Save and Find Easy Ways to Pay for Camp Invention
Behind the NIHF ScenesDate September 9, 2026
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Explore STEM in brand-new ways this summer at Camp Invention®!
In our all-new 2027 program, Gear Up, children take on the ultimate STEM challenges to design with creativity, prototype with persistence and build new inventions with confidence. Inspired by National Inventors Hall of Fame® Inductees, four high-energy experiences packed with hands-on exploration will make this summer the best yet!
This summer, campers will explore the inner workings of mechanical gadgets, take apart a wind-up robot and repurpose parts to create their own invention. Exploring ooey-gooey chemistry in the Backyard Laboratory, they’ll investigate nature’s tiniest organisms before creating a bioinvention that mimics insect anatomy. Inspired by cutting-edge architecture and eco-friendly designs, campers will build towering, multistory superstructures and assemble a motorized elevator. Stepping into entrepreneurship, campers will keep their creative ideas flowing as they compete in dynamic prototyping challenge and design a unique product.
Your camper won’t want to miss out on this all-new adventure — so we’ve made it easy to join in on the fun and save big!
Is Planning Your Superpower? You Deserve to Save!
Early-Bird Discount
Cross summer planning off your list early and score big savings! Add a week of hands-on invention to your summer calendar and save $25 on your child’s most exciting adventure when you register with code STEMFUN25 before March 31.
Choose Your Way to Pay
Payment Plans
Make big plans with smaller payments! Camp Invention payment plans are simple and easy, with an interest-free installment option. Pay a $95 deposit per child, then make scheduled payments until 30 days before your program begins. At 30 days, the remaining balance will be due. The earlier you register, the lower your monthly payments will be.**
Company Reimbursement, Tax Savings and State Programs
Many insurance plans offer reimbursement on child care and extracurricular programs. Ask your employer if it offers benefits packages that include reimbursement on summer enrichment programs like Camp Invention.
Your registration confirmation can be used as a tax receipt. National Inventors Hall of Fame, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, and our federal tax ID number is 34-1580038.
Also, be sure to check out your state’s education websites to see if there are state-level programs that offer savings or reimbursement on summer enrichment programs.
Secure Your Spot and Save Today!
With several savings and payment options, it’s easier than ever to join in all the hands-on exploration at Camp Invention. Spots are filling up fast — find a camp in your area and secure your child’s place in the ultimate summer experience!
To learn more about the four exciting adventures your child will explore in the brand-new 2027 camp program, check out the hands-on fun and smiling faces in this video:
*Sibling discounts are valid only for children living in the same household. Discounts cannot be combined and are not applicable to Leaders-in-Training registrations.
**Registration for the payment plan option must be done by debit or credit card, with final payment received no later than 30 days before the start of your camp. Charges will appear as NIHF Programs-Camp Inv on credit card statements. Please ensure your card expiration date remains valid before your final scheduled payment date. Payments are accepted in full through Discover®, VISA®, MasterCard®, personal checks, travelers’ checks and money orders. Nonpayment or card declines will result in the cancellation of your registration order. Check our refund policy for more details.