Design and construct your own stuffed pal! Join us in MAKESHOP as we use sewing techniques to turn fabric into a soft, three-dimensional creation.
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 Join Art Education Specialist Grace from 10AM-12PM on Sunday's and Tuesday's in the Art Studio for a chance to throw on the wheel! In honor of Black History Month, join us in a deep dive into the life and legacy of Pittsburgh's own Bill Strickland, ceramicist and founder of the Manchester Craftsmen's Guild.  Explore the life and work of Frank Bowling and Evangeline Montgomery for Black History Month in the Art Studio! Investigate the use of color, design, form and more, and delve deep into the styles and methods of both Frank and Evangeline! |
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Design and construct your own stuffed pal! Join us in MAKESHOP as we use sewing techniques to turn fabric into a soft, three-dimensional creation.  Join us in the Art Studio and celebrate Black History Month and the life and legacy of Pittsburgh's own ceramics legend, Bill Strickland! Add your personal touch to a collaborative clay vessel that will show the creative spirit of all who contribute to it! Explore the life and work of Frank Bowling and Evangeline Montgomery for Black History Month in the Art Studio! Investigate the use of color, design, form and more, and delve deep into the styles and methods of both Frank and Evangeline! |
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 Each Tuesday from 10:00 am - Noon , children can engage with their environment and connect with their emotions through soothing activities and open-ended exploration of sights, scents, textures and sounds. This free program is included with museum admission. It is designed for early learners, but all ages are welcome. Parents or caregivers must attend […] Design and construct your own stuffed pal! Join us in MAKESHOP as we use sewing techniques to turn fabric into a soft, three-dimensional creation. Explore the life and work of Frank Bowling and Evangeline Montgomery for Black History Month in the Art Studio! Investigate the use of color, design, form and more, and delve deep into the styles and methods of both Frank and Evangeline! |
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Design and construct your own stuffed pal! Join us in MAKESHOP as we use sewing techniques to turn fabric into a soft, three-dimensional creation. Join us in the Art Studio and celebrate Black History Month and the life and legacy of Pittsburgh's own ceramics legend, Bill Strickland! Add your personal touch to a collaborative clay vessel that will show the creative spirit of all who contribute to it! Explore the life and work of Frank Bowling and Evangeline Montgomery for Black History Month in the Art Studio! Investigate the use of color, design, form and more, and delve deep into the styles and methods of both Frank and Evangeline! |
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 Emotions can look so many different ways. Pick one out of a hat and act it out at the stage in the Studio! What will it look like to you? Can others guess what emotion you are expressing? Take turns. Let someone else pick an emotion to act out—can you guess? This program is made […] Design and construct your own stuffed pal! Join us in MAKESHOP as we use sewing techniques to turn fabric into a soft, three-dimensional creation. Join us in the Art Studio and celebrate Black History Month and the life and legacy of Pittsburgh's own ceramics legend, Bill Strickland! Add your personal touch to a collaborative clay vessel that will show the creative spirit of all who contribute to it! |
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 Each Friday from 10-12, children can observe and ask "what if" questions about the world around them to build curiosity and problem-solving skills. In July, journey around the world with us as we explore different environments through experiments! This free program is included with museum admission. It is designed for early learners, but all ages […]  Join us in MAKESHOP as we sand, form, and attach different pieces of wood! Explore woodworking tools that shape, cut, drill and drive. What motions make the tools work? What job does each tool do? While all ages are welcome to participate, younger visitors may need adult assistance. Everyone will be asked to wear safety […]  Join us in the Art Studio for an exploration into Color Theory! Color Theory is the how colors can work together. Explore with all the materials in the Art Studio to create your own colorful works of art! |
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Join us in MAKESHOP as we sand, form, and attach different pieces of wood! Explore woodworking tools that shape, cut, drill and drive. What motions make the tools work? What job does each tool do? While all ages are welcome to participate, younger visitors may need adult assistance. Everyone will be asked to wear safety […] Join us in the Art Studio for an exploration into Color Theory! Color Theory is the how colors can work together. Explore with all the materials in the Art Studio to create your own colorful works of art! |
