Nursery Sensory Play: Color Lab Join Aermine and Sabrina in the Nursery for a color mixing lab! We will explore liquid and color to create our own "ideal" rainbow out of water. This program is designed with our youngest visitors in mind, to support cognitive growth and give them an opportunity to develop motor skills, […]
Join Hannah and Burdock in our Community Garden in front of the Museum every Wednesday morning from 11:00 -11:45 am to help tend the garden. Each week we will learn basic tips and tricks about how to care for a garden, while having an opportunity to explore sensory play and develop motor skills. This program […]
Nursery Storytime: The Day You Begin Join us in the Nursery to learn about back 2 school season through story telling. This week, we will read The Day You Begin by Jacqueline Woodson, and make our own popsicle stick puppets.
Join us in the Art Studio for a celebration of the harvest moon and changing seasons! Explore weaving, papermaking and more as we prepare for cold and cozy weather.
Don't miss Prime Stage Theatre's sneak preview of The Miracle Worker, a moving play about how Helen Keller, a young girl who was blind, deaf and struggling to connect, learned to communicate through the help of Annie Sullivan, her courageous teacher, and the support of her mother Katie Keller. This is a great opportunity to […]
Give your old Halloween costumes new life by donating them to our Pop Up Costume Studio and upcycled into new costumes, Oct 1 - 20
Explore art processes in the Studio that involve water as part of EQT Water Week! Use natural materials found in our Garden to create a one-of-a-kind piece of paper that you can draw, paint or write on. EQT Water Week is made possible by the generous support of:
Stop in the Art Studio and paint using watercolor paints made from materials you can find in naturel as part of EQT Water Week as you learn about natural watercolor paints and the connections between art, science and nature. EQT Water Week is made possible by the generous support of:
Join us in MAKESHOP for EQT Water Week as we explore the process of wet felting! Use friction, soap and water to create a non-woven fabric from sheep’s wool. EQT Water Week is made possible by the generous support of:
Explore art processes in the Studio that involve water as part of EQT Water Week! Use natural materials found in our Garden to create a one-of-a-kind piece of paper that you can draw, paint or write on. EQT Water Week is made possible by the generous support of:
Stop in the Art Studio and paint using watercolor paints made from materials you can find in naturel as part of EQT Water Week as you learn about natural watercolor paints and the connections between art, science and nature. EQT Water Week is made possible by the generous support of:
Join us in MAKESHOP for EQT Water Week as we explore the process of wet felting! Use friction, soap and water to create a non-woven fabric from sheep’s wool. EQT Water Week is made possible by the generous support of:
Join Aermine and Sabrina in the Nursery to explore water! This week, we will test if items sink or float. This program is designed with our youngest visitors in mind, to support cognitive growth and give them an opportunity to develop motor skills, but all visitors are welcome to join. Sensory play can also be […]
Explore art processes in the Studio that involve water as part of EQT Water Week! Use natural materials found in our Garden to create a one-of-a-kind piece of paper that you can draw, paint or write on. EQT Water Week is made possible by the generous support of:
Stop in the Art Studio and paint using watercolor paints made from materials you can find in naturel as part of EQT Water Week as you learn about natural watercolor paints and the connections between art, science and nature. EQT Water Week is made possible by the generous support of:
Explore art processes in the Studio that involve water as part of EQT Water Week! Use natural materials found in our Garden to create a one-of-a-kind piece of paper that you can draw, paint or write on. EQT Water Week is made possible by the generous support of:
Stop in the Art Studio and paint using watercolor paints made from materials you can find in naturel as part of EQT Water Week as you learn about natural watercolor paints and the connections between art, science and nature. EQT Water Week is made possible by the generous support of:
Join us in MAKESHOP for EQT Water Week as we explore the process of wet felting! Use friction, soap and water to create a non-woven fabric from sheep’s wool. EQT Water Week is made possible by the generous support of:
