They write the curriculum, we bring it to life! It’s a simple concept, but profound in how much content, knowledge and skill we are able to incorporate into a simple summer day. Our partners are the best Bay Area museums, and are dedicated to teaching children (and adults!). You probably know them, but in case you don’t, we’d love to introduce you to our amazing partners.

Exploratorium

The Exploratorium is a museum of science, art, and human perception founded in 1969. The Exploratorium’s mission is to create a culture of learning through innovative environments, programs, and tools that help people nurture their curiosity about the world around them. The Exploratorium designs the hands-on science activities for 2 out of the 3 weekly Camp Edmo Arts & Science themes and leads professional development training for all Edmo Science Instructors on how to most effectively teach kids through hands-on activities.

California Academy of Sciences

The Academy’s mission – to explore, explain and protect the natural world – extends to all corners of the institution; from a research expedition in the highlands of Papua New Guinea, to a teacher training program in a California classroom, to an interactive game on the museum exhibit floor The CA Academy of Sciences designs the hands-on activities for the natural science week at Camp Edmo and trains all Edmo Science Instructors on how to lead the activities.

Mocha

Since 1988, MOCHA has encouraged hands-on learning in the arts and has promoted the arts as a way to help children of all backgrounds develop as healthy, resourceful and involved citizens. MOCHA promotes the arts as an integral part of strong, vibrant communities. We provide opportunities for children to explore their creativity; design, implement and advocate for hands-on arts education programs; and emphasize outreach to children and families from low-income communities. The mission of MOCHA is to ensure that the arts are a fundamental part of the lives of all children. MOCHA designs art activities to compliment the science projects for all of Camp Edmo’s Arts & Science themes and trains all Edmo Art Instructors on how to lead the projects with kids.

Zeum

Zeum is a non-profit multimedia arts and technology museum with a mission to foster creativity and innovation in young people of all backgrounds, communities and learning styles. By providing hands-on experiences in four core creative processes (animation, sound and video production, live performance and visual arts), we encourage youth to share their stories, build their voices, and use multimedia tools for creative self-expression. Zeum aids in the design and Instructor training of our weekly Animation sessions.