7 events found.
Week of Events
Earth Day
Dig into nature-inspired play, learn about recycling and conservation, and discover small steps we can take to make a big difference together. Sponsored by Essential Utilities.
Sunday, April 19, 2026
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April 19, 2026 -Tot Spot: Toddler Tunes
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April 19, 2026 -Makerspace Open Studio
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April 19, 2026 -Carousel
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April 19, 2026 -Quiet Zone: Art
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April 19, 2026 -Interactive Storytime: Shake the Tree
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April 19, 2026 -Noon Tunes Midday Singalong
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April 19, 2026 -Eagles Cheerleaders Meet and Greet
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April 19, 2026 -Quiet Zone: Art
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April 19, 2026 -Swoop Meet and Greet
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April 19, 2026 -Eagles Drumline Performance
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April 19, 2026 -Tot Spot: Toddler Tunes
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April 19, 2026 -Interactive Storytime: Shake the Tree
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April 19, 2026 -End of Day Parade
Makerspace Open Studio
Experiment with building, different materials, and new techniques as you create during our open-ended free play time in the Makerspace Studio.
Carousel
Take a spin on our glimmering carousel — a piece of history built over 100 years ago! Ride the intricately carved horses, rabbits, cats, pigs and goats or our stationary chariots. The carousel is wheelchair accessible, so everyone can enjoy. Full-day carousel passes are $5 for non-members; members ride free.
Quiet Zone: Art
Need a quiet break? Join us in the Creative Art Studio for some low-volume art making.
Interactive Storytime: Shake the Tree
Join us for an interactive storytime experience where the audience uses egg shakers and scarves to follow along with the story.
Noon Tunes Midday Singalong
Join us for an interactive music program where we’ll play some music, learn a song, then sing and dance along!
Eagles Cheerleaders Meet and Greet
Say hello to four Philadelphia Eagles Cheerleaders! Two cheerleaders be greeting guests in Hamilton Hall while two more roam the Museum spreading team spirit from 12:30-2:30.
Quiet Zone: Art
Need a quiet break? Join us in the Creative Art Studio for some low-volume art making.
Swoop Meet and Greet
Meet Swoop, the beloved Philadelphia Eagles mascot, for a special photo opportunity and hello in Hamilton Hall.
Eagles Drumline Performance
Catch the exciting live performance by the Philadelphia Eagles Drumline on the outdoor pavers. Guests may step outside to watch and re-enter the museum afterward with a hand stamp.
Interactive Storytime: Shake the Tree
Join us for an interactive storytime experience where the audience uses egg shakers and scarves to follow along with the story.
End of Day Parade
Follow the beat and stomp your feet as we end our day in a playful parade from Food & Family up to Hamilton Hall!
Monday, April 20, 2026
No events on this day.
Tuesday, April 21, 2026
No events on this day.
Wednesday, April 22, 2026
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April 22, 2026 -Carousel
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April 22, 2026 -Makerspace Open Studio
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April 22, 2026 -Tot Spot: Mini Music Makers
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April 22, 2026 -Storytime: Willow Takes on the Weather
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April 22, 2026 -Noon Tunes Midday Singalong
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April 22, 2026 -Art Workshop: Illuminated Letters
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April 22, 2026 -Workshop: Cryptography Quest
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April 22, 2026 -Tot Spot: Mini Music Makers
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April 22, 2026 -Art Workshop: Illuminated Letters
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April 22, 2026 -Workshop: Cryptography Quest
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April 22, 2026 -Storytime: Willow Takes on the Weather
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April 22, 2026 -Art Workshop: Illuminated Letters
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April 22, 2026 -Workshop: Cryptography Quest
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April 22, 2026 -Art Workshop: Illuminated Letters
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April 22, 2026 -Workshop: Cryptography Quest
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April 22, 2026 -Putt Putt
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April 22, 2026 -End of Day Parade
Carousel
Take a spin on our glimmering carousel — a piece of history built over 100 years ago! Ride the intricately carved horses, rabbits, cats, pigs and goats or our stationary chariots. The carousel is wheelchair accessible, so everyone can enjoy. Full-day carousel passes are $5 for non-members; members ride free.
