NOW OPEN - INSTRUCTABLES: MADE IN YOUR MIND EXHIBIT!

NOW OPEN - INSTRUCTABLES: MADE IN YOUR MIND EXHIBIT!

Take innovation to the next level with our new DIY exhibit inspired by Instructables website! Put your problem-
solving skills to the test at this new hands-on, do-it-yourself exhibit. | Read more...

YOU  HAVE THE RIGHT TO BE A SUPERSTAR THIS SUMMER!

YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO BE A SUPERSTAR THIS SUMMER!

Houston's heating up and summer vacation is here! Get into that summertime groove with a little rock n’ roll at
the Museum's Summer Rockin' Fun celebration from May 31 - June 6, part of our 2012 Summer of Fun. | Read more...

START YOUR SUMMER WITH A SPLASH!

START YOUR SUMMER WITH A SPLASH!

Head to FlowWorks to make waves of excitement this summer! Dive into the forces and properties of water
through waves, vortices and rapids, exploring the fascinating concept of hydropower. | Read more...

JOURNEY TO THE LAND OF GULLAH!

JOURNEY TO THE LAND OF GULLAH!

Revisit a piece of American culture through its retelling of the story of the Gullah at our brand new exhibit,
Cum Yah Gullah! | Read more...

GO ON AN OUT OF THIS WORLD ADVENTURE!

GO ON AN OUT OF THIS WORLD ADVENTURE!

The chase is on! Join forces with the CyberSquad in an original math adventure quest to save the Cyberworld
and defeat the hacker at Cyberchase! | Read more...

EXPERIENCE NATURE!

EXPERIENCE NATURE!

Participate in diverse hands-on activities such as stream bed creation, insect collecting, leaf rubbings, footprint identification, and more at EcoStation! | Read more...

BE ANYTHING YOU WANT TO BE!

BE ANYTHING YOU WANT TO BE!

Head to Kidtropolis, USA during where we do things the kid way! Use your Kid Card to spend money and have experiences throughout the city, just like real life. | Read more...

STEP INTO A WORKSHOP OF GADGETS AND GIZMOS!

STEP INTO A WORKSHOP OF GADGETS AND GIZMOS!

Get your imagination cranking at Invention Convention where YOU create, concoct and construct contraptions  to become an inventor! | Read more...

CHALLENGE YOURSELF!

CHALLENGE YOURSELF!

Let your inner strength shine through at Power Challenge where you'll have a blast making your way through the obstacle course! | Read more...

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Backyard Building Fun
It’s your right to explore! Set out on a week filled with challenging construction and outdoor activities during the ultimate Summer of Fun!

Tot*Spot: There's water, water everywhere! Learn all about water with games, puzzles, books and even build a sandcastle. 

PowerScience Lab:
 Create a portion plate based on your favorite foods.

EcoStation: Learn how your favorite animals use camouflage in their daily habitats.

Alexander Art Academy:
 Create unique mosaic art that is often found decorating backyards and gardens!

Junktion: Can you use paper folding to make a house?  What about a 3D house? Test your backyard building skills!

Science Station: You’re the Builder!  Use your imagination and the wood Kapla blocks to build whatever you want.  

ExxonMobil Math Cart:
 Build equations using numbered craft sticks.  

Inventors' Workshop: 
Come build great things!  Houses made from simple shapes, big domes made from little triangles, and beautiful curves carved from straight lines are all possibilities in this engaging activity.

 

How's Your Summer

You have the right to fun this summer at the Museum! Packed with 14 exhibit galleries, the Museum boasts 90,000 square feet of excitement to enjoy during our 2012 Summer of Fun! 

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