The Children’s Museum at Saratoga

Stories in the Stars
2024-08-05 11:00 - 11:30 (America/New_York) | NY
There are stories in the stars! For millennia, humans have looked up to the stars and played our favorite game of connect the dots. The starry connections humans made formed images and they then created myths and stories around them that we still tell today. For this project we will be making our own constellations!

Straw Javelin Throw
2024-08-02 15:00 - 15:30, 2024-08-02 11:00 - 11:30 (America/New_York) | NY
In honor of the track and field event, we will have a Javelin throwing competition set up for our guests! No real javelins involved, there will instead be straws supplied to throw at our targets. Go for gold and join the fun!

Science Explorers
2024-08-02 13:30 - 14:00, 2024-08-02 09:30 - 10:00, 2024-07-26 13:30 - 14:00, 2024-07-26 09:30 - 10:00, 2024-07-19 13:30 - 14:00, 2024-07-19 09:30 - 10:00 (America/New_York) | The Children’s Museum at Saratoga, 65 South Broadway, Saratoga Springs, NY, 12866, United States
Discover the many ways science is all around us in a program that is designed to spark curiosity and create those surprising ‘a-ha” moments for children that can last a lifetime. Whether children are experimenting with smells, designing an air powered car, or experimenting with color and dyes, these multi-sensory activities foster curiosity, creativity and problem-solving skills.
Best suited for children ages 5 & up
What are we learning: Cognitive Development, Early Science and Early Math Skills, Fine Motor Skills, Focus, Perseverance, Problem Solving Skills, Critical Thinking Skills

Story Time
2024-08-01 13:30 - 14:00, 2024-08-01 09:30 - 10:00, 2024-07-25 13:30 - 14:00, 2024-07-25 09:30 - 10:00, 2024-07-18 13:30 - 14:00 UTC | The Children’s Museum at Saratoga, 65 South Broadway, Saratoga Springs, NY, 12866, United States
Each week we’ll read a different book allowing your child to create real world connections as they familiarize themselves with the alphabet, new vocabulary words, and rhymes.
Best Suited for ages 2 and up
What are we learning: Language Proficiency, Communication Skills, Listening Skills, and Fine Motor Skills

Telescope Workshop - Members Only
2024-08-01 08:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | NY
This special member only event is going to be out of this world! We will be making small, real, and totally rad telescopes! This event is free for members to attend but we are asking you to preregister as there are only 18 spots for children to make their own telescopes. There will be lenses, there will be tubes, and there will be astronomical amounts of fun!
Click the link to reserve your spot! You only need to reserve a place for participating children 🙂 https://cmssny.ticketing.veevartapp.com/tickets/view/list/telescope-workshop

Pool Noodle Pony Olympics
2024-07-30 15:00 - 15:30, 2024-07-30 11:00 - 11:30 (America/New_York) | NY
The Olympic event you’ve been waiting for is here! The Pool Noodle Pony Olympics are sure to be a blast with all of The Museum’s noble steeds.

Tuesdays for Tots
2024-07-30 13:30 - 14:00, 2024-07-30 09:30 - 10:00, 2024-07-23 13:30 - 14:00, 2024-07-23 09:30 - 10:00 UTC | The Children’s Museum at Saratoga, 65 South Broadway, Saratoga Springs, NY, 12866, United States
Every Tuesday at 9:30am and 1:30pm enjoy this fun and educational time for our littlest visitors! Experiment together with art, science, language and math early learning activities that support early childhood learning. Children can Practice important skills like taking turns and making friends as they explore the stations that promote school readiness, social connections, and skill development.
Best Suited for Children ages 2 to 5

Ribbon Dancing
2024-07-29 15:00 - 15:30, 2024-07-29 11:00 - 11:30 (America/New_York) | NY
Rhythmic Gymnastics are part of the Olympics and one of our staff’s favorite sports! We’ll have our own museum ribbon dance event to celebrate. Join in on the fun and make your own ribbon dancing baton!

Storm Proof Building
2024-07-25 15:00 - 15:30, 2024-07-25 11:00 - 11:30 (America/New_York) | NY
Learn what it takes to make a building stormproof and put your creations to the test!

Up in the Air
2024-07-23 15:00 - 15:30, 2024-07-23 11:00 - 11:30 (America/New_York) | NY
Let’s go up in the air! We’ll build some paper planes, including a super special tube paper plane.

Windsocks
2024-07-22 15:00 - 15:30, 2024-07-22 11:00 - 11:30 (America/New_York) | NY
Engage your kids with this fun DIY windsock project! Learn how to create colorful wind socks together using simple materials. Perfect for a breezy day of crafting and outdoor playtime.

Build a Boat
2024-07-18 15:00 - 15:30 (America/New_York) | NY
Find out how you can use everyday materials to make a boat that floats. How much can your boat carry?
