Builder Buddies
2026-06-01 13:00 - 15:00 (America/Chicago) | Hastings Museum
Builder Buddies

June 1-5
1 pm-3 pm
Grade K
Class Min/Max: (10/20)
Instructor: Raksha Shrestha

Welcome to the world of blocks! In this class, campers will explore a blocky world in a creative and experimental environment. From creating our own blocky character to making a lantern, bring out your creativeness as you build a world of your own.

Don’t miss out. Register early to secure your child’s spot in our popular Summer Fun classes! Museum members can sign up starting February 17, and non-members can register beginning March 17.
Classes are $60 for members and $70 for non-members. There is also an application available for our Ashley Kulwicki Scholarship to help cover class fees.
Registration can be completed in person, online with the link below, or over the phone. Please remember to register for each class individually and submit a health form for each child!

REGISTER FOR THE CLASSFILL OUT THE HEALTH FORMlearn about summer funAPPLY FOR THE SCHOLARSHIP
Each year in June and July, the Hastings Museum hosts a selection of classes for kids that focus on art, history, and science!
From first-time museum explorers to returning campers, our summer classes provide a welcoming environment where kids can learn, connect with others, and enjoy a fun and enriching summer experience at the Hastings Museum.
Learn more about Summer Fun details and class offerings here!
Still have questions? Visit us in person at 1330 N Burlington Ave, Hastings, NE or give us a call at (402)-461-2399.
IMPORTANT REMINDERS:

Each child is required to complete an online health form. Registration is not considered complete until both the class registration and health form have been submitted. If you are enrolling multiple children, a separate health form is required for each child. However, if your child is attending more than one class, you only need to submit the health form once per child.

Fill out the Health Form here! Register for classes online here!

We offer the Ashley Kulwicki Scholarship to help students participate in the Hastings Museum’s Summer Fun program. This scholarship covers 100% of the class fee for eligible students. To qualify, students must be enrolled in the Free and Reduced Lunch Program. Funds are limited, and only one scholarship per student is available so we encourage families to apply early.

Apply for the Summer Fun scholarship here!

Grade levels refer to the grade your child will enter in the Fall of 2026. Your child must be 4 years old by the first day of camp for classes marked age 4 & 5. Children must be fully bathroom independent (potty trained) to do our 4 & 5 year old camps.

Sign-up deadline for each class is 7 days prior to the first day of class. In order to provide adequate supplies for each class, deadlines are firm. Fees are due at time of enrollment and are refundable up to 7 days prior to the first day of class.

Registrants and participants permit the taking of photos and videos of themselves and their children during Hastings Museum activities for publication and use as the Museum deems necessary.

Minimum and maximum number of participants for each class are in parentheses after the date and time. Example: (10/20) We must hit our minimum in order to hold the class.

Mess-terpieces
2026-06-01 13:00 - 15:00
Mess-terpieces

June 1-5
1 pm-3 pm
Grades 1-2
Class Min/Max: (10/20)
Instructor: Katie Karr

Get ready for a colorful week packed with creativity and hands-on art! Campers will explore the color wheel, create their own version of Starry Night, design a noodle mosaic, and dive into other exciting art projects. Each day encourages imagination, experimentation, and artistic expression as young artists try new materials and techniques.
Note: Although we will do our best to contain the mess, please be aware we will be working with materials that may not wash out of clothing well.

Don’t miss out. Register early to secure your child’s spot in our popular Summer Fun classes! Museum members can sign up starting February 17, and non-members can register beginning March 17.
Classes are $60 for members and $70 for non-members. There is also an application available for our Ashley Kulwicki Scholarship to help cover class fees.
Registration can be completed in person, online with the link below, or over the phone. Please remember to register for each class individually and submit a health form for each child!

REGISTER FOR THE CLASSFILL OUT THE HEALTH FORMlearn about summer funAPPLY FOR THE SCHOLARSHIP
Each year in June and July, the Hastings Museum hosts a selection of classes for kids that focus on art, history, and science!
From first-time museum explorers to returning campers, our summer classes provide a welcoming environment where kids can learn, connect with others, and enjoy a fun and enriching summer experience at the Hastings Museum.
Learn more about Summer Fun details and class offerings here!
Still have questions? Visit us in person at 1330 N Burlington Ave, Hastings, NE or give us a call at (402)-461-2399.
IMPORTANT REMINDERS:

Each child is required to complete an online health form. Registration is not considered complete until both the class registration and health form have been submitted. If you are enrolling multiple children, a separate health form is required for each child. However, if your child is attending more than one class, you only need to submit the health form once per child.

Fill out the Health Form here! Register for classes online here!

We offer the Ashley Kulwicki Scholarship to help students participate in the Hastings Museum’s Summer Fun program. This scholarship covers 100% of the class fee for eligible students. To qualify, students must be enrolled in the Free and Reduced Lunch Program. Funds are limited, and only one scholarship per student is available so we encourage families to apply early.

Apply for the Summer Fun scholarship here!

Grade levels refer to the grade your child will enter in the Fall of 2026. Your child must be 4 years old by the first day of camp for classes marked age 4 & 5. Children must be fully bathroom independent (potty trained) to do our 4 & 5 year old camps.

Sign-up deadline for each class is 7 days prior to the first day of class. In order to provide adequate supplies for each class, deadlines are firm. Fees are due at time of enrollment and are refundable up to 7 days prior to the first day of class.

Registrants and participants permit the taking of photos and videos of themselves and their children during Hastings Museum activities for publication and use as the Museum deems necessary.

Minimum and maximum number of participants for each class are in parentheses after the date and time. Example: (10/20) We must hit our minimum in order to hold the class.

The Super Pollinators
2026-06-08 10:00 - 12:00
The Super Pollinators

June 8-12
10 am-12 pm
Ages 4-5
Class Min/Max: (8/15)
Instructor: Emma Gassiot

Come fly with nature’s tiny superheroes! Buzz with bees and flutter with butterflies as these winged helpers race from flower to flower, doing their magic to keep our world blooming. With colorful crafts, playful games, and outdoor adventures, explore the exciting world of pollinators and discover how they help plants grow. Along the way, learn simple ways to help keep our Earth happy and healthy.

Don’t miss out. Register early to secure your child’s spot in our popular Summer Fun classes! Museum members can sign up starting February 17, and non-members can register beginning March 17.
Classes are $60 for members and $70 for non-members. There is also an application available for our Ashley Kulwicki Scholarship to help cover class fees.
Registration can be completed in person, online with the link below, or over the phone. Please remember to register for each class individually and submit a health form for each child!

REGISTER FOR THE CLASSFILL OUT THE HEALTH FORMlearn about summer funAPPLY FOR THE SCHOLARSHIP
Each year in June and July, the Hastings Museum hosts a selection of classes for kids that focus on art, history, and science!
From first-time museum explorers to returning campers, our summer classes provide a welcoming environment where kids can learn, connect with others, and enjoy a fun and enriching summer experience at the Hastings Museum.
Learn more about Summer Fun details and class offerings here!
Still have questions? Visit us in person at 1330 N Burlington Ave, Hastings, NE or give us a call at (402)-461-2399.
IMPORTANT REMINDERS:

Each child is required to complete an online health form. Registration is not considered complete until both the class registration and health form have been submitted. If you are enrolling multiple children, a separate health form is required for each child. However, if your child is attending more than one class, you only need to submit the health form once per child.

Fill out the Health Form here! Register for classes online here!

