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September Special Activities

Dow AgroSciences
presents:
ScienceClub

ScienceClubBig Dino Fun!
Dinosphere®
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Join us in the Late Cretaceous Period as we become part of a duckbill herd, go on a fossil hunt or have a conversation with an extinct T. rex!


ScienceClubBiotechnology
Learning Center

ScienceWorks
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and topics

Learn about biotechnology in special lab sessions designed for family groups and children ages 10 and up.


Anne, Ruby and
Ryan's Stories

The Power of Children
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Experience the remarkable stories of Anne Frank, Ruby Bridges, and Ryan White through live theatrical performances. Each of these amazing children made an impact on the world, courageously fighting against intolerance.

Due to the serious subject matter, all Power of Children performances are recommended for children ages 8 and up.


Dow AgroSciences SciencePort - Try our new investigation stations!

ScienceWorks
Daily, 11 a.m.–1 p.m., 2–4 p.m.
ScienceClubBecome a CSI—Curious Scientific Investigator. Family teams use interactive technology to investigate and solve mysteries about dinosaurs, biotech, health, and mysterious stains. SciencePort activities and programs range in design for ages 5 and up. Please check the gallery sign for details and program times. Visit childrensmuseum.org/scienceport or SciencePort headquarters in ScienceWorks.

Play-A-Part: Sebou
Take Me There: Egypt
Tuesday–Friday 2 p.m.
Saturday noon, 1 p.m., and 3 p.m.
Sunday 1 p.m. and 3 p.m.

Free Tickets RequiredIn Take Me There: Egypt, visitors don't just see Egyptian culture, they play a part in it! Experience the sebou, a celebration for welcoming a newborn baby. Free tickets are required and are available in the gallery.

Rock Climbing
ScienceWorks
Saturdays, Sundays and Nov. 27
Free Tickets RequiredFree tickets (required to climb) are available in ScienceWorks and are given out on a first-come, firstserved basis. Morning climb tickets are available at 10 a.m.; afternoon climb tickets are available at 12:30 p.m. Rock climbing is suitable for children ages 6 to 12, with one parent or guardian to handle the ropes for every two children.

Star Wars
Nov. 5, 4–8 p.m.
Take part in interactive programs and special character appearances as we celebrate Star Wars: The Clone Wars The Exhibition. Visit this exhibit and learn about the exciting animated series The Clone Wars.


Rhyme Time
Playscape
Wednesdays; 11:30 a.m.
Join a special character for some of your favorite preschool rhymes.

Target Free Family Nights

Chemistry Day
Throughout the museum
ScienceClubNov. 7, 10 a.m.–3 p.m.
Find out what makes chemistry so cool with demonstrations, hands-on activities, and displays. This dynamic event will intrigue the mind while emphasizing basic chemistry principles and safety.
Playfit
Galactic Fitness
Throughout the museum
Nov. 14, 10 a.m.–3 p.m.
Join us for an out-of-this-world fitness experience as we celebrate healthy choices and active play. Special guests from far, far, away and activities will fill your day with excitement and healthy inspiration.

With additional support from: Riley Hospital for ChildrenShamrock Farms


Fifth Third Bank presents:

Santa's Big Arrival!
Nov. 27; 8:30–10 a.m.
• 30% off in Museum Store
  from 8:30–10 a.m.
• Jolly Days will be open early.
• Buy one adult admission get a youth
  admission free until 10 a.m.
• Santa arrives at 10 a.m.

Note: The rest of the museum and its galleries will open at 10 a.m.

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