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Don't miss these activities that glow, spark and light up, presented as part of GLOW, our annual winter festival: SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 22 OUTDOORS Glass Blowing by Pittsburgh Glass Center Welding demonstrations by Industrial Arts Workshop IN THE CHILDREN'S MUSEUM, 10:00 am - 5:00 pm Candle making Glazing Shadow puppets and light play in MAKESHOP Fun […]  Join us in MAKESHOP to create your very own book or mini magazine! Explore the parts and pieces of books, then use paper, recycled materials and bookbinding tools to make your own. How will you fill the pages of your creation?  Join us for a monthlong celebration of black history, poetry, and performance in the Art Studio! We will investigate how the use of words and language in art and performance changes the way it looks and feels. Throughout the month enjoy activities like: Exploring the work of Kerry James Marshall Putting on a show in […] |
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Join us in MAKESHOP to create your very own book or mini magazine! Explore the parts and pieces of books, then use paper, recycled materials and bookbinding tools to make your own. How will you fill the pages of your creation? Join us for a monthlong celebration of black history, poetry, and performance in the Art Studio! We will investigate how the use of words and language in art and performance changes the way it looks and feels. Throughout the month enjoy activities like: Exploring the work of Kerry James Marshall Putting on a show in […]
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 This event is cancelled. Our music programming will be resuming on the week of March 17! Sing, move, and learn about animals from habitats all over the world! Hear some of your favorite songs and learn new ones. Join us at this program to earn an I AM WILD Habitat Card. And don't miss other […] |
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Join us in MAKESHOP to create your very own book or mini magazine! Explore the parts and pieces of books, then use paper, recycled materials and bookbinding tools to make your own. How will you fill the pages of your creation? Join us for a monthlong celebration of black history, poetry, and performance in the Art Studio! We will investigate how the use of words and language in art and performance changes the way it looks and feels. Throughout the month enjoy activities like: Exploring the work of Kerry James Marshall Putting on a show in […]
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 Join us at a special edition of Storytime where we will read Dave the Potter: Artist, Poet, Slave, by Laban Carrick Hill. Read and learn about skilled potter, David Drake, and create your own coil pot using the same techniques shown in the book. This free program is included with museum admission. It is designed for […] |
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 Children's Museum of Pittsburgh is closed on select Wednesdays throughout the year. Check our home page and Calendar of Events for the latest details. |
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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 to create your very own book or mini magazine! Explore the parts and pieces of books, then use paper, recycled materials and bookbinding tools to make your own. How will you fill the pages of your creation?
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Theme: Animal Rescue Explore different sensory experiences and use your fine motor skills to rescue animals from different messes. You can also earn an I AM WILD Habitat Card to record all the I AM WILD programs you visit. Don’t miss other I AM WILD programs in March, including Sensory Play, Wildlife Explorers, Storytime, Little […] |
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Join us in MAKESHOP to create your very own book or mini magazine! Explore the parts and pieces of books, then use paper, recycled materials and bookbinding tools to make your own. How will you fill the pages of your creation?
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 Each Friday from 10:00 am - Noon, children can observe and ask "what if" questions about the world around them to build curiosity and problem-solving skills. We are exploring: The Science of Color and Our Emotions How does color affect how you feel? Can you use color to set the mood for a scene between […] Join us for a monthlong celebration of black history, poetry, and performance in the Art Studio! We will investigate how the use of words and language in art and performance changes the way it looks and feels. Throughout the month enjoy activities like: Exploring the work of Kerry James Marshall Putting on a show in […] |
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Join us in MAKESHOP to create your very own book or mini magazine! Explore the parts and pieces of books, then use paper, recycled materials and bookbinding tools to make your own. How will you fill the pages of your creation? Join us for a monthlong celebration of black history, poetry, and performance in the Art Studio! We will investigate how the use of words and language in art and performance changes the way it looks and feels. Throughout the month enjoy activities like: Exploring the work of Kerry James Marshall Putting on a show in […]
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 Paint with liquid enamels to create a fused glass-and-metal design that can be used as a magnet or pin. This activity takes place in the Children's Museum's neighboring building MuseumLab and is designed for visitors ages 9+. Made possible with generous support from Arconic Foundation. |
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 Join us in MAKESHOP to create your very own book or mini magazine! Explore the parts and pieces of books, then use paper, recycled materials and bookbinding tools to make your own. How will you fill the pages of your creation? Join us for a monthlong celebration of black history, poetry, and performance in the Art Studio! We will investigate how the use of words and language in art and performance changes the way it looks and feels. Throughout the month enjoy activities like: Exploring the work of Kerry James Marshall Putting on a show in […] Paint with liquid enamels to create a fused glass-and-metal design that can be used as a magnet or pin. This activity takes place in the Children's Museum's neighboring building MuseumLab and is designed for visitors ages 9+. Made possible with generous support from Arconic Foundation. |
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Join us in MAKESHOP to create your very own book or mini magazine! Explore the parts and pieces of books, then use paper, recycled materials and bookbinding tools to make your own. How will you fill the pages of your creation? Join us for a monthlong celebration of black history, poetry, and performance in the Art Studio! We will investigate how the use of words and language in art and performance changes the way it looks and feels. Throughout the month enjoy activities like: Exploring the work of Kerry James Marshall Putting on a show in […] |
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Join us in MAKESHOP to create your very own book or mini magazine! Explore the parts and pieces of books, then use paper, recycled materials and bookbinding tools to make your own. How will you fill the pages of your creation?