Makerspace Open Studio
Experiment with building, different materials, and new techniques as you create during our open-ended free play time in the Makerspace Studio.
Tot Spot: Mini Music Makers
Ages 3 and under: Explore different musical instruments and find ways to make new sounds!
Storytime: Willow Takes on the Weather
Join us for a reading of "Willow Takes on the Weather" with our educators. Do you ever wish you could fight off bad weather? When Willow’s sunshiney plans are ruined by a rain storm, she has to learn to play with the weather instead of fight against it.
Noon Tunes Midday Singalong
Join us for an interactive music program where we’ll play some music, learn a song, then sing and dance along!
Art Workshop: Illuminated Letters
Get inspired by calligraphy as you create a unique work of letter art! Use painting, drawing, and collaging to make your very own illuminated letter.
Workshop: Cryptography Quest
Celebrate Arab American Heritage Month by honoring Taher Elgamal, a pioneer of modern cryptography! Create and reveal your own invisible ink messages while discovering how scientists keep information safe and secure.
Tot Spot: Mini Music Makers
Ages 3 and under: Explore different musical instruments and find ways to make new sounds!
Art Workshop: Illuminated Letters
Get inspired by calligraphy as you create a unique work of letter art! Use painting, drawing, and collaging to make your very own illuminated letter.
Workshop: Cryptography Quest
Celebrate Arab American Heritage Month by honoring Taher Elgamal, a pioneer of modern cryptography! Create and reveal your own invisible ink messages while discovering how scientists keep information safe and secure.
Storytime: Willow Takes on the Weather
Join us for a reading of "Willow Takes on the Weather" with our educators. Do you ever wish you could fight off bad weather? When Willow’s sunshiney plans are ruined by a rain storm, she has to learn to play with the weather instead of fight against it.
Art Workshop: Illuminated Letters
Get inspired by calligraphy as you create a unique work of letter art! Use painting, drawing, and collaging to make your very own illuminated letter.
Workshop: Cryptography Quest
Celebrate Arab American Heritage Month by honoring Taher Elgamal, a pioneer of modern cryptography! Create and reveal your own invisible ink messages while discovering how scientists keep information safe and secure.
Art Workshop: Illuminated Letters
Get inspired by calligraphy as you create a unique work of letter art! Use painting, drawing, and collaging to make your very own illuminated letter.
Workshop: Cryptography Quest
Celebrate Arab American Heritage Month by honoring Taher Elgamal, a pioneer of modern cryptography! Create and reveal your own invisible ink messages while discovering how scientists keep information safe and secure.
End of Day Parade
Follow the beat and stomp your feet as we end our day in a playful parade from Food & Family up to Hamilton Hall!
Thursday, April 23, 2026
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April 23, 2026 -Carousel
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April 23, 2026 -Makerspace Open Studio
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April 23, 2026 -Tot Spot: Mini Music Makers
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April 23, 2026 -Storytime: Willow Takes on the Weather
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April 23, 2026 -Noon Tunes Midday Singalong
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April 23, 2026 -Art Workshop: Illuminated Letters
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April 23, 2026 -Workshop: Cryptography Quest
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April 23, 2026 -Tot Spot: Mini Music Makers
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April 23, 2026 -Art Workshop: Illuminated Letters
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April 23, 2026 -Workshop: Cryptography Quest
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April 23, 2026 -Storytime: Willow Takes on the Weather
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April 23, 2026 -Art Workshop: Illuminated Letters
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April 23, 2026 -Workshop: Cryptography Quest
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April 23, 2026 -Art Workshop: Illuminated Letters
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April 23, 2026 -Workshop: Cryptography Quest
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April 23, 2026 -Putt Putt
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April 23, 2026 -End of Day Parade
Carousel
Take a spin on our glimmering carousel — a piece of history built over 100 years ago! Ride the intricately carved horses, rabbits, cats, pigs and goats or our stationary chariots. The carousel is wheelchair accessible, so everyone can enjoy. Full-day carousel passes are $5 for non-members; members ride free.
Makerspace Open Studio
Experiment with building, different materials, and new techniques as you create during our open-ended free play time in the Makerspace Studio.
