Events
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Fiery Meteor
Young space explorers can create their own fiery meteor as we bring a little cosmic excitement to the Museum. Fortunately, this meteor is made of paper and imagination—not like the…
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Shooting Star
You know what they say: if you wish upon a star, your dreams just might come true. And if your wish is for an afternoon filled with creativity and fun,…
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Galaxy Necklace
This is one we've been looking forward to! String together your very own planetary necklace using a variety of beads that represent the planets in our solar system. Part craft,…
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Dark Side of the Moon
Inspired by the spirit of exploration and the four brave astronauts who recently ventured farther than anyone had gone before, we're creating a Dark Side of the Moon hanging craft. …
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Chalk Cosmos
Sometimes making art means thinking outside the box. Sometimes it means smashing chalk with a hammer! As layers blend together, the artwork begins to resemble a distant galaxy swirling across…
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Animal World Experience
Matt from @AnimalWorldExperience is coming on Thursday—and we can’t wait to see which creatures from his wild and wonderful menagerie he’ll bring along! As an animal expert, Matt loves sharing…
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Floaty Boats
Young shipbuilders are invited to design and construct their own sailboat on Monday using a foam base and a colorful sail, then put their vessel to the ultimate test on…
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There is “Gnome” Place like Home
Let's add some midsummer magic to your garden! Use your imagination and create a home for a gnome. When you are done, create a story about the gnome that lives…
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Pom Pom Poppers
Fun for all ages, a little bit loud, and just the right amount of chaotic—our pompom shooters are back! Customize your launcher with stickers, color, and flair, then test them…
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Streaming Meteor
These were such a hit last year that we just had to bring them back! Make a “meteor” on Friday and launch it into action using a glowing, blinking ball…
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Squirt Bottle Painting
Let’s make art out of what isn’t there. Sound a little mysterious? That’s the fun of it! In Monday’s activity, we’ll explore the shapes and outlines of natural objects—like ferns,…