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The Historic Overlook House

The Historic Overlook House

6/22-6/26 Morning - Portland Summer Camp: LEGO Toy Designers

LEGO Toy Designers

In this creative engineering camp, campers step into the role of Toy Designers as they imagine, build, and test moving toys for a toy factory using LEGO® materials.

Campers will learn how to:

  • Design and build moving toy models using simple mechanisms and motors

  • Apply the engineering design process: imagine, build, test, and improve

  • Develop creativity and innovation by turning ideas into working designs

  • Strengthen problem-solving skills through hands-on experimentation

  • Practice collaboration and communication while sharing and refining ideas

Through open-ended challenges and guided prompts, campers are encouraged to take the lead in their designs, explore multiple solutions, and improve their creations through testing and iteration. No prior experience is required—this camp is designed to build confidence, spark imagination, and introduce foundational engineering skills in a fun, playful way.

By the end of the camp, campers will have created original toy designs, developed core STEAM skills, and gained confidence as creative thinkers and builders.

📍Camp Details

Location: The Historic Overlook House - 3839 N Melrose Dr, Portland, OR 97227

Dates: 6/22/26-6/26/26

Time: 9:00am-12:00pm

Ages: 6-10

Make It a Full Day of STEAM Fun!
Sign up for both a morning and afternoon camp, and your child can stay with us for a supervised lunch in between — no need for pick-up and drop-off!

After clicking “Add to Cart,” please click the cart icon in the top right to complete registration.

$250.00 $275.00
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6/22-6/26 Afternoon- Portland Summer Camp: Robot Ready with mBot2

Robot Ready with mBot2

In this advanced robotics camp, campers dive deeper into mechanical, electrical, and software engineering as they build and program robots using the mBot2.

Campers will learn how to:

  • Build and program robots using motors, sensors, and block-based coding

  • Apply logic, sequencing, and problem-solving to complete robotics challenges

  • Explore core engineering concepts across mechanical, electrical, and software systems

  • Test, troubleshoot, and refine designs through hands-on experimentation

  • Work independently and collaboratively to solve increasingly complex tasks

Through challenge-based learning and guided exploration, campers strengthen their coding skills while gaining a deeper understanding of how robots work. This camp is designed for students ready to move beyond introductory robotics and build confidence tackling more complex engineering challenges.

By the end of camp, campers will have expanded their robotics skill set and be better prepared for future STEAM learning opportunities.

📍Camp Details

Location: The Historic Overlook House - 3839 N Melrose Dr, Portland, OR 97227

Dates: 6/22/2026-6/26/2026

Time: 12:30pm-3:30pm

Ages: 7-12

Make It a Full Day of STEAM Fun!
Sign up for both a morning and afternoon camp, and your child can stay with us for a supervised lunch in between — no need for pick-up and drop-off!

After clicking “Add to Cart,” please click the cart icon in the top right to complete registration.

$250.00 $275.00
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7/20-7/24 Morning - Portland Summer Camp: LEGO Architects

LEGO Architects

In this hands-on design and engineering camp, campers step into the role of Architects as they explore architecture, engineering, and creative design using LEGO® bricks. Through engaging daily challenges, campers learn how real-world structures are imagined, designed, and built.

Campers will learn how to:

  • Design and build structures using LEGO® bricks with a focus on form and function

  • Explore basic architecture and engineering concepts such as balance, stability, and scale

  • Apply the engineering design process: plan, build, test, and improve

  • Strengthen problem-solving skills through creative design challenges

  • Practice collaboration and communication while sharing ideas and refining designs

Through open-ended building challenges and guided prompts, campers are encouraged to think like architects—experimenting with designs, testing structures, and improving their builds through iteration. No prior experience is required; this camp is designed to build confidence, creativity, and foundational STEAM skills in a fun, engaging environment.

By the end of the camp, campers will have collaboratively designed and built a LEGO® city, developed core STEAM skills, and gained confidence as creative designers and builders. 

📍Camp Details

Location: The Historic Overlook House - 3839 N Melrose Dr, Portland, OR 97227

Dates: 7/20/2026-7/24/26

Time: 9:00am-12:00pm

Ages: 6-10

Make It a Full Day of STEAM Fun!

Sign up for both a morning and afternoon camp, and your child can stay with us for a supervised lunch in between — no need for pick-up and drop-off!

After clicking “Add to Cart,” please click the cart icon in the top right to complete registration.

$250.00 $275.00
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7/20-7/24 Afternoon - Portland Summer Camp: Intro to Robotics

Intro to Robotics: Amazing Amusement Park

Step right up to the ultimate hands-on robotics adventure! In Amazing Amusement Park, young engineers and curious creators will design, build, and program their very own amusement park rides using LEGO® SPIKE™ Essentials.

