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Drum roll please! 🥁
Welcome to the world, Penelope Opossum!
We're excited to introduce Penelope as the name you choose for our new opossum! A heartfelt thank you to everyone who participated in our contest. This name holds a special meaning, as it was suggested by a sweet former volunteer dedicated to our Animal Care Facility.
Penelope has already won our hearts, and we're sure she'll win yours too! 🎀💕
We're excited to be in our 7th week of Girls in STEM Summer Programming with two more weeks to go! A big thank you to Isley Gooden for highlighting our mission and sharing our story.
Tune in to see how we're inspiring the next generation of female scientists and engineers!
Young Arkansans are learning more about careers in science and engineering with the help of Girls in STEM—a local camp aiming to show that girls and minorities
Ears up, folks! Help us name our baby opossum! 🫶🏼
She’s narrowed down your name suggestions to eleven favorites. Comment with your top pick, and find out her new name this Friday!
Proposed Names:
Penelope
Maisel
Poppy
Blossom
Tally
Ophelia
Thumbelina
Kim POSSible
Polly
Petunia
Gretchen Wieners
Calling all Jr. Adventurers! Join us this week for our Early Childhood Programs as we meet grumpy pirates and misunderstood snakes! 🏴☠️🐍
🦜 Wiggle Worms: Gather around for treasure trove of pirate tales. We'll be reading “The Grumpy Pirate” by Artemis Roehrig and creating our own parrot pals! Wiggle Worms is held every Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday at 10:30 am.
🐍 Creature Features: Slither into Creature Features as we read “SNAKE!” by Carrie Hyatt, craft our own “shedding snakeskin” and meet one of our snake animal ambassadors! Creature Features is held every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday at 10:30 am.
Our programs are designed for children 6 and under, offering an engaging environment for hands-on STEAM exploration.
Breaking news coming out of the animal room! 📰✨
Get ready to meet the sweetest baby girl opossum this side of President Clinton Ave. I think you’ll agree, our newest animal ambassador is im-poss-ibly cute. She had an accident involving her tail and is unable to be rehabilitated and turned back to the wild. Because of this, we are happy to give her a safe home at the Museum of Discovery. What she lacks in tail, she makes up for in attitude.
We've decided to hold a naming contest to find the perfect name for her! 📇
Send us your suggestions and we’ll let her narrow down the list and decide on her favorites. We’re looking forward to welcoming her into our family as she helps teach our guests about nature and conservation, so let’s give her a name to remember.
Join us this week for our Early Childhood Programs! Explore pirate adventures and discover how animals use their senses. We'll read "We’re Going on a Treasure Hunt" by Kelly DiPucchio and embark on a treasure hunt with a sandy sensory activity in Wiggle Worms and we'll enjoy a sensory safari with "They All Saw a Cat" by Brendan Wenzel and a fun kaleidoscope activity in Creature Features! 🌈🏴☠️
Wiggle Worms takes place every Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday, while Creature Features happens every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday. Both programs start at 10:30 a.m. in our Great Hall.
It's time for an electrifying midi file rendition of "Happy Birthday" in honor of a very important date. On this day 168 years ago, Nikola Tesla was born. Throughout his life, Nikola made many contributions as an inventor in many different areas, especially in the development of electric power. In fact, Nikola is the creator of the alternating current system of electricity used today. We honor him daily with our Guinness World Records musical bi-polar Tesla Coil, which emits 200,000 volts of electricity and plays various songs at a high frequency visible to the eye. ⚡️🥳✨
Don't miss the chance to experience the unique Tesla show in our Entergy Theater the next time you're at the museum. With showtimes daily, Monday-Friday at 12:30pm and 2:00pm, and Sundays at 2pm, it's a one-of-a-kind celebration of Nikola Tesla's legacy!
We have exciting news to share! 📰🎉
We are thrilled to announce that our founder, Bernie Babcock— author, mother, suffragist, and museum pioneer— is being inducted into the Arkansas Women's Hall of Fame this year!
