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Kaleideum was formed by the merger of The Children’s Museum of Winston-Salem and SciWorks on July 1, 2016. Kaleideum Downtown (formerly the Children’s Museum of Winston-Salem) was founded by the Junior League of Winston-Salem and opened its doors on November 20, 2004. Kaleideum North (formerly SciWorks) was founded by the Junior League of Winston-Salem and opened its doors as the Nature Science Ce
nter in 1964. The two museums began talks of a possible collaboration in early 2015, with a new mission of “Inspiring wonder, curiosity, and lifelong learning in our children and community through interactive play and discovery.” The merged entity combines the features of both museums – blending arts, literacy, and STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math) orientations into an integrated approach to learning.
🚀✈️ Soar high on National Aviation Day at Kaleideum! 🌟
Today, witness rocket launches, learn about air quality with Triad Air Awareness, and indulge in airplane-themed activities. It's a day of excitement, education, and aviation wonders! 🎉✨
Come give us a visit!
Teachers, Kaleideum will be moving into our new building (120 W 3rd Street) in January, and we are cleaning out our storage at Kaleideum North! This Saturday, come check out what we are giving away for FREE to use in your classrooms and schools. https://conta.cc/3KK9MmZ
Teacher Giveaway! Saturday, August 19 11 am-2 pm Kaleideum is moving soon, and we have a lot of “stuff” that can be useful in the classroom. From posters and books to lab equipment and glassware, you
Have you guys seen Sue? This good boy is modeling one of our green Kaleideum shirts for our Dog Days of Summer! While you can't bring your fuzzy friends to Kaleideum, you can escape the heat and make them dog toys out of recycled t-shirts that you can take home or donate to AARF!
Join the fun with Mrs. Cottontail and Friends! 🐰📚✨
Thursday, August 17, 11 am
Hop into a captivating storytime experience like no other! 📖✨ Mrs. Cottontail and Friends Birthday Parties is here to whisk you away on a magical adventure. She'll enchant you with a delightful tale, guide you through energizing yoga exercises, and introduce you to an adorable, fluffy companion. 🧘♀️🐇💖
Don't miss out on this one-of-a-kind event, included with your museum admission or membership. 🎟️🏛️ Prepare for laughter, learning, and unforgettable memories! 🌟✨
🚀 Kaleideum's Big Move is Happening Soon! 📚
From posters to lab equipment, we've got classroom goodies galore! Score all the treasures your heart desires — absolutely FREE!
Join us on Saturday, August 19, from 11 am to 2 pm and help us prepare for our move while YOU prepare for the school year!
All Planetarium shows for today, August 14 2023 have been cancelled due to unforeseen circumstances.
We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause, and appreciate your understanding.
The planetarium is closed today 8/14/23
We apologize for the inconvenience.
📅 Check out whats happening at this week!
🎉 Join us TOMORROW for Fuzzy Fun Day, the purrfect Sunday event you don't want to miss!
🏠🐾 Find your new feline friend as we team up with AARF (Animal Adoption and Rescue Foundation) for cat adoptions!
🐱 Adopt a pet and get a chance to win a Kaleideum membership - it's a win-win!
🎓🐕 Learn from the best!
Gain valuable pet care insights from our expert veterinarians who will be giving a special presentation on pet wellness and health. Your furry friends deserve the best care!
💕🐾🐩 Interact with the Elite Canine Comfort Dog Team - the most amazing comfort dogs who bring joy and comfort to people of all ages! Their wagging tails and loving presence will make your day!
🎨🐾🎉 Get your creative juices flowing as you upcycle and craft toys for your furry companions. It's the paw-fect opportunity to show your love through handmade creations!
Mark your calendars for this unforgettable day filled with fur, fun, and heartwarming connections. Don't miss out on the chance to create beautiful memories with your pets and fellow animal lovers! See you there! 🐾❤️🐾
Are you having a PAWsome summer? Don't forget this SUN-day is Fuzzy FUN-day at Kaleideum! https://conta.cc/443zV75
Make toys, play, and possibly adopt a furry friend Fuzzy FUN-DAY 1-3 pm Sunday, August 13 Join us for Fuzzy FUN-Day, a purrfect Sunday event featuring cat adoptions with AARF, Elite Canine comfort dog
Join us for the purrfect Sunday event! 🐱❤️ Find your new feline friend with AARF cat adoptions, meet the Elite Canine's Comfort Dogs Team, and gain valuable pet care insights from experts at Animal Ark Veterinary Hospital!
🐾 Plus, get creative making toys for your fur babies!
🎁🐕 Don't miss this unforgettable day of fur, fun, and endless wagging tails! 🐾🎊
🐾🏆 Adopt a pet with AARF and get a chance to win a Kaleideum membership! 🏆🎫
Kaleideum North helping local animal shelters
🦷✨ TOTALLY TEETH LITTLE INNOVATORS🦷✨
📅 Saturday, August 12
⏰ 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
🏢 Location: Kaleideum North, 400 West Hanes Mill Road
🌟 Shine those pearly whites, it's time for Little Innovators at Kaleideum! 🌟 Join us for a tooth-tastic adventure where little learners explore the wonders of teeth through STEAM activities! 🚀🔍🎨
🦷 Create your own tooth buddy!
