Stomp, roar, and take the stage! Kids will bring prehistoric tales to life using dinosaur puppets and our puppet theater. Whether they're narrating, acting, or making up silly dino voices, everyone gets a chance to be part of the show in this imaginative, hands-on puppet play experience. Included with daily admission or membership.
Get ready to dance, wiggle, and sing along at our Baby Shark Dance Party! Featuring the wildly popular “Baby Shark” song, this high-energy program invites kids to move and groove with silly shark-inspired dance moves, bubbles, and lots of under-the-sea fun. Perfect for little ones who love to boogie! Included with daily admission or membership.
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. Bring the grandkids for a day of play, learning, and lasting memories!
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, and calm to little learners through gentle interactions and furry friendship. 📅 Every 1st & 3rd Tuesday ⏰ 10:00 – 11:00 AM Stop by for […]
Creating a safe space for all families in the community. ✨ Discovery Play nights are a time for our families to have a less crowded environment, with light and sound reduction, extra visual safety signage, designated quiet rooms, and other accommodations they may need. Every third Thursday of the month. 5:00 - 7:00PM
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 more relaxed and engaging experience! Don't miss the Special Member Morning, one Wednesday a month, where we have a special Member only activity!
We are closing at noon today in order to prepare for our event Jurassic SPARK!
Something BIG is coming to SPARK! Join us on Wednesday, July 16 from 4:00–6:00PM for Jurassic SPARK, a prehistoric party packed with hands-on dino fun. Dig into dinosaur-themed sensory stations, excavate fossils, hatch dinosaur eggs, adopt your very own dino to take home, and even dress up like a paleontologist or a dinosaur! We'll explore […]
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. A special 30-minute morning program will rotate, ensuring various enriching experiences for young learners. FREE admission for kids 3 & under. Adults and children 4 […]
Get ready to move, groove, and have fun with Just for Kix at SPARK! 🌟 This high-energy program introduces kids to the joy of dance through music, movement, and creative expression. Perfect for little movers of all skill levels! 📅 Every 3rd Thursday ⏰ 10:00 – 10:30 AM Come dance, play, and discover the rhythm […]
Music Together® Mixed-Age Classes are more than just music—they’re a joyful, nurturing space where children from birth to age five grow, bond, and thrive alongside their families. Through singing, movement, and instrument play, children develop the foundational skills of musical competence in an environment that feels like play. Babies delight in watching and imitating their […]
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 that make science, technology, engineering, and math come to life!
Family Yoga – Every Saturday from 11:30 AM–12:00 PM, join us for a fun and relaxing yoga session led by a local instructor. This family-friendly class encourages movement, mindfulness, and bonding through playful poses and gentle stretches!
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. Bring the grandkids for a day of play, learning, and lasting memories!
Join us for Coping Copilots, a special program designed to help kids build emotional resilience through fun, interactive activities! 🌟 Led by experts, this engaging session fosters social-emotional learning in a playful and supportive environment. 📅 Every 2nd & 4th Tuesday ⏰ 10:00 – 10:30 AM Let’s explore emotions, practice mindfulness, and grow together! 💙✨
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 and furry friendship. Stop by for tail wags, belly rubs, and the magic of a therapy dog’s love! 🐕✨
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 more relaxed and engaging experience! Don't miss the Special Member Morning, one Wednesday a month, where we have a special Member only activity!
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 families to enjoy together—and it counts as a check-off on your Summer Bookworm Challenge sheet! Included with daily admission or membership.
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. A special 30-minute morning program will rotate, ensuring various enriching experiences for young learners. FREE admission for kids 3 & under. Adults and children 4 […]
Join Healing Rhythms Music Therapy for an engaging and interactive session where kids can explore music, movement, and mindfulness! 🌟 Led by board-certified music therapists, this program encourages self-expression, emotional well-being, and connection through the power of rhythm. Perfect for little ones to enjoy a calming and engaging musical experience! 📅 Every 2nd & 4th […]