In 1927, Bernie opened a natural history, curiosities and antiquities museum on Main Street to challenge the notion that Arkansas lacked culture. Her determination saw the museum through the Great Depression, World War II and many challenges, turning the museum into the respected institution it is today.
Today, 97 years later, we believe Bernie would be proud of the Museum of Discovery and its continued dedication to education and culture. We're honored to celebrate her legacy with this achievement.
Ahoy, young explorers! Join us this week for our Early Childhood Programs as we embark on pirate adventures and discover how animals use their senses to navigate the world around them! 🌍🌟
🏴☠️ Wiggle Worms: We'll be reading "We’re Going on a Treasure Hunt" by Kelly DiPucchio and embarking on our own treasure hunt with a sandy sensory activity! Wiggle Worms is held every Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday at 10:30 a.m.
🦎 Creature Features: Come along on a sensory safari as we read "They All Saw a Cat" by Brendan Wenzel and explore our senses with a fun kaleidoscope activity! Creature Features is held every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday at 10:30 a.m.
Our programs are designed for children 6 and under, offering an engaging environment for hands-on STEAM exploration.
Tomorrow is $2 Sunday! Admission is only $2 for all ages from 1-5 p.m.
Speaking of $2, did you know that through our Science for All program, admission for SNAP recipients and five additional guests is $2 per person every day and annual family memberships are just $25? Simply present your EBT card and ID at the admissions desk to enjoy this deal.🧑🏻🔬
It’s the first weekend of the month and that means that Bank of America cardholders receive free admission to Museum of Discovery thanks to the “Museums on Us” program! Show your card at the admissions desk to take advantage of the free admission. (Comped admission only for cardholder)
Friendly reminder: The Museum of Discovery is closed today in observance of the Fourth of July holiday. Enjoy your celebrations! 🎆
Join us this week for exciting adventures in our Early Childhood programs! In Wiggle Worms, we'll dive into the pirate's life, crafting pirate hats and exploring pirate fun. In Creature Features, we'll uncover the mysteries of moody animal behaviors and meet our hedgehog animal ambassador. 🦔🏴☠️
Wiggle Worms takes place every Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday, while Creature Features happens every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday. Both programs start at 10:30 a.m. in our Great Hall. Please note, Wiggle Worms will not be held this Thursday due to our Independence Day closure.
We will be closed on the 4th of July to (safely) play with fire with our families. We hope you have a happy holiday! 🔥⚡️
Join us six days a week this summer for our Early Childhood Programs!
This month in Wiggle Worms, we're exploring the exciting world of pirates! 🏴☠️ In Creature Features, we'll be exploring animals from around the globe and right here in our Natural State. Each session begins with a story and wraps up with a hands-on activity featuring a different animal every week. Plus, you might even meet one of our Animal Ambassadors! 🦜
Early Childhood Schedule:
🦎 Creature Features: Every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday at 10:30 a.m.
🛥 Wiggle Worms: Every Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday at 10:30 a.m.
Both programs take place in our Great Hall and are included with regular museum admission or free for museum members. Bring your little ones for a summer full of learning, fun, and animal adventures!
Welcome to the 2024 class of Discovery Camp Counselors! We’re three weeks into summer camp at the museum and our 76 counselors from 20 different schools are pivotal to our success. Ranging from entering 9th graders to seniors, our counselors assist museum educators and help empower campers to problem-solve in order to achieve their goals.
This program offers teens a fantastic opportunity to gain valuable skills such as leadership, communication, and teamwork by helping guide groups of children. They also develop patience, initiative, and empathy, all while enhancing their adaptability and confidence. Plus it's fun! These skills are invaluable for their future endeavors and we love watching them grow year after year!
Join us this week in our Early Childhood programs for fun adventures! Dream up a world with unicorns and learn about foam marbling in Wiggle Worms or meet a friendly, not so scary spider and help us build a spider family with a collaborative art project in Creature Features.
Wiggle Worms is held every Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday. Creature Features is held every Monday, Wednesday and Friday. Both programs will begin at 10:30 a.m. in our Great Hall.
