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4 events,
Animal Encounter
Animal Encounter
Meet one of Kaleideum’s resident animals up close. Learn more about its behavior, adaptations, care, and handling from our animal care staff.
7 events,
Innovation Station
Innovation Station
Explore engineering and new technology through hands-on activities. Innovation Station is part of Prism, Kaleideum’s engineering and innovation initiative sponsored by the David Mounts Gonzalez Foundation.
Live Planetarium Show: Digital Dome
Live Planetarium Show: Digital Dome
Join us for a traditional planetarium show to explore the stars and planets with our expert guides. Each show is a unique voyage of discovery. The Digital Dome is located on the 2nd floor of Kaleideum. Tickets $3/members; $5 non-members
Musical Laser Matinee: Christina Aguilera and Britney Spears
Musical Laser Matinee: Christina Aguilera and Britney Spears
Step back into the 90's and enjoy the music of Christina Aguilar and Britney Spears set to the mesmerizing spectacle of laser lights. The Digital Dome is on the 2nd floor of Kaleideum. Tickets $3 for members/$5 for non-members.
9 events,
Little Innovators
Little Innovators
Little learners get a head full of STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts and math) with interdisciplinary, hands-on activities. Designed for the kids, the fun includes storytelling, project-based learning, science, discovery, artifact viewing, and classroom exploration. Monster Mash (Pre-K) REGISTER Wednesday, October 2, 11:30 am-12:30 pm Get silly and spooky during this fun adventure into sensory […]
Wonder Lab
Wonder Lab
Unlock the mysteries of fascinating science concepts from color creation to electricity’s essence.
Animal Encounter
Animal Encounter
Meet one of Kaleideum’s resident animals up close. Learn more about its behavior, adaptations, care, and handling from our animal care staff.
5 events,
Live Planetarium Show: Digital Dome
Live Planetarium Show: Digital Dome
Join us for a traditional planetarium show to explore the stars and planets with our expert guides. Each show is a unique voyage of discovery. The Digital Dome is located on the 2nd floor of Kaleideum. Tickets $3/members; $5 non-members
Musical Laser Matinee: Christina Aguilera and Britney Spears
Musical Laser Matinee: Christina Aguilera and Britney Spears
Step back into the 90's and enjoy the music of Christina Aguilar and Britney Spears set to the mesmerizing spectacle of laser lights. The Digital Dome is on the 2nd floor of Kaleideum. Tickets $3 for members/$5 for non-members.
2 events,
Kaleideum Is CLOSED
Kaleideum Is CLOSED
Kaleideum is preparing for the museum's largest fundraiser, the Kaleidoscope Ball, and will be closed on Friday, October 4, from 9 am-5 pm. We apologize for any inconvenience and thank you for your understanding.
Kaleidoscope Ball 2024
Kaleidoscope Ball 2024
Please join us for a magical evening of cocktails, dinner, and dancing in A World of Pure Imagination inspired by Willy Wonka. Presented by Flow and Mercedes Benz of Winston-Salem and Mercedes Benz of Greensboro. Learn More and Reserve Tickets
8 events,
Try It! Studio Maker Moments
Try It! Studio Maker Moments
Try your hand at a maker activity in a space where creativity knows no bounds. Oct 4-5: Build-a-Monster – Use recycled materials to assemble a monster. Oct 12-13: Flying Bats! – Create a paper bat that can flap its wings. Oct 19-20: Pumpkin Pulley – Engineer a structure strong enough to lift a pumpkin. Oct […]
Winston-Salem Symphony Performance: Sleepover at the Museum
Winston-Salem Symphony Performance: Sleepover at the Museum
Kaleideum is hosting The Winston-Salem Symphony's Family Series: Sleepover at the Museum Imagine spending your birthday at the museum! Join Mason and his friends on their scavenger hunt through all the exhibits that make any museum so special. Karen LeFrak’s award-winning children’s book is brought to life through this amazing multimedia experience. Michelle Merrill, Conductor […]
Animal Encounter
Animal Encounter
Meet one of Kaleideum’s resident animals up close. Learn more about its behavior, adaptations, care, and handling from our animal care staff.