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 Try out woodland impression stamping this week at Sensory Play! Explore the textures created by objects found in the woods by making impressions of them in clay. Join us at this program to earn an I AM WILD Woodland Habitat Card! All month, we are learning about woodlands habitats. See our other March I AM […] Join us for a monthlong celebration of black history, poetry, and performance in the Art Studio! We will investigate how the use of words and language in art and performance changes the way it looks and feels. Throughout the month enjoy activities like: Exploring the work of Kerry James Marshall Putting on a show in […] |
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This month we will explore animals of the woods. Today, we will learn about deer by exploring their tracks and antlers. Join us to hear a story about deer and make a deer using your handprints. Join us at this program to earn an I AM WILD Woodland Habitat Card! All month, we are learning […] Join us for a monthlong celebration of black history, poetry, and performance in the Art Studio! We will investigate how the use of words and language in art and performance changes the way it looks and feels. Throughout the month enjoy activities like: Exploring the work of Kerry James Marshall Putting on a show in […]
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 Join us in MAKESHOP to learn all about plastic! Explore the properties and uses of different recycled plastic types. What kinds of tools can be used to change its shape, size, or texture? Throughout the month, we'll be experimenting with things like heat tools, 3D printing, and plastic bag weaving. |
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Have a day filled with joy, creativity, and wonder at the Children’s Museum! Learn about new arts and making processes, engage in hands-on science experiments, express yourself through music and movement, and explore all that our exhibits have to offer. Museum Explorers half-day camps for Ages 5 - 6 are offered on the following days: […] 
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Explore answers to questions about the world around you as you learn through design challenges, experiments, scavenger hunts, exhibit exploration and more. Curiosity Camp half-day camps for Ages 7 - 9 are offered on the following days: Friday, February 7 Friday, February 21 Friday, March 7 Friday, March 21 Sign up for each day of […] Join us for a monthlong celebration of black history, poetry, and performance in the Art Studio! We will investigate how the use of words and language in art and performance changes the way it looks and feels. Throughout the month enjoy activities like: Exploring the work of Kerry James Marshall Putting on a show in […] |
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Join us for a monthlong celebration of black history, poetry, and performance in the Art Studio! We will investigate how the use of words and language in art and performance changes the way it looks and feels. Throughout the month enjoy activities like: Exploring the work of Kerry James Marshall Putting on a show in […] Join us in MAKESHOP to learn all about plastic! Explore the properties and uses of different recycled plastic types. What kinds of tools can be used to change its shape, size, or texture? Throughout the month, we'll be experimenting with things like heat tools, 3D printing, and plastic bag weaving.
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 Join our F.I.N.E. Artist in Residence Oreen Cohen in the Art Studio as they lead visitors through exploring various materials such as charcoal as they experiment with abstract mark making to create works of art. This is a drop-in style workshop. Oreen Cohen's works are connected through materiality and gesture using the processes of sculptural […] |
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Join us for a monthlong celebration of black history, poetry, and performance in the Art Studio! We will investigate how the use of words and language in art and performance changes the way it looks and feels. Throughout the month enjoy activities like: Exploring the work of Kerry James Marshall Putting on a show in […] Join us in MAKESHOP to learn all about plastic! Explore the properties and uses of different recycled plastic types. What kinds of tools can be used to change its shape, size, or texture? Throughout the month, we'll be experimenting with things like heat tools, 3D printing, and plastic bag weaving.
