Learn to use a soldering iron, copper tape, and glass pieces to create designs in stained glass. Add to our communal creation as you explore this technique.
This activity uses hot tools and sharp materials and is designed for visitors ages 9 and up.
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MakeLab: Stained Glass-9+
Learn to use a soldering iron, copper tape, and glass pieces to create designs in stained glass. Add to our communal creation as you explore this technique.
This activity uses hot tools and sharp materials and is designed for visitors ages 9 and up.
MakeLab: Stained Glass-9+
Learn to use a soldering iron, copper tape, and glass pieces to create designs in stained glass. Add to our communal creation as you explore this technique.
This activity uses hot tools and sharp materials and is designed for visitors ages 9 and up.
MakeLab: Etched Metal Tags-8+
Explore the processes of electro-etching and stamping to make a custom metal tag for yourself, a pet, or a friend!
This activity is designed for visitors ages 8+.
Made possible with generous support from Arconic Foundation.
MakeLab: Etched Metal Tags-8+
Explore the processes of electro-etching and stamping to make a custom metal tag for yourself, a pet, or a friend!
This activity is designed for visitors ages 8+.
Made possible with generous support from Arconic Foundation.
Make Lab: Needle Felting – Ages 8+
Join us in Make Lab to learn the art of needle felting! Explore the material properties of wool and use it to “paint” a fiber art piece. Will you turn your felted fabric into a hanging tapestry, a clothing patch or something else?
This activity takes place in the Children’s Museum’s neighboring building MuseumLab and is designed for visitors ages 8+ due to the use of sharp tools.
Make Lab: Needle Felting – Ages 8+
Join us in Make Lab to learn the art of needle felting! Explore the material properties of wool and use it to “paint” a fiber art piece. Will you turn your felted fabric into a hanging tapestry, a clothing patch or something else?
This activity takes place in the Children’s Museum’s neighboring building MuseumLab and is designed for visitors ages 8+ due to the use of sharp tools.
Make Lab: Needle Felting – Ages 8+
Join us in Make Lab to learn the art of needle felting! Explore the material properties of wool and use it to “paint” a fiber art piece. Will you turn your felted fabric into a hanging tapestry, a clothing patch or something else?
This activity takes place in the Children’s Museum’s neighboring building MuseumLab and is designed for visitors ages 8+ due to the use of sharp tools.
Make Lab: Needle Felting – Ages 8+
Join us in Make Lab to learn the art of needle felting! Explore the material properties of wool and use it to “paint” a fiber art piece. Will you turn your felted fabric into a hanging tapestry, a clothing patch or something else?
This activity takes place in the Children’s Museum’s neighboring building MuseumLab and is designed for visitors ages 8+ due to the use of sharp tools.
Make Lab: Needle Felting – Ages 8+
Join us in Make Lab to learn the art of needle felting! Explore the material properties of wool and use it to “paint” a fiber art piece. Will you turn your felted fabric into a hanging tapestry, a clothing patch or something else?
This activity takes place in the Children’s Museum’s neighboring building MuseumLab and is designed for visitors ages 8+ due to the use of sharp tools.
Make Lab: Needle Felting – Ages 8+
Join us in Make Lab to learn the art of needle felting! Explore the material properties of wool and use it to “paint” a fiber art piece. Will you turn your felted fabric into a hanging tapestry, a clothing patch or something else?
This activity takes place in the Children’s Museum’s neighboring building MuseumLab and is designed for visitors ages 8+ due to the use of sharp tools.
MakeLab: Dowel and Peg Construction
Create joints in wood using pegs and dowels.
Drill holes in wood pieces, then fit dowels into the holes for a pressure fit connection.
What shapes can you create? What are the benefits of a pressure fit?
Safety glasses are required for this activity.
Adult supervision from a guardian required for kids under the age of 7.
Printmaking Workshop: Digital Design Screen Printing (Ages 10+)
Join us to create your own digitally designed screen print! In this workshop, you will explore the process of creating a digital design, using a die-cut machine, and making screen prints. You will get to print onto and take home a tote bag, but you are also welcome to bring a t-shirt to print your design onto! Ages 10-15.
$20 per person, Museum admission not included.
Location: MuseumLab
MuseumLab is the Children’s Museums’ new art/tech/making space for youth and teens, located next door to the Children’s Museum.
Parking is available at the Children’s Museum.
Please plan to arrive at MuseumLab 5 minutes before the scheduled start time of the workshop. Workshop registration does not include museum admission. Parental waiver required.