7 events,
Try It! Studio Maker Moments
Try It! Studio Maker Moments
Try your hand at a maker activity in a space where creativity knows no bounds. Oct 4-5: Build-a-Monster – Use recycled materials to assemble a monster. Oct 12-13: Flying Bats! – Create a paper bat that can flap its wings. Oct 19-20: Pumpkin Pulley – Engineer a structure strong enough to lift a pumpkin. Oct […]
Winston-Salem Symphony Performance: Sleepover at the Museum
Winston-Salem Symphony Performance: Sleepover at the Museum
Kaleideum is hosting The Winston-Salem Symphony's Family Series: Sleepover at the Museum Imagine spending your birthday at the museum! Join Mason and his friends on their scavenger hunt through all the exhibits that make any museum so special. Karen LeFrak’s award-winning children’s book is brought to life through this amazing multimedia experience. Michelle Merrill, Conductor […]
Live Planetarium Show: Digital Dome
Live Planetarium Show: Digital Dome
Join us for a traditional planetarium show to explore the stars and planets with our expert guides. Each show is a unique voyage of discovery. The Digital Dome is located on the 2nd floor of Kaleideum. Tickets $3/members; $5 non-members
5 events,
Sensory Friendly Monday
Sensory Friendly Monday
Sensory Friendly Mondays at Kaleideum are a time for children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and sensory processing differences to have an enjoyable and interactive learning experience in a comfortable and accepting environment! At Kaleideum, learning can be verbal or non-verbal; hands-on or hands-off; fast or slow; social or solitary; loud or quiet; directed or […]
7 events,
Innovation Station
Innovation Station
Explore engineering and new technology through hands-on activities. Innovation Station is part of Prism, Kaleideum’s engineering and innovation initiative sponsored by the David Mounts Gonzalez Foundation.
Live Planetarium Show: Digital Dome
Live Planetarium Show: Digital Dome
Join us for a traditional planetarium show to explore the stars and planets with our expert guides. Each show is a unique voyage of discovery. The Digital Dome is located on the 2nd floor of Kaleideum. Tickets $3/members; $5 non-members
Musical Laser Matinee: Halloween Fun
Musical Laser Matinee: Halloween Fun
Send a shiver down your spine with these creepy Halloween classics! The Digital Dome is on the second floor of Kaleideum. Tickets are $3 for members and $5 for non-members.
8 events,
Wonder Lab
Wonder Lab
Unlock the mysteries of fascinating science concepts from color creation to electricity’s essence.
Wonder Lab
Wonder Lab
Unlock the mysteries of fascinating science concepts from color creation to electricity’s essence.
Animal Encounter
Animal Encounter
Meet one of Kaleideum’s resident animals up close. Learn more about its behavior, adaptations, care, and handling from our animal care staff.
7 events,
Live Planetarium Show: Digital Dome
Live Planetarium Show: Digital Dome
Join us for a traditional planetarium show to explore the stars and planets with our expert guides. Each show is a unique voyage of discovery. The Digital Dome is located on the 2nd floor of Kaleideum. Tickets $3/members; $5 non-members
Musical Laser Matinee: Halloween Fun
Musical Laser Matinee: Halloween Fun
Send a shiver down your spine with these creepy Halloween classics! The Digital Dome is on the second floor of Kaleideum. Tickets are $3 for members and $5 for non-members.
8 events,
Camp Kaleideum
Camp Kaleideum
Spooktacular Science Friday, October 11, 9 am-4 pm Drop your kids off at Kaleideum for a day camp of eerie experiments and spooky fun! Unfreeze a haunted hand, make a fizzing ghost, and create your own bubbling potions! Members: $50 for first child; non-members: $60 Ghoulish Games Monday, October 14, 9 am-4 pm Campers will […]
Preschool Discovery
Preschool Discovery
Participate in an action-packed program with stories, music, movement, and more!
