Big Blue Blocks, a guest favorite, is back up on the second floor in the traveling exhibit space!

The exhibit is a full, hands-on experience encouraging loose parts play and inspiring children to create their own play using problem-solving, logic, and mathematical skills. In other words, you can build a pretty cool castle. Or house. Or pirate ship. You get the idea!

The Puppet Theater is a magical place where trees talk, where zebras eat watermelon, and where the story is only limited by your imagination. Grab a seat, listen up, and be ready to go for an adventure. 

Yes, puppetry boosts creativity, offers a chance to use expressive dialogue, and develops language skills, but it’s also a darn good time!

Try. Toggle. Test.

On the Tinker Wall you can flip switches, ding bells, and see what happens! Cultivate your curiosity by testing a variety of building materials: 16 switches, 15 light fixtures, flooring, sandpaper, and too much fun. Did we mention there is a party light?

This wall is basically a toddler paradise (though we notice older children and grown-ups love it, too!).

Listen to other people share about where they live and where they have traveled and then share your story.

At Tell Us Your Story, you can listen to videos of other guests sharing where they are from and what makes it special. But you can also leave your mark on the exhibit and share your story as well.

What is your favorite part of the Children’s Museum of South Dakota?

Explore New Year celebrations in South Korea, China, and Vietnam.

Children can participate in activities such as drumming and storytelling. From telling the Nian Monster story in a small theater to discovering different dishes served for breakfast as an eye spy game, children will be captivated by the rich history, beauty, and fun of these Asian New Year festivals.

This exhibit is in partnership with the Freeman Foundation and the Association of Children’s Museums (ACM).

Want to learn more about Asian Culture? Check out our resources.