Hands on History Camp

Sunday, July 17, 2011 - Saturday, August 06, 2011

The Montana Heritage Commission will sponsor a Residential History Camp this summer. The camp will include a variety of learning experiences for young people, including a personal history research project, history and stories from the Alder Gulch area, and some fun hands-on living history projects.

Instructors for the camp will include Montana Heritage Commission staff at Virginia City, Montana Historical Society staff, Living History demonstrators and school teachers.

The fee for the camp includes five nights lodging, all meals and snacks, all activities, supplies and instruction. The fee also includes a ride on the train and a ticket to a performance at the Opera House.

Scholarships are also available--refer to Registration Form for information on how to apply. To receive a brochure and registration form by mail, please contact Bill Peterson at mhc@mt.gov or call (406) 843-5247.

Camp for ages: 11-13 is July 17 - 23

Camp for ages: 14-16 is July 31 - August 6