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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. • 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 […]
Little Innovators
Little Innovators
Rhythm and Rhyme (Pre-K) REGISTER Wednesday, November 6, 11:30 am-12:30 pm Make your own beats, discover new rhythms, and find joy in rhymes when you explore the world of music and poetry. Art Adventure (Kindergarten) REGISTER Saturday, November 30, 11:30 am-12:30 pm Take a colorful journey through different art styles and techniques while experimenting with […]
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. • 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 […]
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: The Beatles
Musical Laser Matinee: The Beatles
Join us in the Digital Dome for the music of The Beatles paired with visuals from our state-of-the-art laser system! Tickets are $3 for members and $5 for non-members.
9 events,
Little Innovators
Little Innovators
Snowy Wonders (Pre-K) Wednesday, December 4, 11:30 am-12:30 pm Dance like snowflakes, create snow dough scenes, experiment with melting “snow,” and create snowy artwork. CLICK HERE TO REGISTER Arctic Adventures (Kindergarten) Saturday, December 28, 11:30 am-12:30 pm Move like arctic animals and create snowy landscapes filled with polar creatures. Purchase tickets online or at the […]
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.
8 events,
Festive Family Friday
Festive Family Friday
Catch the holiday magic at Festive Family Friday in Kaleideum’s new museum in the heart of downtown Winston-Salem! The whole family can listen to live music, create festive holiday crafts and reindeer food, and visit Santa in the enchanting setting of our Rooftop Adventure, with the beautiful downtown skyline and twinkling lights behind you. Tickets […]
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.
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. Dec 7-8: Flying Reindeer—Create a reindeer to blast off into the night. Dec 14-15: Pop-up Cards—Celebrate the season and make a special card. Dec 21-22: Animal Ornaments—Use recycled materials to create a magical ornament. Dec 28-29: Ski Lift Build—Build a […]
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. Dec 7-8: Flying Reindeer—Create a reindeer to blast off into the night. Dec 14-15: Pop-up Cards—Celebrate the season and make a special card. Dec 21-22: Animal Ornaments—Use recycled materials to create a magical ornament. Dec 28-29: Ski Lift Build—Build a […]
Winter Wordcraft with Jacinta White
Winter Wordcraft with Jacinta White
Poet Jacinta V. White will guide participants in creating a poem and keepsake.during this two-hour fun-filled workshop Free for members; $15 per non-member. Includes museum admission. CLICK HERE TO REGISTER
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,
Homeschool Program: Energy Unleashed
Homeschool Program: Energy Unleashed
Homeschool programs are $7 per student in addition to the admission cost to the museum. Grades K-2: Discover the characteristics of light and shadow by listening to a story about shadows, creating shadow puppets, and experimenting with light. Grades 3-5: Investigate various forms of energy, such as electrical and kinetic. CLICK HERE TO REGISTER
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
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. Dec 7-8: Flying Reindeer—Create a reindeer to blast off into the night. Dec 14-15: Pop-up Cards—Celebrate the season and make a special card. Dec 21-22: Animal Ornaments—Use recycled materials to create a magical ornament. Dec 28-29: Ski Lift Build—Build a […]
Kaleideum After Dark: Ugly Sweater Party
Kaleideum After Dark: Ugly Sweater Party
Discover Kaleideum in a kid-free environment on the second Saturdays of the month. Kaleideum After Dark is Winston-Salem’s downtown social event that lets you experience the museum in a grown-up way. Find your ugliest holiday sweater and join us in December. Raleigh band Hold Tone will be Jingle Bell rocking the museum, and we’ll have […]
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. Dec 7-8: Flying Reindeer—Create a reindeer to blast off into the night. Dec 14-15: Pop-up Cards—Celebrate the season and make a special card. Dec 21-22: Animal Ornaments—Use recycled materials to create a magical ornament. Dec 28-29: Ski Lift Build—Build a […]
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: Gorillaz
Musical Laser Matinee: Gorillaz
Join us in the Digital Dome for the music of The Gorillaz paired with visuals from our state-of-the-art laser system! Tickets are $3 for members and $5 for non-members.
9 events,
Exceptional Night at the Museum: Winter Wonderland
Exceptional Night at the Museum: Winter Wonderland
Exceptional Night events offer inclusive and adaptive programming in a less crowded museum environment. Celebrate the season by exploring sensory bins, making holiday ornaments, and engaging in hands-on activities that capture the essence of winter’s beauty. CLICK HERE TO REGISTER
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.
8 events,
Camp Kaleideum Winter Camp
Camp Kaleideum Winter Camp
Friday, December 20, 9 am-4 pm Let it Snow! Express yourself artistically as we make some crafty winter creations! Make your own ornament, design a snow globe, and create some icy works of art. Monday, December 30, 9 am-4 pm Winter Games! Go for the gold! Compete in a tabletop hockey game, have a snowball […]
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.
