Children and parents alike will delight in learning about pioneer life from St. Louis to Independence, Missouri, as well as the journey out west.
This back-to-school bash includes lots of fun activities for kids, including inflatable bounce houses and inflatable obstacle course, face painting, pony rides, a story time in the indoor theater, and visits with adoptable pets. Plus, kids can play games to win a variety of school supplies and back-to-school themed prizes. Kettle corn and Kona Ice snow cones will be available for purchase.
Get ready for an event that is sure to eclipse all others! Identified as one of the best places under the sun (and moon) for viewing the solar eclipse, The Magic House will host a Solar Eclipse Viewing Party in the museum's front garden.
Kids can collect some bugs in Forest Park, see them up close and learn about the Forest Park ecosystem at this free outdoor workshop.
Enjoy multiple activities both inside and outside the Nature Center, centered around amphibians and reptiles.
Visit the Field House Museum to celebrate a favorite childhood toy - the teddy bear! All kids 15 and under will take home a new furry friend of their own.
Kids can get hands-on experience with cool tech tools that are made especially for them at this free workshop.
Explore songs, finger plays, music and more during this free Music & Movement class for ages 0-6.
The Preschool Science Series is an open exploration learning lab for young scientists, ages 18 months to 5 years and their families. Activities are designed around research that shows children learn best through play, inquiry and shared experiences with their parents and caregivers.
LEGO Club at the St. Louis County Library is a free opportunity for kids to gather and have fun building with LEGO bricks. LEGOs are provided.
At this free art program for ages 3-6 the focus is on the process of making art rather than the finished product. Dress to get messy!