Literacy

Did you know there are several ways fossils can be preserved? Learn about one of the rarest forms of fossilization—preserved remains—while playing with slime! This program is designed for children ages 6-12.

Calling all junior rockhounds! Discover guaranteed treasure and learn about crystal creation with these DIY geodes. Kids will create a sparkling treasure using readily available household supplies. This program is designed for children ages 9-12.

3-2-1, it’s gonna be fun! Stop by and make a patriotic pom-pom, then spend time seeing how far you make your pom-poms fly. This program is designed for children ages 6-8.

Supplies for the Water Rockets craft will be available as a take home craft.

Thomas Jefferaptor vs. John Quinceratops Adams? Learn about the democratic process by making campaign posters for your favorite dinosaur and then cast your ballot to see which dinosaur will win! This program is designed for children ages 9-12.

Stomp on over and create a one-of-a-kind habitat for your new dino friend! Kids will build a diorama, learn about environments to craft a habitat, and build a mini brick dino. This program is designed for children ages 9-12.

Learn how prehistoric life left their mark on the world by examining trace fossils before creating your own model fossil! This program is designed for children ages 6-8.

3-2-1, it’s gonna be fun! Observe a chemical reaction and have a blast with these safe, colorful water rockets to celebrate America’s birthday! This program is designed for children ages 6-12.

This process art project is a blast! Preschoolers will explore how paint flows and changes using a straw instead of a brush, focusing on process over product. This program is designed for children ages 3-5.

Thomas Jefferaptor vs. John Quinceratops Adams? Learn about the democratic process by making campaign posters for your favorite dinosaur and then cast your ballot to see which dinosaur will win! This program is designed for children ages 9-12.

Happy birthday USA! Celebrate the USA’s 250th birthday with a fun, hands-on music and craft program for preschoolers! Children will design their own red, white, and blue drums while building fine motor skills, then use their instruments to explore rhythm, sound, and patriotic fun. This program is designed for children ages 3-5.