📚 Enjoy a captivating tooth-cleaning story!
🔬 Learn the science behind healthy teeth!
👩🔬 Designed for curious preschoolers, this hands-on event will spark creativity and curiosity as they dive into science, technology, engineering, arts, and math! 🌈🧠
💰 Tickets: $5 per member, $8 per non-member (Includes 1 Adult with 1 Pre-K Innovator; Adult must attend with child). Museum admission not included.
Don't miss this smile-filled learning experience! 😁✨ Grab your spot now! 🎟️ Limited availability! 🏃♀️🏃♂️
🐱🏠 Join us for a purrfect event with AARF! 🎉🐶
🐾 Adopt a furry friend and change a life forever! 🐾
Join us for a purrfect event featuring cat adoptions with AARF, Elite Canine comfort dogs, a vet presentation, and a chance to make cat and dog toys. Don’t miss this unforgettable day of fur, fun, and endless wagging tails!
❗️❗️ NEW LASER SHOW ALERT ❗️❗️
🌟🎬 Movie Magic: Weekday Laser Special 🎬🌟
Enjoy a magical journey with songs from your favorite animated classics! From the Frozen 2, Moana, Zootopia, and beyond, get ready for a magical time with this spectacular Weekday Laser Special!
🗓️ Mark your calendars for August 15 and August 30 at 4 pm, and make your way to the planetarium for a breathtaking laser show that will leave you in awe!
Check out whats happening at this week!
🏰🏖️ Today is National Sandcastle Day! 🎉🐚
Get ready to sculpt, shape, and create amazing sandcastles as we immerse ourselves in a sandy wonderland with our guest engagement staff! 🏄♀️🏝️
We kicked off Dog (and Cat) Days of Summer at Kaleideum today, and FOX8 was there! Join us every Friday at 10:30 am to make dog and cat toys to keep or donate. And don't miss Fuzzy Fun Day on Sunday,August 13!
Kaleideum North helping local animal shelters
National Sandcastle Day Is Saturday! Join us at Kaleideum to play with sand, kinetic sand, and more! https://conta.cc/3DNrPEV
And register now for Little Innovators: Totally Teeth! National Sandcastle Day Saturday, August 5, 1 pm Unleash your creativity and explore the differences between kinetic and regular sand through han
🎵 THE NEW SEASON OF FEATURED ARTIST WEEKENDS IS HERE! 🎵
Join us at Kaleideum's Planetarium for an out-of-this-world musical experience featuring YOUR favorite artists every weekend!
🎆🔮 Immerse yourself in the dazzling spectacle of laser shows, as we bring your beloved musicians to life in mesmerizing lights! 🎶🎇
🎟️ Ticket Prices: $2 for Members, $3 for Non-Members.
🎫 Museum admission NOT required! 🚀
👉 Don't miss this cosmic concert series! See you at the Planetarium! 🎸🎤🎉
🐾🌞 Its the Dog (and Cat) Days of Summer at Kaleideum! Fridays at 10:30 am 🌞🐾
Escape the scorching heat and make Fridays in August the coolest days ever! 🌤️😎 Show some love to your fuzzy friends by crafting adorable dog and cat toys from old t-shirts 🐕🐱🎨 Whether you keep them for your pets or donate them to AARF, every wagging tail will thank you! 🐾💕
🐾🎉 AND join us for Fuzzy FUN-day 🎉🐾
It's the purrfect Sunday event! 🐱❤️ Find your new feline friend with AARF cat adoptions, meet the Elite Canine Comfort Dog Team 🐶💖, and gain valuable pet care insights from experts! 📚🐾 Plus, get creative making toys for your fur babies! 🎁🐕 Don't miss this unforgettable day of fur, fun, and endless wagging tails! 🐾🎊
🐾🏆 Adopt a pet with AARF and get a chance to win a Kaleideum membership! 🏆🎫
🐾📚 Learn about pet care from experts.
🐾🐶 Interact with the Elite Canine Comfort Dog Team.
🐾🎨 Upcycle and create a pet toy.
📅 Are you planning a trip to Kaleideum this month? Well here is everything going on at during August of 2023!
Update!
The Musical Laser Special for August 1 is 90's Flashback and not Movie Magic. We are sorry for any confusion or inconvenience this may cause.
Please join us for the August 9, 2023 meeting of the Forsyth Astronomical Society. The meeting will be held at Kaleideum North (formerly SciWorks), 400 West Hanes Mill Road, Winston-Salem, NC. FAS …
We're working on what will become the future hallways of the new Kaleideum location!
This area will look very different very soon, so check back for a comparison!
Are you planning your trip to Kaleideum this week? Well look no further than our Museum this Week for the week of August 31!
This week on the first of August, we will be showing off our new Movie Magic Laser Special, and celebrating National Sandcastle Day!