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Join us in MAKESHOP as we sand, form, and attach different pieces of wood! Explore woodworking tools that shape, cut, drill and drive. What motions make the tools work? What job does each tool do? While all ages are welcome to participate, younger visitors may need adult assistance. Everyone will be asked to wear safety […] Join us in the Art Studio for an exploration into Color Theory! Color Theory is the how colors can work together. Explore with all the materials in the Art Studio to create your own colorful works of art! |
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Join us in MAKESHOP as we sand, form, and attach different pieces of wood! Explore woodworking tools that shape, cut, drill and drive. What motions make the tools work? What job does each tool do? While all ages are welcome to participate, younger visitors may need adult assistance. Everyone will be asked to wear safety […] Join us in the Art Studio for an exploration into Color Theory! Color Theory is the how colors can work together. Explore with all the materials in the Art Studio to create your own colorful works of art! |
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Each Tuesday from 10:00 am - Noon , children can engage with their environment and connect with their emotions through soothing activities and open-ended exploration of sights, scents, textures and sounds. This free program is included with museum admission. It is designed for early learners, but all ages are welcome. Parents or caregivers must attend […] Join us in MAKESHOP as we sand, form, and attach different pieces of wood! Explore woodworking tools that shape, cut, drill and drive. What motions make the tools work? What job does each tool do? While all ages are welcome to participate, younger visitors may need adult assistance. Everyone will be asked to wear safety […] Join us in the Art Studio for an exploration into Color Theory! Color Theory is the how colors can work together. Explore with all the materials in the Art Studio to create your own colorful works of art! |
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Join us in MAKESHOP as we sand, form, and attach different pieces of wood! Explore woodworking tools that shape, cut, drill and drive. What motions make the tools work? What job does each tool do? While all ages are welcome to participate, younger visitors may need adult assistance. Everyone will be asked to wear safety […] Join us in the Art Studio for an exploration into Color Theory! Color Theory is the how colors can work together. Explore with all the materials in the Art Studio to create your own colorful works of art! |
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Join us in MAKESHOP as we sand, form, and attach different pieces of wood! Explore woodworking tools that shape, cut, drill and drive. What motions make the tools work? What job does each tool do? While all ages are welcome to participate, younger visitors may need adult assistance. Everyone will be asked to wear safety […] Join us in the Art Studio for an exploration into Color Theory! Color Theory is the how colors can work together. Explore with all the materials in the Art Studio to create your own colorful works of art!  Join us each Thursday at 12 for Storytime where we will foster children's imaginations and early literacy skills through stories and activities that explore themes such as identity, creativity, and kindness. This free program is included with museum admission. It is designed for early learners, but all ages are welcome. Parents or caregivers must attend […] |
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Each Friday from 10-12, children can observe and ask "what if" questions about the world around them to build curiosity and problem-solving skills. In July, journey around the world with us as we explore different environments through experiments! This free program is included with museum admission. It is designed for early learners, but all ages […] Join us in MAKESHOP as we sand, form, and attach different pieces of wood! Explore woodworking tools that shape, cut, drill and drive. What motions make the tools work? What job does each tool do? While all ages are welcome to participate, younger visitors may need adult assistance. Everyone will be asked to wear safety […] Join us in the Art Studio for an exploration into Color Theory! Color Theory is the how colors can work together. Explore with all the materials in the Art Studio to create your own colorful works of art! |
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Join us in MAKESHOP as we sand, form, and attach different pieces of wood! Explore woodworking tools that shape, cut, drill and drive. What motions make the tools work? What job does each tool do? While all ages are welcome to participate, younger visitors may need adult assistance. Everyone will be asked to wear safety […] Join us in the Art Studio for an exploration into Color Theory! Color Theory is the how colors can work together. Explore with all the materials in the Art Studio to create your own colorful works of art! |
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Join us in MAKESHOP as we sand, form, and attach different pieces of wood! Explore woodworking tools that shape, cut, drill and drive. What motions make the tools work? What job does each tool do? While all ages are welcome to participate, younger visitors may need adult assistance. Everyone will be asked to wear safety […] Join us in the Art Studio for an exploration into Color Theory! Color Theory is the how colors can work together. Explore with all the materials in the Art Studio to create your own colorful works of art!
