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This Prek story and STEAM program combines a story with simple science, technology, engineering, art and math activities designed for young learners. Activities are hands on and geared toward preschoolers with a caregiver present. Advance registration is required and space is limited.
Event cost: DHNP members $4 per child, general...
Families can explore an immersive exhibit where kids follow clues through an ancient Maya mystery. Children can decode glyphs, learn about rainforest animals and try hands on activities like charcoal rubbings and a tabletop Maya ballgame. The exhibit runs for several months and is best for elementary age kids...
Families can explore hands on science activities inspired by groundbreaking women in STEM, from space exploration to coding and chemistry. Kids can move through interactive stations designed to spark curiosity and creativity, while learning about real scientists and their contributions. Museum exhibits will also be open during the event.
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Discover and Play Family Fest is a free, kid friendly event focused on early childhood learning through hands on play. Families can explore activity stations that support motor skills, problem solving and social development for kids of all ages. One free ticket is required per family and advance registration...
This preschool program pairs a children’s story with hands-on STEAM activities focused on science, art and problem-solving. Kids enjoy guided activities designed for early learners in a small-group setting. Space is limited, and advance registration is required.
Event cost: DHNP members $4, General public $6
Event times: 10-11 a.m. Jan. 23....
Discover the features of different animal habitats, from deserts to rainforests, in this hands-on preschool program. Kids ages 3-4 attend with an adult caregiver and enjoy stories, art projects and activities that build early learning skills. Some classes include time exploring habitat areas around the Zoo, and only one...
Winter Chemistry Kids Night Out is an evening STEM event where kids rotate through hands-on chemistry stations filled with fizzing, bubbling winter experiments. Pizza and a drink are included and kids may wind down with an age-appropriate movie. Goggles are provided and activities are designed for mixed ages.
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Washing Machine Bank is a free, hands on workshop where kids build a spinning coin bank with help from Lowe’s staff. Children learn basic building skills while exploring saving money in a fun, creative way. Registration is required and space may be limited by location.
Event cost: Free
Event times: 10...
Kids can learn how animals survive winter through a fun and engaging puppet show. Animal characters share how they adapt to cold, snow and ice in a format that’s easy for young audiences to enjoy. This performance is part of Hands On Holidays and is included with museum admission.
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Families can shop more than 100 local vendors offering crafts, gifts and holiday treats. Kids can meet Santa while parents browse sales and enjoy festive shopping. A winter clothing drive will also support local foster care children.
Event cost: Free admission
Event times: 11 a.m.–6 p.m. Dec. 20