Next time you're at the museum, don't miss the chance to check out the fantastic MOD-themed mural on the east side of the building created by renowned local artist Matt McLeod. This piece was sponsored by PPG as part of its Colorful Connections program, installed by Baldwin & Shell Construction Company & Shell, and debuted in September 2022. We appreciate these sponsors’ support and Matt’s talent! The museum is proud to be a large and visible part of the growing outdoor art scene downtown. 🎨
Join us for our Early Childhood Programs this week as we dream up unicorn friends 🦄 and meet not-so-scary spiders 🕷️!
✨ Step into a world of magic with Wiggle Worms as we learn about unicorns! We're reading "There’s a Unicorn in Your Book" by Tom Fletcher and using a marbling technique to create unicorn art! Wiggle Worms is held every Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday at 10:30 am.
🕸️ Face your fears with us in Creature Features! We're reading "The Not-So-Scary Hairy Spider" by Rosie Greening, meeting one of our tarantula animal ambassadors, and playing "spider dress-up" with a collaborative web art activity. Creature Features is held every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday at 10:30 am.
Our early childhood programs are tailored for children 6 and under and provide an engaging environment for hands-on STEAM exploration.
Happy Father's Day! Because dads rock, we're giving them free admission today with a paid child!
"It didn't exist, so I had to make it!" 💁🏼♀️
Meet Major Chelsie Jones, a trailblazer who soared above challenges both in the sky and on the ground. When the Air Force lacked maternity suits, she teamed up with her retired seamstress neighbor to design her own, paving the way for future generations of women in uniform. Her ingenuity inspired the creation of official Air Force maternity suits, proving that one woman's innovation can lead to systemic change. Major Chelsie shared her incredible journey with us at the Girls in STEM Leadership Institute, reminding us why representation matters and how one woman's innovation can pave the way for women in the future.
We are grateful to Inviting Arkansas for highlighting our Reimagination Campaign and celebrating Nan Selz's long journey with the Museum of Discovery. As our former CEO and current board member, her passion for STEAM education and unwavering dedication to the museum continue to inspire us all.
Learn more about what’s next for the museum and how you can be a part of the change: https://invitingarkansas.com/profile/reimagination-campaign-museum-of-discovery/ 🌟🧪🔬
As Nan Selz reflects on her history with the Museum of Discovery, it’s with gratitude for a great adventure in the world of STEM: science, technology engineering and math. She realizes that the museum is a powerful, educational resource for children + students throughout the state with multiple op...
This week in our Early Childhood Programs, you can create a magical fairy garden or go wild learning about endangered animals — choose your own adventure! 🧚♂️✨ 🦜
Wiggle Worms is held every Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday. Creature Features is held every Monday, Wednesday and Friday. Both programs will begin at 10:30 a.m. in our Great Hall.
Looking for something fun to do with Dad on Father's Day? Bring him to the Museum of Discovery, where all fathers will get free admission to the museum with a paid child!
This week we're creating whimsical worlds and exploring animals around the world in our Early Childhood Programs!
🧚♂️✨ Step into a world of magic with Wiggle Worms as we flutter through fairy tales! We're reading "How to Catch a Garden Fairy" by Alice Walstead and creating collaborative fairy gardens. Wiggle Worms is held every Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday at 10:30 am.
🌍🦜 Go wild with us on a global safari in Creature Features! We're reading "Hello hello!" By Brendan Wenzel, meeting an endangered species Animal Ambassador, and playing a sorting game that will make you feel like a jr. scientist! Creature Features is held every Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 10:30 am.
Our early childhood programs are tailored for children 6 and under and provide an engaging environment for hands-on STEAM exploration.
As we aim to make our museum more welcoming and accessible to everyone, we're excited to announce a new initiative designed to do just that. Introducing Science for All Memberships – a special membership option for our valued guests who are Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) recipients!
