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Just For Kids
Hands-on House classes offer an opportunity to explore topics in-depth in a small group setting geared for 3-6 year olds. Classes are led by experienced museum educators and incorporate hands-on, participatory activities. The cost is $12 for members or $15 for nonmembers.
Pre-registration is required. Call 717-569-KIDS to register. Click here for Registration Policies.
Member Bonus: Register any member child for three classes for just $33, or five classes for $50. Please note: you must register for the three or five classes at one time. Another great reason to become a member.
Spring 2012
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 Blustery Day
Windy conditions are headed our way. Learning about the wind will be a breeze with a kite you make to take home for a "windful" day of fun.
Thursday, April 12
9:30am-10:30am: 5 & 6yrs
10:45am-11:45am: 3 & 4yrs
12:15pm-1:15pm: 3 & 4yrs
1:30pm-2:30pm: 5 & 6yrs
Friday, April, 13
9:30am-10:30am: 5 & 6yrs
10:45am-11:45am: 3 & 4yrs
12:15pm-1:15pm: 3 & 4yrs
1:30pm-2:30pm: 3 & 4yrs
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 Rainbow Magic
Where do all the colors in a rainbow come from? Experiment with light, water and paint to find out.
Wednesday, April 18
9:30am-10:30am: 3 & 4yrs
10:45am-11:45am: 3 & 4yrs
12:15pm-1:15pm: 3 & 4yrs
1:30pm-2:30pm: 5 & 6yrs
Thursday, April 19
9:30am-10:30am: 5 & 6yrs
10:45am-11:45am: 3 & 4yrs
12:15pm-1:15pm: 3 & 4yrs
1:30pm-2:30pm: 5 & 6yrs
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 Dino Beasties
They roared! They stomped! They once ruled the earth. Make some egg-citing discoveries as we take a giant step back in time and make friends with baby dinosaurs in this class of prehistoric fun.
Thursday, April 26
9:30am-10:30am: 5 & 6yrs
10:45am-11:45am: 3 & 4yrs
12:15pm-1:15pm: 3 & 4yrs
1:30pm-2:30pm: 5 & 6yrs
Friday, April 27
9:30am-10:30am: 3 & 4yrs
10:45am-11:45am: 3 & 4yrs
12:15pm-1:15pm: 3 & 4yrs
1:30pm-2:30pm: 5 & 6yrs
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 Let's Get Cooking
Mmm...Do I smell bread baking? Roll up your sleeves and get ready to mix up some fun as we pour, measure, grate, scrub and shred some kid-tested recipes.
Wednesday, May 9
9:30am-10:30am: 5 & 6yrs
10:45am-11:45am: 3 & 4yrs
12:15pm-1:15pm: 3 & 4yrs
1:30pm-2:30pm: 3 & 4yrs
Thursday, May 10
9:30am-10:30am: 5 & 6yrs
10:45am-11:45am: 3 & 4yrs
12:15pm-1:15pm: 3 & 4yrs
1:30pm-2:30pm: 5 & 6yrs
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 Slippery Fish and Other Swimmies
Why do fish go to school? Swimmy knows the secret. Move like a fish, breathe through gills and spout off like a whale in this class of under water discoveries.
Thursday, May 17
9:30am-10:30am: 5 & 6yrs
10:45am-11:45am: 3 & 4yrs
12:15pm-1:15pm: 3 & 4yrs
1:30pm-2:30pm: 5 & 6yrs
Friday, May 18
9:30am-10:30am: 3 & 4yrs
10:45am-11:45am: 3 & 4yrs
12:15pm-1:15pm: 3 & 4yrs
1:30pm-2:30pm: 5 & 6yrs
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 Backyard Buzz
Buzz! Whirl! Zap! "Insect Inspectors" are needed to explore our meadow on an expedition to take a closer look at things that creep, crawl and fly. We will outfit you with all the gear needed to complete not only this safari, but the one you can take in your own backyard.
Wednesday, May 23
9:30am-10:30am: 5 & 6yrs
10:45am-11:45am: 3 & 4yrs
12:15pm-1:15pm: 3 & 4yrs
1:30pm-2:30pm: 3 & 4yrs
Thursday, May 24
9:30am-10:30am: 5 & 6yrs
10:45am-11:45am: 3 & 4yrs
12:15pm-1:15pm: 3 & 4yrs
1:30pm-2:30pm: 5 & 6yrs
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 Bubbles...Bubbles...Bubbles!
Become a "bubbleologist" and join us in the HOH lab as we explore sinking, floating, fizzing, foaming and soapy solutions guaranteed to bubble over with excitement.
Thursday, May 31
9:30am-10:30am: 5 & 6yrs
10:45am-11:45am: 3 & 4yrs
12:15pm-1:15pm: 3 & 4yrs
1:30pm-2:30pm: 5 & 6yrs
Friday, June 1
9:30am-10:30am: 3 & 4yrs
10:45am-11:45am: 3 & 4yrs
12:15pm-1:15pm: 3 & 4yrs
1:30pm-2:30pm: 5 & 6yrs
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