Barber Design Camp 2026 is here! Rising 5th-6th grade students will dive into the world of science, technology, engineering, art, math, and design at the Barber Vintage Motorsports Museum and Park! Students will engage in a variety of hands-on activities, from designing model vehicles using computer aided design and artificial intelligence to learning the mechanics of motorcycles. With access to the Museum’s incredible collection and the park’s inspiring setting, students will ignite their creativity and problem-solving skills while having fun. This camp is perfect for young innovators ready to dream big!

In addition to offering TWO weeks of Design Camp, we’re also happy to announce a new program – Advanced Design Camp! This camp is the next step for rising 7th-9th grade innovators ready to take their skills to the next level! Building on the foundation of Design Camp, students will deepen their experience with computer-aided design, 3D modeling, and 3D printing while exploring engineering and robotics through the lens of motorsports. This weeklong experience is perfect for curious problem-solvers ready to engineer boldly, design with purpose, and push their creativity into high gear!

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.

DESIGN CAMP

We are offering Design Camp twice this summer! Each week-long camp begins on Monday and concludes on Friday, running daily from 9:00am to 4:00pm. Early and late drop-off/pick-up options are available for added convenience.

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.

Week 1 – June 8-12

Week 2 – June 15-19

ADVANCED DESIGN CAMP

Advanced Design camp will also be a week-long program beginning on Monday and concluding on Friday, running daily from 9:00am to 4:00pm. Early and late drop-off/pick-up options are available for added convenience.

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

Week 1 – July 13-17

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 Design Camp? Rising 5th-6th grade students may participate.

Who is eligible to participate in Advanced Design Camp? Rising 7th-9th grade students may participate. Students are not required to complete Design Camp prior to participating in Advanced Design Camp.

What are the hours of Design Camp and 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.