We offer the Ashley Kulwicki Scholarship to help students participate in the Hastings Museum’s Summer Fun program. This scholarship covers 100% of the class fee for eligible students. To qualify, students must be enrolled in the Free and Reduced Lunch Program. Funds are limited, and only one scholarship per student is available so we encourage families to apply early.

Apply for the Summer Fun scholarship here!

Grade levels refer to the grade your child will enter in the Fall of 2026. Your child must be 4 years old by the first day of camp for classes marked age 4 & 5. Children must be fully bathroom independent (potty trained) to do our 4 & 5 year old camps.

Sign-up deadline for each class is 7 days prior to the first day of class. In order to provide adequate supplies for each class, deadlines are firm. Fees are due at time of enrollment and are refundable up to 7 days prior to the first day of class.

Registrants and participants permit the taking of photos and videos of themselves and their children during Hastings Museum activities for publication and use as the Museum deems necessary.

Minimum and maximum number of participants for each class are in parentheses after the date and time. Example: (10/20) We must hit our minimum in order to hold the class.

Bookworm Adventures
2026-06-08 13:00 - 15:00
Bookworm Adventures

June 8-12
1 pm-3 pm
Grades K-1
Class Min/Max: (10/20)
Instructor: Katie Karr

Calling all junior bookworms and crafty creators! Dive into a story-filled adventure where books come to life! Build a sea creature as big as YOU after reading I’m the Biggest Thing in the Ocean, turn your imagination loose with an art masterpiece inspired by I Am Not Just a Scribble, and create a silly sock monster after reading Monsters Don’t Eat Broccoli. Every day brings a brand-new book, hands-on crafts, and tons of creative fun. Get ready to read, imagine, and make something amazing!

Don’t miss out. Register early to secure your child’s spot in our popular Summer Fun classes! Museum members can sign up starting February 17, and non-members can register beginning March 17.
Classes are $60 for members and $70 for non-members. There is also an application available for our Ashley Kulwicki Scholarship to help cover class fees.
Registration can be completed in person, online with the link below, or over the phone. Please remember to register for each class individually and submit a health form for each child!

REGISTER FOR THE CLASSFILL OUT THE HEALTH FORMlearn about summer funAPPLY FOR THE SCHOLARSHIP
Each year in June and July, the Hastings Museum hosts a selection of classes for kids that focus on art, history, and science!
From first-time museum explorers to returning campers, our summer classes provide a welcoming environment where kids can learn, connect with others, and enjoy a fun and enriching summer experience at the Hastings Museum.
Learn more about Summer Fun details and class offerings here!
Still have questions? Visit us in person at 1330 N Burlington Ave, Hastings, NE or give us a call at (402)-461-2399.
IMPORTANT REMINDERS:

Each child is required to complete an online health form. Registration is not considered complete until both the class registration and health form have been submitted. If you are enrolling multiple children, a separate health form is required for each child. However, if your child is attending more than one class, you only need to submit the health form once per child.

Fill out the Health Form here! Register for classes online here!

We offer the Ashley Kulwicki Scholarship to help students participate in the Hastings Museum’s Summer Fun program. This scholarship covers 100% of the class fee for eligible students. To qualify, students must be enrolled in the Free and Reduced Lunch Program. Funds are limited, and only one scholarship per student is available so we encourage families to apply early.

Apply for the Summer Fun scholarship here!

Grade levels refer to the grade your child will enter in the Fall of 2026. Your child must be 4 years old by the first day of camp for classes marked age 4 & 5. Children must be fully bathroom independent (potty trained) to do our 4 & 5 year old camps.

Sign-up deadline for each class is 7 days prior to the first day of class. In order to provide adequate supplies for each class, deadlines are firm. Fees are due at time of enrollment and are refundable up to 7 days prior to the first day of class.

Registrants and participants permit the taking of photos and videos of themselves and their children during Hastings Museum activities for publication and use as the Museum deems necessary.

Minimum and maximum number of participants for each class are in parentheses after the date and time. Example: (10/20) We must hit our minimum in order to hold the class.

Clue Crackers
2026-06-09 13:00 - 16:00
Clue Crackers

June 9-11
1 pm-4 pm
Grades 3-6
Class Min/Max: (10/20)
Instructor: Raksha Shrestha

A crime has been committed at the Hastings Museum! We need some talented detectives to come help solve the case. Join your fellow detectives to learn what it takes to become a crime-solver with an actual police officer. Break out of the museum and track down the culprit using the clues you find.

Don’t miss out. Register early to secure your child’s spot in our popular Summer Fun classes! Museum members can sign up starting February 17, and non-members can register beginning March 17.
Classes are $60 for members and $70 for non-members. There is also an application available for our Ashley Kulwicki Scholarship to help cover class fees.
Registration can be completed in person, online with the link below, or over the phone. Please remember to register for each class individually and submit a health form for each child!

REGISTER FOR THE CLASSFILL OUT THE HEALTH FORMlearn about summer funAPPLY FOR THE SCHOLARSHIP
Each year in June and July, the Hastings Museum hosts a selection of classes for kids that focus on art, history, and science!
From first-time museum explorers to returning campers, our summer classes provide a welcoming environment where kids can learn, connect with others, and enjoy a fun and enriching summer experience at the Hastings Museum.
Learn more about Summer Fun details and class offerings here!
Still have questions? Visit us in person at 1330 N Burlington Ave, Hastings, NE or give us a call at (402)-461-2399.
IMPORTANT REMINDERS:

Each child is required to complete an online health form. Registration is not considered complete until both the class registration and health form have been submitted. If you are enrolling multiple children, a separate health form is required for each child. However, if your child is attending more than one class, you only need to submit the health form once per child.

Fill out the Health Form here! Register for classes online here!

We offer the Ashley Kulwicki Scholarship to help students participate in the Hastings Museum’s Summer Fun program. This scholarship covers 100% of the class fee for eligible students. To qualify, students must be enrolled in the Free and Reduced Lunch Program. Funds are limited, and only one scholarship per student is available so we encourage families to apply early.

Apply for the Summer Fun scholarship here!

Grade levels refer to the grade your child will enter in the Fall of 2026. Your child must be 4 years old by the first day of camp for classes marked age 4 & 5. Children must be fully bathroom independent (potty trained) to do our 4 & 5 year old camps.

Sign-up deadline for each class is 7 days prior to the first day of class. In order to provide adequate supplies for each class, deadlines are firm. Fees are due at time of enrollment and are refundable up to 7 days prior to the first day of class.

Registrants and participants permit the taking of photos and videos of themselves and their children during Hastings Museum activities for publication and use as the Museum deems necessary.

Minimum and maximum number of participants for each class are in parentheses after the date and time. Example: (10/20) We must hit our minimum in order to hold the class.

NAD Bus Tour
2026-06-12 08:30 - 10:30
When: Friday, June 12
When: Tour starts 8:30 a.m.
Where: Tour begins and ends at the Hastings Museum
Price: $40 +tax for Museum Members | $60 +tax for Non-Members
Learn about World War II in Hastings! Join us for a 2-hour bus tour that highlights the Naval Ammunition Depot (NAD), downtown Hastings, and key housing districts.
The tour ticket also includes all-day admission to the Museum, and Theatre admission to D-Day: Normandy 1944, narrated by Tom Brokaw (trailer below). Get a sense of what it was like to live in Hastings during one of its boom periods. The city’s population nearly doubled between 1942 and 1943. Where did they live and work? Come find out!

