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Learn at AMOS

The discovery that happens at AMOS camps makes concrete, measurable contributions to student success, not only in the classroom environment, but in broader measures of youth development, maturity, and career success.

Each week is filled with expert-designed STEAM programming to contribute to our campers’ interest in and understanding of concepts ranging from exploring our natural world, and computer programming to chemistry.

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Camps info

Registration

Camp Registration is Closed!

Please stay tuned for news on upcoming Winter Camp!

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camp menu

Please review our camp offerings. This guide is a comprehensive list of our offered programs as well as general information regarding camp registration, costs, and schedule.

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scholarships

AMOS is committed to providing science experiences to all children in Buncombe County. If you are looking for financial aid for the upcoming 2024 camp season, please fill out our scholarship form.

Apply here

Questions? Email us at [email protected]

STEAM lab

Try it. Test it. Make it. Break it. Try it again!

STEAM Lab is our community-led workshop space where guests of all ages can explore STEAM concepts through play, open-ended making, and silly design challenges. 

The STEAM Lab is our space where we tinker, experiment, and solve problems (imaginative and real world!)- working at our own pace to make discoveries and build confidence in trying new ideas, technologies, and materials. 

Every month we bring a new theme to the STEAM Lab with rotating challenges and activities, as well as other special programming experiences and facilitated projects alongside our AMOS Educators. 

Check out our Events Calendar for more information!

Kids in the lab learning about science.

Field trips

Our education team offers a wide variety of curriculum topics for all ages.

AMOS is proud to offer two options: museum field trips and educational outreach opportunities!

• You will be contacted within 5-7 business days regarding your request.
• Once a date is confirmed, you will be emailed a confirmation, contract, and full itinerary.
• Upon confirmation a 50% deposit and the signed contract are due.

Cancelling or rescheduling

  • Need to reschedule?

    To reschedule a field trip, please  e-mail [email protected].
    Be sure to include the original schedule date and the proposed reschedule dates (3 options preferred). If we are unable to reschedule you, please refer to our Cancellation & Refund Policy.

  • Severe weather/School closure exception

    If the visit cannot be rescheduled, a full deposit refund will be issued in cases of severe weather and school closure events.

  • Cancellation & refund policy

    For 100% deposit refund, cancelations must be made at least within 30 days of the scheduled date.
    For 50% deposit refund, cancelations must be made at least 15 days within the scheduled date.

    No deposit refunds will be made within 14 days of the scheduled visit date.
    No refunds for less than $10.00 will be issued. All refunds for check payments will be in the form of a post-mailed check.

Additional pricing

General admission with one program

Group Size: 15-75

Price per Student: $10.50

Price per Staff/Teacher: Complimentary

Price per Chaperone: $5.00

General admission with two programs

Group Size: 15-60

Price per Student: $19.00

Price per Staff/Teacher: Complimentary

Price per Chaperone: $5.00

Outreach programs (flat rates and travel fees may apply)

Group Size: 5+

Flat Rate: $200 per program

Price per Staff/Teacher: Complimentary

Outreach two programs (flat rates and travel fees may apply)

Group Size: 5+

Flat Rate: $400

Price per Staff/Teacher: Complimentary

Basic info

  • Lunch

    The AMOS classroom can be utilized as a lunch space, if and when it doesn’t conflict with the scheduled itinerary. Lunches (coolers) can be stored in the classroom, prior to lunchtime. AMOS Staff fridge and microwave are not generally available for use-please let a staff member know if you will be needing use of these appliances. Groups using the space are responsible for clean-up after their lunch. (Trash receptacles and bags will be provided by AMOS and all bagged trash will be disposed of by the museum)

  • Museum store

    Teachers can choose to let students shop in our Museum Store during their visit. Prices start with items at $0.50 (plus tax). Please let us know if you want time for your students to shop in advance so that we can include it in the visit itinerary. Teachers with valid ID receive a 10% discount in our store.

  • Group size

    Field Trip programs require a minimum of 15 students. 

    For Outreach programming, a minimum of 5 students/paid program participants are required.

    Groups with less than 15 paid participants may opt to pay the difference in order to participate.

  • Discounted pricing

    Discounted pricing is offered on a limited basis to those schools that qualify as Title I schools and need financial support for students who may not be able to attend a field trip. Please contact [email protected] for details.

  • Unloading/pick-up & parking information

    Unloading: Please turn right, onto Church Street (perpendicular to our front entrance), and pull over immediately after turning, to unload. Please wait for a museum staff member to come out to the bus, before unloading. We will assist with crosswalk crossing. Please have a final head count ready, broken into the following categories: Students, Staff and Chaperones.

    Parking: For large vans and buses, please refer to our AMOS Field Trip Parking document. Cars and small vans are recommended to park in the Rankin St. Garage. The first hour is free.

    Please Review the AMOS Bus Parking Information

  • Hurricane simulator

    Our Hurricane Simulator is an exhibit and costs an extra $2.00, paid into the simulator with dollar bills or credit cards. We recommend no more than 2-3 children at one time.

  • Field trip pricing

    Student- $10.50 each

    Chaperones – $5.00 each

    Teachers/Staff – Complimentary

    *Please note that deposits of 50% are required to secure reservations

Upcoming events & activities

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