Are you looking for the perfect history or social studies camp? Here’s our list of venues that offer history and social studies themed summer camps across Upstate, SC. You’re sure to find the perfect camp for your child on this list!
For a complete list of summer camps in the Upstate, see our Ultimate Guide to Summer Camps near Greenville, SC.
SPONSORED 864.299.1522 ext. 1242 | 245 Cavalier Dr, Greenville, SC
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2025 camps will begin May 28!
Dive into an unforgettable summer adventure at Christ Church Episcopal School’s award-winning day camps in Greenville, SC. Summer Encounters hosts a comprehensive, diverse, and exciting collection of summer camps that provide meaningful opportunities for any child in grades (rising) K4 to 12.
With over 250 camps, Summer Encounters offers something for to spark everyone’s curiosity including thrilling outdoor games, athletics, arts and crafts, cooking, coding, service learning, science and technology, and so much more! Morning and afternoon sessions plus extended stay options means you can find the perfect fit for you and your child.
Summer Encounters Camps would be honored to invite your family to join us for an exciting summer of new discoveries, friendships, and lasting memories. Registration is open now and camps fill up fast. If you have questions or need assistance in any way, please contact Beth Campbell at campbellb@cces.org or 864.299.1522.
SPONSORED 864.355.8900 | 402 Roper Mountain Road, Greenville, SC
We’re excited to host another great summer at Roper Mountain Science Center, the home to more than 100 week-long half- and full-day camps for children in completed grades K4 through 9. Our hands-on activity-based educational Summer Explorations Camps mix a wide variety of fun in a wide range of topics. With selections of old favorites and new offerings from art to animals, pop culture to physics, lots and lots of Legos, and, of course, science for all ages, there is truly something for everyone at Roper Mountain. Come join us for a fun-filled adventure this summer.
Visit www.ropermountain.org for the 2025 Summer Explorations camp guide and registration details. Feel free to contact Lisa Phillips at liphilli@greenville.k12.sc.us or 864-355-8925 with any questions about our summer camp programming.
Members only early online registration is Tuesday March 11, and general registration begins Thursday March 13.
M&G Kids Create! Summer Art Day Camp
Elements of Art
For first-time kindergartners (turning 5 years old by September 1, 2025)
Introduce your little one to art and creativity through M&G’s specially designed kindergarten camp focused on the Elements of Art—with a hint of the ancient. Your beginner will enjoy multiple art projects, age-appropriate lessons, interactive games, and snacks while learning about line, shape, color, and texture.
Exploring the Ancient
For rising 1st—6th grade (ages 6-12)
The Pyramids of Giza, Homer’s Odyssey, and paper—these were all invented centuries before the birth of Christ! Travel back in time as we learn about the unique customs, symbols, and artforms of four fascinating ancient civilizations: Egypt, China, Greece, and Rome! We’ll uncover mosaics, paintings, and ceramics highlighting each civilization; then we’ll create our own artwork inspired by these ancient cultures that helped shape our modern world.
Dates: June 2-6, June 9-13, and June 16-20 from 9:30AM – Noon
Fee: Museum Members: $95 | Non-Members: $99
An Excavator’s Adventure
For 6th-8th grade (ages 12-14)
Middle school artisans will uncover the fascinating finds about everyday life, fashion, beliefs, and funerary customs of ancient Egypt. In addition to creating a signature cartouche with hieroglyphs, campers will use a variety of art media to transform their own portrait image into an ancient Egyptian wall painting.
Dates: June 9-13 and June 16-20 from 9:30AM – Noon
Fee: $125
Register at https://museumandgallery.org/kids-create/
SPONSORED 864.877.7746 | 390 Westmoreland Road, Greer, SC
This year Kids ‘R’ Kids is your mode of transportation for FUN!
Summer camp Wanderlost will transport children to all corners of the world, landing with a new theme each week. We’ll take every week to new lands. Exploring everything from culture to zoology from around the globe. Big adventures, innovation, imagination and great new friends – Kids ‘R’ Kids is your passport to the WORLD!
Learning and fun go hand in hand this summer at EDUcamp Jr. and Jr. Bruins Sports Camps at Bob Jones University.
Your elementary and middle school kids will explore a different imaginative adventure each week as they make new friends and develop creative skills in a Christian environment.
Some highlights:
There are 19 exciting EDUcamp Jr. programs in all, plus 13 Jr. Bruins Sports Camps, led by experienced coaches, that focus on developing skills and sportsmanship while having fun.
Your child is sure to have an awesome experience at EDUcamp Jr. and Jr. Bruins Sports Camps. The adventure begins the week of May 19.
Take advantage of our early bird special. Get $25 off any camp if you register by April 1.
Input Code: KiddingGville, 10% off all camps! Expires on July 29th.
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864.898.2936 | 138 Hagood Mill Road, Pickens, SC
Education and Field Trips: Hagood Mill offers tours of the 176-year-old mill, the Hagood Creek Petroglyph Site, blacksmith shop, and moonshine still. Children may watch demonstrations by local artisans, participate in hands-on activities, and experience workshops. There are several field trip options including one-day or multi-day trips, traveling field trip shows, and virtual field trips.
Summer Camp Offers: Camp Hagood will fun from June 11th – 13th, 2025.
Ages 3rd grade – 9th grade are welcome
There will be outdoor adventures, storytelling, craft demonstrations, arts, music camps and more.
864-656-2314 | 2045 Barre Hall, Clemson, SC
Wanna have your child ‘try on’ Clemson for a week this summer? Give them a sneak peek at college life. Check out Summer Scholars!
Offers: Week-long course in a field of interest with a university instructor. Current Clemson students serve as mentors who guide Scholars through the week.
AGE: Rising 7th – 12th grade