If you receive SNAP benefits, simply present your EBT card and a valid photo ID at our admissions desk to enjoy a $25 annual family membership for up to five individuals. Join us in making STEAM education fun and accessible for all! 🧑🏻🔬🔬🧪
It’s not officially summer until the Bubbletron beast has been released during camp! 🫧🥳
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Get ready to release your inner Chip and Joanna Gaines at our new Building Buddies exhibit! 🧰 🏠🛠️ Building Buddies is an interactive exhibit that fosters creativity and skill development through hands-on activities from painting walls to tending gardens. It’s fun for the whole family!#byoshiplap #museumgram #chipandjoannagaines #buildingbuddies #constructionplay #stemeducation #steameducation #diyrenovation #museumlife #childrensmuseum
These kids are gonna need a Spring Break from their Spring Break. 🛒
Here’s the arrival of our first baby chick (hatching sped up for time.) Its sibling will be joining soon! Meet them in our EGGShibition in the George Washington Carver Classroom!
Welcome to Tesla’s Catina where the vibe is nerdy, and the tunes are electric, literally. Join us from 6-9 pm next Thursday for Science After Dark: Star Wars- Return of the Eclipse where we’ll be playing some of our favorite Star Wars music with the accompaniment of 200,000 volts of electricity. ⚡️🌌 Admission is only $5 and you must be at least 21 to attend!
Sorry to all the Niners fans out there but our ferrets have spoken and they predicted a Swift victory for the Chiefs. Hope you’re ready for it…
Happy Noon Year to all who celebrate! 🎉
Our final Noon Year’s Eve countdown! 🎊🎊 Happy New Year!
An epic countdown to 11! We have countdowns just like this at noon, 1 pm and 2 pm.
It’s time to celebrate Noon Year’s Eve! ⏰ 🎉
We’re not like the regular educators, we’re museum educators! 😎#littlerocktourism #holidaybreak #museumgram #stemmuseum #sciencecenter #museumeducation #childrensmuseum #littlerock #arkansas #arkansastodo #arkansastourism #snakesofinstagram #stemeducation
We’re totally going to receive a cease and desist from Disney for such obvious copyright infringement…
Elements of Science Lab are IN THE HOUSE and ready to come out soon! Our exhibits team will be working with our exhibit fabricators on setting up our new permanent gallery for the next few weeks. We couldn’t be more excited about Science Lab opening in November! 🥼🧪🔬
Tinkerfest is always the BEST day! 🎉👷🔨🦺🚜🎨🧚
Learn how to make rope today at Tinkerfest! Our activities will continue until 3 p.m.
Follow the LEGO brick road to the “Ready, Set, LEGO!” station at Tinkerfest!
Billy would cancel his plans just in case you'd call and say, "Meet me behind* the museum (for Tinkerfest)" *Tinkerfest is actually located in front of the museum this Saturdayfrom 9am-3pm 😉 For more information, please visit museumofdiscovery.org/events/ tinkerfest2023
We’re having a BALL this week in anticipation of Tinkerfest! 🟢🟠⚪️🔵 Join us this Saturday from 9am-3pm at Tinkerfest for more than 60 activities for all ages, including BALLAPALOOZA! We’re sending a huge thanks to Buenos Aires for allowing us to put thousands of ball pit balls in their patio. 🙏🏼Tinkerfest is free for members and regular museum admission for non-members. You can purchase tickets at the door or at https://museumofdiscovery.org/event/tinkerfest2023/
Annoying your coworker when you work at a museum hits different. 🔴🔵⚪️🟠🙃 Join us at Tinkerfest on Saturday, September 16 to see why we just ordered 2,000 ball pit balls and what we plan to do with them.
EDITED: Thanks to all who entered! Our giveaway winners are Susan Murray and Katie Sanchez! 🚨TINKERFEST TICKET GIVEAWAY!🚨 Saturday, September 16, for the twelfth year in a row, Tinkerfest 2023 built by Kiewit-Massman is returning to Museum of Discovery! 🦺🔨📓 We're giving two lucky families four tickets to Tinkerfest! To be entered to win, share this video and tag two friends who need to know about Tinkerfest. We would love to see pictures of your family from any former Tinkerfest in the comments! We will choose the winners at random Friday at 2 p.m.
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