Summer Camps

 

Summer Kids Camp: History, Archaeology, and Restoration

July 15-19

Discover the Archaeology, History and Restoration at Thomas Jefferson's Poplar Forest

Have you ever wondered how we know what we know about the past?  Join us at Thomas Jefferson’s Poplar Forest to examine the evidence of the past, discovering through documents and artifacts how the octagonal retreat home was built and the grounds laid out.  Join our team of junior archaeologists as we map out dig sites, sift, wash and catalogue artifacts, and interpret our findings.  Take part in the historical restoration process by making and laying bricks, creating mortar, and plastering walls using the same materials and methods craftsmen used two hundred years ago. This summer, don’t just read about history, live it during this unique, hands-on history camp!

Dates for the Poplar Forest Summer Field Camp for Students: July 15-19, 2012
On the grounds of Poplar Forest
For rising 4th and 5th graders
8:00 a.m. - Noon
Tuition $175.00
Parents drop off and pick up at Poplar Forest
Drop Off Time: 7:45 a.m.
Pick Up Time: Noon
Minimum: 10; Maximum: 15

For more information and registration, call the Education Department at Poplar Forest, 434-534-8108 or
e-mail: octavia@poplarforest.org

 

Summer Kids Camp: Architecture

July 29 – August 2

Discover the Excitement of Architecture at Thomas Jefferson's Poplar Forest

The goal of this program is to introduce kids to the fundamental aspects of architectural design. What is architectural style? What is the style of Thomas Jefferson’s architecture? What are the characteristics that make Poplar Forest different? Students will learn some of the special language of architecture and the basic elements of architectural design: the floor plan, the section, and the elevation. Over the course of the week students will design their own private retreat, resulting in a portfolio of their design drawings.

Dates for the Poplar Forest Architecture Camp for Students: July 29 – August 2
On the grounds of Poplar Forest 
For risingAges:  Rising 5 and 6  Graders
9:00 a.m. - Noon 
Tuition $175.00 
Parents drop off and pick up at Poplar Forest 
Drop Off Time: 8:45 a.m. 
Pick Up Time: Noon 
Minimum: 8; Maximum: 12

For more information and registration, call the Architecrural Restoration Department at Poplar Forest, 434-534-8123 or 
e-mail: travis@poplarforest.org

 

 

Reservations are still available for both camps!

Summer Kids Camp: History, Archaeology, and Restoration

Contact Octavia Starbuck at ocatvia@poplarforest.org or 434-534-8108 for more information.

Summer Kids Camp: Architecture

Contact Travis McDonald at travis@poplarforest.org or 434-534-8123 for more information.


“Thank you for helping us make bricks.  I like making things with my hands, so that was a lot of fun.  Thank you for telling us about Poplar Forest.”

Alexa
A Camp Attendee