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 Join students from Slippery Rock University’s Music Department in the Nursery 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 […] |
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Join us for a monthlong celebration of black history, poetry, and performance in the Art Studio! We will investigate how the use of words and language in art and performance changes the way it looks and feels. Throughout the month enjoy activities like: Exploring the work of Kerry James Marshall Putting on a show in […] Join us in MAKESHOP to learn all about plastic! Explore the properties and uses of different recycled plastic types. What kinds of tools can be used to change its shape, size, or texture? Throughout the month, we'll be experimenting with things like heat tools, 3D printing, and plastic bag weaving. |
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Join us for a monthlong celebration of black history, poetry, and performance in the Art Studio! We will investigate how the use of words and language in art and performance changes the way it looks and feels. Throughout the month enjoy activities like: Exploring the work of Kerry James Marshall Putting on a show in […]  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. In March, explore your senses with Earth, Wind, and …Water! Join in a pirate scavenger hunt through sand, practice squeezing water from surprise sponges, […] Join us in MAKESHOP to learn all about plastic! Explore the properties and uses of different recycled plastic types. What kinds of tools can be used to change its shape, size, or texture? Throughout the month, we'll be experimenting with things like heat tools, 3D printing, and plastic bag weaving. |
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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 […]
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This month we will explore animals of the woods. Today, we will learn about skunks by exploring their tracks and fur. Join us to hear a story about skunks and make black and white art. Join us at this program to earn an I AM WILD Woodland Habitat Card! All month, we are learning about […] Join us in MAKESHOP to learn all about plastic! Explore the properties and uses of different recycled plastic types. What kinds of tools can be used to change its shape, size, or texture? Throughout the month, we'll be experimenting with things like heat tools, 3D printing, and plastic bag weaving. |
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Join us in MAKESHOP to learn all about plastic! Explore the properties and uses of different recycled plastic types. What kinds of tools can be used to change its shape, size, or texture? Throughout the month, we'll be experimenting with things like heat tools, 3D printing, and plastic bag weaving.  Join us in the Art Studio to make your own quilt collage! Use the pre-cut pieces of fabric to glue together your own quilt design inspired by the artists and quilters of Gee's Bend!  People can tell stories, listen to them, and make them into art! From Story Quilts to paintings of important events, storytelling is an important feature of folk art. Experiment with paints to represent a story or describe an event in your artwork! |
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Join us in MAKESHOP to learn all about plastic! Explore the properties and uses of different recycled plastic types. What kinds of tools can be used to change its shape, size, or texture? Throughout the month, we'll be experimenting with things like heat tools, 3D printing, and plastic bag weaving.
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Join us in the Art Studio to make your own quilt collage! Use pre-cut pieces of fabric to glue together your own quilt design inspired by the artists and quilters of Gee's Bend. People can tell stories, listen to them, and make them into art! From Story Quilts to paintings of important events, storytelling is an important feature of folk art. Experiment with paints to represent a story or describe an event in your artwork! |
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Join us in MAKESHOP to learn all about plastic! Explore the properties and uses of different recycled plastic types. What kinds of tools can be used to change its shape, size, or texture? Throughout the month, we'll be experimenting with things like heat tools, 3D printing, and plastic bag weaving. Join us in the Art Studio to make your own quilt collage! Use the pre-cut pieces of fabric to glue together your own quilt design inspired by the artists and quilters of Gee's Bend! People can tell stories, listen to them, and make them into art! From Story Quilts to paintings of important events, storytelling is an important feature of folk art. Experiment with paints to represent a story or describe an event in your artwork! |
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Join us in MAKESHOP to learn all about plastic! Explore the properties and uses of different recycled plastic types. What kinds of tools can be used to change its shape, size, or texture? Throughout the month, we'll be experimenting with things like heat tools, 3D printing, and plastic bag weaving. Join us in the Art Studio to make your own quilt collage! Use the pre-cut pieces of fabric to glue together your own quilt design inspired by the artists and quilters of Gee's Bend! People can tell stories, listen to them, and make them into art! From Story Quilts to paintings of important events, storytelling is an important feature of folk art. Experiment with paints to represent a story or describe an event in your artwork! |
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Join us in MAKESHOP to learn all about plastic! Explore the properties and uses of different recycled plastic types. What kinds of tools can be used to change its shape, size, or texture? Throughout the month, we'll be experimenting with things like heat tools, 3D printing, and plastic bag weaving. Join us in the Art Studio to make your own quilt collage! Use the pre-cut pieces of fabric to glue together your own quilt design inspired by the artists and quilters of Gee's Bend! People can tell stories, listen to them, and make them into art! From Story Quilts to paintings of important events, storytelling is an important feature of folk art. Experiment with paints to represent a story or describe an event in your artwork! |