Animal Encounter
Animal Encounter
Meet one of Kaleideum’s resident animals up close. Learn more about its behavior, adaptations, care, and handling from our animal care staff.
8 events,
Try It! Studio Maker Moments
Try It! Studio Maker Moments
Try your hand at a maker activity in a space where creativity knows no bounds. Oct 4-5: Build-a-Monster – Use recycled materials to assemble a monster. Oct 12-13: Flying Bats! – Create a paper bat that can flap its wings. Oct 19-20: Pumpkin Pulley – Engineer a structure strong enough to lift a pumpkin. Oct […]
Kaleideum After Dark: Boo Ha Ha!
Kaleideum After Dark: Boo Ha Ha!
Join us for Boos, Brews, and Crazy Costumes at the October Kaleideum After Dark. DJ Diesel will be spinning tunes on the Rooftop Adventure, and to celebrate play — the intersection of movement and connection — for World Mental Health Day, lululemon Thruway will be leading active, fall-themed games with CrossFit Winston-Salem and providing prizes […]
Animal Encounter
Animal Encounter
Meet one of Kaleideum’s resident animals up close. Learn more about its behavior, adaptations, care, and handling from our animal care staff.
6 events,
Try It! Studio Maker Moments
Try It! Studio Maker Moments
Try your hand at a maker activity in a space where creativity knows no bounds. Oct 4-5: Build-a-Monster – Use recycled materials to assemble a monster. Oct 12-13: Flying Bats! – Create a paper bat that can flap its wings. Oct 19-20: Pumpkin Pulley – Engineer a structure strong enough to lift a pumpkin. Oct […]
Live Planetarium Show: Digital Dome
Live Planetarium Show: Digital Dome
Join us for a traditional planetarium show to explore the stars and planets with our expert guides. Each show is a unique voyage of discovery. The Digital Dome is located on the 2nd floor of Kaleideum. Tickets $3/members; $5 non-members
Musical Laser Matinee: Halloween Fun
Musical Laser Matinee: Halloween Fun
Send a shiver down your spine with these creepy Halloween classics! The Digital Dome is on the second floor of Kaleideum. Tickets are $3 for members and $5 for non-members.
4 events,
Camp Kaleideum
Camp Kaleideum
Spooktacular Science Friday, October 11, 9 am-4 pm Drop your kids off at Kaleideum for a day camp of eerie experiments and spooky fun! Unfreeze a haunted hand, make a fizzing ghost, and create your own bubbling potions! Members: $50 for first child; non-members: $60 Ghoulish Games Monday, October 14, 9 am-4 pm Campers will […]
Kaleideum Is OPEN 9 am-5 pm
Kaleideum Is OPEN 9 am-5 pm
Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Schools are closed today, so Kaleideum is open to the public!
7 events,
Innovation Station
Innovation Station
Explore engineering and new technology through hands-on activities. Innovation Station is part of Prism, Kaleideum’s engineering and innovation initiative sponsored by the David Mounts Gonzalez Foundation.
Live Planetarium Show: Digital Dome
Live Planetarium Show: Digital Dome
Join us for a traditional planetarium show to explore the stars and planets with our expert guides. Each show is a unique voyage of discovery. The Digital Dome is located on the 2nd floor of Kaleideum. Tickets $3/members; $5 non-members
Musical Laser Matinee: Halloween Spooktacular
Musical Laser Matinee: Halloween Spooktacular
Join us for a collection of spooky classics ranging from Beetlejuice to the Doors, guaranteed to make you scream! Tickets are $3 for members and $5 for non-members.
8 events,
Wonder Lab
Wonder Lab
Unlock the mysteries of fascinating science concepts from color creation to electricity’s essence.