Tot Spot: Mini Music Makers
Ages 3 and under: Explore different musical instruments and find ways to make new sounds!
Storytime: Willow Takes on the Weather
Join us for a reading of "Willow Takes on the Weather" with our educators. Do you ever wish you could fight off bad weather? When Willow’s sunshiney plans are ruined by a rain storm, she has to learn to play with the weather instead of fight against it.
Noon Tunes Midday Singalong
Join us for an interactive music program where we’ll play some music, learn a song, then sing and dance along!
Art Workshop: Illuminated Letters
Get inspired by calligraphy as you create a unique work of letter art! Use painting, drawing, and collaging to make your very own illuminated letter.
Workshop: Cryptography Quest
Celebrate Arab American Heritage Month by honoring Taher Elgamal, a pioneer of modern cryptography! Create and reveal your own invisible ink messages while discovering how scientists keep information safe and secure.
Tot Spot: Mini Music Makers
Ages 3 and under: Explore different musical instruments and find ways to make new sounds!
Art Workshop: Illuminated Letters
Get inspired by calligraphy as you create a unique work of letter art! Use painting, drawing, and collaging to make your very own illuminated letter.
Workshop: Cryptography Quest
Celebrate Arab American Heritage Month by honoring Taher Elgamal, a pioneer of modern cryptography! Create and reveal your own invisible ink messages while discovering how scientists keep information safe and secure.
Storytime: Willow Takes on the Weather
Join us for a reading of "Willow Takes on the Weather" with our educators. Do you ever wish you could fight off bad weather? When Willow’s sunshiney plans are ruined by a rain storm, she has to learn to play with the weather instead of fight against it.
Art Workshop: Illuminated Letters
Get inspired by calligraphy as you create a unique work of letter art! Use painting, drawing, and collaging to make your very own illuminated letter.
Workshop: Cryptography Quest
Celebrate Arab American Heritage Month by honoring Taher Elgamal, a pioneer of modern cryptography! Create and reveal your own invisible ink messages while discovering how scientists keep information safe and secure.
Art Workshop: Illuminated Letters
Get inspired by calligraphy as you create a unique work of letter art! Use painting, drawing, and collaging to make your very own illuminated letter.
Workshop: Cryptography Quest
Celebrate Arab American Heritage Month by honoring Taher Elgamal, a pioneer of modern cryptography! Create and reveal your own invisible ink messages while discovering how scientists keep information safe and secure.
End of Day Parade
Follow the beat and stomp your feet as we end our day in a playful parade from Food & Family up to Hamilton Hall!
Friday, April 24, 2026
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April 24, 2026 -Carousel
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April 24, 2026 -Makerspace Open Studio
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April 24, 2026 -Tot Spot: Mini Music Makers
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April 24, 2026 -Storytime: Willow Takes on the Weather
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April 24, 2026 -Noon Tunes Midday Singalong
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April 24, 2026 -Art Workshop: Illuminated Letters
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April 24, 2026 -Workshop: Cryptography Quest
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April 24, 2026 -Tot Spot: Mini Music Makers
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April 24, 2026 -Art Workshop: Illuminated Letters
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April 24, 2026 -Workshop: Cryptography Quest
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April 24, 2026 -Storytime: Willow Takes on the Weather
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April 24, 2026 -Art Workshop: Illuminated Letters
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April 24, 2026 -Workshop: Cryptography Quest
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April 24, 2026 -Art Workshop: Illuminated Letters
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April 24, 2026 -Workshop: Cryptography Quest
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April 24, 2026 -Putt Putt
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April 24, 2026 -End of Day Parade
Carousel
Take a spin on our glimmering carousel — a piece of history built over 100 years ago! Ride the intricately carved horses, rabbits, cats, pigs and goats or our stationary chariots. The carousel is wheelchair accessible, so everyone can enjoy. Full-day carousel passes are $5 for non-members; members ride free.
Makerspace Open Studio
Experiment with building, different materials, and new techniques as you create during our open-ended free play time in the Makerspace Studio.
Tot Spot: Mini Music Makers
Ages 3 and under: Explore different musical instruments and find ways to make new sounds!
