Your safety, and that of our team, continues to be our top priority, and we’re following procedures and guidelines laid out by the CDC and local health officials. We have new policies in place to limit the spread of COVID-19 and keep our camps running as smoothly as possible for all involved. If you have any questions about the precautions we’re taking, email us at camp@brooklynmuseum.org.
Before camp begins
- Campers who have tested positive for COVID-19, or who are living in a household with someone who has tested positive, within the past 14 days may not attend camp programs until their symptoms have resolved and they receive a negative COVID-19 test.
- If a camper feels unwell, has a high temperature, or is experiencing COVID-19 symptoms, they must stay home until symptoms resolve and they receive a negative COVID-19 test.
The camp day
- Camp is a mask-friendly environment. If your child wishes to wear a mask, they are welcome to do so. Disposable masks will be provided to campers who need them.
- Students will be provided with their own dedicated workspace and art materials for the week. All non-disposable supplies (scissors, iPads, etc.) and work stations will be thoroughly cleaned between sessions.
- Campers will be required to wash their hands upon entering the building, before and after meals, and throughout the day; hand sanitizer will be available at all times.
- Lunch and recess will take place outdoors whenever possible, and if indoors, appropriate spacing will be implemented. Campers are required to bring their own refillable water bottle, lunch, snacks, and utensils each day (an insulated lunchbox is recommended).
Additional safety and hygiene precautions
- Day camp staff will meet all requirements for health exams and vaccinations as set by the NYC Department of Health.
- The Museum’s ventilation system has been upgraded to meet the recommendations of the CDC for increased air flow and filtration.
COVID-19 symptoms and positive cases at camp
- If a camper becomes ill during the camp day, they will be immediately quarantined away from others and the parent/guardian will be notified to come and pick up the camper.
- If the parent/guardian of a camper develops symptoms or becomes ill during the day, an alternate adult or emergency contact should pick up the camper at the end of the day.
- If a staff member becomes ill, they will be sent home immediately and will not return until their symptoms have resolved and they receive a negative COVID-19 test.
- Families will be notified as soon as possible if a camper or staff member in their group has symptoms or tests positive for COVID-19.
Refund policy
- If a camper is unable to attend camp due to COVID-19 symptoms (their own or a family member's), a refund will be offered for days missed; please notify us immediately at camp@brooklynmuseum.org if symptoms develop.