Wonder Lab
Wonder Lab
Unlock the mysteries of fascinating science concepts from color creation to electricity’s essence.
Animal Encounter
Animal Encounter
Meet one of Kaleideum’s resident animals up close. Learn more about its behavior, adaptations, care, and handling from our animal care staff.
9 events,
Exceptional Night at the Museum: Halloween Spooktacular!
Exceptional Night at the Museum: Halloween Spooktacular!
Trick-or-treat around the museum, dig into spooky sensory bins, create paper pumpkins, and play Halloween games. Children and adults with intel- lectual, developmental, and physical disabilities — along with their families and caregivers — can enjoy inclusive and adaptive programming in a less crowded museum environment. Members free; non-members $7 per person. BUY TICKETS
Mrs. Cottontail and Friends
Mrs. Cottontail and Friends
It’s storytime with a twist ... Mrs. Cottontail will read a story, do yoga exercises, and bring a special fluffy friend. Included with admission or membership.
7 events,
Preschool Discovery
Preschool Discovery
Participate in an action-packed program with stories, music, movement, and more!
Animal Encounter
Animal Encounter
Meet one of Kaleideum’s resident animals up close. Learn more about its behavior, adaptations, care, and handling from our animal care staff.
Live Planetarium Show: Digital Dome
Live Planetarium Show: Digital Dome
Join us for a traditional planetarium show to explore the stars and planets with our expert guides. Each show is a unique voyage of discovery. The Digital Dome is located on the 2nd floor of Kaleideum. Tickets $3/members; $5 non-members
7 events,
Try It! Studio Maker Moments
Try It! Studio Maker Moments
Try your hand at a maker activity in a space where creativity knows no bounds. Oct 4-5: Build-a-Monster – Use recycled materials to assemble a monster. Oct 12-13: Flying Bats! – Create a paper bat that can flap its wings. Oct 19-20: Pumpkin Pulley – Engineer a structure strong enough to lift a pumpkin. Oct […]
Animal Encounter
Animal Encounter
Meet one of Kaleideum’s resident animals up close. Learn more about its behavior, adaptations, care, and handling from our animal care staff.
Live Planetarium Show: Digital Dome
Live Planetarium Show: Digital Dome
Join us for a traditional planetarium show to explore the stars and planets with our expert guides. Each show is a unique voyage of discovery. The Digital Dome is located on the 2nd floor of Kaleideum. Tickets $3/members; $5 non-members
6 events,
Try It! Studio Maker Moments
Try It! Studio Maker Moments
Try your hand at a maker activity in a space where creativity knows no bounds. Oct 4-5: Build-a-Monster – Use recycled materials to assemble a monster. Oct 12-13: Flying Bats! – Create a paper bat that can flap its wings. Oct 19-20: Pumpkin Pulley – Engineer a structure strong enough to lift a pumpkin. Oct […]
Live Planetarium Show: Digital Dome
Live Planetarium Show: Digital Dome
Join us for a traditional planetarium show to explore the stars and planets with our expert guides. Each show is a unique voyage of discovery. The Digital Dome is located on the 2nd floor of Kaleideum. Tickets $3/members; $5 non-members
Musical Laser Matinee: Halloween Spooktacular
Musical Laser Matinee: Halloween Spooktacular
Join us for a collection of spooky classics ranging from Beetlejuice to the Doors, guaranteed to make you scream! Tickets are $3 for members and $5 for non-members.
3 events,
Animal Encounter
Animal Encounter
Meet one of Kaleideum’s resident animals up close. Learn more about its behavior, adaptations, care, and handling from our animal care staff.
7 events,
Innovation Station
Innovation Station
Explore engineering and new technology through hands-on activities. Innovation Station is part of Prism, Kaleideum’s engineering and innovation initiative sponsored by the David Mounts Gonzalez Foundation.
