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Freetown Village Summer Camp

Last updated Feb 23, 2026Virtual Camp Fair

This page still shows the camp’s 2026 details. We’ll update it when the camp shares its 2027 dates, hours and prices. For the latest, visit the camp’s website.

AgesAges 5–14

2026 datesJune 1 – July 17

Hours8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Kind of campDay camp

Camper ratio1:15

Six exciting weeks of creativity and discovery! Campers dive into hands-on activities that spark imagination and build confidence while exploring Indiana and African American history and culture. Each week wraps up with a showcase where campers take the spotlight and celebrate what they’ve created.

Camp details

2026 dates: June 1 - July 17
Hours: 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Ages: 5-14
Who can attend: Male and Female
Type of camp: Day Camp
Special needs: N/A
Activities: Academic enrichment, arts & crafts, theater, hands-on activities, recreation, weekly field trips

Q&A with Freetown Village Summer Camp

What makes Freetown Village Summer Camp unique?

Our summer camp gives kids a fun, low-tech space to unplug, connect, and grow. Campers build real-world skills while exploring history, discovering their community, and diving into hands-on activities that spark curiosity. With plenty of teamwork, face-to-face connection, arts and crafts, and creative performance opportunities, they develop confidence, interpersonal skills, and a strong sense of belonging.

What activities are offered at Freetown Village Summer Camp?

Academic enrichment (math, language arts, social studies), arts and crafts, theater, hands-on projects, manners and etiquette lessons, team-building activities, chess, and weekly field trips.

What is the typical daily schedule at Freetown Village Summer Camp?

SAMPLE DAILY SCHEDULE (EXCLUDING FIELD TRIP DAY)
8:30 a.m. – 8:50 a.m. Morning Assembly
8:50 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. Small Group Activities, Snack/Recreation Break
11:35 a.m. – 12:50 p.m. Lunch and Recess
1:00 p.m. – 3:05 p.m. Large Group Activities
3:10 p.m. – 3:40 p.m. Snack, Afternoon Break
3:45 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. Closing Assembly
4:00 p.m. – 4:29 p.m. Pick Up

How much time do campers spend outside?

Weather permitting, our campers will spend 60 – 90 minutes outdoors. There is a morning break (20 minutes), recess (45 minutes), and an afternoon break (20 minutes).

What is the camper-to-counselor ratio?

The ratio for most activities is 1:15.

How old are the counselors, and how are they trained?

Our lead instructors are active/retired educators with years of professional experience. Classes are co-facilitated with our junior instructors, who are former campers themselves, are high school/college age students.