Pastel Pet Portraits with Photos of Currently Adoptable Pets from the Potsdam Humane Society

North Country Children's Museum 10 Raymond Street, Potsdam, NY, United States

Learn how to draw a pet portrait using soft pastels. Soft pastels are Liza's favorite art medium and she can show you how to use them and layer them to create a pet portrait. We will experiment with textured fur and color blending. We will use images of currently adoptable pets to help garner attention […]

Big Bang Science (Ages 3-5)

In this class, preschoolers will explore geology, physics, and biology through age-appropriate, simple, hands-on experiments. Your little stargazers will reach out into the cosmos, put on a lab coat to mix fizzing chemicals, and plant the seeds of understanding in our natural world! Wednesday, 10:15am-10:45am Early Childhood and Parent Morning Classes:  September 25th – December […]

Clay ‘n Play

Explore their creativity in the world of ceramics! We will be working with clay; learning techniques of hand building, carving, and glaze work. Pieces will be fired and returned to take home. Wednesday 3:30pm September 25th – December 13th $95 per student for 10 classes 10% Member Discount (Includes $10 Non-Refundable Registration Fee)

Planet Protectors! Environmental Science

Planet Protectors will explore ecosystems, biomes, weather, climate change, and more! Through hands-on science, discover the natural world with indoor experiments and outdoor adventures. Help us protect the interdependent web of life on planet earth! Wednesday 4:15pm September 25th – December 13th $95 per student for 10 classes 10% Member Discount (Includes $10 Non-Refundable Registration Fee)

Make a Mess Art (Ages 2-5)

Kids will participate in a variety of messy art activities in this fun, sensory class. Come make a mess at the museum, so your house stays clean! We do suggest a change of clothes. Activities include slime paintings, kinetic sand sculptures, and other messy masterpieces. Thursday, 10:15am-10;45am Early Childhood and Parent Morning Classes:  September 25th […]

Rage Art: Break Stuff & Make Stuff!

Let's jump into the art of destruction and reinvention! We’ll break things (dishes, old electronics, toys, etc.) and use the bits and pieces to make new art pieces.  We will learn about physical action art including famous artist Ushio Shinohara. We’ll make art and then destroy it in an interesting and creative ways. Thursday 3:30pm September 25th – […]

 Music & Art Class

Let’s get creative… Tell silly stories, play musical instruments, make a splash with paint, and sing at the top of your lungs! Come explore the colorful world of music and art! Thursday 4:15pm September 25th – December 13th $95 per student for 10 classes 10% Member Discount (Includes $10 Non-Refundable Registration Fee)

Toddler Music (Ages 4 and under)

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 miss out! With Crane professor and […]

 Creative Drama (Ages 3-5)

For preschoolers eager to explore their imaginations and express themselves!  This class blends storytelling, role-playing, and energetic movement exercises in a fun and engaging way. Children can enhance their motor skills, boost their confidence, and develop social interactions through playful and creative activities. Ideal for fostering both cognitive and emotional growth, this class offers a unique […]

Drama Club

Students will engage in a variety of drama activities—from improvisation and scene work to character development and storytelling. Participants will enhance their acting skills and gain confidence, improve their communication, and build lasting friendships. Each session is crafted to inspire creativity and foster a love for the performing arts, all while working toward a public […]