Summer Camp Field Trips:
Programs offered June 16 through August 20, 2025
For Pre-K through grade 8
Food of the Gods: Chocolate in Mesoamerica
Long before people began making and consuming solid chocolate, Mesoamerican civilizations utilized cocoa beans in several unique ways. Discover the origins of chocolate and the important role chocolate played in ancient Maya and Aztec societies. Try a chocolate drink similar to one the ancient Maya enjoyed and see what you can “buy” with a pod of cocoa beans. Plus, every participant will make a Mesoamerican inspired chocolate treat to take home and enjoy!
Cost per camper: $17
One free chaperone with every 5 campers
Additional adults: $17
The program will last about an hour and the scavenger hunt takes about 45-60 minutes, so please plan on at least 90 minutes to 2 hours for the full experience.
Space is limited; make your reservations early!
Register online here.
Questions? Please call 717.520.5588 or email [email protected].
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NEW: Virtual and Outreach Programs Now Available!
Your group can’t take field trips?
No problem – we’ll come to you in person or through Zoom!
Outreach
A museum educator will come to your camp to share the program.
This program lasts about an hour.
Cost: $250 for up to 25 campers, additional programs on the same day would be $200.
Virtual
A museum educator will present via an electronic format such as Zoom. If this is your preferred format, we will give you options regarding the chocolate elements of the presentation.
This program lasts about 45 minutes.
Cost: $99 for up to 25 campers