Live Planetarium Show: Digital Dome
Live Planetarium Show: Digital Dome
Join us for a traditional planetarium show to explore the stars and planets with our expert guides. Each show is a unique voyage of discovery. The Digital Dome is located on the 2nd floor of Kaleideum. Tickets $3/members; $5 non-members
Musical Laser Matinee: Ghosts N Ghouls
Musical Laser Matinee: Ghosts N Ghouls
Join the likes of Stevie Wonder, Danny Elfman, and more as we embark on a spooky and dazzling musical experience. Tickets are $3 for members and $5 for non-members.
8 events,
Wonder Lab
Wonder Lab
Unlock the mysteries of fascinating science concepts from color creation to electricity’s essence.
Wonder Lab
Wonder Lab
Unlock the mysteries of fascinating science concepts from color creation to electricity’s essence.
Animal Encounter
Animal Encounter
Meet one of Kaleideum’s resident animals up close. Learn more about its behavior, adaptations, care, and handling from our animal care staff.
7 events,
Live Planetarium Show: Digital Dome
Live Planetarium Show: Digital Dome
Join us for a traditional planetarium show to explore the stars and planets with our expert guides. Each show is a unique voyage of discovery. The Digital Dome is located on the 2nd floor of Kaleideum. Tickets $3/members; $5 non-members
Musical Laser Matinee: Ghosts N Ghouls
Musical Laser Matinee: Ghosts N Ghouls
Join the likes of Stevie Wonder, Danny Elfman, and more as we embark on a spooky and dazzling musical experience. Tickets are $3 for members and $5 for non-members.
7 events,
Preschool Discovery
Preschool Discovery
Participate in an action-packed program with stories, music, movement, and more!
Animal Encounter
Animal Encounter
Meet one of Kaleideum’s resident animals up close. Learn more about its behavior, adaptations, care, and handling from our animal care staff.
Live Planetarium Show: Digital Dome
Live Planetarium Show: Digital Dome
Join us for a traditional planetarium show to explore the stars and planets with our expert guides. Each show is a unique voyage of discovery. The Digital Dome is located on the 2nd floor of Kaleideum. Tickets $3/members; $5 non-members
8 events,
Try It! Studio Maker Moments
Try It! Studio Maker Moments
Try your hand at a maker activity in a space where creativity knows no bounds. Oct 4-5: Build-a-Monster – Use recycled materials to assemble a monster. Oct 12-13: Flying Bats! – Create a paper bat that can flap its wings. Oct 19-20: Pumpkin Pulley – Engineer a structure strong enough to lift a pumpkin. Oct […]
Little Innovators
Little Innovators
Little learners get a head full of STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts and math) with interdisciplinary, hands-on activities. Designed for the kids, the fun includes storytelling, project-based learning, science, discovery, artifact viewing, and classroom exploration. Monster Mash (Pre-K) REGISTER Wednesday, October 2, 11:30 am-12:30 pm Get silly and spooky during this fun adventure into sensory […]
Animal Encounter
Animal Encounter
Meet one of Kaleideum’s resident animals up close. Learn more about its behavior, adaptations, care, and handling from our animal care staff.
1 event,
Ghoul Times!
Ghoul Times!
We’ll have tricks, treats, and happy haunts at Kaleideum on Sunday, October 27, from Noon-5 pm! Put on your favorite costume to trick-or-treat on Liberty Plaza and throughout the museum. Our staff will scare up some weird science, and you can get your face painted, create Halloween crafts, and check out a “haunted” hallway and […]
3 events,
Animal Encounter
Animal Encounter
Meet one of Kaleideum’s resident animals up close. Learn more about its behavior, adaptations, care, and handling from our animal care staff.
7 events,
Innovation Station
Innovation Station
Explore engineering and new technology through hands-on activities. Innovation Station is part of Prism, Kaleideum’s engineering and innovation initiative sponsored by the David Mounts Gonzalez Foundation.
