking.

At a glance

• Ages: 5–15 years old
• Price range: $185–$285 per week
• General schedule: Camp Invention runs in the summer. Club Invention runs throughout the school year. Leaders-in-Training runs in the summer. Volunteer program runs in the summer. Afterschool program runs in intersession.
• Facility hours: Monday-Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. EST; Saturday closed; Sunday closed

About the provider

The program was founded in 1973. Its mission is to inspire emerging creators and entrepreneurs through education programs and to honor the history of innovation through its museum and Hall of Fame Inductees. Qualified local educators lead the STEM experiences in communities across the country, and Camp Invention is described as a nationally recognized summer program.

What families say

“My daughter came home beaming with excitement, eager to share all the amazing things she was learning. It's been beautiful to see her confidence and love for learning blossom.” — Sonia S., Durham, NC

“It was so amazing to see how quiet our son was before the camp and now he wants to try everything and be more involved with friends.” — Katie J., West Lafayette, OH

“My daughter loves this camp. She was so excited to bring her inventions home and teach her little brother about everything she learned. We are already signing up for next year.” — Heather D., Westminster, MD

Last updated August 20, 2026.