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 Join students and faculty from Slippery Rock University’s Music Department for this drop-in music experience that takes your early learner on a journey rich in song, movement, sound exploration and musical play! Stop by for a few minutes or stay for the full session. This program is designed with early learners in mind, but all […] |
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Join us in MAKESHOP as we sand, form, and attach different pieces of wood! Explore woodworking tools that shape, cut, drill and drive. What motions make the tools work? What job does each tool do? While all ages are welcome to participate, younger visitors may need adult assistance. Everyone will be asked to wear safety […] Join us in the Art Studio for an exploration into Color Theory! Color Theory is the how colors can work together. Explore with all the materials in the Art Studio to create your own colorful works of art! |
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Each Tuesday from 10:00 am - Noon , children can engage with their environment and connect with their emotions through soothing activities and open-ended exploration of sights, scents, textures and sounds. This free program is included with museum admission. It is designed for early learners, but all ages are welcome. Parents or caregivers must attend […] Join us in MAKESHOP as we sand, form, and attach different pieces of wood! Explore woodworking tools that shape, cut, drill and drive. What motions make the tools work? What job does each tool do? While all ages are welcome to participate, younger visitors may need adult assistance. Everyone will be asked to wear safety […] Join us in the Art Studio for an exploration into Color Theory! Color Theory is the how colors can work together. Explore with all the materials in the Art Studio to create your own colorful works of art! |
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Join us in MAKESHOP as we sand, form, and attach different pieces of wood! Explore woodworking tools that shape, cut, drill and drive. What motions make the tools work? What job does each tool do? While all ages are welcome to participate, younger visitors may need adult assistance. Everyone will be asked to wear safety […] Join us in the Art Studio for an exploration into Color Theory! Color Theory is the how colors can work together. Explore with all the materials in the Art Studio to create your own colorful works of art! |
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Emotions can look so many different ways. Pick one out of a hat and act it out at the stage in the Studio! What will it look like to you? Can others guess what emotion you are expressing? Take turns. Let someone else pick an emotion to act out—can you guess? This program is made […] Join us in MAKESHOP as we sand, form, and attach different pieces of wood! Explore woodworking tools that shape, cut, drill and drive. What motions make the tools work? What job does each tool do? While all ages are welcome to participate, younger visitors may need adult assistance. Everyone will be asked to wear safety […] Join us in the Art Studio for an exploration into Color Theory! Color Theory is the how colors can work together. Explore with all the materials in the Art Studio to create your own colorful works of art! |
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Each Friday from 10-12, children can observe and ask "what if" questions about the world around them to build curiosity and problem-solving skills. In July, journey around the world with us as we explore different environments through experiments! This free program is included with museum admission. It is designed for early learners, but all ages […] Join us in MAKESHOP as we sand, form, and attach different pieces of wood! Explore woodworking tools that shape, cut, drill and drive. What motions make the tools work? What job does each tool do? While all ages are welcome to participate, younger visitors may need adult assistance. Everyone will be asked to wear safety […] Join us in the Art Studio for an exploration into Color Theory! Color Theory is the how colors can work together. Explore with all the materials in the Art Studio to create your own colorful works of art! |
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Join us in MAKESHOP as we sand, form, and attach different pieces of wood! Explore woodworking tools that shape, cut, drill and drive. What motions make the tools work? What job does each tool do? While all ages are welcome to participate, younger visitors may need adult assistance. Everyone will be asked to wear safety […] Join us in the Art Studio for an exploration into Color Theory! Color Theory is the how colors can work together. Explore with all the materials in the Art Studio to create your own colorful works of art!
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 Join us in MAKESHOP to meet and create with Dick Esterle, the artist behind Space Chips. Explore geometric shapes and color to build collaborative cardboard sculptures. This program is made possible by the Hillman Foundation. |
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Join us in MAKESHOP as we sand, form, and attach different pieces of wood! Explore woodworking tools that shape, cut, drill and drive. What motions make the tools work? What job does each tool do? While all ages are welcome to participate, younger visitors may need adult assistance. Everyone will be asked to wear safety […] Join us in the Art Studio for an exploration into Color Theory! Color Theory is the how colors can work together. Explore with all the materials in the Art Studio to create your own colorful works of art! |
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Join us in MAKESHOP as we sand, form, and attach different pieces of wood! Explore woodworking tools that shape, cut, drill and drive. What motions make the tools work? What job does each tool do? While all ages are welcome to participate, younger visitors may need adult assistance. Everyone will be asked to wear safety […] Join us in the Art Studio for an exploration into Color Theory! Color Theory is the how colors can work together. Explore with all the materials in the Art Studio to create your own colorful works of art! |
