MVHS summer camps to be historical

Staff report

The Mahoning Valley Historical Society is hosting two summer camps at the Tyler Mahoning Valley History Center in July.

July 9-13: My Town, Your Town, Youngstown Summer Day Camp for ages 8-12.

Explore 10,000 years of history in 5 days with all new field trips, activities, and projects.

July 30-Aug. 3: Young Historians Summer Day Camp for ages 12-15.

Dive a bit deeper into local history as the campers learn what it’s like to be a real historian all while completing a special project like a website, video, or exhibit about a local history topic.

Camps will run from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. each day. The cost is $90 for MVHS members and $115 for nonmembers.

2018 Summer educational programs are supported by Ronald McDonald House Charities - full scholarships are available for camp attendees. Visitwww.mahoninghistory.org for application forms and camp registration forms.

Pre-registration is required for both camps. Contact 330-743-2589 or visit education@mahoninghistory.org for more information and to register.