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Georgetown Summer 2012 History Weeks
Dumbarton House, 2715 Q St NW, Washington, DC | Get Directions »
$175.00
Georgetown's Summer History Weeks at Dumbarton House and its historic neighbor Tudor Place offer a fun approach to American history. Children help cook and sample snacks and drinks of times past, try on period clothing, experience the historic garden, plant their own garden, play historic games, paint watercolor landscapes, go on an archaeological expedition and much more! The week ends with an early American "parlor party" that children host for
family and friends. Snack provided. Children bring bagged lunch for the full day camps. Before and after care available.
Each camp week ends with an early American "parlor party" that children host for family and friends. Snack
provided. Children bring bagged lunch for the full day camps. Before and after
care available.
This year, ALL FOUR CAMPS ARE FOR CHILDREN AGES 4 to 10.
ENROLLMENT IS OPEN
FOR 2012! 2011 programs filled early, so please don't delay. Registration is through our neighboring museum partner Tudor Place.
Dumbarton Detectives
AT Dumbarton House, Ages 4-10
June 18-22 | 9am - 12pm
Children will spend the week searching for clues to learn about early American history. The program features exciting interactive activities and hands-on projects. Children will have the opportunity to try on period clothing,
sample period food, play period games, and create a garden!
Federal Food, Fashion, and Fun
AT Dumbarton House, Ages 4-10
June 25-29 | 9am - 12pm
Children will experience life as it was lived in Georgetown households 200 years ago, when our nation's capital was founded. Participants will prepare historic snacks, perform early American and African-American dances, make music, paint with watercolors, try on period clothing, practice Federal manners, play with historic games and toys, and more!
Tudor Time Travelers
AT Tudor Place, Ages 4-10
July 30 to August 3 | 9am - 12pm
This program introduces children to the spectacular natural environment and history of Tudor Place. In the historic gardens and rooms children are transported into the magical world of the past. Hands on activities include scavenger hunts, arts and crafts, historic games, dancing,
gardening, and cooking. The week will end with an early American Tea Party hosted by the campers for their families.
Tudor Explorers
AT Tudor Place, Ages 4-10
August 6-10 | 9am - 12pm
Explore hidden treasures at Tudor
Place! As Explorers children uncover historic objects in an archaeological dig, create a sensational garden, construct buildings and landscapes, play historic games, and more!
Fees
Half Day $175 Members | $190 Nonmembers
$10 discount if registering for two weeks
$10 discount if registering more than one child
$10 discount if registering before April 1, 2012.
Before and after care is available (8-9 am and/or noon-1 pm).
For More Information about Dumbarton House camps, please contact:
Kanani Hoopai
Programs@DumbartonHouse.org
202-337-2288 x225
Event Details
| Where | Dumbarton House 2715 Q St NW, Washington, DC 20007 |
| Next on | This event is over. |
| Time | 9:00 am–12:00 pm |
| Website | http://dumbartonhouse.org/calendar.htm |
| Phone | 202-337-2288 |
| Price | $175-$190 |
| Tickets | Buy Tickets |
More About Dumbarton House
Built around 1800, Dumbarton House is a prime example of Federal Period architecture in the United States. This was the house of Joseph Nourse, who was the first register of the U.S. Treasury, and his wife Maria between 1804 and 1813. Charles Carroll was the next owner and a cousin of the signer of the Declaration of Independence. The property was purchased in 1928 by the National Society of The Colonial Dames of America.
After undergoing a restoration, the house was made into a museum that is open to the public. Visitors can view the Federal Period architecture, decorative arts, furniture and a view of Georgetown during the nation's earliest days. The house is accredited by the American Association of Museums.
