Discovery Studio
A vibrant space for children's open-ended art and science exploration
This artfully designed environment inspires discovery and
creative exploration with a selection of rotating activities,
appropriate for a wide range of ages and abilities. It offers
an array of interesting objects and materials, coupled with challenges
and ideas for investigation.
Discovery Studio is open for self-guided
exploration most days from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM, with facilitated
activities on Thursday and Friday mornings and some weekends.
Try a different theme each week! Check the calendar for other daily programs.
| May 1 - 6 • Shape Play Toss, sort, stack and match an array of shapes and create designs and patterns. |
June 2 - 15 • Doodlers Use paper and drawing tools to try out different doodle patterns and ideas. |
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| May 8 - 13, 15 - 18 • Collage Creators Create funky works of art from an array of colorful fabrics, papers and objects. |
June 18 - 22 and 23 - 30 • Magnet Play Experiment and sculpt with magnets to explore the power of magnetism. |
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| May 22 - June 1 • Pulleys and Gears Explore simple machines – tighten screws using real tools, lift weight with pulleys, and create a network of gears. |
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Discovery Studio was supported in part by the June Rockwell Levy Foundation and by donors to the Museum's Thrive Drive.