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Each Tuesday from 10:00 am - Noon , children can engage with their environment and connect with their emotions through soothing activities and open-ended exploration of sights, scents, textures and sounds. This free program is included with museum admission. It is designed for early learners, but all ages are welcome. Parents or caregivers must attend […] Join us in MAKESHOP as we sand, form, and attach different pieces of wood! Explore woodworking tools that shape, cut, drill and drive. What motions make the tools work? What job does each tool do? While all ages are welcome to participate, younger visitors may need adult assistance. Everyone will be asked to wear safety […] Join us in the Art Studio for an exploration into Color Theory! Color Theory is the how colors can work together. Explore with all the materials in the Art Studio to create your own colorful works of art! |
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Join us in MAKESHOP as we sand, form, and attach different pieces of wood! Explore woodworking tools that shape, cut, drill and drive. What motions make the tools work? What job does each tool do? While all ages are welcome to participate, younger visitors may need adult assistance. Everyone will be asked to wear safety […] Join us in the Art Studio for an exploration into Color Theory! Color Theory is the how colors can work together. Explore with all the materials in the Art Studio to create your own colorful works of art! |
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Join us in MAKESHOP as we sand, form, and attach different pieces of wood! Explore woodworking tools that shape, cut, drill and drive. What motions make the tools work? What job does each tool do? While all ages are welcome to participate, younger visitors may need adult assistance. Everyone will be asked to wear safety […] Join us in the Art Studio for an exploration into Color Theory! Color Theory is the how colors can work together. Explore with all the materials in the Art Studio to create your own colorful works of art! Join us each Thursday at 12 for Storytime where we will foster children's imaginations and early literacy skills through stories and activities that explore themes such as identity, creativity, and kindness. This free program is included with museum admission. It is designed for early learners, but all ages are welcome. Parents or caregivers must attend […] |
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Each Friday from 10-12, children can observe and ask "what if" questions about the world around them to build curiosity and problem-solving skills. In July, journey around the world with us as we explore different environments through experiments! This free program is included with museum admission. It is designed for early learners, but all ages […] Join us in MAKESHOP as we sand, form, and attach different pieces of wood! Explore woodworking tools that shape, cut, drill and drive. What motions make the tools work? What job does each tool do? While all ages are welcome to participate, younger visitors may need adult assistance. Everyone will be asked to wear safety […] Join us in the Art Studio for an exploration into Color Theory! Color Theory is the how colors can work together. Explore with all the materials in the Art Studio to create your own colorful works of art! |
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Join us in the Art Studio for an exploration into Color Theory! Color Theory is the how colors can work together. Explore with all the materials in the Art Studio to create your own colorful works of art!  Join us on an expedition to transform MAKESHOP into outer space! Use recycled materials to build space-themed sculptures, connect circuits to power a spaceship, and use different heat tools to make your own creation.
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The following exhibits will be closing early today for a special event: Bean Sprouts Kitchen will be closing at 1:30pm The Big Red Room café will be closing at 2:00pm |
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Join us in the Art Studio for an exploration into Color Theory! Color Theory is the how colors can work together. Explore with all the materials in the Art Studio to create your own colorful works of art! Join us on an expedition to transform MAKESHOP into outer space! Use recycled materials to build space-themed sculptures, connect circuits to power a spaceship, and use different heat tools to make your own creation. |
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Join us in the Art Studio for an exploration into Color Theory! Color Theory is the how colors can work together. Explore with all the materials in the Art Studio to create your own colorful works of art! Join us on an expedition to transform MAKESHOP into outer space! Use recycled materials to build space-themed sculptures, connect circuits to power a spaceship, and use different heat tools to make your own creation.  Children can engage with music and movement through singing, dancing, and playing instruments. Hear some of your favorite songs and learn new ones! This free program is included with museum admission. It is designed for early learners, but all ages are welcome. Parents or caregivers must attend with children. |
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 Join us for Spring Break Day Camps for Ages 6-8 on March 26, 27, and 28! We offer a day full of your favorite Children's Museum activities as we create projects, play games and explore the museum. Campers can join us for one day or all three. Activities will be different each day so that […]
$75 Each Tuesday from 10:00 am - Noon , children can engage with their environment and connect with their emotions through soothing activities and open-ended exploration of sights, scents, textures and sounds. This free program is included with museum admission. It is designed for early learners, but all ages are welcome. Parents or caregivers must attend […] Join us in the Art Studio for an exploration into Color Theory! Color Theory is the how colors can work together. Explore with all the materials in the Art Studio to create your own colorful works of art! |
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Join us for Spring Break Day Camps for Ages 6-8 on March 26, 27, and 28! We offer a day full of your favorite Children's Museum activities as we create projects, play games and explore the museum. Campers can join us for one day or all three. Activities will be different each day so that […]
$75 Join us in the Art Studio for an exploration into Color Theory! Color Theory is the how colors can work together. Explore with all the materials in the Art Studio to create your own colorful works of art! Join us on an expedition to transform MAKESHOP into outer space! Use recycled materials to build space-themed sculptures, connect circuits to power a spaceship, and use different heat tools to make your own creation. |
