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!
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 Triceratops, these prehistoric pals are perfect for imaginative play and take-home fun. Included with daily admission or membership. 🦕🎨🧶
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 activity brings origami-inspired fun to life—prehistoric style! Included with daily admission or membership. 🦖📄✨
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, personal twist on prehistoric play! 🖐️🦖 Included with daily admission or membership.
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 air, get moving, and spark creativity in the sunshine. Included with daily admission or membership. ☀️🎨🫧
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 their designs to project prehistoric scenes on the wall. A glowing mix of creativity and science! 🦖 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 […]
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!
Join us for Sign Language Story Time with Traci from Circle of Friends Signing School! 📖✨ Enjoy interactive stories, songs, and fun while learning basic ASL signs. 📅 Every 1st Wednesday & 3rd Sunday ⏰ 11:00 – 11:30 AM Come play, learn, and discover the magic of storytelling through sign language! 👐💛
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 […]
A Toddler Thursday Special! Little ones will roll, jump, and climb in this movement-focused session designed to build gross motor skills and confidence.
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! 💙✨
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 […]
