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Summer Camps

Mystic Seaport Museum offers a number of summer camps and programs that provide a unique learning adventure! Our Summer Day Camp offers campers ages 4 to 16 a kid’s-eye view of maritime history as they explore the Museum. Community Sailing day camps provide an opportunity for kids ages 6 to 15 to build and refine their sailing skills with our sailing instructors on the Mystic River. Our residential, Joseph Conrad Overnight Camp invites campers ages 8 to 15 to spend a week with us, learning to sail by day, participating in fun maritime themed activities in the evenings, and sleeping aboard a historic ship by night. And teens ages 15 and up can sail along the coast as part of the crew of the schooner Brilliant. Select a camp and give your child a summer to remember at Mystic Seaport Museum!

Our programs are licensed by the state of Connecticut and our staff includes experienced camp counselors, US Sailing certified sailing instructors, Red Cross certified Lifeguards, and US Coast Guard licensed captains. 

Summer Day Camp (Ages 4–16)

Campers get a kid's-eye view of maritime history as they explore Mystic Seaport Museum, take part in hands-on activities, play unique games, and create fantastic craft projects. They'll discover the secret lives of sailors, learn what life was like at port, meet the citizens of Greenmanville, investigate the superstitions of the sea, and more.

Joseph Conrad Overnight Sailing Camp (Ages 8–15)

This truly unique, historic summer sailing camp teaches not just sailing skills, but teamwork and camaraderie as well. Campers sail in traditional 9' Dyer Dhow sailboats by day, participate in hands-on activities in the evenings, and sleep aboard the historic ship JOSEPH CONRAD by night.

Community Sailing (Ages 6–15)

No matter your skill level, you will find sailing at Mystic Seaport Museum an unequaled experience. The Sailing Center offers a full lineup of camps and classes for both kids and adults designed to build and refine sailing skills, all while nurturing the love of the water and our connection to the sea. Competitive racing series are also available!

Schooner Brilliant Summer Sailing Program (Ages 15+)

Your teen will have a "brilliant" experience aboard this 61-foot classic schooner! They will become part of the crew in this full-participation sailing experience, while cruising local waters and visiting scenic ports of call. Participants learn under the guidance of a professional crew and US Coast Guard licensed captain.

Cancellation Policy

Participants will receive a 75% refund if they cancel before 30 days prior to the camp.  No refunds will be given if cancellation is made within 30 days prior to the camp.

Financial Aid

Financial Aid

Need-based financial assistance is available for the Museum’s summer camps and sailing programs. Learn more here.

COVID-19 Policy

  • We no longer require proof of a negative covid test at drop off for day campers.

  • Joseph Conrad Camp and Brilliant will still require proof of a negative COVID rapid test at drop off.

  • COVID vaccinations are strongly recommended but not required.

  • Masks are optional.

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