Camp HQ is located on the second floor the Spy Museum at 800 F Street NW, Washington, DC 20004. Throughout the week “recruits” will run missions in the Museum’s neighborhood and to the National Mall. The week will also include a visit to FBI National Headquarters.
Campers must be 10 to 13 years old.
The Museum offers two separate weeks of Spy Camp (Monday through Friday). The programming for each week is exactly the same, so please only register your child for one week of camp. Week 1 will take place from August 1-5, 2016 and week 2 will take place from August 8-12, 2016. Check-in is from 8:30 to 9:00 AM each morning. Activities will begin promptly at 9:00 AM and will end promptly at 3:00 PM every day. Pick up is promptly at 3PM each day.
Register prior to April 15 and receive the early-bird rate of $415. After April 15th, the fee increases to $445. International Spy Museum Inner Circle members receive a discounted early-bird fee of $395 until April 15 and $415 after. Please note that the program fee is non-refundable.
All participants should enter through the Museum’s front entrance on F Street (between 8th and 9th Streets). We will provide curbside pick-up and drop-off service at the corner of F and 9th Streets throughout the week. On the first day of camp all campers must be escorted by an adult to registration within the Museum. For details about directions and parking please visit our Getting Here page.
No. The Museum will not check-in campers earlier than 8:30 AM. Camp staff is dismissed shortly after 3:00 PM, so campers are expected to be picked up by the designated adult (or free to leave on their own with a parent note) no later than 3:15 PM.
Campers should dress comfortably for activities both inside the Museum and outdoor missions. The Museum can get chilly so campers may want to bring a long sleeved shirt or sweatshirt for indoor activities. Campers should bring a packed lunch every day. We do not have a microwave or refrigerator available so please pack appropriate meal items.
Although we provide basic disguise materials, campers are encouraged to bring their own personal disguise materials (e.g. hats, scarves, sunglasses, wigs). Also please don’t forget your sense of adventure!
Campers should leave all portable electronics at home (including radios, iPods, and handheld games). Cell phones are permissible but must be silenced from 9:00 AM-3:00 PM. Candy, gum, and food other than lunch should be left at home. Also please leave all valuables at home. The International Spy Museum is not responsible for any lost or stolen items or money.
No. Campers are responsible for bringing their own lunch each day. A small snack and juice/water will be provided at approximately 10:30 AM each day. There will be a nut-free option for those with nut allergies (please indicate all allergies on medical forms).
Yes. The International Spy Museum has a team of dedicated adult “training officers” (aka camp counselors) who typically have education or museum degrees. The International Spy Museum requires a criminal background check for all Spy Camp staff. Campers are split into small teams of 8 or 9 campers with one training officer, who accompanies them at all times during Spy Camp. The camp also has three to four additional Museum staff who are responsible for directing the camp as well as assisting parents and campers with activities throughout the week. Additionally, teen volunteers (ages 15 to 18) assist each team and specialists, including intelligence community professionals, scientists, and martial arts instructors come in during camp to conduct various activities.
The Museum staff cannot dispense any medications (including sun block) without the completed consent form. If your child has a medical condition that may require self-medication (insulin, etc.) please indicate the specific condition and medication (dose, frequency, etc.) on the form so we can safely monitor your child throughout the week.
Yes, they can be placed on the same team or separate teams when requested. Teams typically consist of 8 to 9 children, are gender balanced and grouped by age.
Required paperwork must be filled out properly in order register. The information you will need includes:
*If the child is not a US citizens please provide their passport number.
We require payment by credit card or debit card. Credit cards are typically processed within 48 hours of submission. The program fee is non-refundable. A space cannot be reserved without full payment. An electronically signed media, liability release, and medical form will be required.
*Please note that activities listed are subject to change.
DAY ONE – MONDAY
Infiltration and Mission Briefing
DAY TWO – TUESDAY
Let’s Go Operational!
**We will be outside most of this day – sunscreen, hats, comfy shoes are imperative – also you might need a backpack. Lunches should be fully disposable.
DAY THREE – WEDNESDAY
Ninja and Spies and Lies
DAY FOUR – THURSDAY
Get Your Gadgets – FBI RECON.
DAY FIVE – FRIDAY
Operation Beat the Heat – Mission Accomplished?