Daily Activities
 Meet the Paleontologist
Dinosphere
Daily, 10 a.m.–noon
Learn about dinosaur fossils from one of our resident paleontologists.
Boat Building
ScienceWorks
Daily, 10 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
Explore principles of flotation.
Create a boat using common items.
Finger Plays
Playscape
Daily, 10:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m.
Favorite finger play stories and songs come to life with the use of finger puppets.
Story in a Can
Playscape
Daily, 11 a.m. and 3:30 p.m.
Listen to a special story in our story room.
Sketch the Unknown
Dragons Unearthed
Daily, 11 a.m.
presents:
Science Club
Join our Science Club, participate in museum science programs, and receive cool science prizes! Pick up your Science Club card at eligible programs in ScienceWorks, Dinosphere, SciencePort, and the Biotechnology Learning Center. |
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Big Dino Fun!
Dinosphere®
See gallery for times
Join us in the Late Cretaceous Period as we become part of a duckbill herd, go on a fossil hunt or have a conversation with an extinct T. rex!
Biotechnology
Learning Center
ScienceWorks
See gallery for times and topics
Learn about biotechnology in special lab sessions designed for family groups and children ages 10 and up.
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Anne, Ruby and
Ryan's Stories
The Power of Children
See gallery for times
Experience the stories of Anne Frank, Ruby Bridges, and Ryan White through live theatrical performances.
Due to the serious subject matter, all Power of Children performances are recommended for children ages 8 and up.
ScienceWorks
Daily, 11 a.m.–1 p.m., 2–4 p.m.
Become a CSI—Curious Scientific Investigator. Family teams use interactive technology to investigate and solve mysteries about dinosaurs, biotech, health, and mysterious stains. SciencePort activities and programs range in design for ages 5 and up. Check the gallery sign for details and program times. Visit childrensmuseum.org/scienceport or SciencePort headquarters in ScienceWorks.
Play-A-Part: Sebou
Take Me There: Egypt
Tuesday–Friday 2 p.m.
Saturday noon, 1 p.m., and 3 p.m.
Sunday 1 p.m. and 3 p.m.
 Experience the sebou, an Egyptian celebration for welcoming a newborn baby. Free tickets are required and are available in the gallery.
Rock Climbing
ScienceWorks
Saturdays, Sundays
Free tickets (required to climb) are available in ScienceWorks on a first-come, first-served basis. Morning climb tickets are available at 10 a.m.; afternoon climb tickets are available at 12:30 p.m. For children ages 6 to 12, with one parent or guardian to handle the ropes for every two children. Rhyme Time
Playscape
Wednesdays; 11:30 a.m.
Join a special character for favorite preschool rhymes.
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Special Activities
Groovy Saturday
Throughout the museum
Saturday, July 3
10 a.m.–3 p.m.
Enjoy live music from BritBeat, America's premier tribute to The Beatles. Make your own pet rock, tie-dye a colorful handkerchief, and practive the Hustle and other fun 70's dance moves. Then, take in more live music with the Boys of R and One Girl.
Radio Disney Concert featuring Allstar Weekend
Mezzanine
Concert noon, July 10
Autograph 1 p.m. signing
Don't miss your opportunity to rock out and meet this up-and-coming band.
MAP Music Fest
Throughout the museum
July 17, 10 a.m.–3 p.m.
Join the teens of the Museum Apprentice Program (MAP) for their summer festival. Explore the art of musicians, the science of sound, and the history of rock 'n' roll. Participate in hands-on activities, enjoy concerts, and have fun exploring our newest exhibit, Rock Stars, Cars, and Guitars.
Like Totally Saturday
Throughout the museum
Aug. 7, 10 a.m.–3 p.m.
Wear your neon and celebrate the art, music, and culture of the awesome 80's. |