Summer 2026 tours are on June 12, 13 & 14. Limited seats available. Tickets go on sale March 11!
Get Tickets

NAD Bus Tour
2026-06-13 08:30 - 10:30
When: Saturday, June 13
When: Tour starts 8:30 a.m.
Where: Tour begins and ends at the Hastings Museum
Price: $40 +tax for Museum Members | $60 +tax for Non-Members
Learn about World War II in Hastings! Join us for a 2-hour bus tour that highlights the Naval Ammunition Depot (NAD), downtown Hastings, and key housing districts.
The tour ticket also includes all-day admission to the Museum, and Theatre admission to D-Day: Normandy 1944, narrated by Tom Brokaw (trailer below). Get a sense of what it was like to live in Hastings during one of its boom periods. The city’s population nearly doubled between 1942 and 1943. Where did they live and work? Come find out!

Summer 2026 tours are on June 12, 13, and 14. Limited seats available. Tickets go on sale March 11!
Get Tickets

NAD Bus Tour
2026-06-14 13:30 - 15:30
When: Sunday, June 14
When: Tour starts 1:30 p.m.
Where: Tour begins and ends at the Hastings Museum
Price: $40 +tax for Museum Members | $60 +tax for Non-Members
Learn about World War II in Hastings! Join us for a 2-hour bus tour that highlights the Naval Ammunition Depot (NAD), downtown Hastings, and key housing districts.
The tour ticket also includes all-day admission to the Museum, and Theatre admission to D-Day: Normandy 1944, narrated by Tom Brokaw (trailer below). Get a sense of what it was like to live in Hastings during one of its boom periods. The city’s population nearly doubled between 1942 and 1943. Where did they live and work? Come find out!
Summer 2026 tours are on June 12, 13, and 14. Limited seats available. Tickets go on sale March 11!

Get Tickets

Art Explorers: Creating Like the Masters
2026-06-15 13:00 - 15:00
Art Explorers: Creating Like the Masters

June 15-19
1 pm-3 pm
Grade K
Class Min/Max: (10/20)
Instructor: Emma Gassiot

Brushes up…let the masterpieces begin! Watch as bold colors, daring shapes, and iconic art styles leap off the page. Inspired by the masters, artists will experiment with playful techniques, splashy paint, and new ways of using color and shape to turn big ideas into standout artwork. Creative energy, joyful discovery, and hands-on fun build toward a final gallery moment where every masterpiece takes the spotlight.

Don’t miss out. Register early to secure your child’s spot in our popular Summer Fun classes! Museum members can sign up starting February 17, and non-members can register beginning March 17.
Classes are $60 for members and $70 for non-members. There is also an application available for our Ashley Kulwicki Scholarship to help cover class fees.
Registration can be completed in person, online with the link below, or over the phone. Please remember to register for each class individually and submit a health form for each child!

REGISTER FOR THE CLASSFILL OUT THE HEALTH FORMlearn about summer funAPPLY FOR THE SCHOLARSHIP
Each year in June and July, the Hastings Museum hosts a selection of classes for kids that focus on art, history, and science!
From first-time museum explorers to returning campers, our summer classes provide a welcoming environment where kids can learn, connect with others, and enjoy a fun and enriching summer experience at the Hastings Museum.
Learn more about Summer Fun details and class offerings here!
Still have questions? Visit us in person at 1330 N Burlington Ave, Hastings, NE or give us a call at (402)-461-2399.
IMPORTANT REMINDERS:

Each child is required to complete an online health form. Registration is not considered complete until both the class registration and health form have been submitted. If you are enrolling multiple children, a separate health form is required for each child. However, if your child is attending more than one class, you only need to submit the health form once per child.

Fill out the Health Form here! Register for classes online here!

We offer the Ashley Kulwicki Scholarship to help students participate in the Hastings Museum’s Summer Fun program. This scholarship covers 100% of the class fee for eligible students. To qualify, students must be enrolled in the Free and Reduced Lunch Program. Funds are limited, and only one scholarship per student is available so we encourage families to apply early.

Apply for the Summer Fun scholarship here!

Grade levels refer to the grade your child will enter in the Fall of 2026. Your child must be 4 years old by the first day of camp for classes marked age 4 & 5. Children must be fully bathroom independent (potty trained) to do our 4 & 5 year old camps.

Sign-up deadline for each class is 7 days prior to the first day of class. In order to provide adequate supplies for each class, deadlines are firm. Fees are due at time of enrollment and are refundable up to 7 days prior to the first day of class.

Registrants and participants permit the taking of photos and videos of themselves and their children during Hastings Museum activities for publication and use as the Museum deems necessary.

Minimum and maximum number of participants for each class are in parentheses after the date and time. Example: (10/20) We must hit our minimum in order to hold the class.

Scientist Sampler
2026-06-16 09:00 - 16:00
Scientist Sampler

June 16
9 am-4 pm
Grades 2-3
Class Min/Max: (10/20)
Instructor: Katie Karr

Campers will explore how science helps us understand and protect our world—on Earth and beyond! Blast off as astronauts traveling through space, dive deep as marine biologists to explore ocean animals and learn about water pollution. Plus, we will become wildlife scientists as we discover the importance of animal conservation and watch Wildlife Rescue on the super screen.
Note: Snacks will be provided but campers need to bring a lunch.

Don’t miss out. Register early to secure your child’s spot in our popular Summer Fun classes! Museum members can sign up starting February 17, and non-members can register beginning March 17.
Classes are $60 for members and $70 for non-members. There is also an application available for our Ashley Kulwicki Scholarship to help cover class fees.
Registration can be completed in person, online with the link below, or over the phone. Please remember to register for each class individually and submit a health form for each child!

REGISTER FOR THE CLASSFILL OUT THE HEALTH FORMlearn about summer funAPPLY FOR THE SCHOLARSHIP
Each year in June and July, the Hastings Museum hosts a selection of classes for kids that focus on art, history, and science!
From first-time museum explorers to returning campers, our summer classes provide a welcoming environment where kids can learn, connect with others, and enjoy a fun and enriching summer experience at the Hastings Museum.
Learn more about Summer Fun details and class offerings here!
Still have questions? Visit us in person at 1330 N Burlington Ave, Hastings, NE or give us a call at (402)-461-2399.
IMPORTANT REMINDERS:

Each child is required to complete an online health form. Registration is not considered complete until both the class registration and health form have been submitted. If you are enrolling multiple children, a separate health form is required for each child. However, if your child is attending more than one class, you only need to submit the health form once per child.

Fill out the Health Form here! Register for classes online here!

We offer the Ashley Kulwicki Scholarship to help students participate in the Hastings Museum’s Summer Fun program. This scholarship covers 100% of the class fee for eligible students. To qualify, students must be enrolled in the Free and Reduced Lunch Program. Funds are limited, and only one scholarship per student is available so we encourage families to apply early.

Apply for the Summer Fun scholarship here!

Grade levels refer to the grade your child will enter in the Fall of 2026. Your child must be 4 years old by the first day of camp for classes marked age 4 & 5. Children must be fully bathroom independent (potty trained) to do our 4 & 5 year old camps.

Sign-up deadline for each class is 7 days prior to the first day of class. In order to provide adequate supplies for each class, deadlines are firm. Fees are due at time of enrollment and are refundable up to 7 days prior to the first day of class.

Registrants and participants permit the taking of photos and videos of themselves and their children during Hastings Museum activities for publication and use as the Museum deems necessary.

