Summer Reading at i.d.e.a.

Summer Reading at i.d.e.a.

Reading is a big part of our exhibitions and educational programs at the i.d.e.a. Museum, so we are proud to be part of the 2021 Summer Reading Program in Maricopa County. The program runs June 1 –  Aug. 1, 2021. This year, the museum is one of the secret code...
Summer Wonder Camp returns July 12-16

Summer Wonder Camp returns July 12-16

This summer, let your children experience engaging STEAM projects inspired by our upcoming exhibition, Robo Art. Summer Wonder Camp – where science and art collide – takes places July 12-16 for ages 6 to 12. “Camps offer a great escape – even for a few hours –...
Earth Day art challenge winners

Earth Day art challenge winners

Working in partnership with Mesa Public Schools (MPS), the City of Mesa Environmental Management & Sustainability Department sponsored the ‘Express Your Environmental Self’ Earth Day Creative Challenge, which included a chance to display winning artwork at the...
Week of the Young Child 2021

Week of the Young Child 2021

Our mission and program goals at the i.d.e.a. Museum revolve around early childhood education. That’s because a wealth of development and growth occurs in children between birth and age 5. This time of life is full of joy, wonder, curiosity and discovery. And it’s...
Introducing Dyan Seaburg

Introducing Dyan Seaburg

Dyan Seaburg, a long-time City of Mesa employee with a stellar record of leading teams, has been named interim executive director of the i.d.e.a. Museum. Seaburg’s addition will allow the existing leadership team to focus on exhibitions and programs while the...