Live Planetarium Show: Digital Dome
Live Planetarium Show: Digital Dome
Join us for a traditional planetarium show to explore the stars and planets with our expert guides. Each show is a unique voyage of discovery. The Digital Dome is located on the 2nd floor of Kaleideum. Tickets $3/members; $5 non-members
Musical Laser Matinee: Monsters and Mermaids
Musical Laser Matinee: Monsters and Mermaids
Halloween treats from land to sea with a couple special surprises along the way! Tickets are $3 for members and $5 for non-members.
8 events,
Wonder Lab
Wonder Lab
Unlock the mysteries of fascinating science concepts from color creation to electricity’s essence.
Animal Encounter
Animal Encounter
Meet one of Kaleideum’s resident animals up close. Learn more about its behavior, adaptations, care, and handling from our animal care staff.
Wonder Lab
Wonder Lab
Unlock the mysteries of fascinating science concepts from color creation to electricity’s essence.
7 events,
Live Planetarium Show: Digital Dome
Live Planetarium Show: Digital Dome
Join us for a traditional planetarium show to explore the stars and planets with our expert guides. Each show is a unique voyage of discovery. The Digital Dome is located on the 2nd floor of Kaleideum. Tickets $3/members; $5 non-members
Musical Laser Matinee: Monsters and Mermaids
Musical Laser Matinee: Monsters and Mermaids
Halloween treats from land to sea with a couple special surprises along the way! Tickets are $3 for members and $5 for non-members.
10 events,
Kids’ Night Out
Kids’ Night Out
Drop your kids off at Kaleideum and enjoy a few hours for YOU! Kids’ Night Out is for children in grades K-6. Pizza dinner and snacks are included. Members: $25 for first child; $20 for each additional child. Non-members: $30 for first child; $25 for each additional child. REGISTER
Late Night Lasers
Late Night Lasers
Two legendary bands in one unforgettable night. Only 80 seats available per show. Museum exhibitions are closed. Get tickets online for $7 per show; at the door $10 per show. 8:45 pm — Queen (doors open at 8:30 pm) BUY TICKETS 10 pm — Pink Floyd (doors open at 9:45 pm) BUY TICKETS
7 events,
Try It! Studio Maker Moments
Try It! Studio Maker Moments
Try your hand at a maker activity in a space where creativity knows no bounds. • Nov 2-3: Wind Waves—Blow yourself away and create a wind vane. • Nov 9-10: Paper Quilts—Learn how to create geometric shapes and patterns. • Nov 16-17: Hand Drums—Make your own instrument. • Nov 23-24: Huey Whirligigs—Celebrate our favorite Macaw […]
Animal Encounter
Animal Encounter
Meet one of Kaleideum’s resident animals up close. Learn more about its behavior, adaptations, care, and handling from our animal care staff.
Live Planetarium Show: Digital Dome
Live Planetarium Show: Digital Dome
Join us for a traditional planetarium show to explore the stars and planets with our expert guides. Each show is a unique voyage of discovery. The Digital Dome is located on the 2nd floor of Kaleideum. Tickets $3/members; $5 non-members
7 events,
Try It! Studio Maker Moments
Try It! Studio Maker Moments
Try your hand at a maker activity in a space where creativity knows no bounds. • Nov 2-3: Wind Waves—Blow yourself away and create a wind vane. • Nov 9-10: Paper Quilts—Learn how to create geometric shapes and patterns. • Nov 16-17: Hand Drums—Make your own instrument. • Nov 23-24: Huey Whirligigs—Celebrate our favorite Macaw […]
Smashing Pumpkins
Smashing Pumpkins
Bring your old jack-o-lantern for a smashing good time! We’ll hammer, step on, and even throw a few off the roof to create a compost pile for a local farm.
Live Planetarium Show: Digital Dome
Live Planetarium Show: Digital Dome
Join us for a traditional planetarium show to explore the stars and planets with our expert guides. Each show is a unique voyage of discovery. The Digital Dome is located on the 2nd floor of Kaleideum. Tickets $3/members; $5 non-members