Daily Programming

Our Daily Programs are great way to extend learning! These programs are created by our highly skilled educators, who specialize in hands-on learning, and are included in admission and museum membership.  There is no additional cost.

Each month of programming has its own theme, so activities stay fresh and exciting!

Teachers, enjoy a free lesson plan download here: STEAM Learning Lemon Boats Lesson

 

January Programming Theme: Make Your Mark

How can you leave a positive impact? Explore ways things change for the better– through kindness, inventions, helping hands, and more.

Infant & Toddler Programs:

Story Sprouts,  10:30 am (Daily)

Step into the world of reading with a daily story and fun corresponding activity! Join us in the Watermelon Seeds Gallery, in our Fruit Bowl programming area.

Program designed for children 12 months to 5 years old. Focus on early literacy and communication skills.

Sensational Senses, 1:30 pm (Mon – Sat)

Explore the world through your senses! Get hands-on with materials and discover new textures, sounds, and smells. Join us in the Watermelon Seeds Gallery, in our Fruit Bowl programming area.

Movin’ & Groovin’, 3:45 pm (Mon – Sat) & 1:45 pm (Sun)

Get up and move to the groove! This interactive program supports gross motor skills along with language. Join us in the Watermelon Seeds Gallery, in our Fruit Bowl programming area.

Program designed for babies through children aged 6.

Celebrate the Day Parade, 4:45 pm (Mon – Sat) & 2:45 pm (Sun)

When the day is almost over, it’s time to celebrate! Join us, starting in City Play, as we parade through the Museum and out the door. It’s been a great day!

This program is designed for children of all ages. Parents too!

Kids Programs:

STEM Challenge, 10:30 am (Daily) & 3:30 pm (Mon, Wed, Fri)

Love to build? Interested in how things work? Visit our Design Park Gallery on the first floor and check out the project of the day. Can you beat the challenge?

STEM Challenge is designed for children ages 5 and up. Program available in the morning daily and in the afternoon on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday.

Mini Masterpieces, 11:30 am (Daily) & 3:30 pm (Tues, Thurs, Sat)

Broad art prompts leave room for creativity to bloom! Make something uniquely yours. Join us in Design Park on the first floor.

Program designed for children of all ages. Program available in the morning daily and in the afternoon on Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday.

Dig In, 2:30 pm (Mon – Sat) & 2 pm Sun

Explore with your senses! Dig into a themed sensory bin in Design Park on the first floor.

Program designed for children of all ages. Program available daily at 2:30 pm Monday through Saturday, and 2 pm on Sunday.

Celebrate the Day Parade, 4:45 pm (Mon – Sat) & 2:45 pm (Sun)

When the day is almost over, it’s time to celebrate! Join us, starting in City Play, as we parade through the Museum and out the door. It’s been a great day!

This program is designed for children of all ages. Parents too!

Looking for more? Check our calendar below for additional activities and events!

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