Camp Flashback Holiday Camps

Step Back in Time During School Breaks

When school is out, history comes alive at the 1870 Donaldson-Bannister Farm. Camp Flashback’s Thanksgiving and Winter Break Editions invite children ages 6-12 to explore the past through hands-on activities, creative projects, games, challenges, and interactive experiences.

Campers learn by doing, make new friends, try new skills, and enjoy memorable days in one of Dunwoody’s most distinctive historic settings.

Families may register for the full camp or choose individual days that work best for their schedules. Extended care is available from 8:00-9:00 a.m. and 3:00-5:00 p.m. for added convenience. Registration opens October 1, and families who register by October 26 will receive a $20 per child, per day early-bird discount. After the discount period ends, camp is $100 per child, per day.

Registration fees support exceptional educational programming while helping preserve and maintain Donaldson-Bannister Farm for future generations.

Why Families Choose Camp Flashback

  • Hands-on history and learning through doing
  • Creative projects, games, and themed challenges
  • A one-of-a-kind setting at the historic Donaldson-Bannister Farm
  • A welcoming environment led by experienced educators and counselors
  • Opportunities to build friendships, confidence, curiosity, and new skills
  • Flexible registration by the full camp or individual day

Camp Flashback:
Thanksgiving Edition

A School Break Filled with Gratitude, Creativity, and Old-Fashioned Fun

Celebrate Thanksgiving week with hands-on history, seasonal projects, active games, and special experiences at the Farm. Each day offers a different mix of creativity, teamwork, problem-solving, and play.

Sample activities may include:

  • How to Catch a Turkey scavenger hunt
  • Gratitude Tree
  • Pumpkin catapult
  • Who Stole the Thanksgiving Feast escape room
  • Petting zoo visit
  • Finger knitting, candle making, and friendship bracelet weaving
  • Homemade biscuit making
  • Outdoor play, team challenges, and seasonal games

Dates: November 23-27, 2026; closed Thursday, November 26, for Thanksgiving Day
Hours: 9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.
Ages: 6-12
Registration: Full-camp and individual-day options; space is limited.

Camp Flashback:
Winter Break Edition

Celebrate the Season and Welcome a New Year at the Farm

Winter Break brings a fresh lineup of themed activities that connect history, creativity, cultural traditions, teamwork, and fun. Campers will explore, make, play, and celebrate together as the year comes to a close.

  • Snow & Snowman Day: snow-themed crafts, games, and a story circle
  • Holidays Around the World: activities exploring traditions from different cultures
  • New Year’s Fun: fizzing fireworks, goal jars, charades, and more
  • Winter crafts, games, team challenges, and seasonal surprises

Dates: December 28-31, 2026
Hours: 9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.
Ages: 6-12
Registration: Full-camp and individual-day options; space is limited.

Camp Information

Location: Donaldson-Bannister Farm, 4831 Chamblee Dunwoody Road, Dunwoody, GA 30338

Rate: $100 per child, per day

Early bird discount: $20 off per child, per day when registration is completed before October 26, 2026. Early bird rate: $80 per child, per day.

Extended care: $25 per child, per day for any extended care used between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. The flat fee applies whether a camper uses early drop-off, late pick-up, or both.

What to bring: A water bottle, lunch, and a snack. Camp Flashback is peanut-free; please do not send food containing peanuts.

Questions: Contact Kristin Simons, Executive Director

About Camp Flashback

Camp Flashback is the signature youth education program of the Dunwoody Preservation Trust, the nonprofit organization that preserves and operates the historic Donaldson-Bannister Farm.

Through hands-on activities, games, challenges, and creative projects, children experience history by doing rather than simply reading about it.

Registration fees support high-quality educational programming led by experienced educators while helping preserve and maintain the historic Donaldson-Bannister Farm for future generations.

Refund and Attendance Policy

Camp Flashback programs are planned and staffed based on enrollment numbers. As a result, cancellations can significantly affect camp operations and the educational mission of the Dunwoody Preservation Trust.

  • Cancellations made more than 14 days before the start of a camp week will receive a full refund, minus the administrative fee.
  • No refunds will be issued within 14 days of the camp week, including cancellations due to vacations, schedule conflicts, sports tournaments, competitions, changes in plans, or other personal circumstances.
  • Campers registered within 14 days of the start of camp are not eligible for refunds, whether registered for individual days or the entire camp.
  • No refunds or credits will be provided for missed camp days, late arrivals, early departures, or changes to attendance after registration.
  • Camp registrations may not be transferred to another camper or another camp week without approval from Camp Flashback administration.
  • In the event of illness or emergency, requests may be reviewed on a case-by-case basis and may require documentation.

By registering for Camp Flashback, families acknowledge and agree to this refund and attendance policy.