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Old Economy Village Summer Camp:
Crafting the Past – A Hands-On historic skills camp for kids aged 9-12     

This summer, embark on an exciting, hands-on journey through history at our museum’s Crafting the Past Summer Camp! Designed for young learners, this immersive program offers the chance to explore traditional crafts, learn valuable skills, and discover the fascinating world of historic trades.

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Throughout the camp, participants will dive into a wide variety of activities, all while learning about the tools, techniques, and hard work that shaped our world. Campers will not only enjoy learning about the history of these crafts, but they will also gain practical experience and develop workforce skills that will serve them for years to come.

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Camp Activities Include:

  • Metalworking: Campers will be introduced to the basics of metalworking, using safe, age-appropriate tools to create simple objects. They'll learn the ancient craft of blacksmithing and design their own small projects that showcase their creativity and problem-solving skills.

  • Woodworking: Using tools like saws, hammers, and sanders, campers will build projects inspired by traditional carpentry. They'll gain an understanding of basic woodworking techniques while creating something unique and functional to take home.

  • Textiles & Weaving: Dive into the world of fabric and fibers! Campers will learn traditional weaving, felting, and other techniques, crafting their own small textile items.

  • Printing Press: Step into the shoes of early printers as campers try their hand at using a historic printing press. They'll print their own designs and learn how printing transformed communication and the workforce in centuries past.

  • Gardening & Sustainable Practices: Back to nature! Campers will get their hands dirty in the museum’s garden, planting, caring for, and harvesting crops. They'll also explore sustainable farming methods that reflect the practices of earlier times.

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Whether they’re building with wood, working with metal, or growing plants, your child will leave this camp with new skills, a deeper appreciation for history, and a sense of accomplishment.

Camp Details:

  • Ages: 9-12 years old

  • Dates: July 14th – 18th & July 21st – 25th

  • Times: 9:00 am – 12:00 pm

  • Location: Old Economy Village

  • 1401 Church Street Ambridge, PA 15003

  • Cost Nonmembers: $125, $105 multi-youth from same household (enrolled same week)

  • Cost Members: $100, $80 multi-youth from same household (enrolled same week)

  • Questions contact David Miller at davmiller@pa.gov or call 724-266-4500 ext. 110

 

Spaces are limited! Sign up today for a summer full of hands-on fun, learning, and crafting the future—just like those who came before us!

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Register online or print and mail or drop off our registration form below.

Download the 2025 Old Economy Health and Safety Form by clicking the link below.

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Contact Us

Old Economy Historic Site

1401 Church Street

Ambridge, PA 15003

 

Old Economy Village Visitor’s Center
270 Sixteenth Street
Ambridge, PA 15003​

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Phone: 724.266.4500
RA-PHOldEconomy@pa.gov

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Museum Schedule

Jan-Mar: Closed
Apr-Dec: Fri-Sat (10:00 am - 4:00 pm);

Sun (12:00 pm-4:00 pm)

 

Visitor Center Schedule

Jan-Mar Closed

April-Dec: Wed-Sat (10:00 am - 4:00 pm);

Sun (12:00 pm - 4:00 pm)

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