Explore art processes in the Studio that involve water as part of EQT Water Week! Use natural materials found in our Garden to create a one-of-a-kind piece of paper that you can draw, paint or write on. EQT Water Week is made possible by the generous support of:
Stop in the Art Studio and paint using watercolor paints made from materials you can find in naturel as part of EQT Water Week as you learn about natural watercolor paints and the connections between art, science and nature. EQT Water Week is made possible by the generous support of:
Join us in MAKESHOP for EQT Water Week as we explore the process of wet felting! Use friction, soap and water to create a non-woven fabric from sheep’s wool. EQT Water Week is made possible by the generous support of:
Explore art processes in the Studio that involve water as part of EQT Water Week! Use natural materials found in our Garden to create a one-of-a-kind piece of paper that you can draw, paint or write on. EQT Water Week is made possible by the generous support of:
Stop in the Art Studio and paint using watercolor paints made from materials you can find in naturel as part of EQT Water Week as you learn about natural watercolor paints and the connections between art, science and nature. EQT Water Week is made possible by the generous support of:
Join us in MAKESHOP for EQT Water Week as we explore the process of wet felting! Use friction, soap and water to create a non-woven fabric from sheep’s wool. EQT Water Week is made possible by the generous support of:
Stop in the Art Studio and paint using watercolor paints made from materials you can find in naturel as part of EQT Water Week as you learn about natural watercolor paints and the connections between art, science and nature. EQT Water Week is made possible by the generous support of:
Join us in MAKESHOP for EQT Water Week as we explore the process of wet felting! Use friction, soap and water to create a non-woven fabric from sheep’s wool. EQT Water Week is made possible by the generous support of:
Join us in MAKESHOP for EQT Water Week as we construct an underwater world using recycled household materials. Find inspiration in the shapes, patterns, textures, and colors of everyday objects, then try various attachment methods to build your own water-inspired creation. EQT Water Week is made possible by the generous support of:
Join us in exploring the process of mosaic making inspired by nature and squash, beans and corn, otherwise known as the Three Sisters crops! Mosaics, which are pictures or patterns created by arranging small pieces of glass, metal and more, can be turned into a unique image.
Join us in MAKESHOP as we reuse and repurpose household materials into sculptures of all shapes and sizes: spooky edition! Find inspiration in the shapes, patterns, textures, and colors of everyday objects, then try various attachment methods to build your own creepy critter.
Educators from around the region will be learning together about the wonderful complexities of teaching and learning -- and will walk away with strategies to grow and develop their instructional practice.
Join us in exploring the process of mosaic making inspired by nature and squash, beans and corn, otherwise known as the Three Sisters crops! Mosaics, which are pictures or patterns created by arranging small pieces of glass, metal and more, can be turned into a unique image.
Join us in MAKESHOP as we reuse and repurpose household materials into sculptures of all shapes and sizes: spooky edition! Find inspiration in the shapes, patterns, textures, and colors of everyday objects, then try various attachment methods to build your own creepy critter.
Join us in exploring the process of mosaic making inspired by nature and squash, beans and corn, otherwise known as the Three Sisters crops! Mosaics, which are pictures or patterns created by arranging small pieces of glass, metal and more, can be turned into a unique image.
Join us in MAKESHOP as we reuse and repurpose household materials into sculptures of all shapes and sizes: spooky edition! Find inspiration in the shapes, patterns, textures, and colors of everyday objects, then try various attachment methods to build your own creepy critter.
Nursery Sensory Play: autumn sculptures Join Aermine and Sabrina in the Nursery to explore the change in seasons! This week, we will use air dry clay to cast, sculpt, and set autumn with found materials from around the Museum. Acorns, leaves, corn husks and other autumnal bits will be provided to explore. Sculptures will be […]
Join Hannah and Burdock every Wednesday morning from 10 AM - 12 PM to learn about gardening and the outdoors! Each week we will learn basic tips and tricks about how to care for a garden while developing motor skills and engaging in sensory play. This is a free, drop-in program available to all visitors.
