Artsy Thursday 2021

Artsy Thursday 2021

Art is an integral part of the development of young children. It promotes creative expression, fine motor development, problem solving and even early math skills! During Week of the Young Child, we are planning a few special activities in our HUB Gallery near the...
Work Together Wednesday 2021

Work Together Wednesday 2021

Wednesday’s theme focusing on working together. When you work together, you learn social skills, teamwork and problem solving. You also develop language and communication skills because to really work together you need to talk to each other. We love building...
Tasty Tuesday 2021

Tasty Tuesday 2021

Tuesday’s delicious activities are tied to Week of the Young Child (WOYC), taking place through Friday, April 16. Tasty Tuesday is a fun day that’s about more than just food. Cooking together connects math with literacy skills, science, and more. Also, today presents...
Music Monday 2021

Music Monday 2021

Love music? We do, too! We especially love seeing families play with our musical instruments as they walk up to the entrance of the i.d.e.a. Museum. It’s a fun way to start your museum adventure. Today, as it’s Music Monday – one of five...
Crafty ways to celebrate Earth Day 2021

Crafty ways to celebrate Earth Day 2021

Earth Day 2021 is almost here!  At the museum, we’ll have a special upcycle challenge for our visitors – while supplies last – on Thursday, April 22. It will be a seed starter! Buy your timed admission tickets here. How will you celebrate on April...
Draw an Ox & Year of the Ox Activities

Draw an Ox & Year of the Ox Activities

We’re coming up on the Year of the Ox, according to the Chinese zodiac calendar. Did you know the ox represents diligence and reliability? To get ready for the Chinese New Year – also known as Lunar New Year – on Feb. 12, try drawing an ox. It can be...