Programs + Events
Join us for exciting programs + special events
From music classes to gardening workshops, we offer a variety of activities designed for all ages. Check our calendar to see everything happening.
We do our best to keep programs as scheduled, but dates and times may occasionally shift to match educator availability. Please check the daily program board at the Front Desk when you arrive at the Museum to see what programs are happening during your visit.
Special Events + Programs
Little Sprouts Lab
Chinese Cultural Demonstration
Cello Performance
Little Sprouts Lab
Baby Beginnings
Community Access Day
Panadanza Dance Performance
Chinese Cultural Demonstration
Cello Performance
Be A Maker Programming
Workshop
9 a.m.-4 p.m. Every Day
Drop in for daily tinkering in our Be A Maker space! Kids are encouraged to use their creativity to bring their own idea to life or grab a Blueprint and follow directions for a Maker project.
Messy Mondays
11 a.m. & 1 p.m.
Monday
A weekly hands-on program that features a variety of materials guaranteed to make a mess!
June: Mud Play
Get your hands dirty as you dig, scoop, and mix up mud while using your imagination to whip up muddy masterpieces, pretend recipes and messy creations.
Lab
11 a.m & 1 p.m.
Wednesday-Sunday
This STEAM program is a facilitated, monthly-rotating makerspace workshop.
June: Clay Play
Squish it, roll it and shape it! Little artists are invited to experiment with clay while using their hands and imaginations to sculpt creations and discover what they can bring to life.
Studio Saturdays
10 a.m. Saturdays
Travel the world through art! Local artists and community partners are taking over our Be A Maker space to lead a hands-on project inspired by different cultures and artistic styles.
In June, Cricket Chinese Academy will lead Chinese Cultural Demonstrations, teaching families about traditional Chinese culture and introducing it through hands-on activities.
Participants will explore key elements of Chinese heritage, including calligraphy, chopstick challenges, and festival‑themed crafts.
Field Trips / Group visits
Field Trips / Group Visits
Our Field Trips and Group Visits are perfect for schools and organizations seeking hands-on, educational experiences.
We offer 90-minute Self-Guided Field Trips for schools, childcare centers and nonprofit groups of 10 or more. Groups may also choose to add a Field-Trip Program to their visit.
Wonder Wagon
Wonder Wagon
Our Wonder Wagon brings hands-on activities and collaborative projects into the community. The Wonder Wagon is available to visit parks, community centers, schools, partner sites, special events and private functions.
Please email education@bbcmkids.org for more information.