Join us in exploring the process of mosaic making inspired by nature and squash, beans and corn, otherwise known as the Three Sisters crops! Mosaics, which are pictures or patterns created by arranging small pieces of glass, metal and more, can be turned into a unique image.
Join us in MAKESHOP as we reuse and repurpose household materials into sculptures of all shapes and sizes: spooky edition! Find inspiration in the shapes, patterns, textures, and colors of everyday objects, then try various attachment methods to build your own creepy critter.
Join us in exploring the process of mosaic making inspired by nature and squash, beans and corn, otherwise known as the Three Sisters crops! Mosaics, which are pictures or patterns created by arranging small pieces of glass, metal and more, can be turned into a unique image.
Join us in MAKESHOP as we reuse and repurpose household materials into sculptures of all shapes and sizes: spooky edition! Find inspiration in the shapes, patterns, textures, and colors of everyday objects, then try various attachment methods to build your own creepy critter.
Nursery Storytime: A Very Big Fall Join us in the Nursery to explore the change in season through storytime. This week, we will read A Very Big Fall by Emmy Kastner, followed by a leaf exploration and decoration session.
Join us in exploring the process of mosaic making inspired by nature and squash, beans and corn, otherwise known as the Three Sisters crops! Mosaics, which are pictures or patterns created by arranging small pieces of glass, metal and more, can be turned into a unique image.
Join us in MAKESHOP as we reuse and repurpose household materials into sculptures of all shapes and sizes: spooky edition! Find inspiration in the shapes, patterns, textures, and colors of everyday objects, then try various attachment methods to build your own creepy critter.
Join us in exploring the process of mosaic making inspired by nature and squash, beans and corn, otherwise known as the Three Sisters crops! Mosaics, which are pictures or patterns created by arranging small pieces of glass, metal and more, can be turned into a unique image.
Join us in MAKESHOP as we reuse and repurpose household materials into sculptures of all shapes and sizes: spooky edition! Find inspiration in the shapes, patterns, textures, and colors of everyday objects, then try various attachment methods to build your own creepy critter.
Meet Elephant and Piggie in MuseumLab! The meet and greet is a limited amount of time, so there are a limited number of spots. Please register your family here Each registered family will have a brief period to meet Elephant and Piggie. Please bring a camera to snap a special photo. Museum admission required. […]
Join us in exploring the process of mosaic making inspired by nature and squash, beans and corn, otherwise known as the Three Sisters crops! Mosaics, which are pictures or patterns created by arranging small pieces of glass, metal and more, can be turned into a unique image.
Join us in MAKESHOP as we reuse and repurpose household materials into sculptures of all shapes and sizes: spooky edition! Find inspiration in the shapes, patterns, textures, and colors of everyday objects, then try various attachment methods to build your own creepy critter.
Meet Elephant and Piggie in MuseumLab! The meet and greet is a limited amount of time, so there are a limited number of spots. Please register your family here Each registered family will have a brief period to meet Elephant and Piggie. Please bring a camera to snap a special photo. Museum admission required. […]
Join us in the Art Studio for an brand new exploration of one of our favorite ways to make art, printmaking! Using natural materials, explore new ways to make printed works of art. Don't forget to stop by screen printing to compare our two ways to make prints!
Join us in MAKESHOP as we reuse and repurpose household materials into sculptures of all shapes and sizes: spooky edition! Find inspiration in the shapes, patterns, textures, and colors of everyday objects, then try various attachment methods to build your own creepy critter.
Join us in the Art Studio for an brand new exploration of one of our favorite ways to make art, printmaking! Using natural materials, explore new ways to make printed works of art. Don't forget to stop by screen printing to compare our two ways to make prints!