Minimum and maximum number of participants for each class are in parentheses after the date and time. Example: (10/20) We must hit our minimum in order to hold the class.

Balloons in Motion
2026-06-18 09:00 - 16:00
Balloons in Motion

June 18
9 am-4 pm
Grades 4-6
Class Min/Max: (10/20)
Instructor: Raksha Shrestha

Float, drop, push, and pull. Join us for a day of fun as we engineer balloons in different ways to move items around. Test your skills and see how high you can lift your balloon as a hover craft. Blast off to space with balloon power and race with your classmates using balloon powered cars.
Note: Snacks will be provided but campers need to bring a lunch.

Don’t miss out. Register early to secure your child’s spot in our popular Summer Fun classes! Museum members can sign up starting February 17, and non-members can register beginning March 17.
Classes are $60 for members and $70 for non-members. There is also an application available for our Ashley Kulwicki Scholarship to help cover class fees.
Registration can be completed in person, online with the link below, or over the phone. Please remember to register for each class individually and submit a health form for each child!

REGISTER FOR THE CLASSFILL OUT THE HEALTH FORMlearn about summer funAPPLY FOR THE SCHOLARSHIP
Each year in June and July, the Hastings Museum hosts a selection of classes for kids that focus on art, history, and science!
From first-time museum explorers to returning campers, our summer classes provide a welcoming environment where kids can learn, connect with others, and enjoy a fun and enriching summer experience at the Hastings Museum.
Learn more about Summer Fun details and class offerings here!
Still have questions? Visit us in person at 1330 N Burlington Ave, Hastings, NE or give us a call at (402)-461-2399.
IMPORTANT REMINDERS:

Each child is required to complete an online health form. Registration is not considered complete until both the class registration and health form have been submitted. If you are enrolling multiple children, a separate health form is required for each child. However, if your child is attending more than one class, you only need to submit the health form once per child.

Fill out the Health Form here! Register for classes online here!

We offer the Ashley Kulwicki Scholarship to help students participate in the Hastings Museum’s Summer Fun program. This scholarship covers 100% of the class fee for eligible students. To qualify, students must be enrolled in the Free and Reduced Lunch Program. Funds are limited, and only one scholarship per student is available so we encourage families to apply early.

Apply for the Summer Fun scholarship here!

Grade levels refer to the grade your child will enter in the Fall of 2026. Your child must be 4 years old by the first day of camp for classes marked age 4 & 5. Children must be fully bathroom independent (potty trained) to do our 4 & 5 year old camps.

Sign-up deadline for each class is 7 days prior to the first day of class. In order to provide adequate supplies for each class, deadlines are firm. Fees are due at time of enrollment and are refundable up to 7 days prior to the first day of class.

Registrants and participants permit the taking of photos and videos of themselves and their children during Hastings Museum activities for publication and use as the Museum deems necessary.

Minimum and maximum number of participants for each class are in parentheses after the date and time. Example: (10/20) We must hit our minimum in order to hold the class.

Photo 101
2026-06-22 13:00 - 15:00
Photo 101

June 22-26
1 pm-3 pm
Grades 2-3
Class Min/Max: (10/20)
Instructor: Raksha Shrestha

They say a picture is worth a thousand words. In this class we will learn the basis of taking great pictures while exploring the world through a new lens- literally! From learning about perspectives and developing observation skills to creating one of a kind photo frames, students will gain the confidence to capture the world around them, one snap at a time.

Don’t miss out. Register early to secure your child’s spot in our popular Summer Fun classes! Museum members can sign up starting February 17, and non-members can register beginning March 17.
Classes are $60 for members and $70 for non-members. There is also an application available for our Ashley Kulwicki Scholarship to help cover class fees.
Registration can be completed in person, online with the link below, or over the phone. Please remember to register for each class individually and submit a health form for each child!

REGISTER FOR THE CLASSFILL OUT THE HEALTH FORMlearn about summer funAPPLY FOR THE SCHOLARSHIP
Each year in June and July, the Hastings Museum hosts a selection of classes for kids that focus on art, history, and science!
From first-time museum explorers to returning campers, our summer classes provide a welcoming environment where kids can learn, connect with others, and enjoy a fun and enriching summer experience at the Hastings Museum.
Learn more about Summer Fun details and class offerings here!
Still have questions? Visit us in person at 1330 N Burlington Ave, Hastings, NE or give us a call at (402)-461-2399.
IMPORTANT REMINDERS:

Each child is required to complete an online health form. Registration is not considered complete until both the class registration and health form have been submitted. If you are enrolling multiple children, a separate health form is required for each child. However, if your child is attending more than one class, you only need to submit the health form once per child.

Fill out the Health Form here! Register for classes online here!

We offer the Ashley Kulwicki Scholarship to help students participate in the Hastings Museum’s Summer Fun program. This scholarship covers 100% of the class fee for eligible students. To qualify, students must be enrolled in the Free and Reduced Lunch Program. Funds are limited, and only one scholarship per student is available so we encourage families to apply early.

Apply for the Summer Fun scholarship here!

Grade levels refer to the grade your child will enter in the Fall of 2026. Your child must be 4 years old by the first day of camp for classes marked age 4 & 5. Children must be fully bathroom independent (potty trained) to do our 4 & 5 year old camps.

Sign-up deadline for each class is 7 days prior to the first day of class. In order to provide adequate supplies for each class, deadlines are firm. Fees are due at time of enrollment and are refundable up to 7 days prior to the first day of class.

Registrants and participants permit the taking of photos and videos of themselves and their children during Hastings Museum activities for publication and use as the Museum deems necessary.

Minimum and maximum number of participants for each class are in parentheses after the date and time. Example: (10/20) We must hit our minimum in order to hold the class.

Craft-a-palooza
2026-06-23 13:00 - 16:00
Craft-a-palooza

June 23-25
1 pm-4 pm
Grades 4-6
Class Min/Max: (10/20)
Instructor: Katie Karr

Get ready for a week bursting with creativity at Craft-A-Palooza! This hands-on art camp invites young artists to explore a variety of materials, techniques, and styles while letting their imagination run wild. Campers will create their own beaded animal keychains, learn lettering and design techniques inspired by street art and graffiti, design clay pots, and carve and print with their very own handmade stamps.
Note: Although we will do our best to contain the mess, please be aware we will be working with materials that may not wash out of clothing well.

Don’t miss out. Register early to secure your child’s spot in our popular Summer Fun classes! Museum members can sign up starting February 17, and non-members can register beginning March 17.
Classes are $60 for members and $70 for non-members. There is also an application available for our Ashley Kulwicki Scholarship to help cover class fees.
Registration can be completed in person, online with the link below, or over the phone. Please remember to register for each class individually and submit a health form for each child!

REGISTER FOR THE CLASSFILL OUT THE HEALTH FORMlearn about summer funAPPLY FOR THE SCHOLARSHIP
Each year in June and July, the Hastings Museum hosts a selection of classes for kids that focus on art, history, and science!
From first-time museum explorers to returning campers, our summer classes provide a welcoming environment where kids can learn, connect with others, and enjoy a fun and enriching summer experience at the Hastings Museum.
Learn more about Summer Fun details and class offerings here!
Still have questions? Visit us in person at 1330 N Burlington Ave, Hastings, NE or give us a call at (402)-461-2399.
IMPORTANT REMINDERS:

Each child is required to complete an online health form. Registration is not considered complete until both the class registration and health form have been submitted. If you are enrolling multiple children, a separate health form is required for each child. However, if your child is attending more than one class, you only need to submit the health form once per child.

