The Museum Center at 5ive Points will host a Children’s Summer History Camp from July 21-25 for children ages 7 – 12 who are entering 2nd – 5th  grades. The theme of the week-long camp is: the Cherokee then and now. During the week children will be immersed in Cherokee culture of the past and present with a variety of activities and field trips that will help them explore the many facets of Cherokee culture and history. The camp meets from 9:00 – noon each day, except for one longer field trip day.

Each day will bring a new adventure. Sherry and Mark Finchum of Indian Creek Productions will be coming to present their program on Cherokee traditions of the past and present. They will bring many hands-on activities for the children, authentic Cherokee items and will share their vast knowledge of the Cherokee people. There will be a visit to Red Clay State Historic Site for a special tour of their new Three Sisters’ Garden and a hands-on project with the Site’s interpretive staff and a picnic lunch on the grounds. Another day will be a visit to Hair Conrad’s Cabin, which is on private property. Children will see the home of a Cherokee who not only was influential in Cleveland’s history, but who also led a contingent on the Trail of Tears. Other days will be filled with Cherokee storytelling and crafts.

Reservations and pre-payment for this fun-filled week are required by July 18th. The cost is $125 for children of museum members and $140 for children of non-members. To make a reservation and pre-pay, please come by the museum during museum hours Tuesday – Friday 10 – 5, Saturday 10 – 3, or to pay by credit card call the museum store at 339-5745 and ask for Tracy.

The Museum Center at 5ive Points preserves and interprets the history and culture of the Ocoee District of Southeast Tennessee. The museum hosts exhibits and education programs. The Museum’s store sells Appalachian arts and crafts from the region. Hours are Tuesday-Friday, 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., Saturday 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. The museum is closed Sundays, Mondays & Holidays. Admission is $5 for adults, $4 for seniors and students, and free for children under 5. Groups of 12 or more are $4 each. Members of the Museum Center receive free admission. For further information call 423-339-5745 or visit www.MuseumCenter.org.