The last Justice Camp I ran, in June 2026, was phenomenal—if I do say so myself.

I wish you could have been there. (And if you were there and you're thinking about coming again, I really hope you do. There isn't a single person from the last camp that I wouldn't love to spend another week with.)

The best part? We're doing it all over again.

This time, instead of a fictional case, we'll dive into the story of a real person who committed a real crime and explore one of the most fascinating trials in American history.

I honestly think the things you'll learn that week will stay with you for the rest of your life.

So how can I convince you it's worth giving up part of your summer?

Here's my offer: Give me one day.

Come to the first day of camp and see what you think. If you decide it's not for you, don't come back on day two, and your parents will receive a full refund. No hard feelings.

So what will we actually do?

We'll spend some time sitting in a real courtroom, watching the justice system in action. We'll learn how laws work, how trials are conducted, and what justice really means in America (as much as we learn in about 27 hours). We'll watch a movie or two, play games, investigate evidence, question witnesses, and prepare for our own mock trial.

On the last day, we'll have a big potluck because we'll be there all day getting ready for your families to come watch the trial you've worked so hard to create.

We'll laugh. We might even cry. Learning about justice isn't just interesting—it's deeply human. And the experiences that stir our emotions are often the ones we remember for the rest of our lives.

If the idea of performing in front of people makes you nervous, don't worry. Every trial needs people behind the scenes, too. You could help organize evidence, direct the trial, assist the attorneys, manage exhibits, or take on another important role. There is a place for everyone.

So, what will it be?

Spend another week lying on your bed before school starts...

Or take a chance on something that just might become one of the most memorable weeks of your summer—and perhaps even change the way you think about justice, history, and the world.

I'd love to have you there.

Fill out this form if you want to come.

From childhood on, abolitionist John Brown (in a c.1847 daguerreotype taken by Augustus Washington) had sworn "eternal war with slavery." National Portrait Gallery

Hi, I’m Kirsten, I will be walking this summer camp journey with you.