This week in the Art Studio, we’re exploring the Three Sisters crops through deep dive into and folklore and maskmaking. The Three Sisters, otherwise known as squash, beans and corn, were depicted in stories as both the plants themselves, and as real women whose actions and choices had an impact on their community and world. […]
Explore hand sewing with extra cozy materials. We’ll work with fleece, felt, and other fuzzy fabrics and attach them using needles and thread.
Join us in the Art Studio for an brand new exploration of one of our favorite ways to make art, printmaking! Using natural materials, explore new ways to make printed works of art. Don't forget to stop by screen printing to compare our two ways to make prints!
This week in the Art Studio, we’re exploring the Three Sisters crops through deep dive into and folklore and maskmaking. The Three Sisters, otherwise known as squash, beans and corn, were depicted in stories as both the plants themselves, and as real women whose actions and choices had an impact on their community and world. […]
Explore hand sewing with extra cozy materials. We’ll work with fleece, felt, and other fuzzy fabrics and attach them using needles and thread.
Join us in the Art Studio for an brand new exploration of one of our favorite ways to make art, printmaking! Using natural materials, explore new ways to make printed works of art. Don't forget to stop by screen printing to compare our two ways to make prints!
This week in the Art Studio, we’re exploring the Three Sisters crops through deep dive into and folklore and maskmaking. The Three Sisters, otherwise known as squash, beans and corn, were depicted in stories as both the plants themselves, and as real women whose actions and choices had an impact on their community and world. […]
Explore hand sewing with extra cozy materials. We’ll work with fleece, felt, and other fuzzy fabrics and attach them using needles and thread.
Nursery: Little Scientists Join us in the Nursery to investigate the world around us! This week, we will explore oobleck. Oobleck acts like a liquid when being poured, but acts like a solid when still. Put your lab coat on and examine why! This program is designed with our youngest visitors in mind, but all […]
Join us in the Art Studio for an brand new exploration of one of our favorite ways to make art, printmaking! Using natural materials, explore new ways to make printed works of art. Don't forget to stop by screen printing to compare our two ways to make prints!
This week in the Art Studio, we’re exploring the Three Sisters crops through deep dive into and folklore and maskmaking. The Three Sisters, otherwise known as squash, beans and corn, were depicted in stories as both the plants themselves, and as real women whose actions and choices had an impact on their community and world. […]
Join us in the Art Studio for an brand new exploration of one of our favorite ways to make art, printmaking! Using natural materials, explore new ways to make printed works of art. Don't forget to stop by screen printing to compare our two ways to make prints!
This week in the Art Studio, we’re exploring the Three Sisters crops through deep dive into and folklore and maskmaking. The Three Sisters, otherwise known as squash, beans and corn, were depicted in stories as both the plants themselves, and as real women whose actions and choices had an impact on their community and world. […]
Explore hand sewing with extra cozy materials. We’ll work with fleece, felt, and other fuzzy fabrics and attach them using needles and thread.
Join us in the Art Studio for an brand new exploration of one of our favorite ways to make art, printmaking! Using natural materials, explore new ways to make printed works of art. Don't forget to stop by screen printing to compare our two ways to make prints!
This week in the Art Studio, we’re exploring the Three Sisters crops through deep dive into and folklore and maskmaking. The Three Sisters, otherwise known as squash, beans and corn, were depicted in stories as both the plants themselves, and as real women whose actions and choices had an impact on their community and world. […]
Explore hand sewing with extra cozy materials. We’ll work with fleece, felt, and other fuzzy fabrics and attach them using needles and thread.
Join us in the Art Studio to explore the tradition of anatomical sketching! Guests and friends will have access to professional drawing materials and various vinyl skeleton models to create their own sketches, and learn about structure and function of bone through art.