Fill out the Health Form here! Register for classes online here!

We offer the Ashley Kulwicki Scholarship to help students participate in the Hastings Museum’s Summer Fun program. This scholarship covers 100% of the class fee for eligible students. To qualify, students must be enrolled in the Free and Reduced Lunch Program. Funds are limited, and only one scholarship per student is available so we encourage families to apply early.

Apply for the Summer Fun scholarship here!

Grade levels refer to the grade your child will enter in the Fall of 2026. Your child must be 4 years old by the first day of camp for classes marked age 4 & 5. Children must be fully bathroom independent (potty trained) to do our 4 & 5 year old camps.

Sign-up deadline for each class is 7 days prior to the first day of class. In order to provide adequate supplies for each class, deadlines are firm. Fees are due at time of enrollment and are refundable up to 7 days prior to the first day of class.

Registrants and participants permit the taking of photos and videos of themselves and their children during Hastings Museum activities for publication and use as the Museum deems necessary.

Minimum and maximum number of participants for each class are in parentheses after the date and time. Example: (10/20) We must hit our minimum in order to hold the class.

Mad Chef Kitchen
2026-07-07 09:00 - 12:00
Mad Chef Kitchen

July 7-9
9 am-12 pm
Grades 3-5
Class Min/Max: (10/20)
Instructor: Katie Karr & Yesi Lara Panjo

Young chefs will explore the delicious world of pizza while learning essential chef skills and flavor profiles. Campers will experiment with sweet and savory ingredients, test creative combinations, and refine their recipes as they turn our kitchen into a pizza lab. Along the way, they’ll build confidence, teamwork, and a love for culinary creativity. On the final day, families are invited to our Pizza Lab Showcase to sample the chefs’ final masterpieces!

Don’t miss out. Register early to secure your child’s spot in our popular Summer Fun classes! Museum members can sign up starting February 17, and non-members can register beginning March 17.
Classes are $60 for members and $70 for non-members. There is also an application available for our Ashley Kulwicki Scholarship to help cover class fees.
Registration can be completed in person, online with the link below, or over the phone. Please remember to register for each class individually and submit a health form for each child!

REGISTER FOR THE CLASSFILL OUT THE HEALTH FORMlearn about summer funAPPLY FOR THE SCHOLARSHIP
Each year in June and July, the Hastings Museum hosts a selection of classes for kids that focus on art, history, and science!
From first-time museum explorers to returning campers, our summer classes provide a welcoming environment where kids can learn, connect with others, and enjoy a fun and enriching summer experience at the Hastings Museum.
Learn more about Summer Fun details and class offerings here!
Still have questions? Visit us in person at 1330 N Burlington Ave, Hastings, NE or give us a call at (402)-461-2399.
IMPORTANT REMINDERS:

Each child is required to complete an online health form. Registration is not considered complete until both the class registration and health form have been submitted. If you are enrolling multiple children, a separate health form is required for each child. However, if your child is attending more than one class, you only need to submit the health form once per child.

Fill out the Health Form here! Register for classes online here!

We offer the Ashley Kulwicki Scholarship to help students participate in the Hastings Museum’s Summer Fun program. This scholarship covers 100% of the class fee for eligible students. To qualify, students must be enrolled in the Free and Reduced Lunch Program. Funds are limited, and only one scholarship per student is available so we encourage families to apply early.

Apply for the Summer Fun scholarship here!

Grade levels refer to the grade your child will enter in the Fall of 2026. Your child must be 4 years old by the first day of camp for classes marked age 4 & 5. Children must be fully bathroom independent (potty trained) to do our 4 & 5 year old camps.

Sign-up deadline for each class is 7 days prior to the first day of class. In order to provide adequate supplies for each class, deadlines are firm. Fees are due at time of enrollment and are refundable up to 7 days prior to the first day of class.

Registrants and participants permit the taking of photos and videos of themselves and their children during Hastings Museum activities for publication and use as the Museum deems necessary.

Minimum and maximum number of participants for each class are in parentheses after the date and time. Example: (10/20) We must hit our minimum in order to hold the class.

Discover the 7 Ancient Wonders
2026-07-08 09:00 - 12:00
Discover the 7 Ancient Wonders

July 8-9
9 am-12 pm
Grades K-2 + Adults
Class Min/Max: (10/20)
Instructor: Emma Gassiot

We’re taking a trip in our Time Machine, zoom, zoom! Whoosh through golden deserts, march beneath towering marble columns, and crane your neck to see colossal statues rising high above you. Travel back in time to uncover how these incredible ancient Wonders were imagined, designed, and built. Along the way, you’ll build, shape, and create your own pieces of history at every stop, turning imagination into hands-on adventure.
Note: Adults are free, but must register.

Don’t miss out. Register early to secure your child’s spot in our popular Summer Fun classes! Museum members can sign up starting February 17, and non-members can register beginning March 17.
Classes are $60 for members and $70 for non-members. There is also an application available for our Ashley Kulwicki Scholarship to help cover class fees.
Registration can be completed in person, online with the link below, or over the phone. Please remember to register for each class individually and submit a health form for each child!

REGISTER FOR THE CLASSFILL OUT THE HEALTH FORMlearn about summer funAPPLY FOR THE SCHOLARSHIP
Each year in June and July, the Hastings Museum hosts a selection of classes for kids that focus on art, history, and science!
From first-time museum explorers to returning campers, our summer classes provide a welcoming environment where kids can learn, connect with others, and enjoy a fun and enriching summer experience at the Hastings Museum.
Learn more about Summer Fun details and class offerings here!
Still have questions? Visit us in person at 1330 N Burlington Ave, Hastings, NE or give us a call at (402)-461-2399.
IMPORTANT REMINDERS:

Each child is required to complete an online health form. Registration is not considered complete until both the class registration and health form have been submitted. If you are enrolling multiple children, a separate health form is required for each child. However, if your child is attending more than one class, you only need to submit the health form once per child.

Fill out the Health Form here! Register for classes online here!

We offer the Ashley Kulwicki Scholarship to help students participate in the Hastings Museum’s Summer Fun program. This scholarship covers 100% of the class fee for eligible students. To qualify, students must be enrolled in the Free and Reduced Lunch Program. Funds are limited, and only one scholarship per student is available so we encourage families to apply early.

Apply for the Summer Fun scholarship here!

Grade levels refer to the grade your child will enter in the Fall of 2026. Your child must be 4 years old by the first day of camp for classes marked age 4 & 5. Children must be fully bathroom independent (potty trained) to do our 4 & 5 year old camps.

Sign-up deadline for each class is 7 days prior to the first day of class. In order to provide adequate supplies for each class, deadlines are firm. Fees are due at time of enrollment and are refundable up to 7 days prior to the first day of class.

Registrants and participants permit the taking of photos and videos of themselves and their children during Hastings Museum activities for publication and use as the Museum deems necessary.

Minimum and maximum number of participants for each class are in parentheses after the date and time. Example: (10/20) We must hit our minimum in order to hold the class.

Creatures Uncovered
2026-07-13 10:00 - 12:00
Creatures Uncovered

July 13-17
10 am-12 pm
Grades K-1
Class Min/Max: (10/20)
Instructor: Raksha Shrestha

Bigfoot, unicorns, aliens, and mermaids: what do they all have in common? This week, we will talk about all things cryptic. Join us for a creature hunt around the park. Blow fire like a dragon and zoom though the air with aliens.

