FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
June 20, 2025
Contact:
DeAnne Hankins, Executive Officer
Greater Fort Smith Association of Home Builders
(479) 650-3009
hba@fortsmithhomebuilders.com
Kids Construction Camp Set for June 23 at Peak Innovation Center
Hands-on learning experience to inspire the next generation of builders
The Greater Fort Smith Association of Home Builders, in partnership with Peak Innovation Center and Fort Kids Museum, will host its First Annual Kids Construction Camp on Monday, June 23, 2025, at Peak Innovation Center. The one-day event, open to incoming 4th through 6th grade students, aims to introduce young minds to the world of building, construction, and skilled trades through hands-on learning.
Campers will participate in interactive building activities, including the construction of derby racetracks—designed by Cobblestone Homes and Justin Green Custom Homes—that will be used in a friendly race at the end of the day. One winning student from each grade level will take home a completed track, and one track will be displayed in the Fort Kids Museum area at the Bakery District.
“We are thrilled to offer this fun and educational opportunity to local students,” said DeAnne Hankins, Executive Officer of the Greater Fort Smith Association of Home Builders. “It’s all about sparking interest in the trades at an early age while letting kids explore their creativity.”
The success of the event would not be possible without the generous support of the community. Special thanks go to Arvest Bank for providing lunch for all campers, Specialty Woodworks for donating building materials, and the many volunteers who will donate their time and talent to ensure a memorable day.
Media are invited to attend and capture highlights of this inspiring event.
Event Details:
What: Kids Construction Camp
When: Monday, June 23, 2025 – 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM
Where: Peak Innovation Center, 5900 Painter Lane, Fort Smith, AR
Who: Hosted by Greater Fort Smith Association of Home Builders, in partnership with Fort Kids Museum and Peak Innovation Center
About the Greater Fort Smith Association of Home Builders:
The Greater Fort Smith Association of Home Builders (GFSAHB) is a professional trade organization dedicated to promoting and protecting the home building industry in the River Valley region. Through education, advocacy, and community engagement, the GFSAHB supports its members—builders, developers, and industry professionals—while also working to strengthen the local economy and improve quality of life through responsible residential construction. The Association is committed to workforce development, industry innovation, and fostering the next generation of skilled trades professionals.