This week in the Art Studio, we’re exploring the Three Sisters crops through deep dive into and folklore and maskmaking. The Three Sisters, otherwise known as squash, beans and corn, were depicted in stories as both the plants themselves, and as real women whose actions and choices had an impact on their community and world. […]
Explore hand sewing with extra cozy materials. We’ll work with fleece, felt, and other fuzzy fabrics and attach them using needles and thread.
Join us in the Art Studio to explore the tradition of anatomical sketching! Guests and friends will have access to professional drawing materials and various vinyl skeleton models to create their own sketches, and learn about structure and function of bone through art.
This week in the Art Studio, we’re exploring the Three Sisters crops through deep dive into and folklore and maskmaking. The Three Sisters, otherwise known as squash, beans and corn, were depicted in stories as both the plants themselves, and as real women whose actions and choices had an impact on their community and world. […]
Explore hand sewing with extra cozy materials. We’ll work with fleece, felt, and other fuzzy fabrics and attach them using needles and thread.
Join Hannah and Burdock every Wednesday morning from 10 AM - 12 PM to learn about gardening and the outdoors! Each week we will learn basic tips and tricks about how to care for a garden while developing motor skills and engaging in sensory play. This is a free, drop-in program available to all visitors.
Join us in the Art Studio to explore the tradition of anatomical sketching! Guests and friends will have access to professional drawing materials and various vinyl skeleton models to create their own sketches, and learn about structure and function of bone through art.
This week in the Art Studio, we’re exploring the Three Sisters crops through deep dive into and folklore and maskmaking. The Three Sisters, otherwise known as squash, beans and corn, were depicted in stories as both the plants themselves, and as real women whose actions and choices had an impact on their community and world. […]
Join us in the Art Studio to explore the tradition of anatomical sketching! Guests and friends will have access to professional drawing materials and various vinyl skeleton models to create their own sketches, and learn about structure and function of bone through art.
Explore hand sewing with extra cozy materials. We’ll work with fleece, felt, and other fuzzy fabrics and attach them using needles and thread.
Nursery Storytime: The Little Ghost Who Was a Quilt Join us in the Nursery to explore the change in season through storytime. This week, we will read The Little Ghost Who Was a Quilt by Riel Nason, and make our own felt and recycled fabric ghosts in preparation for Halloween.
Studio: Little Scientists Join us in the Studio to investigate the world around us! This week, we will dissect owl pellets and search for bones. Put your lab coat on and examine why bones end up in these compact pellets! This program is designed with our youngest visitors in mind, but all visitors are welcome […]
Join us in the Art Studio to explore the tradition of anatomical sketching! Guests and friends will have access to professional drawing materials and various vinyl skeleton models to create their own sketches, and learn about structure and function of bone through art.
Explore hand sewing with extra cozy materials. We’ll work with fleece, felt, and other fuzzy fabrics and attach them using needles and thread.
Join us in the Art Studio to explore the tradition of anatomical sketching! Guests and friends will have access to professional drawing materials and various vinyl skeleton models to create their own sketches, and learn about structure and function of bone through art.
Explore hand sewing with extra cozy materials. We’ll work with fleece, felt, and other fuzzy fabrics and attach them using needles and thread.
Join the designers from Style 412 for a Halloween themed fashion workshop in StudioLab.
Children's Museum members can enjoy a fall-themed family photo session, light refreshments, pumpkin decorating & more! Activities begin at 8:30 am and exhibits open at 9:00 am. This is a members-only event. register here
Join us in the Art Studio to explore the tradition of anatomical sketching! Guests and friends will have access to professional drawing materials and various vinyl skeleton models to create their own sketches, and learn about structure and function of bone through art.
Explore hand sewing with extra cozy materials. We’ll work with fleece, felt, and other fuzzy fabrics and attach them using needles and thread.
Every family who visits with at least one family member in costume will receive a family pass for a return visit for up to five (5) people. One pass per household; offer may not be combined with any other offers. Costumes must be appropriate for a family friendly environment. Costumes that present a safety hazard […]
Join us in the Art Studio to explore the tradition of anatomical sketching! Guests and friends will have access to professional drawing materials and various vinyl skeleton models to create their own sketches, and learn about structure and function of bone through art.
