A history-through-objects hour at Cannonsburgh Village: the kitchen tools households relied on before electricity, and what it actually took to get a meal on the table. Kids get to work the gadgets themselves, which is what makes it stick. Built for homeschool families but open to anyone who can make a weekday morning. $5 per …
A two-hour introduction to archery at the Wilderness Station with equipment provided, so there is nothing to buy before you find out whether it clicks. Instructors start from stance and safety, which makes it a reasonable first try for older children and for parents who fancy a go themselves. $10 and registration is required.
Geology for children who have logged serious hours mining blocks on a screen - the Wilderness Station takes the ores and stones they already recognise from the game and puts the real versions in their hands. It is a smart hook, and it works on kids who would otherwise say rocks are boring. $5 per …
Homeschool Learning Pods Looking for a hands-on field trip for your homeschool or distance learning student? Discovery Center’s Homeschool Learning Pods are the perfect way to fuel those curious minds! Join us on select Thursdays from 3-4 p.m. for guided, grade-specific exploration led by our education team. Cost varies by lab. Learning Pod 2 – …
Snorkels are provided and the Wilderness Station staff take you into the Stones River to look at what actually lives under the surface - fish, mussels, the whole aquatic neighbourhood most of us drive past without thinking about. Ages 7 and up. Wear water shoes, space is limited and registration is required; the exact put-in …
Local artists line the greenway trail at Old Fort Park for the 22nd year, showing and selling original work - oils and watercolours, pottery, textiles, metal, glass and jewellery. Everything on display is made by the artist standing next to it; no kit work or mass-produced stock is allowed in. Run by the Cultural Arts …
ACHIEVE COMMUNITY EVENT Connect. Collaborate. Grow. Join local business owners, entrepreneurs, members, and neighbors for a relaxed community gathering at Achieve. Meet new people, hear what's new, enjoy great conversations, and see how Achieve is becoming a hub for business growth. 📅 Monday, September 21, 2026 Choose the session that works best for you ☕ …
An hour of shaking cream into butter at the Wilderness Station - simple, old-fashioned, and reliably a hit with children who have only ever met butter in a tub. Cheap at $3 and short enough to fit after school. Registration required.
Lichens are neither plant nor fungus but a partnership between the two, and once a child can spot them they turn up on every tree and fence post between here and home. The Wilderness Station walks families through finding and identifying the common ones and why they matter to a healthy forest. Ages 6 and …
Creature Connection Mammals, amphibians, and reptiles — oh my! Each Creature Connection introduces visitors to one of our animal ambassadors, explores what makes that critter one-of-a-kind, and pairs it with a STEAM activity inspired by their unique traits. UV Leopard Geckos: Shine a light on science! See how UV rays react with objects and help …