Ready, aim, create! In Squirt Gun Splatter, kids will load squirt guns with colorful paint water and spray their way to bold, splattery masterpieces. A fun and energetic way to explore color mixing, motion, and creative expression—perfect for outdoor play and messy art magic!
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!
Turn everyday scraps into spectacular sculptures! In Trash to Treasure Sculptures, kids will use recycled and found materials—like cardboard, bottle caps, fabric scraps, and more—to build their own unique works of art. This eco-friendly activity encourages creativity, problem-solving, and conversation about sustainability while showing that with a little imagination, anything can become art!
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!
Explore the tiny building blocks of life through art! In Paint-a-Cell, kids will look at images of real plant, animal, and human cells, then use their imagination to paint their own vibrant interpretations. This hands-on science-meets-art activity encourages curiosity about biology while letting creativity shine through shape, color, and design.
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 […]
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 […]
Brew up some creativity with Tea Tint Art! In this calming, sensory-rich activity, kids will use brewed tea bags to paint and stain paper, creating beautiful, earthy-toned works of art. As they dab, press, and drag the tea bags, they'll explore how different teas leave unique colors and textures behind. A soothing and simple way […]
Join Miss Angie’s Place at SPARK!🌿🎨📚 This interactive session encourages creativity, self-expression, and connection through Art, Nature, Education, and Well-Being—creating an inclusive and welcoming space for all. She might also have a bunny friend along! 📅 Every 1st & 3rd Wednesday ⏰ 10:15 – 11:00 AM Come learn, create, and grow with Miss Angie’s Place—where […]
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!
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
Get ready to take your art outside with Puffy Sidewalk Paint in SPARK Park! Kids will use colorful, foamy paint to create bold designs on the pavement—perfect for squishy, sensory fun in the sun. It’s a playful way to explore texture, color mixing, and outdoor creativity. Watch your artwork come to life right under your […]
The Rochester Chamber is back with another zesty activity as they gear up for Lemonade Day! Join us for Lemon Stamping, where kids can create bright, summery artwork using real lemons as stamps. It’s a fun and fruity way to celebrate creativity, community, and the spirit of young entrepreneurship!
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!
Celebrate International Museum Day by adding your voice to our Community Canvas! Visitors of all ages are invited to write, paint, or draw something they appreciate about SPARK—whether it’s a favorite exhibit, a fun memory, or what the museum means to them. This collaborative art piece will grow throughout the day, showcasing the creativity, gratitude, […]
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! 👐💛
Get ready to create a one-of-a-kind masterpiece! In this hands-on program, kids will design their own mosaic tiles using clay as a base and decorating with beans, seeds, and other small textured materials. From bold patterns to tiny details, this activity encourages creativity, fine motor skills, and sensory exploration. Each unique tile can be taken […]
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!
Slow down and sculpt something special! In this hands-on clay activity, kids will create their own adorable snail-shaped pinch pots. Using simple techniques, they’ll shape and decorate their snails while learning about form, texture, and creativity. It’s a fun introduction to clay and a great way to make a wiggly little friend to take home!
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!
