Valene L. Smith Museum of Anthropology
Meriam Library, Room 180
530-898-5397
anthromuseum@csuchico.edu
Museum Hours :
Academic Year
11 a.m – 3 p.m.
Tuesday–Saturday
Summer (June & July only)
11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Tuesday–Saturday
The museum is located in the Meriam Library complex, across from the main library entrance.
Camps at the museum offer immersive, interactive experiences to learn about the world around us. This year’s camp offers a mashup of history, science, culture & adventure.
Curious about this year’s camp? Scroll down to learn more!
Ages 5-11
M-Th 8:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
$150 per session
Museum Camp @ CSU’s Valene Smith Museum of Anthropology
Registration begins April 4, 2025
Explore the familiar planets and earth’s moon. Investigate constellations and Earth’s nearest star, our sun. What can volcanos tell us about the possibility of alien life? What do we know about asteroids? What would you pack for Mars? Get ready to explore outer space this summer.
Explore Viking and Hawaiian culture through the eyes of Toothless, the dragon, and Stich, the E.T. Watch short snippets of the movies to connect to their stories. Each one in their own way finds courage to belong. Along the way discover the flora and fauna of Hawaii and ancient lifestyle of Vikings.
