Description: Pioneer Camp 2026
Location: Cordell Hull Birthplace State Park
Join us for Pioneer Camp, a unique four-day experience for children ages 11–14. Held from July 13th - 16th, this immersive camp runs daily from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM and offers a perspective of what life would have been like for children in the 1800s.
Campers will experience traditional crafts such as basket weaving, pottery, cloth dyeing, spinning, needle felting, and more. They’ll also explore archaeology, caving, and land navigation, with outdoor challenges and historic games creating an experience that brings Tennessee’s pioneer past to life in a fun and memorable way.
Participants will need to bring their own lunch each day.
The cost to attend is $50 per participant.
For more information on what to expect, please read the attached Essential Eligibility Criteria.
A full schedule will be sent out to registered participants.
Event Document:
Essential Eligibility Criteria
Program Host: Monique Hodge
Contact Email: monique.johnson@tn.gov
Contact Phone: 931-864-3247
Meeting Place: Park Office