Here Be Dragons
Step into a world where myth meets science, where creatures of legend crawl, slither, and roar to life! Here Be Dragons is a one-of-a-kind immersive exhibition that brings visitors face-to-face with live reptiles and paleontological discoveries that blur the lines…
Tiny Titans: Dinosaur Eggs and Babies
Take a rare and exciting look at the life of dinosaurs through their eggs, nests and embryos in Tiny Titans: Dinosaur Eggs and Babies. This remarkable hands-on exhibition offers an astounding array of authentic dinosaur eggs and nests collected from…
Gingerbread: In the Land of Sugar & Seuss
Step into the pages of a Dr. Seuss book in this whimsical and clever holiday gingerbread exhibit. Classic stories and characters created out of flour, sugar, and colorful candies are set against a backdrop of immersive murals and festive decorations.
Nature Cat: Backyard and Beyond
Tally ho! Explore the natural world in this interactive exhibit based on the popular PBS animated kids’ series. Nature Cat: Backyard and Beyond inspires families and children to understand that nature discovery can happen anywhere – even in their own…
Gingerbread: Under the Sea
Experience the annual gingerbread competition and exhibit that meshes two of our favorite things—baking and creativity! In this 12th annual holiday exhibit, visitors will dive into the enchanted waters and journey to the bottom of the sea where fantastical creatures…
Spark!Lab
Open Tuesday-Saturday, 10:30 am-4 pm; Sunday, 11 am-4 pm Spark!Lab is a dynamic learning space where children, families, and groups create, innovate, collaborate, problem-solve, and invent. Through hands-on activities, they learn about the invention process, inventors and inventions in American…
The Scoop on Poop: The Science of What Animals Leave Behind
Fish do it, frogs do it, pythons, eagles, and elephants do it, yet “poop” is one of those subjects we find difficult to talk about with a straight face. Kids, however, are positively fascinated by it, which provides an excellent…
Wolf to Woof: The Story of Dogs
In today’s society, dogs enhance the lives of millions of people in countless ways, but they are also some of our oldest friends. Ancient clues like cave paintings and burials reveal that dogs and people have lived together for thousands…
Seussian Holiday: Gingerbread Competition
Our sixth annual gingerbread exhibition and competition! See incredible creations by bakery shops, restaurants, schools, and area residents. The gingerbread creations will be displayed along with festively decorated holiday trees, enchanting lights, and a backdrop of beautifully painted murals representing…