Making History: An Arts & Crafts Camp
Hosted by the BK House Museum | June 9–13, 2025 | Ages 8–14
Where: BK House Museum, 1113 Chartres Street, New Orleans, LA
When: June 9–13, 2025 | 9 AM – 3:30 PM
Extended Care: Available 8 AM – 4 PM
Cost: [Insert registration fee]
Meals: Afternoon snack provided daily. Campers should bring a brown bag lunch.
Camp Overview
Making History is a one-of-a-kind summer experience where New Orleans kids become artists, historians, and adventurers—all in one week. Hosted at the historic BK House Museum in the French Quarter, this immersive camp combines local history, daily field trips, and hands-on craft-making to bring the past vividly to life.
Each day, campers explore a different historic site and then dive into a themed craft inspired by their experience. From making herbal salves after a visit to the Pharmacy Museum to creating handmade drums at Congo Square, campers will gain a deeper connection to New Orleans’ cultural heritage while flexing their creative muscles.
By the end of the week, every child will take home a personalized “Time Machine” scrapbook—filled with photos, recipes, crafts, and memories from their journey through time.
Why This Camp?
New Orleans is rich in culture, but many children grow up disconnected from their historical roots. Making History is designed to change that. By blending fun with purpose, the camp encourages young people to:
- Explore their heritage through immersive experiences
- Create tangible links to the past with crafts and storytelling
- Build pride, curiosity, and creativity along the way
Daily Structure
8:00 – 9:00 AM: Before Care
9:00 – 12:00 PM: Off-site Field Trip
12:00 – 1:00 PM: Lunch
1:00 – 3:00 PM: Maker’s Space (Craft Activity)
3:00 – 3:30 PM: Snack
3:30 – 4:30 PM: After Care
Sample Week Itinerary
Day 1 – Pharmacy Museum
Craft: Herbal Salve or Elderberry Syrup
Explore 19th-century medicine and make a healing remedy using traditional ingredients.
Day 2 – BK House & Hermann-Grima House Camp Swap
Craft: Plaster Ornament Making
Learn about architectural craftsmanship and create an ornament inspired by historic ironwork.
Day 3 – Congo Square
Craft: Drum Making
Discover African rhythms and create a working percussion instrument.
Day 4 – Jazz Museum
Craft: Canjo or Diddley Bow Instrument
Dive into jazz history and build your own string instrument from scratch.
Day 5 – French Market, Café Du Monde & Scavenger Hunt
Craft: Praline Making
Celebrate New Orleans’ sweet traditions with homemade pralines.
What’s Included
- Guided tours of 5 historic sites
- All craft materials and supplies
- Time Machine scrapbook (co-created by campers)
- Daily snacks
- Supervised care and activities from 8 AM to 4 PM
Camp Outcomes
Campers will walk away with:
✅ A stronger sense of identity and cultural pride
✅ New artistic skills and confidence
✅ A handmade “Time Machine” scrapbook
✅ Lasting friendships and unforgettable memories
Join Us!
Registration is now open for this exciting summer adventure. Whether your child loves art, music, history—or all three—Making History offers a space to explore, create, and grow.
🎨 Space is limited! Secure your camper’s spot today and let them craft their way through time.