The all-new 2026 Camp Invention® program, Spark, is coming to curious kids in your community this summer! Rising K-6 campers will collaborate with friends to tackle hands-on, open-ended challenges. They’ll team up with robotic capybaras, ride the waves of entrepreneurship, uncover the power of protecting their ideas and build a DIY space rocket! Each experience is designed to spark confidence, build persistence and create unforgettable summer memories. Visit invent.org/save/camp to secure your spot! Register using CIFUN25 by 3/31 to save $25 or CIFUN20 by 4/28 to save $20 when you register. Interest-free payment plans are available, making camp affordable for all families.

Step aboard the legendary Battleship USS Iowa on the LA Waterfront and explore seven decks of one of America’s most iconic naval vessels. Visitors can discover more than 75 exhibits and displays, including immersive National Museum of the Surface Navy experiences, massive 16-inch guns, missile systems, crew living spaces, bridges, and historic command areas. Videos, stories, and knowledgeable volunteers bring the ship’s history to life, while guided tours offer deeper behind-the-scenes access. Families can follow Vicky the Dog on an interactive scavenger hunt, making this 2–3 hour experience engaging for kids, history lovers, veterans, and curious visitors alike.