Storytime: Willow Takes on the Weather
Join us for a reading of "Willow Takes on the Weather" with our educators. Do you ever wish you could fight off bad weather? When Willow’s sunshiney plans are ruined by a rain storm, she has to learn to play with the weather instead of fight against it.
Noon Tunes Midday Singalong
Join us for an interactive music program where we’ll play some music, learn a song, then sing and dance along!
Art Workshop: Illuminated Letters
Get inspired by calligraphy as you create a unique work of letter art! Use painting, drawing, and collaging to make your very own illuminated letter.
Workshop: Cryptography Quest
Celebrate Arab American Heritage Month by honoring Taher Elgamal, a pioneer of modern cryptography! Create and reveal your own invisible ink messages while discovering how scientists keep information safe and secure.
Tot Spot: Mini Music Makers
Ages 3 and under: Explore different musical instruments and find ways to make new sounds!
Art Workshop: Illuminated Letters
Get inspired by calligraphy as you create a unique work of letter art! Use painting, drawing, and collaging to make your very own illuminated letter.
Workshop: Cryptography Quest
Celebrate Arab American Heritage Month by honoring Taher Elgamal, a pioneer of modern cryptography! Create and reveal your own invisible ink messages while discovering how scientists keep information safe and secure.
Storytime: Willow Takes on the Weather
Join us for a reading of "Willow Takes on the Weather" with our educators. Do you ever wish you could fight off bad weather? When Willow’s sunshiney plans are ruined by a rain storm, she has to learn to play with the weather instead of fight against it.
Art Workshop: Illuminated Letters
Get inspired by calligraphy as you create a unique work of letter art! Use painting, drawing, and collaging to make your very own illuminated letter.
Workshop: Cryptography Quest
Celebrate Arab American Heritage Month by honoring Taher Elgamal, a pioneer of modern cryptography! Create and reveal your own invisible ink messages while discovering how scientists keep information safe and secure.
Art Workshop: Illuminated Letters
Get inspired by calligraphy as you create a unique work of letter art! Use painting, drawing, and collaging to make your very own illuminated letter.
Workshop: Cryptography Quest
Celebrate Arab American Heritage Month by honoring Taher Elgamal, a pioneer of modern cryptography! Create and reveal your own invisible ink messages while discovering how scientists keep information safe and secure.
End of Day Parade
Follow the beat and stomp your feet as we end our day in a playful parade from Food & Family up to Hamilton Hall!
Saturday, April 25, 2026
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April 25, 2026 -Carousel
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April 25, 2026 -Makerspace Open Studio
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April 25, 2026 -Tot Spot: Earthworm Rescuers
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April 25, 2026 -Tot Spot: Toddler Tunes
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April 25, 2026 -Let’s Go Outdoors: Enviroscape
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April 25, 2026 -Storytime: Willow Takes on the Weather
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April 25, 2026 -The Planet Earth Challenge Weather Bus
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April 25, 2026 -Noon Tunes Midday Singalong
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April 25, 2026 -Art Workshop: Mushy Texture Tiles
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April 25, 2026 -Workshop: Fresh Water Filter Fun
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April 25, 2026 -Adventure Aquarium: Oceans in Motion
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April 25, 2026 -Tot Spot: Toddler Tunes
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April 25, 2026 -Tot Spot: Earthworm Rescuers
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April 25, 2026 -Storytime with Girl Scouts of Eastern Pennsylvania
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April 25, 2026 -Art Workshop: Mushy Texture Tiles
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April 25, 2026 -Workshop: Fresh Water Filter Fun
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April 25, 2026 -Adventure Aquarium: Oceans in Motion
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April 25, 2026 -Art Workshop: Mushy Texture Tiles
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April 25, 2026 -Workshop: Fresh Water Filter Fun
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April 25, 2026 -Storytime: Willow Takes on the Weather
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April 25, 2026 -Adventure Aquarium: Oceans in Motion
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April 25, 2026 -Art Workshop: Mushy Texture Tiles
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April 25, 2026 -Workshop: Fresh Water Filter Fun
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April 25, 2026 -Relay Game: Recycle Roundup
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April 25, 2026 -End of Day Parade
Carousel
Take a spin on our glimmering carousel — a piece of history built over 100 years ago! Ride the intricately carved horses, rabbits, cats, pigs and goats or our stationary chariots. The carousel is wheelchair accessible, so everyone can enjoy. Full-day carousel passes are $5 for non-members; members ride free.
