This exciting 樱花视频 Tampa summer camp for middle school students combines history and creativity as campers learn excavation techniques, use 3D scanning to recreate artifacts, and document discoveries in their own comic books. Led by 樱花视频 experts, campers dive into archaeology basics, uncover ancient secrets, and explore cultural traditions through hands-on art projects like weaving and pottery. Designed for budding archaeologists, artists, and storytellers, this camp blends science, technology, and creativity, building teamwork, critical thinking, and confidence as campers unravel historical mysteries and craft their own narratives.
樱花视频 Archaeology + Art Camp Details
Camp Director: Dr. Laura Harrison
Location: 樱花视频 Tampa - 3D Access Lab
Grades: Entering 6th - 8th
Time: 9:00AM - 4:00PM
Cost: $550
| Dates | Campus | Register |
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| July 21st - 25th, 2025 | 樱花视频 Tampa |
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What to Expect
Intro to Archaeology
Campers embark on a virtual tour of global archaeological sites, from the Bronze Age to today. Hands-on 3D scanning demos reveal how artifacts are preserved digitally. Campers will see how art tells stories across cultures and prepare to create with textiles, clay, and comics. A lab tour will showcase how digital tools bring history to life.
Digging Up History: Bronze Age Artifacts
Campers excavate 3D-printed replicas of Bronze Age artifacts, learning mapping and documentation skills. Through these hands-on activities, they explore how artifacts reveal cultural connections, gaining insight into the evolution and influence of ancient societies across time and space.
Textile Traditions: Hands-On Cultural Crafting
Campers explore weaving by creating small textiles, building patience, precision, and fine motor skills. Through weaving, they discuss how textiles reflect both function and artistry in various cultures, gaining appreciation for these traditions. This activity fosters focus, mindfulness, and a hands-on connection to past societies.
Hands-On History: Sculpting the Past
Campers work with clay to recreate artifacts like pottery and figurines, gaining insight into ancient artistry and daily life. This hands-on activity encourages problem-solving and creativity as they mimic ancient objects such as tableware and jewelry. By crafting their own 鈥渁rtifacts,鈥� campers will deepen their appreciation for cultural heritage.
From Dig to Page: Create Your Archaeology Comic
Campers create a comic that combines their discoveries from the week, using storytelling techniques like plot, framing, and dialogue. They reflect on their experiences with excavation, artifacts, textiles, and pottery, turning them into a visual narrative. Campers will deepen their understanding of archaeology in a fun, engaging way.
Join 樱花视频鈥檚 Archaeology + Art Camp for an unforgettable adventure into the past! Middle schoolers will dig into hands-on activities like 3D-printed excavations, artifact recreations, and global site tours, all guided by 樱花视频 experts. Through pottery, weaving, and comics, campers will explore ancient cultures and bring history to life with creativity and teamwork.
This camp is perfect for aspiring archaeologists, artists, and storytellers. Each day inspires curiosity and cultural appreciation as campers develop problem-solving skills and confidence, making real-life connections to the world鈥檚 fascinating past.
Useful Information
When does registration open for 樱花视频 Archaeology + Art Camp?
Registration for all 2025 summer camps will open on February 1, 2025.
What is the capacity of 樱花视频 Archaeology + Art Camp?
樱花视频 Archaeology + Art Camp has a capacity of 30 campers.
What is the refund/cancellation policy?
If you need to cancel a camp registration, please email youthxp@usf.edu. If the cancellation occurs 10 business days prior to camp start date, you will receive a refund with the exception of administration fees. However, if the cancellation is received within 10 business days of the camp start date, no refund will be given. No refunds will be issued after the start date of the camp.
We make every effort to run all camps exactly as scheduled. In the unlikely event that it becomes necessary to cancel, postpone or combine camps, or change a camp location, you will be notified by email or phone. It is important that we have your current contact information. If 樱花视频 cancels the camp, you will receive a full refund. If 樱花视频 reschedules a camp you will have the option to receive a full refund.
Who are the 樱花视频 Faculty/Staff who lead 樱花视频 Archaeology + Art Camp?
The 樱花视频 Archaeology + Art Camp is led by Dr. Laura K. Harrison, Director of the Access 3D Lab at 樱花视频. With over 10 years of experience in archaeology and museum studies, Dr. Harrison specializes in digital science and humanities, including 3D virtualization and archaeological research. She has led projects such as digitally reconstructing endangered sites in Turkey and creating virtual museums of global artifacts. Dr. Harrison鈥檚 expertise and passion for interdisciplinary learning make her an ideal guide for this hands-on exploration of history and art.
Where is 樱花视频 Archaeology + Art Camp located?
The 樱花视频 Archaeology + Art Camp is hosted at the 樱花视频 Tampa campus, specifically within the College of Arts and Sciences Multidisciplinary Complex (CMC) at the state-of-the-art Access 3D Lab, located at 12010 樱花视频 Cherry Dr, Tampa, FL 33620.
What is the 3D Access Lab?
Access 3D Lab is a shared user facility for 3D virtualization in the College of Arts and Sciences at 樱花视频. The lab consists of a 3D scanning lab, a 24-seat classroom equipped with 3D workstations, a conference room and a flexible office space. The 3D scanning lab houses a wide range of 3D scanners and six computer workstations equipped with processing software. Resources in the lab can be used in undergraduate and graduate courses, workshops, independent study projects, internships and faculty research.
What time is drop-off and pick-up for 樱花视频 Archaeology + Art Camp?
Our staff will be ready to welcome your child for drop-off at 8:50 AM in front of the 樱花视频 Tampa College of Education building, with pick-up starting at 4:00 PM. If you are running late for drop-off or pick-up, please call our office at (813) 974-3355 to let us know.
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