Travel back in time and become a cave artist! 🖐️ Kids will explore our pretend “caves” and create their own cave drawings using brown paper, cardboard, and natural tones—just like […]
Step into the past with this hands-on prehistoric play! Kids will press toy dinosaur feet into playdough to make tracks and fossil impressions. Explore textures, patterns, and the mystery of […]
Grandparents Play Free Day – Every Tuesday, grandparents enjoy free admission to SPARK, thanks to the generous support of the Astrup Family Foundation, Sterling Pharmacy, and Carl & Verna Schmidt. […]
Get ready to dig in and discover! Kids will become junior paleontologists as they explore sensory bins filled with sand, tools, and hidden dinosaur treasures. Whether unearthing fossils or tiny […]
Come cuddle up with Stella, a friendly and lovable therapy dog with Pet Partners! 🐶💛 Alongside her trainer, Shari, Stella brings comfort, joy, and calm to little learners through gentle interactions […]
Member Morning – Every Wednesday from 9:00–10:00 AM, SPARK members enjoy an exclusive, quieter play hour before the museum opens to the public. It's a special perk designed for a […]
Step into the past with this hands-on prehistoric play! Kids will press toy dinosaur feet into playdough to make tracks and fossil impressions. Explore textures, patterns, and the mystery of […]
Gather ‘round for SPARK Story Time! A SPARK staff member will lead young readers through a delightful book filled with imagination, fun, and learning. This cozy read-aloud is perfect for […]
Bring your littlest learners to SPARK every Thursday for a day full of playing, learning, and discovering together! The Tot Spot will be available all day in the Imagination Station. […]
Join us for a special Tot Storytime—just for our littlest learners! Held on Toddler Thursday, this cozy, interactive story session is designed for children ages 3 and under. We’ll read […]
Get ready for tail wags and warm fuzzies! Sir Walter Floof—also known as Walter, a Great Pyrenees/Anatolian Shepherd mix—joins us with his handler Jessica from Caring Canines. As part of […]
STEM Friday at SPARK is a hands-on, interactive program every Friday from 11:00–11:30 AM, featuring a new STEM-based activity each week. Join us for exciting experiments, creative challenges, and discoveries […]
Fluffy, fun, and full of personality! Kids will create their own adorable dinosaurs using colorful pom poms, googly eyes, and craft supplies. Whether it’s a spiky Stegosaurus or a cuddly […]
Roar into creativity with folded paper dinosaurs! Kids will learn simple folding techniques to create their own dino friends using colorful paper. From fierce T. rexes to long-necked Brachiosauruses, this […]
Give a high five to creativity! In this dino-mite craft, kids will use cutout paper handprints to create colorful dinosaurs—turning their fingers into spiky backs and tails. It’s a fun, […]
Let’s take the fun outside! Weather permitting, we’ll head into SPARK Park for classic yard games, bubbly fun, sidewalk chalk masterpieces, and more. It’s a great way to enjoy fresh […]
Light up the land of the dinosaurs! 🔦 Kids will create their own dino-themed flashlights using plastic wrap, markers, and a paper cup. Once assembled, they’ll shine a light through […]
Grandparents Play Free Day – Every Tuesday, grandparents enjoy free admission to SPARK, thanks to the generous support of the Astrup Family Foundation, Sterling Pharmacy, and Carl & Verna Schmidt. […]
Come cuddle up with Bernie, a friendly and lovable Golden Doodle and registered therapy dog with the Alliance of Therapy Dogs! 🐶💛 Alongside his trainer, Tim, Bernie brings comfort, joy, […]
Celebrate SPARK’s 5th Birthday with a burst of creativity! Kids will design their own vibrant, layered cakes using a variety of colorful materials. No baking required—just imagination, play, and plenty […]
