As advocates for the growth and development of young minds, we’re excited to host a week filled with activities that celebrate the importance of nurturing children’s potential during their formative years.
During this special week, we’ll be offering a variety of engaging activities and programs designed to ignite curiosity and foster a love for learning.
Week of the Young Child is sponsored by the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) to promote the importance of early childhood education. Connect with them and celebrate each activity using #WOYC25!
Saturday, April 5
Museum Open, 10 am to 5 pm
Play is learning! Explore all of the museum exhibits.
*Special* Spark Studio 10:30-11:30 am
All ages // Free with paid admission
Color Mixing Lab: Explore the magic of color by mixing primary colors to create new colors! Children will experiment with liquid paint to discover how different paint combinations form secondary colors.
Sunday, April 6
Museum Open, noon to 5 pm
Play is learning! Explore all of the museum exhibits.
Spark Studio, 2-4 pm
All ages // Free with paid admission
Creative Construction: During this hands-on studio, families will explore a variety of building materials, including blocks, bricks, fort builders, and more to create unique structures. We look forward to seeing you build, experiment, problem-solve, and bring your engineering ideas to life!
Tuesday, April 8
Museum Open, 10 am to 7 pm
Play is learning! Explore all of the museum exhibits.
Story Time + Activity, 10:30-11 am
All ages // Free with paid admission
Shaky-Egg: Looking for an activity that blends rhythm, movement, and creativity all in one? Join us for story time where children will create their own shaky eggs, hear a story, learn a catchy song, and dance to music.
The Week of the Young Child Community Celebration, 4-7 pm
City of Brookings Proclamation, 4:30 pm
All ages // Free admission
Celebrate the community’s commitment to making early childhood education a priority in Brookings County. Free museum entry from 4-7 pm. Local area resources will have booths from 4-6 pm.
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Make-N-Take Tuesday. 5-7 p m
Tile Art Mosaics $6
Café Coteau $5 Community Meal, 4-6:30 pm
On the menu:
- Grilled Cheese and Tomato Basil Bisque (Gluten Free Options Available)
Wednesday, April 9
Museum Open, 10 am to 5 pm
Play is learning! Explore all of the museum exhibits.
*Special* Spark Studio 11 am-Noon
All ages // Free with paid admission
Rhythm and Paint: A Colorful Art Jam! Join us for an exciting, collaborative, and hands-on painting experience as we paint on a jumbo paper canvas, all while enjoying music! Using brushes, sponges, rollers, cars, hands, and more, children explore colors, textures, and movement in a fun, open-ended, and messy art adventure. Stop by, paint to the beat, and make your mark!
Thursday, April 10
Museum Open, 10 am to 5 pm
Play is learning! Explore all of the museum exhibits.
Spark Studio, 10:30-11:30 am
All ages // Free with paid admission
Exploring Air: Explore the wonders of air! Using air tunnels, scarves, air tubes, and more, children will watch as objects float, soar, and swirl, all while learning about air and its exciting properties.
Friday, April 11
Museum Open, 10 am to 5 pm
Play is learning! Explore all of the museum exhibits.
Playful Preschoolers Class, 8:30-11:30 am
Ages 3-5 // Registration Required // $25 ($20 members)
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Play Dates, 9-10 am
Ages 0-36 months and their caregiver // Registration Required // Free
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Sensory Friendly Play, 5-8 pm
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