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. Dec 7-8: Flying Reindeer—Create a reindeer to blast off into the night. Dec 14-15: Pop-up Cards—Celebrate the season and make a special card. Dec 21-22: Animal Ornaments—Use recycled materials to create a magical ornament. Dec 28-29: Ski Lift Build—Build a […]
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. Dec 7-8: Flying Reindeer—Create a reindeer to blast off into the night. Dec 14-15: Pop-up Cards—Celebrate the season and make a special card. Dec 21-22: Animal Ornaments—Use recycled materials to create a magical ornament. Dec 28-29: Ski Lift Build—Build a […]
Drop-in Cookie House Workshop
Drop-in Cookie House Workshop
Build a house with mini milk cartons, graham crackers, icing, and a variety of sweet treats. The cost per house is $5. Museum admission not included, but admission or membership is required. BUY TICKETS
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,
Play with Clay
Play with Clay
Megan Lassen from Sweet Danes Pottery will lead a workshop to learn about pottery and create your own project. Projects will be glazed by Megan and ready for pick up within two to three weeks. Recommended for ages 10 and up. Members: free; non-members: $12. CLICK HERE TO REGISTER.
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. Dec 7-8: Flying Reindeer—Create a reindeer to blast off into the night. Dec 14-15: Pop-up Cards—Celebrate the season and make a special card. Dec 21-22: Animal Ornaments—Use recycled materials to create a magical ornament. Dec 28-29: Ski Lift Build—Build a […]
Little Innovators
Little Innovators
Snowy Wonders (Pre-K) Wednesday, December 4, 11:30 am-12:30 pm Dance like snowflakes, create snow dough scenes, experiment with melting “snow,” and create snowy artwork. CLICK HERE TO REGISTER Arctic Adventures (Kindergarten) Saturday, December 28, 11:30 am-12:30 pm Move like arctic animals and create snowy landscapes filled with polar creatures. Purchase tickets online or at the […]
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. Dec 7-8: Flying Reindeer—Create a reindeer to blast off into the night. Dec 14-15: Pop-up Cards—Celebrate the season and make a special card. Dec 21-22: Animal Ornaments—Use recycled materials to create a magical ornament. Dec 28-29: Ski Lift Build—Build a […]
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: Swifties Sing-Along
Musical Laser Matinee: Swifties Sing-Along
Join us in the Digital Dome for a Taylor Swift sing-along paired with visuals from our state-of-the-art laser system and lyrics displayed on the Dome screen. Tickets are $3 for members and $5 for non-members.
3 events,
Camp Kaleideum Winter Camp
Camp Kaleideum Winter Camp
Friday, December 20, 9 am-4 pm Let it Snow! Express yourself artistically as we make some crafty winter creations! Make your own ornament, design a snow globe, and create some icy works of art. Monday, December 30, 9 am-4 pm Winter Games! Go for the gold! Compete in a tabletop hockey game, have a snowball […]
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,
Camp Kaleideum Winter Camp
Camp Kaleideum Winter Camp
Friday, December 20, 9 am-4 pm Let it Snow! Express yourself artistically as we make some crafty winter creations! Make your own ornament, design a snow globe, and create some icy works of art. Monday, December 30, 9 am-4 pm Winter Games! Go for the gold! Compete in a tabletop hockey game, have a snowball […]
Noon Year’s Eve
Noon Year’s Eve
Ring in the NOON YEAR Kaleideum style at our Noon Year's Eve Party. Dive into the fun for all ages with crafts, music, a dance party, and lots of confetti! Noon Year's Eve is included with museum admission or membership.
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.
1 event,
8 events,
Camp Kaleideum Winter Camp
Camp Kaleideum Winter Camp
Arctic Animal Habitat Thursday, January 2 Take a trip to the Arctic Circle and discover what makes it one of the most unusual environments on Earth. Create your own arctic animal habitat and learn how these creatures have adapted to survive in the most extreme temperatures. Cool Concoctions Friday, January 3 Stay cool by […]
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
11 events,
$5 Friday Night
$5 Friday Night
Teens, tweens, and families with kids of all ages, give us a high 5! On the first Friday of January, from 5-8 pm, admission to Kaleideum is only $5. For an added fee ($3 per member/$5 per non-member), take in a Digital Dome Laser Show: 5:30 pm Taylor Swift 6:30 pm ‘90s 7:30 pm […]
Camp Kaleideum Winter Camp
Camp Kaleideum Winter Camp
Arctic Animal Habitat Thursday, January 2 Take a trip to the Arctic Circle and discover what makes it one of the most unusual environments on Earth. Create your own arctic animal habitat and learn how these creatures have adapted to survive in the most extreme temperatures. Cool Concoctions Friday, January 3 Stay cool by […]
Wire Creations Workshop
Wire Creations Workshop
Explore the art of wire crafting in this hands-on workshop led by David Guffey. Learn essential techniques for shaping and manipulating wire to create unique, one-of-a-kind art pieces. Perfect for tinkerers and creatives of all skill levels, this workshop offers the tools and guidance to turn simple materials into stunning works of art. The workshop […]
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! Jan 4-5: Design a passport to track your adventures Jan 11-12: Collaborate on building a recycled material 3-D map Jan 18-19: Celebrate amazing places around the world with a diorama Jan 25-26: Use the recycled material wall to create planes, […]
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! Jan 4-5: Design a passport to track your adventures Jan 11-12: Collaborate on building a recycled material 3-D map Jan 18-19: Celebrate amazing places around the world with a diorama Jan 25-26: Use the recycled material wall to create planes, […]
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: Movie Magic Sing-Along
Musical Laser Matinee: Movie Magic Sing-Along
Join us in the Digital Dome to sing along with classic songs from your favorite movies set to our state-of-the-art laser system!