For Ages 6 – 9 We live in a forest: but did you know grasslands were common in the piedmont many years ago? Exciting changes came about during the Miocene Epoch. Forests were giving way to grasslands, and horses were roaming these wide-open prairies. Come learn about horses and what makes them perfect for grasslands […]
Messy Maestros will occur every 30 minutes during our morning session. Join us on Thursdays this summer as we create messy masterpieces. Messy Maestros is our summer art program where each week guests can make a new project to tie into the monthly theme. Opportunities abound for memorable, messy moments, so please wear clothes that […]
How can you be a hero? Come find out! Go through The National Children’s Museum Climate Action Heroes exhibit, following the lines to see what type of hero you are. Are you a Community Captain, an Arbor Avenger, a Pollinator Patrol, Water Warrior, or Mighty Meteorologist? Join us as we focus on Climate Action Heroes […]
Join us for this Living History Saturday as we demonstrate the historic and cultural importance of traditional arts and skilled trades. This Saturday, we are focusing on the arts that enslaved and free Black individuals practiced historically, which you can see and touch. On-Going Activities: Natural Dyeing Corn Husk Dolls Timed Activities: Animal Feeding (10:30 […]
Come join us at Main Street Children's Museum for our sensory-friendly sessions! These FREE sessions are exclusively for our guests with sensory sensitivities. To best serve our guests, our lights will be turned low and noisy manipulatives, including our air-machine, will be turned off or put away. Thanks to ABSKids for their sponsorship!
Messy Maestros will occur every 30 minutes during our morning session. Join us on Thursdays this summer as we create messy masterpieces. Messy Maestros is our summer art program where each week guests can make a new project to tie into the monthly theme. Opportunities abound for memorable, messy moments, so please wear clothes that […]
Pre-registration Required | $2 per Member and $8 per Non-member DIY with Dad will take place in two 30 minute sessions. Grab your tool belt and come join us as we celebrate dads with a wee workshop. This Father’s Day weekend join us as we build a rocking wooden picture frame. Enjoy extra time with […]
Pre-registration Strongly Encouraged | $10 Adults, $8 Seniors, $6 Children (ages 4 – 17), Free for Members and Children Under 3 Join us for the grand opening of our newest permanent exhibit! Did you know that there were once camels and bear dogs living in the Piedmont region? Learn about the Piedmont world 23 million […]
Join us for this Living History Saturday as we highlight the history of Juneteenth, its connection to the Brattonsville community, and traditional ways of celebrating emancipation. On-Going Activities: Meet the Descendants of Brattonsville Cooking with traditional recipes such as Sorrel Tea & BBQ 18th Infantry Interpretation Blacksmithing Create a Juneteenth Booklet including recipes, historical information, […]
For Ages 6 – 9 Are they cats or not? Join us to learn about saber tooth cats and nimravids, non-feline saber tooths that once prowled the Piedmont. Join us for fun crafts while learning about these amazing ancient mammals.
Join us for this Living History Saturday as we demonstrate the historic and cultural importance of traditional arts and skilled trades. This Saturday, we are focusing on the arts that enslaved and free Black individuals practiced historically, which you can smell and hear. On-Going Activities: Blacksmithing Cosmetics & Herbs Timed Activities: Animal Feeding (10:30 a.m.) […]
Did you know that clouds aren’t always made of water? Join us to learn about the different types of gases that form the clouds in atmospheres across the Solar System. You can even make your own cloud craft to take home!
For Ages 6 – 9 Do you wear hats? Explore the amazing headgear: horns, antlers, and ossicones on the incredible mammals who once roamed the growing grasslands in the Piedmont. Make your own headgear and other fun activities and learn about the amazing ways Miocene hooved mammals attracted mates and deterred rivals here in the […]
Messy Maestros will occur every 30 minutes during our morning session. Join us on Thursdays this summer as we create messy masterpieces. Messy Maestros is our summer art program where each week guests can make a new project to tie into the monthly theme. Opportunities abound for memorable, messy moments, so please wear clothes that […]
Join us for this Living History Saturday as we commemorate Independence Day. Experience how Independence Day was celebrated in the 1850s Carolina Piedmont through hands-on activities, historic cooking demonstrations, site tours, and readings of the Declaration of Independence and other patriotic documents. On-going Activities 19th century refreshments 19th century toys and games Writing with quill […]
Rockets are an essential part of humanity’s exploration of space. Join us for fun activities designed to teach you all about these “explosively” fascinating machines!
Join us on Thursdays this summer as we create messy masterpieces. Messy Maestros is our summer art program where each week guests can make a new project to tie into the monthly theme. Opportunities abound for memorable, messy moments, so please wear clothes that are art-worthy! July’s theme is “Paint.” This week we are making […]