Camp Upstander & Upstander Institute
Summer Camps
CAMP UPSTANDER
For the past two years, Camp Upstander has welcomed campers to participate in daily
activities around themes such as embracing differences and spreading kindness. Our Museum Educators have provided age-appropriate activities, including crafts, reading, and discussion, to explore these Upstanders themes. Camp Upstander’s mission is to instill in kids the skills to become Upstanders in their community.
This year, the Dallas Holocaust and Human Rights Museum is pleased to partner with the Aaron Family Jewish Community Center (JCC) to bring its Camp Upstander programming to the JCC’s Camp Chai. Our Museum Education staff will also provide Camp Chai counselors with follow-up activities for the week. This partnership brings two summer camps with similar values and missions together.
UPSTANDER INSTITUTE
Join us for one of our 2025 Upstander Institute sessions.
Upstanders in Action: A Leadership Institute for Future Upstanders (June 23-27)
This hybrid institute for incoming 9th-12th grade students explores the impact of historical Upstanders to gain community leadership skills. Students will use these skills to build their own community project.
History in Focus: Interpreting the Past to Inform the Present (July 14-18)
This hybrid institute for 7th-8th graders offers an introduction to the study of history through hands-on analysis of artifacts, primary sources, and personal testimonies. Students will learn to explore the stories that shape our past.
For questions, email Mason Kelly, Student Experience Manager at mkelly@dhhrm.org.
An Immersive, Interactive Journey Unlike Any Other
Please join us for a visit. Unforgettable doesn't begin to describe the experience.