Don’t miss out. Register early to secure your child’s spot in our popular Summer Fun classes! Museum members can sign up starting February 17, and non-members can register beginning March 17.
Classes are $60 for members and $70 for non-members. There is also an application available for our Ashley Kulwicki Scholarship to help cover class fees.
Registration can be completed in person, online with the link below, or over the phone. Please remember to register for each class individually and submit a health form for each child!

REGISTER FOR THE CLASSFILL OUT THE HEALTH FORMlearn about summer funAPPLY FOR THE SCHOLARSHIP
Each year in June and July, the Hastings Museum hosts a selection of classes for kids that focus on art, history, and science!
From first-time museum explorers to returning campers, our summer classes provide a welcoming environment where kids can learn, connect with others, and enjoy a fun and enriching summer experience at the Hastings Museum.
Learn more about Summer Fun details and class offerings here!
Still have questions? Visit us in person at 1330 N Burlington Ave, Hastings, NE or give us a call at (402)-461-2399.
IMPORTANT REMINDERS:

Each child is required to complete an online health form. Registration is not considered complete until both the class registration and health form have been submitted. If you are enrolling multiple children, a separate health form is required for each child. However, if your child is attending more than one class, you only need to submit the health form once per child.

Fill out the Health Form here! Register for classes online here!

We offer the Ashley Kulwicki Scholarship to help students participate in the Hastings Museum’s Summer Fun program. This scholarship covers 100% of the class fee for eligible students. To qualify, students must be enrolled in the Free and Reduced Lunch Program. Funds are limited, and only one scholarship per student is available so we encourage families to apply early.

Apply for the Summer Fun scholarship here!

Grade levels refer to the grade your child will enter in the Fall of 2026. Your child must be 4 years old by the first day of camp for classes marked age 4 & 5. Children must be fully bathroom independent (potty trained) to do our 4 & 5 year old camps.

Sign-up deadline for each class is 7 days prior to the first day of class. In order to provide adequate supplies for each class, deadlines are firm. Fees are due at time of enrollment and are refundable up to 7 days prior to the first day of class.

Registrants and participants permit the taking of photos and videos of themselves and their children during Hastings Museum activities for publication and use as the Museum deems necessary.

Minimum and maximum number of participants for each class are in parentheses after the date and time. Example: (10/20) We must hit our minimum in order to hold the class.

Pirates, Flags & Treasure: A High Seas Adventure
2026-07-14 09:00 - 16:00
Pirates, Flags & Treasure: A High Seas Adventure

July 14
9 am-4 pm
Grades 4-5
Class Min/Max: (10/20)
Instructor: Emma Gassiot

Argh, me hearties! Join us for a daring journey across mysterious seas as we build ships, hunt for treasure, and uncover the real history of pirates from the Golden Age of Piracy. Learn the skills legendary captains used to navigate the waves, then try them yourself through exciting hands-on activities. Each challenge brings us closer to hidden treasure and the secrets of life at sea. Adventure is calling…will you answer?
Note: Snacks will be provided but campers need to bring a lunch.

Don’t miss out. Register early to secure your child’s spot in our popular Summer Fun classes! Museum members can sign up starting February 17, and non-members can register beginning March 17.
Classes are $60 for members and $70 for non-members. There is also an application available for our Ashley Kulwicki Scholarship to help cover class fees.
Registration can be completed in person, online with the link below, or over the phone. Please remember to register for each class individually and submit a health form for each child!

REGISTER FOR THE CLASSFILL OUT THE HEALTH FORMlearn about summer funAPPLY FOR THE SCHOLARSHIP
Each year in June and July, the Hastings Museum hosts a selection of classes for kids that focus on art, history, and science!
From first-time museum explorers to returning campers, our summer classes provide a welcoming environment where kids can learn, connect with others, and enjoy a fun and enriching summer experience at the Hastings Museum.
Learn more about Summer Fun details and class offerings here!
Still have questions? Visit us in person at 1330 N Burlington Ave, Hastings, NE or give us a call at (402)-461-2399.
IMPORTANT REMINDERS:

Each child is required to complete an online health form. Registration is not considered complete until both the class registration and health form have been submitted. If you are enrolling multiple children, a separate health form is required for each child. However, if your child is attending more than one class, you only need to submit the health form once per child.

Fill out the Health Form here! Register for classes online here!

We offer the Ashley Kulwicki Scholarship to help students participate in the Hastings Museum’s Summer Fun program. This scholarship covers 100% of the class fee for eligible students. To qualify, students must be enrolled in the Free and Reduced Lunch Program. Funds are limited, and only one scholarship per student is available so we encourage families to apply early.

Apply for the Summer Fun scholarship here!

Grade levels refer to the grade your child will enter in the Fall of 2026. Your child must be 4 years old by the first day of camp for classes marked age 4 & 5. Children must be fully bathroom independent (potty trained) to do our 4 & 5 year old camps.

Sign-up deadline for each class is 7 days prior to the first day of class. In order to provide adequate supplies for each class, deadlines are firm. Fees are due at time of enrollment and are refundable up to 7 days prior to the first day of class.

Registrants and participants permit the taking of photos and videos of themselves and their children during Hastings Museum activities for publication and use as the Museum deems necessary.

Minimum and maximum number of participants for each class are in parentheses after the date and time. Example: (10/20) We must hit our minimum in order to hold the class.

Superhero Challenges
2026-07-16 09:00 - 16:00
Superhero Challenges

July 16
9 am-4 pm
Grades 2-3
Class Min/Max: (10/20)
Instructor: Emma Gassiot

BAM! POW! Get ready for an action-packed day bursting with superhero fun. Create your own hero origin story, design a mask and cape, choose powerful abilities, and strike a bold, comic-book–style superhero pose. Take on thrilling challenges, train your powers, and team up for a daring rescue mission filled with surprises. The museum needs brave heroes; it’s time to assemble!
Note: Snacks will be provided but campers need to bring a lunch.

Don’t miss out. Register early to secure your child’s spot in our popular Summer Fun classes! Museum members can sign up starting February 17, and non-members can register beginning March 17.
Classes are $60 for members and $70 for non-members. There is also an application available for our Ashley Kulwicki Scholarship to help cover class fees.
Registration can be completed in person, online with the link below, or over the phone. Please remember to register for each class individually and submit a health form for each child!

REGISTER FOR THE CLASSFILL OUT THE HEALTH FORMlearn about summer funAPPLY FOR THE SCHOLARSHIP
Each year in June and July, the Hastings Museum hosts a selection of classes for kids that focus on art, history, and science!
From first-time museum explorers to returning campers, our summer classes provide a welcoming environment where kids can learn, connect with others, and enjoy a fun and enriching summer experience at the Hastings Museum.
Learn more about Summer Fun details and class offerings here!
Still have questions? Visit us in person at 1330 N Burlington Ave, Hastings, NE or give us a call at (402)-461-2399.
IMPORTANT REMINDERS:

Each child is required to complete an online health form. Registration is not considered complete until both the class registration and health form have been submitted. If you are enrolling multiple children, a separate health form is required for each child. However, if your child is attending more than one class, you only need to submit the health form once per child.

Fill out the Health Form here! Register for classes online here!

We offer the Ashley Kulwicki Scholarship to help students participate in the Hastings Museum’s Summer Fun program. This scholarship covers 100% of the class fee for eligible students. To qualify, students must be enrolled in the Free and Reduced Lunch Program. Funds are limited, and only one scholarship per student is available so we encourage families to apply early.