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Fred Rogers is a beloved icon for Pittsburgh and we believe it’s important to continue to memorialize his wonderful and meaningful work, as well as help today’s children and families better relate to his many messages of kindness, acceptance and individuality. We celebrate the life and work of Fred Rogers on his birthday with Free […]
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 Join us each Thursday at 10:30 am for Storytime where we foster children's imaginations and early literacy skills through stories and activities that explore themes such as identity, creativity, and kindness. This month we explore Women's History and highlight stories of women from our past and present. Included with museum admission. This program is designed […] Join us in MAKESHOP to learn all about plastic! Explore the properties and uses of different recycled plastic types. What kinds of tools can be used to change its shape, size, or texture? Throughout the month, we'll be experimenting with things like heat tools, 3D printing, and plastic bag weaving. |
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Have a day filled with joy, creativity, and wonder at the Children’s Museum! Learn about new arts and making processes, engage in hands-on science experiments, express yourself through music and movement, and explore all that our exhibits have to offer. Museum Explorers half-day camps for Ages 5 - 6 are offered on the following days: […]
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Explore answers to questions about the world around you as you learn through design challenges, experiments, scavenger hunts, exhibit exploration and more. Curiosity Camp half-day camps for Ages 7 - 9 are offered on the following days: Friday, February 7 Friday, February 21 Friday, March 7 Friday, March 21 Sign up for each day of […]
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Join us in MAKESHOP to learn all about plastic! Explore the properties and uses of different recycled plastic types. What kinds of tools can be used to change its shape, size, or texture? Throughout the month, we'll be experimenting with things like heat tools, 3D printing, and plastic bag weaving. |
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Join us in MAKESHOP to learn all about plastic! Explore the properties and uses of different recycled plastic types. What kinds of tools can be used to change its shape, size, or texture? Throughout the month, we'll be experimenting with things like heat tools, 3D printing, and plastic bag weaving.
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Join us in the Art Studio to make your own quilt collage! Use the pre-cut pieces of fabric to glue together your own quilt design inspired by the artists and quilters of Gee's Bend!
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People can tell stories, listen to them, and make them into art! From Story Quilts to paintings of important events, storytelling is an important feature of folk art. Experiment with paints to represent a story or describe an event in your artwork! |
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Join us in MAKESHOP to learn all about plastic! Explore the properties and uses of different recycled plastic types. What kinds of tools can be used to change its shape, size, or texture? Throughout the month, we'll be experimenting with things like heat tools, 3D printing, and plastic bag weaving.
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Join us in the Art Studio to make your own quilt collage! Use the pre-cut pieces of fabric to glue together your own quilt design inspired by the artists and quilters of Gee's Bend! People can tell stories, listen to them, and make them into art! From Story Quilts to paintings of important events, storytelling is an important feature of folk art. Experiment with paints to represent a story or describe an event in your artwork! |
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Join us in MAKESHOP to learn all about plastic! Explore the properties and uses of different recycled plastic types. What kinds of tools can be used to change its shape, size, or texture? Throughout the month, we'll be experimenting with things like heat tools, 3D printing, and plastic bag weaving. Join us in the Art Studio to make your own quilt collage! Use the pre-cut pieces of fabric to glue together your own quilt design inspired by the artists and quilters of Gee's Bend! People can tell stories, listen to them, and make them into art! From Story Quilts to paintings of important events, storytelling is an important feature of folk art. Experiment with paints to represent a story or describe an event in your artwork! |
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Join us in MAKESHOP to learn all about plastic! Explore the properties and uses of different recycled plastic types. What kinds of tools can be used to change its shape, size, or texture? Throughout the month, we'll be experimenting with things like heat tools, 3D printing, and plastic bag weaving. Join us in the Art Studio to make your own quilt collage! Use the pre-cut pieces of fabric to glue together your own quilt design inspired by the artists and quilters of Gee's Bend! People can tell stories, listen to them, and make them into art! From Story Quilts to paintings of important events, storytelling is an important feature of folk art. Experiment with paints to represent a story or describe an event in your artwork! |
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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 to learn all about plastic! Explore the properties and uses of different recycled plastic types. What kinds of tools can be used to change its shape, size, or texture? Throughout the month, we'll be experimenting with things like heat tools, 3D printing, and plastic bag weaving. Join us in the Art Studio to make your own quilt collage! Use the pre-cut pieces of fabric to glue together your own quilt design inspired by the artists and quilters of Gee's Bend! |