Explore hand sewing with extra cozy materials. We’ll work with fleece, felt, and other fuzzy fabrics and attach them using needles and thread.
Every family who visits with at least one family member in costume will receive a family pass for a return visit for up to five (5) people. One pass per household; offer may not be combined with any other offers. Costumes must be appropriate for a family friendly environment. Costumes that present a safety hazard […]
Join us in the Art Studio to explore the tradition of anatomical sketching! Guests and friends will have access to professional drawing materials and various vinyl skeleton models to create their own sketches, and learn about structure and function of bone through art.
Explore hand sewing with extra cozy materials. We’ll work with fleece, felt, and other fuzzy fabrics and attach them using needles and thread.
Join Hannah and Burdock every Wednesday morning from 10 AM - 12 PM to learn about gardening and the outdoors! Each week we will learn basic tips and tricks about how to care for a garden while developing motor skills and engaging in sensory play. This is a free, drop-in program available to all visitors.
Join us in the Art Studio to explore the tradition of anatomical sketching! Guests and friends will have access to professional drawing materials and various vinyl skeleton models to create their own sketches, and learn about structure and function of bone through art.
Join us in MAKESHOP as we create and test robots in a challenge arena! Connect motors to a power source to construct your own bot, or explore coding by programming a Finch robot to navigate around obstacles you build.
Join us in the Art Studio to explore the tradition of anatomical sketching! Guests and friends will have access to professional drawing materials and various vinyl skeleton models to create their own sketches, and learn about structure and function of bone through art.
Join us in MAKESHOP as we create and test robots in a challenge arena! Connect motors to a power source to construct your own bot, or explore coding by programming a Finch robot to navigate around obstacles you build.
Breathe, move, and look inward during this gentle yoga practice inviting families to slow down and reflect together. Children, parents, and caregivers will take a moment to pause and experience 20-minutes of gentle and playful movements for your creative center. This all-levels gentle practice may include seated, floor, and standing postures with variations available throughout. […]
Nursery: Little Scientists Join us in the Nursery to investigate the world around us! This week, we will explore Friends Underfoot. Examine jars collected from various environments in our neighborhood! Look for specimens from the pond or compost and meet your underfoot tiny neighbors. Put your lab coat on and examine why! This program is […]
Join us in the Art Studio to explore the tradition of anatomical sketching! Guests and friends will have access to professional drawing materials and various vinyl skeleton models to create their own sketches, and learn about structure and function of bone through art.
Join us in MAKESHOP as we create and test robots in a challenge arena! Connect motors to a power source to construct your own bot, or explore coding by programming a Finch robot to navigate around obstacles you build.
Join us in the Art Studio to explore the tradition of anatomical sketching! Guests and friends will have access to professional drawing materials and various vinyl skeleton models to create their own sketches, and learn about structure and function of bone through art.
Join us in MAKESHOP as we create and test robots in a challenge arena! Connect motors to a power source to construct your own bot, or explore coding by programming a Finch robot to navigate around obstacles you build.
Discover the world around you through black lights and bioluminescence! Create your own black light art piece and use your flashlight to explore others' artwork. This workshop is for children ages 3-5 accompanied by a parent or caregiver. All materials provided. Workshop spots are limited. $15 - includes one child and one parent or caregiver […]
Join us in the Art Studio to explore the tradition of anatomical sketching! Guests and friends will have access to professional drawing materials and various vinyl skeleton models to create their own sketches, and learn about structure and function of bone through art.
Join us in MAKESHOP as we create and test robots in a challenge arena! Connect motors to a power source to construct your own bot, or explore coding by programming a Finch robot to navigate around obstacles you build.
MakeLab will be closed to the public from 12-3pm for our Enameling Workshop.