Apply for the Summer Fun scholarship here!

Grade levels refer to the grade your child will enter in the Fall of 2026. Your child must be 4 years old by the first day of camp for classes marked age 4 & 5. Children must be fully bathroom independent (potty trained) to do our 4 & 5 year old camps.

Sign-up deadline for each class is 7 days prior to the first day of class. In order to provide adequate supplies for each class, deadlines are firm. Fees are due at time of enrollment and are refundable up to 7 days prior to the first day of class.

Registrants and participants permit the taking of photos and videos of themselves and their children during Hastings Museum activities for publication and use as the Museum deems necessary.

Minimum and maximum number of participants for each class are in parentheses after the date and time. Example: (10/20) We must hit our minimum in order to hold the class.

Imagination Station Theater
2026-07-20 10:00 - 12:00
Imagination Station Theater

July 20-24
10 am-12 pm
Grades 1-2
Class Min/Max: (10/20)
Instructor: Emma Gassiot

Lights, Camera, Action! Unleash your imagination as the stage comes alive with playful characters, surprising moments, and stories full of energy and expression. Through movement, puppets, improvisation, and hands-on crafts, stories come to life in silly, surprising, and exciting ways. Big expressions, playful teamwork, and creative fun lead up to a joyful final bow on stage.

Don’t miss out. Register early to secure your child’s spot in our popular Summer Fun classes! Museum members can sign up starting February 17, and non-members can register beginning March 17.
Classes are $60 for members and $70 for non-members. There is also an application available for our Ashley Kulwicki Scholarship to help cover class fees.
Registration can be completed in person, online with the link below, or over the phone. Please remember to register for each class individually and submit a health form for each child!

REGISTER FOR THE CLASSFILL OUT THE HEALTH FORMlearn about summer funAPPLY FOR THE SCHOLARSHIP
Each year in June and July, the Hastings Museum hosts a selection of classes for kids that focus on art, history, and science!
From first-time museum explorers to returning campers, our summer classes provide a welcoming environment where kids can learn, connect with others, and enjoy a fun and enriching summer experience at the Hastings Museum.
Learn more about Summer Fun details and class offerings here!
Still have questions? Visit us in person at 1330 N Burlington Ave, Hastings, NE or give us a call at (402)-461-2399.
IMPORTANT REMINDERS:

Each child is required to complete an online health form. Registration is not considered complete until both the class registration and health form have been submitted. If you are enrolling multiple children, a separate health form is required for each child. However, if your child is attending more than one class, you only need to submit the health form once per child.

Fill out the Health Form here! Register for classes online here!

We offer the Ashley Kulwicki Scholarship to help students participate in the Hastings Museum’s Summer Fun program. This scholarship covers 100% of the class fee for eligible students. To qualify, students must be enrolled in the Free and Reduced Lunch Program. Funds are limited, and only one scholarship per student is available so we encourage families to apply early.

Apply for the Summer Fun scholarship here!

Grade levels refer to the grade your child will enter in the Fall of 2026. Your child must be 4 years old by the first day of camp for classes marked age 4 & 5. Children must be fully bathroom independent (potty trained) to do our 4 & 5 year old camps.

Sign-up deadline for each class is 7 days prior to the first day of class. In order to provide adequate supplies for each class, deadlines are firm. Fees are due at time of enrollment and are refundable up to 7 days prior to the first day of class.

Registrants and participants permit the taking of photos and videos of themselves and their children during Hastings Museum activities for publication and use as the Museum deems necessary.

Minimum and maximum number of participants for each class are in parentheses after the date and time. Example: (10/20) We must hit our minimum in order to hold the class.

Busted!
2026-07-21 09:00 - 12:00
Busted!

July 21-23
9 am-12 pm
Grades 6-8
Class Min/Max: (10/20)
Instructor: Raksha Shrestha

Is yawning contagious? Can paper be folded more than seven times? There are many myths that have long been debated by people of all ages. Join us for fun-filled experiments as we work to bust some myths and learn where they came from.
Note: This class will be active, so we recommend wearing comfortable clothing.

Don’t miss out. Register early to secure your child’s spot in our popular Summer Fun classes! Museum members can sign up starting February 17, and non-members can register beginning March 17.
Classes are $60 for members and $70 for non-members. There is also an application available for our Ashley Kulwicki Scholarship to help cover class fees.
Registration can be completed in person, online with the link below, or over the phone. Please remember to register for each class individually and submit a health form for each child!

REGISTER FOR THE CLASSFILL OUT THE HEALTH FORMlearn about summer funAPPLY FOR THE SCHOLARSHIP
Each year in June and July, the Hastings Museum hosts a selection of classes for kids that focus on art, history, and science!
From first-time museum explorers to returning campers, our summer classes provide a welcoming environment where kids can learn, connect with others, and enjoy a fun and enriching summer experience at the Hastings Museum.
Learn more about Summer Fun details and class offerings here!
Still have questions? Visit us in person at 1330 N Burlington Ave, Hastings, NE or give us a call at (402)-461-2399.
IMPORTANT REMINDERS:

Each child is required to complete an online health form. Registration is not considered complete until both the class registration and health form have been submitted. If you are enrolling multiple children, a separate health form is required for each child. However, if your child is attending more than one class, you only need to submit the health form once per child.

Fill out the Health Form here! Register for classes online here!

We offer the Ashley Kulwicki Scholarship to help students participate in the Hastings Museum’s Summer Fun program. This scholarship covers 100% of the class fee for eligible students. To qualify, students must be enrolled in the Free and Reduced Lunch Program. Funds are limited, and only one scholarship per student is available so we encourage families to apply early.

Apply for the Summer Fun scholarship here!

Grade levels refer to the grade your child will enter in the Fall of 2026. Your child must be 4 years old by the first day of camp for classes marked age 4 & 5. Children must be fully bathroom independent (potty trained) to do our 4 & 5 year old camps.

Sign-up deadline for each class is 7 days prior to the first day of class. In order to provide adequate supplies for each class, deadlines are firm. Fees are due at time of enrollment and are refundable up to 7 days prior to the first day of class.

Registrants and participants permit the taking of photos and videos of themselves and their children during Hastings Museum activities for publication and use as the Museum deems necessary.

Minimum and maximum number of participants for each class are in parentheses after the date and time. Example: (10/20) We must hit our minimum in order to hold the class.

Earth Explorers
2026-07-22 09:00 - 16:00
Earth Explorers

July 22
9 am-4 pm
Grades 3-5
Class Min/Max: (10/20)
Instructor: Katie Karr

This all-day museum camp invites campers to investigate Earth’s past while uncovering the stories hidden in fossils and explore how Earth’s landscape has change over time. Campers will conduct hands-on investigations, analyze real evidence, and take on team challenges to solve environmental issues such as erosion. We will use our critical thinking and creativity to understand how our planet has changed over time—and what that means for the future.
Note: Snacks will be provided but campers need to bring a lunch.

Don’t miss out. Register early to secure your child’s spot in our popular Summer Fun classes! Museum members can sign up starting February 17, and non-members can register beginning March 17.
Classes are $60 for members and $70 for non-members. There is also an application available for our Ashley Kulwicki Scholarship to help cover class fees.
Registration can be completed in person, online with the link below, or over the phone. Please remember to register for each class individually and submit a health form for each child!

