Rocky Mount

Summer Camp 2025

Guiding Kids to Grow with Purpose

Through History, Nature, and Leadership

Young Pioneers (ages 5-8)

Frontier Leaders (ages 9-12)

The Historic Site

Schools Love,

Now Your Child's

Summer Adventure.

Teachers Trust Us With Their Students.

Now Your Family Can, Too.

Every school year, teachers choose Rocky Mount to create lasting educational memories for their students. They trust us because we deliver more than dates and facts—we transport children to the 1790s for experiences that stick.

Our summer programs take that same educational magic and expand it into a week-long journey of discovery. Here, where Tennessee's story began as the first capital of the Southwest Territory, your child will do more than learn about the past—they'll live it, building confidence and a unique perspective along the way.

A Foundation of Trust & Safety:

  • 📚 School-Approved: Regional educators consistently choose Rocky Mount for immersive learning

  • 🛡️ Safety First: Professional staff trained and background-checked to ensure a safe environment

  • 🏛️ State Historic Site: Managed by preservation experts from the Rocky Mount Historical Association

  • 👥 Small Group Ratios: Personal attention with low camper-to-counselor ratios

The Rocky Mount

Difference:

Real History

Real Adventure

Real Growth

While other camps create temporary fun, we provide adventure rooted in something real. At Rocky Mount, history isn't trapped in textbooks—it's something you touch, create, and experience.

Your child will:

  • 🏛️ Step into history at the birthplace of Tennessee, the original capital where frontier government took shape

  • 🎭 Join trained interpreters for daily adventures in authentic frontier life

  • 🛠️ Master 18th-century skills and games that build modern confidence

  • ⭐ Discover their own courage on the ground where Tennessee's first government took shape

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Parent Perspective

"My daughter came home talking about Governor Blount like he was her neighbor. She learned more history in one week than all year at school—and loved every minute."

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Our Promise

When you choose Rocky Mount, you're choosing authentic frontier buildings, proven educational excellence, and a summer your child will never forget.

Two Paths, One Mission

Growing Confident Kids

⭐ Young Pioneers

(Ages 5 – 8)

First Adventures,

Forever Memories

The Young Pioneer Promise: Your little one will discover big courage in our perfectly-sized adventures. Designed for first-time campers and gentle hearts, this program builds confidence one small victory at a time.

Your Young Pioneer will:

  • 🌅 Start each day with Circle Time songs and sharing

  • 🕯️ Create simple frontier crafts they'll actually finish

  • 🐰 Meet friendly heritage animals (think rabbits and sheep)

  • 🎯 Play historical games sized for little legs

  • 📖 Wind down with stories and reflection

🧭 Frontier Leaders

(Ages 9 – 12)

Where Leaders Rise &

Adventures Get Real

The Frontier Leader Challenge: They're ready for more than crafts and games. This is where your child discovers what they're truly capable of—through real responsibility, authentic challenges, and leadership that matters.

Your Frontier Leader will:

  • 👥 Rotate through leadership positions (real titles, real responsibility)

  • 🔥 Master advanced pioneer skills (fire tending, orienteering, tool use)

  • 🏪 Run the general store and make frontier decisions

  • 🐑 Care for larger heritage animals with daily responsibilities

  • 🪶 Journal their growth with quill pens

Your Camp Day

Made Simple

Simple logistics for a smooth camp experience

How Camp Works

📅 Regular Hours: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM, Monday through Friday

⏰ Extended Care Options:

  • Early Drop-off: 8:30 AM (includes breakfast)

  • Late Pickup: Until 4:00 PM

  • Extended Care Fee: $50/week for either or both

What to Bring 🎒 Pack Daily:

  • Lunch (refrigeration available)

  • Refillable water bottle

  • Change of clothes (they WILL get dirty!)

  • Sunscreen (please apply before arrival)

What We Provide:

✓ Early arrivals: Cereal & milk, oatmeal, fresh fruit (bananas, apples)

✓ All campers: Afternoon snack

✓ Everything else: Craft materials, activity supplies, and adventure

Drop-off & Pick-up:

📍 Location: Main parking area at Rocky Mount State Historic Site

✋ Required: Parent/guardian must sign in and out daily

🚗 First Day Tip: Arrive 10 minutes early for quick orientation

Good to Know

  • Label everything with your child's name

  • Dress for mess - old clothes recommended

  • Closed-toe shoes required (no sandals)

  • We're outside rain or shine!

Summer Camp Pricing

Weekly rates and payment options

At Rocky Mount, $50 a day

becomes so much more

✓ 6 hours of hands-on learning at a real historic site

✓ Trained educators who see their potential

✓ Daily animal interactions that teach responsibility

✓ Leadership moments that build lasting confidence

✓ New friendships formed through real adventures

✓ Stories they'll share for years to come

An investment in their growth that pays dividends long after summer ends.

2025 Weekly Rates

  • Single Child: $250 per week

  • Siblings: $225 per week (save $25)

  • Extended Care: +$50 per week

Two-Step Payment Plan

  1. Reserve Today: $125 deposit per child

  2. First Day of Camp: Remaining $125 balance

What's Included:

✓ Monday-Friday, 9 AM - 3 PM programming

✓ All activities and instruction

✓ Craft materials and supplies

✓ Daily afternoon snack

✓ End-of-week showcase

Extended Care Details

  • Hours: 8:30 AM early drop-off, 4:00 PM late pickup

  • Includes: Morning breakfast options for early arrivals

  • Cost: $50 for the full week (not daily)

Register for

Summer 2025

Secure your spot online in minutes

Session Dates

Week 1: June 16-20

Week 2: June 23-27

Week 3: July 7-11

Week 4: July 14-18

How to Register

✓ Online: Complete registration and pay your $125 deposit below

✓ Questions? Call us at (423) 538-7396