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Join us for Spring Break Day Camps for Ages 6-8 on March 26, 27, and 28! We offer a day full of your favorite Children's Museum activities as we create projects, play games and explore the museum. Campers can join us for one day or all three. Activities will be different each day so that […]
$75 Emotions can look so many different ways. Pick one out of a hat and act it out at the stage in the Studio! What will it look like to you? Can others guess what emotion you are expressing? Take turns. Let someone else pick an emotion to act out—can you guess? This program is made […] Join us in the Art Studio for an exploration into Color Theory! Color Theory is the how colors can work together. Explore with all the materials in the Art Studio to create your own colorful works of art! |
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Each Friday from 10-12, children can observe and ask "what if" questions about the world around them to build curiosity and problem-solving skills. In July, journey around the world with us as we explore different environments through experiments! This free program is included with museum admission. It is designed for early learners, but all ages […] Join us in the Art Studio for an exploration into Color Theory! Color Theory is the how colors can work together. Explore with all the materials in the Art Studio to create your own colorful works of art! Join us on an expedition to transform MAKESHOP into outer space! Use recycled materials to build space-themed sculptures, connect circuits to power a spaceship, and use different heat tools to make your own creation. |
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Join us in the Art Studio for an exploration into Color Theory! Color Theory is the how colors can work together. Explore with all the materials in the Art Studio to create your own colorful works of art! Join us on an expedition to transform MAKESHOP into outer space! Use recycled materials to build space-themed sculptures, connect circuits to power a spaceship, and use different heat tools to make your own creation.
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 Step up to the mic and express yourself! Spoken word, music, poetry, dance and other forms of creative expression welcome. To sign up please contact Cat Burton at cburton@pittsburghkids.org. This event is free and open to the public. The Open Mic Matinee will be located in MuseumLab. |
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Join us in the Art Studio for an exploration into Color Theory! Color Theory is the how colors can work together. Explore with all the materials in the Art Studio to create your own colorful works of art! Join us on an expedition to transform MAKESHOP into outer space! Use recycled materials to build space-themed sculptures, connect circuits to power a spaceship, and use different heat tools to make your own creation. |
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Join us on an expedition to transform MAKESHOP into outer space! Use recycled materials to build space-themed sculptures, connect circuits to power a spaceship, and use different heat tools to make your own creation. Children can engage with music and movement through singing, dancing, and playing instruments. Hear some of your favorite songs and learn new ones! This free program is included with museum admission. It is designed for early learners, but all ages are welcome. Parents or caregivers must attend with children.
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 MuseumLab will be open today from Noon – 5:00 pm. It’s located right next door to the Children’s Museum and included with admission. Check the MuseumLab calendar for exhibits and activities. |
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Each Tuesday from 10:00 am - Noon , children can engage with their environment and connect with their emotions through soothing activities and open-ended exploration of sights, scents, textures and sounds. This free program is included with museum admission. It is designed for early learners, but all ages are welcome. Parents or caregivers must attend […] Join us on an expedition to transform MAKESHOP into outer space! Use recycled materials to build space-themed sculptures, connect circuits to power a spaceship, and use different heat tools to make your own creation. |
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Join us on an expedition to transform MAKESHOP into outer space! Use recycled materials to build space-themed sculptures, connect circuits to power a spaceship, and use different heat tools to make your own creation. |
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Join us on an expedition to transform MAKESHOP into outer space! Use recycled materials to build space-themed sculptures, connect circuits to power a spaceship, and use different heat tools to make your own creation. Join us each Thursday at 12 for Storytime where we will foster children's imaginations and early literacy skills through stories and activities that explore themes such as identity, creativity, and kindness. This free program is included with museum admission. It is designed for early learners, but all ages are welcome. Parents or caregivers must attend […] |
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Each Friday from 10-12, children can observe and ask "what if" questions about the world around them to build curiosity and problem-solving skills. In July, journey around the world with us as we explore different environments through experiments! This free program is included with museum admission. It is designed for early learners, but all ages […] Join us on an expedition to transform MAKESHOP into outer space! Use recycled materials to build space-themed sculptures, connect circuits to power a spaceship, and use different heat tools to make your own creation. |
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Join us on an expedition to transform MAKESHOP into outer space! Use recycled materials to build space-themed sculptures, connect circuits to power a spaceship, and use different heat tools to make your own creation.
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 Join local artist, Kathleen Zimbicki, as she presents a drop-in style workshop creating art collaboratively with kids! Zimbicki shares watercolor wash beginnings and invites children to draw with marker on top of her creations. |