Camp Kinderland
Founded in 1923 by Jewish activists as a retreat for their children from the tenements of NYC, Camp Kinderland is true to the vision of its founders. In a difficult world, we are an oasis for children; a place where they can be themselves, feel at ease, and work and play in an atmosphere of cooperation and trust. As at many camps, our campers play sports, swim and hike, gain new experiences in arts, drama, music, dance, nature and camping. But at Kinderland they also encounter ideals of social justice and peace. They don’t hesitate to sing a Yiddish labor song, paint a mural of Harriet Tubman or write a skit about putting an end to war—that’s just what you do at Camp Kinderland, where it is okay to think, to care, to question and to act. There is nothing quite like it; and it works because the values of community and culture, of justice and righteousness, are inextricably integrated with the friendship, the joy, the beauty, the sheer fun and adventure, of life at sleepaway camp. Please feel free to explore our website. We welcome your questions and look forward to meeting you!
Camp Kinderland is hosting open houses around the Northeast throughout January and February. These gatherings are a great opportunity for prospective campers and their families get to know some current camp families and staff, learn about the camp program and ask questions. We have the following events scheduled:
Philadelphia, PA, Sunday, January 29th Download Flyer
Brooklyn, NY, Saturday, Feb 4th Download Flyer
New Rochelle , NY, Sunday, Feb 5th Download Flyer
If you are interested in Camp Kinderland for your child, or you know a family who may be interested, please let us know. Send us an email, and tell them about these open houses.
Registration for the summer of 2012 has begun! To register your child please fill out the form at our registration page.
