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A local camp for future presidents!

It seems there’s a camp for everyone these days, and if your young one is feeling presidential this summer, this one’s for them! Learn more with Jade Thomas, 2015 Future Presidents of America Scholar, and Roger Hardig, VP of Education, Benjamin Harrison Presidential Site.

Here are all the details:

APPLICATION INFORMATION:

Space is limited to 20 children (ages 12-16). The cost per student is $400 for non-members and $375 for members. All applications are considered on an individual basis through May 31, 2016, or until the program reaches capacity. To access and download the application and instructions for submission, visit http://www.bhpsite.org/events/future-presidents-of-america.ABOUT THE BENJAMIN HARRISON PRESIDENTIAL SITE:

The Benjamin Harrison Presidential Site celebrates the remarkable legacy of America’s Hoosier President. The museum is a national historic landmark situated within easy walking distance of downtown Indianapolis and the bustling 16th Street corridor. The 1875 Italianate mansion is exquisitely restored, and has an exceptional collection of more than 10,000 artifacts. Daily tours of the property include a 75 minute guided tour through the Harrison house and private quarters. Highlights include an awe-inspiring collection of Gilded Age finery, paintings, furniture and personal presidential gifts and mementos. The privately operated, non-profit organization receives no direct tax support and is dedicated to sharing the life stories, arts and culture of an American President to increase public participation in the American system of self-government.

Happening in Indianapolis this summer: Future Presidents of America

Youth Leadership Camp

June 27-July 1

Innovative week-long summer camp open to young leaders ages 12-16 at the nationally renowned Benjamin Harrison Presidential Site in Indianapolis. Now accepting applications!

Behind the Scenes

Using the American presidency as a lens of understanding, participants will explore a panoramic view of issues relevant to all leaders across the ages. From the country’s heroic 18th century origins to the 23rd president and into the 21st century, participants will engage in an immersive history experience that includes special interactive sessions and up-close experiences with historic artifacts.

Special opportunities include the chance to meet and engage with a diverse group of business and community leaders, joining the federal court’s summer naturalization ceremony and a visit to the president’s tomb at historic Crown Hill Cemetery, one of the largest and most celebrated private cemeteries in the country.

Young leaders will also have the opportunity to share their voices in lively debates and thought provoking discussions on what it means to be a good citizen while simultaneously investigating the challenges and opportunities facing every president – yesterday, today and tomorrow.Programming

Each day’s programming and field trips focus on a set of themes that explore rich history through compelling and insightful stories of success in the face of challenge and adversity:

• MONDAY (June 27): Confidence & Qualifications

• TUESDAY (June 28): Duty, Honor & Sacrifice

• WEDNESDAY (June 29): Poise & Policy

• THURSDAY (June 30): Communitas & Civitas

• FRIDAY (July 1): E Pluribus Unum

To learn more, visit www.PresidentBenjaminHarrison.org.