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Historic Travellers Rest
May 31 - June 3
Time Travellers
June 6 - 10
Junior Docent Camp
June 13 - 17
Civil War Adventure
June 20 - 24
Tennessee Tales &
Legends
June 27 - July 1
History’s Mysteries
July 5 - July 9
Civil War Officer
Training Academy
July 11 - 15
Miss Mary’s Academy
July 11 - 15
War of 1812 Adventure
July 18 - 22
Stitching History
July 18 - 22
History’s Mysteries
July 25 - 29
Civil War Adventure
Travellers Rest has a unique tale to
tell from the ancient Mississippians
to the War of 1812 and the American
Civil War...so join us on an adventure
through American History!
Traveling through history with our
experienced education staff makes
summer much more stimulating & fun!
Travellers Rest Summer Camp offers
unique opportunities for kids to enjoy
summer while experiencing hands-on
historical experiences.
Register today to ensure availability,
or call 832-8197 for more information.
Register and pay on-line at:
www.travellersrestplantation.org
Discounts Available:
Early Bird Discount
10% off before May 28th
Junior Docent Discount
1/2 off 1 additional camp;
15% off any other camp; $25 off Miss Mary’s or Officer Training
Sibling Discount
20% off 1 sibling’s camp
War of 1812 Discount
Participants in Civil War
Adventure or Officer Training Academy will receive 20% off
of War of 1812 Adventure
*no more than 2 discounts may be applied
Time Travellers
Tighten up your courage, loosen your funny bone,
and set your imagination to warp speed for a trip
through Nashville’s BEST DAY CAMPS -
Civil War Adventure
Jr. Docent Training & Leadership
Go behind the scenes of Nashville’s oldest historic house
museum and experience history from the inside out!
Whether teaching quill pens or portraying a historic
character, junior docents learn about interpretation,
museum work, preservation & leadership while also
fostering a commitment to service. Price includes one
week of training & one week of your choice in leadership.
Date: June 6-10 & week of choice
Time: 9a.m.-3p.m.
Ages: 9-14
Cost: $305
*Jr Docents receive 50% off 1 additional camp with the exception of Miss
Mary’s Academy or Civil War Officer Training. Miss Mary’s, Officer Training
& History’s Mysteries are not available for week of choice.
Tennessee Tales & Legends
Tennessee history is filled with frontier heroes, creepy critters
& spine-tingling stories! Challenge your imagination with the
historical happenings of the mysterious, curious, the fantastical
& the just plain weird. Hear tall tales, seek hidden treasure, go
on our famous cryptid scavenger hunt, learn the mysterious
art of invisible ink, and write your own legendary tale!
Date: June 20-24
Time: 9a.m.-3p.m.
Ages: 7-14
Cost: $180
Date: June 13-17 & July 25-29
Time: 9a.m.-3p.m.
Ages: 7-14
Cost: $180
Civil War Officer Training Academy
AT-TEN-TION!!! CADETS, FALL IN!!! Officers Training
Academy is now accepting enlistment for a week of drills,
tactics, military strategy, and our famous flour-bomb
battles. Learn how Civil War Officers trained their
soldiers, prepared for battle, and entertained themselves
during downtime. All cadets will be loaned a uniform &
wooden training rifle for the week. Bring a parent for
the academy camp-out on Friday night, have a soldier’s
campfire breakfast, and attend the graduation ceremony
on Saturday morning.
It’s not just a camp, it’s an adventure!
Date: July 5-9
Time: 9a.m.-4p.m.
Ages: 10-16
Cost: $230
War of 1812 Adventure
History’s Mysteries
Every museum harbors a mystery...an unexpected artifact, a
haunting tale or perhaps something far more strange. Travel on
an adventurous journey through some of Nashville’s most
interesting museums and historic sites. Gather clues on the hunt
to solve the mystery. History is full of mysteries waiting for you
to solve...join us & become your own history detective!
Date: June 27-July 1 & July 18-22
Time: 9a.m.-3p.m.
The winter of 1864 brought two great armies to Travellers
Rest to fight the Battle of Nashville, a battle that would
decide the outcome of the war in Tennessee. Become a
soldier and learn what life was like; from drills to
meeting a Civil War soldier, experience your own
adventure!
Ages: 7-14
Cost: $180
Travel back in time to when soldiers, Native Americans,
pioneers, and frontier heroes fought to build a new
nation. Follow in the footsteps of adventurers like Red
Eagle, David Crockett, Sam Houston, and Andrew
Jackson. Learn about their adventures on the American
frontier...and experience your own!
Date: July 11-15
Time: 9a.m.-3p.m.
Ages: 7-14
Cost: $180
Embark on an adventure through time, exploring 1,000
years of Tennessee history, from the ancient Mississippian
Indians to early frontier history and from the Overton
family through the Civil War. Experience creative projects
such as gorget making, fun outdoor activities - and even
our famous flour bomb fights!
Ages: 7-14
Cost: $150
Date: May 31-June 3
Time: 9a.m.-3p.m.
Stitching History
Do you dream of being a fashion designer? Are you a fashionista
or crazy for costumes? Maybe you just enjoy creating beautiful
things from fabric...whatever the case, let your talent shine at
Stitching History Camp! Explore the fashions of the past while
learning the timeless art of hand-sewing, drafting patterns,
measuring, and even creating your own unique fashion pieces
inspired by history!
Date: July 18-22
Time: 9a.m.-3p.m.
Ages: 7-14
Cost: $180
Miss Mary’s Academy
Notice is hereby given that Miss Mary will be opening an
academy for the instruction of young ladies at the
residence of Judge Overton in Nashville, TN. Instruction
will be given in the art of sewing, dancing, penmanship,
and the general arts of becoming a lady of the year 1816.
Campers will dress in period clothing and attend classes
in the manner of a 19th century lady in our historic
buildings.
Join us for this unique living history experience!
Date: July 11-15
Time: 9a.m.-4p.m.
Ages: 10-16
Cost: $230
Before & After Care
Our counselor-supervised extended hours are for campers to watch
movies, read, get crafty, play and make new friends. Please note that
camp activities are not scheduled during this time. Campers are
allowed to bring books, tablets, video games, etc. to extended hours.
Before Care: 7:30a.m.-9a.m.
$40/week or $10/day
After Care: 3p.m. -5:30p.m.
$50/week or $12/day
Savings: Before & After Combo $80/week