REGISTER FOR THE CLASSFILL OUT THE HEALTH FORMlearn about summer funAPPLY FOR THE SCHOLARSHIP
Each year in June and July, the Hastings Museum hosts a selection of classes for kids that focus on art, history, and science!
From first-time museum explorers to returning campers, our summer classes provide a welcoming environment where kids can learn, connect with others, and enjoy a fun and enriching summer experience at the Hastings Museum.
Learn more about Summer Fun details and class offerings here!
Still have questions? Visit us in person at 1330 N Burlington Ave, Hastings, NE or give us a call at (402)-461-2399.
IMPORTANT REMINDERS:

Each child is required to complete an online health form. Registration is not considered complete until both the class registration and health form have been submitted. If you are enrolling multiple children, a separate health form is required for each child. However, if your child is attending more than one class, you only need to submit the health form once per child.

Fill out the Health Form here! Register for classes online here!

We offer the Ashley Kulwicki Scholarship to help students participate in the Hastings Museum’s Summer Fun program. This scholarship covers 100% of the class fee for eligible students. To qualify, students must be enrolled in the Free and Reduced Lunch Program. Funds are limited, and only one scholarship per student is available so we encourage families to apply early.

Apply for the Summer Fun scholarship here!

Grade levels refer to the grade your child will enter in the Fall of 2026. Your child must be 4 years old by the first day of camp for classes marked age 4 & 5. Children must be fully bathroom independent (potty trained) to do our 4 & 5 year old camps.

Sign-up deadline for each class is 7 days prior to the first day of class. In order to provide adequate supplies for each class, deadlines are firm. Fees are due at time of enrollment and are refundable up to 7 days prior to the first day of class.

Registrants and participants permit the taking of photos and videos of themselves and their children during Hastings Museum activities for publication and use as the Museum deems necessary.

Minimum and maximum number of participants for each class are in parentheses after the date and time. Example: (10/20) We must hit our minimum in order to hold the class.

From Beats to Bands
2026-07-27 10:00 - 12:00
From Beats to Bands

July 27-31
10 am-12 pm
Ages 4-5
Class Min/Max: (8/15)
Instructor: Emma Gassiot

Tap, tap… BOOM! Shake, shake—FUN! Build a drum—everyone! Kazoo goes BZZZ! Shakers shake! Guitars go STRUM! They’re fun to make! Learn how music grew from early beats to bands through hands-on play. Move, build, and discover with sound every day.

Don’t miss out. Register early to secure your child’s spot in our popular Summer Fun classes! Museum members can sign up starting February 17, and non-members can register beginning March 17.
Classes are $60 for members and $70 for non-members. There is also an application available for our Ashley Kulwicki Scholarship to help cover class fees.
Registration can be completed in person, online with the link below, or over the phone. Please remember to register for each class individually and submit a health form for each child!

REGISTER FOR THE CLASSFILL OUT THE HEALTH FORMlearn about summer funAPPLY FOR THE SCHOLARSHIP
Each year in June and July, the Hastings Museum hosts a selection of classes for kids that focus on art, history, and science!
From first-time museum explorers to returning campers, our summer classes provide a welcoming environment where kids can learn, connect with others, and enjoy a fun and enriching summer experience at the Hastings Museum.
Learn more about Summer Fun details and class offerings here!
Still have questions? Visit us in person at 1330 N Burlington Ave, Hastings, NE or give us a call at (402)-461-2399.
IMPORTANT REMINDERS:

Each child is required to complete an online health form. Registration is not considered complete until both the class registration and health form have been submitted. If you are enrolling multiple children, a separate health form is required for each child. However, if your child is attending more than one class, you only need to submit the health form once per child.

Fill out the Health Form here! Register for classes online here!

We offer the Ashley Kulwicki Scholarship to help students participate in the Hastings Museum’s Summer Fun program. This scholarship covers 100% of the class fee for eligible students. To qualify, students must be enrolled in the Free and Reduced Lunch Program. Funds are limited, and only one scholarship per student is available so we encourage families to apply early.

Apply for the Summer Fun scholarship here!

Grade levels refer to the grade your child will enter in the Fall of 2026. Your child must be 4 years old by the first day of camp for classes marked age 4 & 5. Children must be fully bathroom independent (potty trained) to do our 4 & 5 year old camps.

Sign-up deadline for each class is 7 days prior to the first day of class. In order to provide adequate supplies for each class, deadlines are firm. Fees are due at time of enrollment and are refundable up to 7 days prior to the first day of class.

Registrants and participants permit the taking of photos and videos of themselves and their children during Hastings Museum activities for publication and use as the Museum deems necessary.

Minimum and maximum number of participants for each class are in parentheses after the date and time. Example: (10/20) We must hit our minimum in order to hold the class.

Weather Wonders
2026-07-27 10:00 - 12:00
Weather Wonders

July 27-31
10 am-12 pm
Grades K-2
Class Min/Max: (10/20)
Instructor: Raksha Shrestha

Planet Earth is a weird and wacky place. Come explore the 5 types of climates around the world. Create a rain stick to summon the clouds. Head outside and learn about trees, animals and their habitats.
Note: Please be advised that we will be outside for some classes, so please come dressed properly.

Don’t miss out. Register early to secure your child’s spot in our popular Summer Fun classes! Museum members can sign up starting February 17, and non-members can register beginning March 17.
Classes are $60 for members and $70 for non-members. There is also an application available for our Ashley Kulwicki Scholarship to help cover class fees.
Registration can be completed in person, online with the link below, or over the phone. Please remember to register for each class individually and submit a health form for each child!

REGISTER FOR THE CLASSFILL OUT THE HEALTH FORMlearn about summer funAPPLY FOR THE SCHOLARSHIP
Each year in June and July, the Hastings Museum hosts a selection of classes for kids that focus on art, history, and science!
From first-time museum explorers to returning campers, our summer classes provide a welcoming environment where kids can learn, connect with others, and enjoy a fun and enriching summer experience at the Hastings Museum.
Learn more about Summer Fun details and class offerings here!
Still have questions? Visit us in person at 1330 N Burlington Ave, Hastings, NE or give us a call at (402)-461-2399.
IMPORTANT REMINDERS:

Each child is required to complete an online health form. Registration is not considered complete until both the class registration and health form have been submitted. If you are enrolling multiple children, a separate health form is required for each child. However, if your child is attending more than one class, you only need to submit the health form once per child.

Fill out the Health Form here! Register for classes online here!

We offer the Ashley Kulwicki Scholarship to help students participate in the Hastings Museum’s Summer Fun program. This scholarship covers 100% of the class fee for eligible students. To qualify, students must be enrolled in the Free and Reduced Lunch Program. Funds are limited, and only one scholarship per student is available so we encourage families to apply early.

Apply for the Summer Fun scholarship here!

Grade levels refer to the grade your child will enter in the Fall of 2026. Your child must be 4 years old by the first day of camp for classes marked age 4 & 5. Children must be fully bathroom independent (potty trained) to do our 4 & 5 year old camps.

Sign-up deadline for each class is 7 days prior to the first day of class. In order to provide adequate supplies for each class, deadlines are firm. Fees are due at time of enrollment and are refundable up to 7 days prior to the first day of class.

Registrants and participants permit the taking of photos and videos of themselves and their children during Hastings Museum activities for publication and use as the Museum deems necessary.

Minimum and maximum number of participants for each class are in parentheses after the date and time. Example: (10/20) We must hit our minimum in order to hold the class.
