Animals use them as homes, we use them to build, and they make the oxygen we all need to breathe, but what else do you know about the trees in our backyard? In this class, we will learn how to identify some of the most common trees in the North Country, dig deep into their […]

Let your child explore the world of clay. Children will have the opportunity to hand build projects, visit a real pottery studio, and learn about the glazing and firing processes. They will also be able to experience how clay is ‘thrown’ on a pottery wheel. 

What kind of incredible force creates something as powerful as an earthquake? Come learn about fault lines and tectonic plates while making your own model of an earthquake that can be as powerful (messy) as you want! No need to preregister. Program included with membership and admission.

Come create a stained glass window made from colored pieces of ice. You will arrange pre-made pieces onto a tray and we will then pour freezing cold water over it and place it outdoors to freeze over again. Your colorful masterpiece will be placed on display at the annual Frosty Fest in Ives Park on […]

Ages 5 and under Toddler Music is a mixed-age music and movement class for infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and their caregivers, that includes activities designed to promote musical learning across ages. Activities include singing and chanting, dancing and finger plays, and playing children’s instruments, aka: making noise and jumping around. You don’t want your little one to […]

SLIME! Who doesn't love the ooey gooey substance! Maybe you've learned about the science of slime, but have you thought of slime as an art form? Let's experiment with mixing different slime processes and use them as our main art material! We will turn Slime into amazing works of Fine Art, including paintings, sculptures and installations!

Grades 1-5 In this class, children will learn to sew using a variety of hand sewing techniques. Participants will use their sewing skills to create clothing for teddy bears, dolls, and toys and other projects as time allows. This class is taught by artist Romi Sebald of Cranberry Brook Designs.

Students will see their creativity come to life while applying STEM skills and building their own interactive products.  Students become engineers by immersing themselves in the design process--from brainstorming ideas, drafting a blueprint and implementation plan, to creating a final product. With Clarkson's Institute for STEM Education.

Come celebrate the Chinese New Year holiday with special guest presenter Guangming Yao. Learn about the customs your neighbors celebrate for this important day of the lunar calendar. Come make special New Year Dumplings and holiday crafts at the museum! No need to preregister. Program included with membership and admission.

The snowflakes falling down come in all shapes and sizes, but is every snowflake really one of a kind? Let's explore the geometry of snowflakes, and make our own ice crystals out of paper and salt! No need to preregister. Programs included with membership and admission.