K – 1st Grade | Robotics Playground

Build, code, play! In this hands-on class, you’ll explore a variety of programmable objects, each designed to introduce you to the basics of coding, sequencing, and computational thinking. From guiding robots through mazes to creating interactive games, you’ll gain problem-solving skills through playful, tech-based challenges. This class will create fewer take-home projects.

Robot kits explored: KIBOS, Beebots, Spheros, VEX

Skills developed: Block-based coding, sequencing, computational thinking, sensors, and inputs/outputs

4:30 – 5:30PM, 60 Minutes

Specific Dates: 1/15, 1/22, 1/29, 2/5, 2/12, 2/19, 3/5. No class on 2/26.

Showcase on Sunday 3/9*

*Price includes 4 free tickets to KID’s Sunday Open Explore Museum Hours on Showcase Day

2nd – 4th Grade | Cardboard Engineering

Dive into the art of cardboard engineering! In this creative class, you’ll explore advanced cardboard construction techniques to build high-quality, imaginative projects. From wearable art to moving sculptures and miniature buildings, you’ll master the engineering design process and learn the art of prototyping. Whether you’re crafting games or designing intricate automatas, each session will deepen your skills in art, design, and hands-on making.

Project Examples: Wearables, automatas, games, and buildings
Skills Developed: Cardboard construction, engineering design process, prototyping, art and design (possible introduction to laser cutting)

4:30 – 6PM, 90 Minutes

Specific Dates: 1/15, 1/22, 1/29, 2/5, 2/12, 2/19, 3/5. No class on 2/26.
Showcase on Sunday 3/9* 

*Price includes 4 free tickets to KID’s Sunday Open Explore Museum Hours on Showcase Day

5th – 7th Grade | Game Makers Lab

Design, build, and play. Unleash your creativity by reimagining classic games. In this hands-on class, you’ll explore skills in electronics, woodworking, and cardboard construction to bring your unique game ideas to life. From designing custom game boards and crafting resin pieces to inventing original characters, each project offers endless possibilities to create and play in fresh, inventive ways. Get ready to dive into the ultimate game-making experience, where your imagination leads the way!

Project Examples: Pinball and Plinko boards, resin game pieces, custom game characters
Skills Developed: Drills and drivers, cardboard construction, laser cutting, resin casting

4:30 – 6PM, 90 Minutes

Specific Dates: 1/15, 1/22, 1/29, 2/5, 2/12, 2/19, 3/5. No class on 2/26.
Showcase on Sunday 3/9*
*Price includes 4 free tickets to KID’s Sunday Open Explore Museum Hours on Showcase Day

Pre-K | Mini Makers

Our Mini Makers class is an engaging introduction to maker learning tailored for children ages 4-5. This program sparks creativity and builds problem-solving skills through a range of hands-on projects that integrate elements of invention, building, and art. With activities ranging from circuitry to textiles, Mini Makers is designed to nurture curiosity and independence.

Each class will explore a variety of tools, techniques, and materials.

Winter projects will vary from Fall projects!

3 – 4 PM, 60 minutes

Specific Dates: 1/16, 1/23, 1/30, 2/6, 2/13, 2/20, 3/6. No class on 2/27.
Showcase on Sunday 3/9* 

*Price includes 4 free tickets to KID’s Sunday Open Explore Museum Hours on Showcase Day

K – 1st Grade | Robotics Playground

Build, code, play! In this hands-on class, you’ll explore a variety of programmable objects, each designed to introduce you to the basics of coding, sequencing, and computational thinking. From guiding robots through mazes to creating interactive games, you’ll gain problem-solving skills through playful, tech-based challenges. This class will create fewer take-home projects.

Robot kits explored: KIBOS, Beebots, Spheros, VEX

Skills developed: Block-based coding, sequencing, computational thinking, sensors, and inputs/outputs

4:30 – 5:30PM, 60 Minutes

Specific Dates: 1/16, 1/23, 1/30, 2/6, 2/13, 2/20, 3/6. No class on 2/27.

Showcase on Sunday 3/9*

*Price includes 4 free tickets to KID’s Sunday Open Explore Museum Hours on Showcase Day

2nd – 4th Grade | Cardboard Engineering

Dive into the art of cardboard engineering! In this creative class, you’ll explore advanced cardboard construction techniques to build high-quality, imaginative projects. From wearable art to moving sculptures and miniature buildings, you’ll master the engineering design process and learn the art of prototyping. Whether you’re crafting games or designing intricate automatas, each session will deepen your skills in art, design, and hands-on making.

Project Examples: Wearables, automatas, games, and buildings
Skills Developed: Cardboard construction, engineering design process, prototyping, art and design (possible introduction to laser cutting)

4:30 – 6PM, 90 Minutes

Specific Dates: 1/16, 1/23, 1/30, 2/6, 2/13, 2/20, 3/6. No class on 2/27.
Showcase on Sunday 3/9* 

*Price includes 4 free tickets to KID’s Sunday Open Explore Museum Hours on Showcase Day

5th – 7th Grade | Game Makers Lab

Design, build, and play. Unleash your creativity by reimagining classic games. In this hands-on class, you’ll explore skills in electronics, woodworking, and cardboard construction to bring your unique game ideas to life. From designing custom game boards and crafting resin pieces to inventing original characters, each project offers endless possibilities to create and play in fresh, inventive ways. Get ready to dive into the ultimate game-making experience, where your imagination leads the way!

Project Examples: Pinball and Plinko boards, resin game pieces, custom game characters
Skills Developed: Drills and drivers, cardboard construction, laser cutting, resin casting

4:30 – 6PM, 90 Minutes

Specific Dates: 1/16, 1/23, 1/30, 2/6, 2/13, 2/20, 3/6. No class on 2/27.
Showcase on Sunday 3/9*
*Price includes 4 free tickets to KID’s Sunday Open Explore Museum Hours on Showcase Day