Welcome!
What is archofacts Archaeology for kids?
We are an educational program bringing Archaeology, History, & Geography to life through hands-on activities. We offer classes, camps, field trips, & workshops to kids grades Tk-12th. Please see the links below to register for any of our upcoming events or email archofacts@gmail.com with any questions.
2025 Archaeology Summer Camps
2025 Balboa Park Summer Camp
2025 Balboa Park Summer Camp
2025 Balboa Park Summer Camp
📣 Calling kiddos ages 4-14
🤠Join us for an Archaeology Summer Camp Adventure 🤠
📍 Balboa Park
📅 July 14th–18th
🕘 9:00 AM–1:00 PM
Activities include:
Creating our own camp t-shirt
Visiting 1 museum each day
Archaeology/history themed projects based on what we see in the museums
Historical games
Making lasting Memories:)
2025 Whaley House Summer Camp
2025 Balboa Park Summer Camp
2025 Balboa Park Summer Camp
📣 Calling kiddos ages 7-12
🤠Join us for an Archaeology Summer Camp Adventure
📍 The Historic Whaley House, Old Town San Diego
📅 July 14th–18th
🕘 9:00 AM–12:00 PM
Activities include:
Creating our own camp t-shirt
Touring the Whaley House to study the artifacts on display
Archaeology/history themed projects based and activities
Historical games
Making lasting Memories:)
2024/2025 Classes & Field Trips!
Archofacts Archaeology for Kids Classes at Homeschool Enrichment Centers
Archofacts Archaeology for Kids Classes at Homeschool Enrichment Centers
Archofacts Archaeology for Kids Classes at Homeschool Enrichment Centers
We offer classes at all four Homeschool Enrichment Centers Campuses
*Lakeside *Bonita *Del Cerro *Riverside *Redlands
Archofacts Archaeology for Kids Field Trips
Archofacts Archaeology for Kids Classes at Homeschool Enrichment Centers
Archofacts Archaeology for Kids Classes at Homeschool Enrichment Centers
Field trips are available upon request through email at Archofacts@gmail.com and must meet the following requirements:
Must be for kiddos aged 4+
Minimum # of attendees is 15
Maximum # of attendees is 30 and at least 5 chaperones must be present
Meet the owner-Mrs. Allen
Melissa Allen was inspired to be an archaeologist when she was 8 years old after watching movies like Raiders of the Lost Ark, The Mummy, and Tomb Raider. She grew up to be an archaeologist in San Diego and started her business 'Archofacts' so she could teach children about a fun and adventurous career while also spending time with her 4
Melissa Allen was inspired to be an archaeologist when she was 8 years old after watching movies like Raiders of the Lost Ark, The Mummy, and Tomb Raider. She grew up to be an archaeologist in San Diego and started her business 'Archofacts' so she could teach children about a fun and adventurous career while also spending time with her 4 children. She teaches classes in archaeology, history, social studies, and geography by using real life archaeological methods and hands-on activities. She enjoys homeschooling and making memories with her family.
Meet the instructors-Miss Veronica
Miss Veronica is married with 2 children and is a native Californian. Veronica graduated from San Diego State University with a Bachelors of Science in Biology. She enjoys teaching all subjects but has a love for science and history. She has been an aide in classrooms, worked and tutored high school students in science, and worked with e
Miss Veronica is married with 2 children and is a native Californian. Veronica graduated from San Diego State University with a Bachelors of Science in Biology. She enjoys teaching all subjects but has a love for science and history. She has been an aide in classrooms, worked and tutored high school students in science, and worked with elementary school children. her husband is retired Navy, her daughter will be a college Sophomore in Fall 2023, and her son will be a 6th grader. She has been homeschooling her son for 6 years. She enjoys writing, crafting spending time with her family and working with children.
Meet the Instructors-Miss Ariana
Miss Ariana is a stay at home mom of two young children, her daughter is 4 years old and her son is 1 year old. During her time at home she went to school and graduated with her Masters degree in Education with an emphasis in Inspired Teaching. She completed her undergraduate degree with Bachelor of Science in Applied Exercise Science at
Miss Ariana is a stay at home mom of two young children, her daughter is 4 years old and her son is 1 year old. During her time at home she went to school and graduated with her Masters degree in Education with an emphasis in Inspired Teaching. She completed her undergraduate degree with Bachelor of Science in Applied Exercise Science at Azusa Pacific University. She has a love for Science, but is always eager to learn more about other subjects. She is also very fond of doing fun activities with her children and enjoys being outside adventuring. She is looking forward to teaching this Fall!
Meet the Instructors-Miss Macie
Miss Macie is an artist who moved to San Diego two years ago. She is originally from Sacramento where she found a love for art that brought her to Southern California. She has a passion for combining education with art and bringing out the creativity in all her students. When she is not teaching art or helping out in the classroom, she lo
Miss Macie is an artist who moved to San Diego two years ago. She is originally from Sacramento where she found a love for art that brought her to Southern California. She has a passion for combining education with art and bringing out the creativity in all her students. When she is not teaching art or helping out in the classroom, she loves painting and being out in nature. She also loves sudoku, cats, and snacking on yummy food.