Enjoy a day of culture, performance, and tradition during one of the region’s biggest Kwanzaa celebrations. Celebrated at the Museum for more than 20 years, the free annual Kwanzaa Celebration is presented in partnership with Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., St. Louis Metropolitan Alumnae Chapter.
GALLERY ACTIVITIES
Make a zawadi, or gift, during a hands-on art activity in the Museum galleries from 10 am to 2 pm. Use our scavenger hunt to explore art related to the themes of Kwanzaa. Pick up your scavenger hunt guide at the Sculpture Hall welcome desk.
PERFORMANCE
Enjoy a performance by Spirit of Angela West African Dance and Drum in the Museum’s Farrell Auditorium from 11 am to 12:30 pm. Although the event is free, tickets are required for the auditorium performance. Tickets will be available on-site only at the Museum on December 31 starting at 10 am. Limit of 6 tickets per person.
December 31, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
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Explore songs, finger plays, music and more during this Music & Movement class for ages 0-6. Some sessions are held in person at various branches of the St. Louis County Library. Some sessions are virtual.
Open Gym at Miss Kelly's Gym is an opportunity for any child to have supervised free play in the gym. They can work on existing skills, try something new, or simply play around. It is completely up to them! Open Gym is open to both members and non-members ages 12 and under.
Visit the James S. McDonnell Planetarium in Forest Park and see a star show to experience the largest artificial sky in the Western Hemisphere. Star shows are lead LIVE by one of the Planetarium's educators, creating a new and tailored experience for every audience.
Stop in and have some fun in the indoor pool at the Lodge of Des Peres with your little one at this drop-in swim time for kids up to age 6. No pre-registration is needed; Water Waddlers is open to residents and non-residents of Des Peres.
Science Tots is designed for children ages 18 to 36 months. The class provides opportunities to support brain development and learning. Toddlers and their grown-ups will explore STEM topics through songs, stories, hands-on exploration and play.