Explore the Daily Happenings at Kaleideum
At Kaleideum, there’s always something exciting happening every day of the week! Our interactive exhibits, hands-on activities, and daily programs are designed to engage visitors of all ages. From science experiments and creative art projects to sensory-friendly experiences and themed events, you can explore, learn, and play with us all week long. No matter when you visit, you’ll find opportunities to dive into fun, educational, and immersive experiences that spark curiosity and creativity.
Songs & Stories and Tot Time
Programs for our littelest learners
Songs and Stories is every Monday and Thursday at 10:30 AM in the Little Learners exhibit on the fourth floor.
Tot Time is every Tuesday at 10:30 AM in the Little Learners exhibit on the fourth floor.
Tuesday Innovation Station
Become an Engineer in the Try It! Studio
- November 3: Mark Making Machines
- November 10: Cartesian Divers
- November 17: Coding
- November 24: Paper Circuit Turkeys
Wednesday WonderLab
Discover New Science on the Museum Floor
- November 4: Glitter Germs
- November 11: Momentum
- November 18: Pollination
- November 25: Science of Letting Go
Thursday Creation Station
Hands On Art Activities and Demos in the Try It! Studio
- November 5: Shrinky Dinks
- November 12: Microscopic Art
- November 19: Nature Creations
Thursday Curiosity Cart
Explore Big Questions on the Museum Floor
- November 5: Why are bees important?
- November 12: How does kindness impact the world?
- November 19: Why is recycling important for our environment?
Friday Preschool Discovery
Programming Designed for Our Little Learners
Join us every Friday at 10:30 AM in the Try It! Studio
Recommended for visitors aged 6 and under.
Animal Encounters
Meet Kaleideum's Animal Ambassadors
Join us every Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday in ‘Our Nature’ at 11:30 AM. Our Animal Care specialists will introduce you to one of our animals and share all the best facts with visitors!
Recommended for Visitors of All Ages. Be aware that snakes and other reptiles will occasionally make an appearance.
What's Happening in the Try It! Studio
Small Things, Big Changes
From the littlest organism to a simple smile, this month we are celebrating all of the little things that make a BIG impact in our world. Get hands on with tiny art, exploring insects, and building small creations!
Nov 1: Test your skills with our pumpkin challenges!
Nov 7: Build and balance a hanging mobile.
Nov 15: Leaves are falling; let’s paint them!
Nov 21-22: Engineer a turkey trap.
Nov 28-29: Create a tiny house
Little Innovators
Little Innovators is a hands-on program for young children that sparks creativity and curiosity through fun stories, art, and science activities.
Pirates Ahoy! | November 11, 3:30-4:30 PM
Become a pirate and discover the principles of buoyancy. Create your own pirate flag and cannon launcher, and, aye, there may even be some treasure!
Shapes in Motion |Â November 28, 10:30-11:30 am
Meet two live animal friends who are truly shapes in motion. Discover more about reptiles, conduct experiments about the natural world, and create geometric animal art too!
$5 per ticket. (Ticket includes one adult with one Pre-K Innovator. Adult must attend with child.) Museum admission is not included.