Makerspace Open Studio
Experiment with building, different materials, and new techniques as you create during our open-ended free play time in the Makerspace Studio.
Tot Spot: Earthworm Rescuers
Ages 3 and under: Help protect our earth's natural irrigators, earthworms! Use fine motor skills to practice moving earthworms from the hot sidewalk to cool grass.
Let’s Go Outdoors: Enviroscape
Join educators from Let’s Go Outdoors for an engaging, hands‑on watershed adventure using the interactive Enviroscape model. Explore how water moves through our communities, see how pollution travels, and discover simple actions that help keep our rivers and streams clean.
Storytime: Willow Takes on the Weather
Join us for a reading of "Willow Takes on the Weather" with our educators. Do you ever wish you could fight off bad weather? When Willow’s sunshiney plans are ruined by a rain storm, she has to learn to play with the weather instead of fight against it.
The Planet Earth Challenge Weather Bus
Join the team from The Planet Earth Challenge for an unforgettable day of hands‑on science fun! Step inside the Rolling Weather Lab to discover how clouds form, storms grow, and our atmosphere shapes the world around us.
Noon Tunes Midday Singalong
Join us for an interactive music program where we’ll play some music, learn a song, then sing and dance along!
Art Workshop: Mushy Texture Tiles
Did you know that some artists use recycled material to make art? Today in the studio, we are making textured tiles using recycled cardboard paper pulp.
Workshop: Fresh Water Filter Fun
Experiment like an environmental scientist by designing and testing your own water filter! Learn how filters work and how you can help keep Earth’s water clean.
Adventure Aquarium: Oceans in Motion
From currents to crawling critters, the ocean is constantly moving. Take a look at some sea creatures and figure out what makes this water world wiggle! *Day-of sign-up required
Tot Spot: Earthworm Rescuers
Ages 3 and under: Help protect our earth's natural irrigators, earthworms! Use fine motor skills to practice moving earthworms from the hot sidewalk to cool grass.
Storytime with Girl Scouts of Eastern Pennsylvania
Join the Girl Scouts of Eastern Pennsylvania for a special Earth Day-themed storytime!
Art Workshop: Mushy Texture Tiles
Did you know that some artists use recycled material to make art? Today in the studio, we are making textured tiles using recycled cardboard paper pulp.
Workshop: Fresh Water Filter Fun
Experiment like an environmental scientist by designing and testing your own water filter! Learn how filters work and how you can help keep Earth’s water clean.
Adventure Aquarium: Oceans in Motion
From currents to crawling critters, the ocean is constantly moving. Take a look at some sea creatures and figure out what makes this water world wiggle! *Day-of sign-up required
Art Workshop: Mushy Texture Tiles
Did you know that some artists use recycled material to make art? Today in the studio, we are making textured tiles using recycled cardboard paper pulp.
Workshop: Fresh Water Filter Fun
Experiment like an environmental scientist by designing and testing your own water filter! Learn how filters work and how you can help keep Earth’s water clean.
Storytime: Willow Takes on the Weather
Join us for a reading of "Willow Takes on the Weather" with our educators. Do you ever wish you could fight off bad weather? When Willow’s sunshiney plans are ruined by a rain storm, she has to learn to play with the weather instead of fight against it.
Adventure Aquarium: Oceans in Motion
From currents to crawling critters, the ocean is constantly moving. Take a look at some sea creatures and figure out what makes this water world wiggle! *Day-of sign-up required
Art Workshop: Mushy Texture Tiles
Did you know that some artists use recycled material to make art? Today in the studio, we are making textured tiles using recycled cardboard paper pulp.
Workshop: Fresh Water Filter Fun
Experiment like an environmental scientist by designing and testing your own water filter! Learn how filters work and how you can help keep Earth’s water clean.
Relay Game: Recycle Roundup
Work as a team and help race time to save the planet in this fun relay race game.
End of Day Parade
Follow the beat and stomp your feet as we end our day in a playful parade from Food & Family up to Hamilton Hall!