This beginner-friendly robotics camp introduces campers to the world of engineering and coding as they bring their creations to life. Campers will explore motors, lights, and sensors while learning the basics of programming to make rides spin, light up, and move just like a real amusement park. Along the way, they’ll practice problem-solving, teamwork, and creative thinking as they test, tweak, and improve their designs.

No prior robotics or coding experience is needed—just imagination and excitement to build! By the end of camp, kids will walk away with a strong foundation in robotics, increased confidence with technology, and a whole lot of pride in what they’ve created.

Perfect for first-time coders and budding engineers who love to build, tinker, and ask “What if?”

📍Camp Details

Location: The Historic Overlook House

Dates: 7/20/2026-7/24/2026

Time: 12:30pm-3:30pm

Ages: 6-10

Make It a Full Day of STEAM Fun!

Sign up for both a morning and afternoon camp, and your child can stay with us for a supervised lunch in between — no need for pick-up and drop-off!

After clicking “Add to Cart,” please click the cart icon in the top right to complete registration.

$250.00 $275.00
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7/27-7/31 Morning - Portland Summer Camp: LEGO Game Makers

LEGO Game Makers

In this interactive design and engineering camp, campers step into the role of Game Makers as they imagine, build, and test original LEGO® games. From mazes and racing challenges to board games and video game–inspired levels, campers explore how games are designed to be fun, fair, and engaging.

Campers will learn how to:

  • Design and build original LEGO® games using creative rules and mechanics

  • Explore foundational game design concepts such as goals, challenges, and player experience

  • Apply the engineering design process: imagine, build, test, and improve

  • Strengthen problem-solving and critical thinking skills through iterative playtesting

  • Practice communication and collaboration while sharing feedback and refining designs

Through open-ended challenges and guided prompts, campers are encouraged to think like designers—experimenting with ideas, testing gameplay, and improving their creations based on feedback. No prior experience is required; this camp is designed to build confidence, creativity, and foundational STEAM skills in a fun, playful way.

By the end of the camp, campers will have created original LEGO® games, developed core STEAM and design-thinking skills, and showcased their creations at an exciting Game Expo.

📍Camp Details

Location: The Historic Overlook House - 3839 N Melrose Dr, Portland, OR 97227

Dates: 7/27/26-7/31/26

Time: 9:00am-12:00pm

Ages: 6-10

Make It a Full Day of STEAM Fun!

Sign up for both a morning and afternoon camp, and your child can stay with us for a supervised lunch in between — no need for pick-up and drop-off!

After clicking “Add to Cart,” please click the cart icon in the top right to complete registration.

$250.00 $275.00
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7/27-7/31 Afternoon - Portland Summer Camp: Bricks & Bots

Bricks & Bots: LEGO® AI Adventures Camp


Kids build robots. Then they teach them to think.
This week-long camp shows young learners how artificial intelligence actually works by letting them create it themselves. Using LEGO® bricks and beginner coding platforms, campers build models that respond to sensors, make decisions, and solve problems. We start simple. How does a voice assistant know what you're saying? Why can some robots sort objects by color? How does a self-driving car know when to stop? Kids explore these questions by programming LEGO® creations that do the same things. Each day brings a new challenge. One day campers might build a robot that reacts to touch sensors. Another day they'll create a sorting system that recognizes patterns. By Friday, they're designing their own AI-inspired inventions.


What kids learn:

  • How code tells machines what to do

  • Basic AI concepts: inputs, outputs, patterns, decision-making

  • Building and programming LEGO® models

  • The engineering process: plan, build, code, test, fix, improve

  • Working in teams to solve real problems

  • Thinking like an engineer (and having fun doing it)


Younger kids focus on foundational coding with guided builds. Older students tackle more complex programming challenges and open-ended projects. Everyone works at their level. We also talk about AI responsibly. What's fair? What's not? When should humans make decisions instead of machines? These conversations matter. By the end of camp, every kid leaves with something they built and programmed themselves. More importantly, they see technology as something they can create, not just consume. No coding experience needed. Just bring curiosity and a willingness to experiment.

📍Camp Details

Location: The Historic Overlook House - 3839 N Melrose Dr, Portland, OR 97227

Dates: 7/27/2026 - 7/31/2026

Time: 12:30pm-3:30pm

Ages: 7-12

Make It a Full Day of STEAM Fun!

Sign up for both a morning and afternoon camp, and your child can stay with us for a supervised lunch in between — no need for pick-up and drop-off!

After clicking “Add to Cart,” please click the cart icon in the top right to complete registration.

$250.00 $275.00
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Multi-Camp & Sibling Discount!

Register one child for 2 or more camps or sign up siblings, and you'll receive 10% off your total registration. 

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