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Join us in MAKESHOP to learn all about plastic! Explore the properties and uses of different recycled plastic types. What kinds of tools can be used to change its shape, size, or texture? Throughout the month, we'll be experimenting with things like heat tools, 3D printing, and plastic bag weaving. Join us in the Art Studio to make your own quilt collage! Use the pre-cut pieces of fabric to glue together your own quilt design inspired by the artists and quilters of Gee's Bend!  Flowers and plants are found all over the world, and so is art made of them. Explore materials, art examples and live flowers to create an art piece inspired by folk styles from all over the world! |
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 Join us at MuseumLab for a day filled with inspiring talks, interactive workshops and networking opportunities. This event is all about empowering young people to make a difference in the fight against climate change. Whether you're passionate about renewable energy, sustainable living or environmental policy, there's something for everyone. Come together with like-minded individuals and […]
Free Join us in MAKESHOP to learn all about plastic! Explore the properties and uses of different recycled plastic types. What kinds of tools can be used to change its shape, size, or texture? Throughout the month, we'll be experimenting with things like heat tools, 3D printing, and plastic bag weaving. Join us in the Art Studio to make your own quilt collage! Use the pre-cut pieces of fabric to glue together your own quilt design inspired by the artists and quilters of Gee's Bend! |
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Join us in MAKESHOP to learn all about plastic! Explore the properties and uses of different recycled plastic types. What kinds of tools can be used to change its shape, size, or texture? Throughout the month, we'll be experimenting with things like heat tools, 3D printing, and plastic bag weaving. Join us in the Art Studio to make your own quilt collage! Use the pre-cut pieces of fabric to glue together your own quilt design inspired by the artists and quilters of Gee's Bend! Flowers and plants are found all over the world, and so is art made of them. Explore materials, art examples and live flowers to create an art piece inspired by folk styles from all over the world! |
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THE MARCH 31 DAY CAMP IS SOLD OUT Have a day filled with joy, creativity, and wonder at the Children’s Museum! Learn about new arts and making processes, engage in hands-on science experiments, express yourself through music and movement, and explore all that our exhibits have to offer. Museum Explorers full-day camps are offered on […]
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THE MARCH 31 DAY CAMP IS SOLD OUT Have a day filled with joy, creativity, and wonder at the Children’s Museum! Learn about new arts and making processes, engage in hands-on science experiments, express yourself through music and movement, and explore all that our exhibits have to offer. Museum Explorers full-day camps are offered on […] Join us in MAKESHOP to learn all about plastic! Explore the properties and uses of different recycled plastic types. What kinds of tools can be used to change its shape, size, or texture? Throughout the month, we'll be experimenting with things like heat tools, 3D printing, and plastic bag weaving. |
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Join us in MAKESHOP to learn all about plastic! Explore the properties and uses of different recycled plastic types. What kinds of tools can be used to change its shape, size, or texture? Throughout the month, we'll be experimenting with things like heat tools, 3D printing, and plastic bag weaving. Join us in the Art Studio to make your own quilt collage! Use the pre-cut pieces of fabric to glue together your own quilt design inspired by the artists and quilters of Gee's Bend! Flowers and plants are found all over the world, and so is art made of them. Explore materials, art examples and live flowers to create an art piece inspired by folk styles from all over the world! |
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Join us in MAKESHOP to learn all about plastic! Explore the properties and uses of different recycled plastic types. What kinds of tools can be used to change its shape, size, or texture? Throughout the month, we'll be experimenting with things like heat tools, 3D printing, and plastic bag weaving. Flowers and plants are found all over the world, and so is art made of them. Explore materials, art examples and live flowers to create an art piece inspired by folk styles from all over the world!  In Poland, people often create beautiful paper cut outs called wycinanki to decorate their walls and windows. Use a stencil or your own imagination to create a beautiful paper piece of art! |
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Join us in MAKESHOP to learn all about plastic! Explore the properties and uses of different recycled plastic types. What kinds of tools can be used to change its shape, size, or texture? Throughout the month, we'll be experimenting with things like heat tools, 3D printing, and plastic bag weaving. Flowers and plants are found all over the world, and so is art made of them. Explore materials, art examples and live flowers to create an art piece inspired by folk styles from all over the world! In Poland, people often create beautiful paper cut outs called wycinanki to decorate their walls and windows. Use a stencil or your own imagination to create a beautiful paper piece of art! |
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 In honor of Earth Month, join us for a campus-wide recycling festival! Aluminum Can Drive Help us get more aluminum recycled in our community by donating empty aluminum cans to our drive. All donors receive one free admission per family of four, good for admission on April 5, 2025. Aluminum cans are 100% recyclable and […] Join us in MAKESHOP to learn all about plastic! Explore the properties and uses of different recycled plastic types. What kinds of tools can be used to change its shape, size, or texture? Throughout the month, we'll be experimenting with things like heat tools, 3D printing, and plastic bag weaving. Flowers and plants are found all over the world, and so is art made of them. Explore materials, art examples and live flowers to create an art piece inspired by folk styles from all over the world! |