Advanced Design Camp is geared for rising 7th-9th grade students ready to take their design and engineering skills to the next level. Building on the foundation established in Design Camp, this weeklong experience gives students opportunities to dive deeper into computer-aided design, 3D modeling and printing, coding, and robotics.

Students will move beyond introductory concepts to develop more sophisticated designs, explore the process of prototyping and iterative design, and see how digital ideas become physical objects. They’ll tackle hands-on challenges that encourage creativity, precision, iteration, and problem-solving, while drawing inspiration from the Museum’s world-class collection and the technology and design behind motorsports.

Advanced Design Camp is ideal for students who enjoy figuring out how things work, creating solutions, and turning their ideas into something tangible. With an emphasis on design, coding, and robotics, students will gain practical skills while discovering new possibilities in the world of motorsports and beyond.

Members: $325/student

Non-members: $375/student

Snacks and water will be provided each day, but campers will be asked to bring their own lunch.

Each week-long camp begins on Monday and concludes on Friday, running daily from 9:00am to 4:00pm. Students may be dropped off between 8:30-9:00am and picked up between 4:00-4:30pm.

To register your student, please click the desired dates below. Additional documentation will be emailed to you upon completion of the initial registration and payment of fees.

Registration will open in January 2027!

Week 1 – June 28-July 2, 2027

Week 2 – July 12-16, 2027

I’m having trouble registering. Who should I contact? Please email education@barbermuseum.org. 

Do I have to be a museum member for my child to attend? No. The camp is open to any eligible student. If a login window appears when you click the link to register, close it by clicking the X in the top right corner of the pop-up window. 

Who is eligible to participate in Advanced Design Camp? Rising 7th-9th grade students may participate. Have a rising 5th-6th grader? Check out Design Camp! 

Is completion of Design Camp required to participate in Advanced Design Camp? No. While it may be helpful for students to participate in Design Camp prior to attending Advanced Design Camp, it is not required. 

What are the hours of Advanced Design Camp? The camp begins at 9am and concludes at 4pm.

Is early drop-off or late pick-up available? Yes. Students can be dropped off as early as 8:30am and must be picked up by 4:30pm.

Where is the camp located? At the Barber Vintage Motorsports Museum – 6030 Barber Motorsports Parkway, Birmingham, AL 35094. 

Is lunch provided? No. Water and snacks will be provided, but students are responsible for bringing lunch each day.