ROAR 🦖
Are you ready to Collide with Kaleideum this summer? Check out our latest e-newsletter to find out what's happening at Kaleideum! https://conta.cc/3QfMMQD
Dog (and Cat) Days of Summer start next week Join Us Every Saturday in July for DINO DAZE! We’re in a DAZE over dinosaurs at Kaleideum, so we’re doing dino-themed guest engagement every Saturday morni
🦖🌟 Dino DAZE is happening Saturdays at 10:30 am! 🌟🦕
Join us at Kaleideum for a prehistoric adventure! We're absolutely 🤩 DAZED 🤩 over dinosaurs, and every Saturday morning we're bringing you thrilling dino-themed activities! Get ready for a DINO-mite time! 🎉
📅 July 29: Unleash your inner paleontologist and dive into a world of fossils with our exciting Dino Storytime and Dig! 📚🔍
Don't miss out on the roaring fun! 🌟🔥
🦖🎥 Dino Dana: The Movie! 💥🌟
Join 10-year-old Dana on an epic dinosaur adventure as she seeks the answer to the ultimate question: where are all the kid dinosaurs? 🤔
With her sister Saara, and new friends Mateo and Jadiel, get ready for a journey unlike anything Dana has experienced before! 🚀
💥 Don't miss out - Monday to Saturday at noon! 💥📅 Grab your tickets to this planetarium show during your next visit: $2 for members, $3 for non-members. 💸🎟️
We're having a great time at Camp Kaleideum!
Have you seen our Bernoulli blower yet?
📅 Are you planning your trip to Kaleideum this week? 🚀 Well use this post to plan your visit! 🌟
✈️ We are SOARING to new heights at Camp Kaleideum! 🚀💫
🔥 Last week's Flight Academy camp was an absolute BLAST! 💥
🔬 Campers delved into the physics of flight, unleashing their inner engineers! 📐
🛫 From thrilling paper airplane contests to coding drone adventures through obstacles, the fun knew no bounds! 💥🛩️🎮
🚀 And let's not forget the excitement of designing and launching rockets, reaching for the stars! 🌟🚀
💥 Camp Kaleideum: Where young aviators spread their wings and make unforgettable memories! 🌈🌠
We had a great time touring the interns at the new Kaleideum building today!
Dino Terrarium Workshop is today at 11 am! Check out this and more in this week's newsletter. https://conta.cc/3DnRDre
$5 for member and $7 for non-members Join Us Every Saturday in July for DINO DAZE! We’re in a DAZE over dinosaurs at Kaleideum, so we’re doing dino-themed guest engagement every Saturday morning! Our
Step into a prehistoric wonderland every Saturday morning at 's Dino DAZE!
Get ready to be captivated by our dino-themed guest engagement events that are sure to leave you in awe. Join us this July 22 for a roaring adventure as we blend the magic of storytelling with groovy beats at our 📚 Dino Storytime and Dance Party! 🕺💃 Don't miss out on the dino-mite fun!
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Something wicked is happening! Join us for Truck and Treat this Sunday!
Get spooooky at Truck and Treat this Sunday at 1 pm! Get your tickets online and save $2 per person #halloween #halloween2022 #JackStauber #ghost #museum #mywsnc
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Cool cats come to Truck & Treat BOOsted. Thank you to all of our Black Cat Backers: American National Bank, Duke Energy, Merhoff & Associates, Piedmont Advantage Credit Union, and Triad Kids Dental tal. Get your tickets online and save $2 per person
Cool cats come to Truck & Treat BOOsted. Thank you to all of our Black Cat Backers: American National Bank, Duke Energy, Merhoff & Associates, Piedmont Advantage Credit Union, and Triad Kids Dental tal. Get your tickets online and save $2 per person https://19331.blackbaudhosting.com/19331/Truck--Treat-BOOsted-2022
Kaleideum’s VP of Education & Engagement Shari Brady taught Science Extravaganza today and demonstrated a hydrogen explosion.
We are kicking off the #ncsciencefestival with #starparty activities today! We’ll be doing the same and MORE on Saturday with the Science & Innovation Expo! Don’t miss out on #stemforkids.
We are so excited to WELCOME you to our 1st Literacy Fair tomorrow, Saturday, 11am-3pm! Thank you Ann Holton Guill (Take the Lead) for presenting "D" is for Dance (no contact dancing) and Laura Hart McKinny (Stone's Throw Films) for "The Tale of Peter Rabbit" that will play throughout the day. Shake off the cold and GET MOVING with Ann and her creative team! #creativemovement #creativeplatform #inspire
Could these "BEE" any cuter? Educator Bee Bube brough out the Bee Bots today for the Prism Experience at Kaleideum North. Bee Bots help teach young children how to design and write programs that accomplish specific goals.
Thanks to our friends at @westrockcompany, our visitors had a great time imagining, innovating, and building with corrugated board during Saturday’s Engineering Festival. We think this was such a fun activity … would you like to see it again soon at the museum? Put an emoji in the comments! #learningreimagined #corrugatedbox #corrugatedpackaging #kaleideum #cardboardcreations #cardboardfurniture #cardboarddesign #childrenuseum #winstonsalem #mywsnc #mywsnclife
Happy Valentine's Day from all of us at Kaleideum ... even our friendly Hissing Cockroaches!
During today's "Prism" experience, Kaleideum visitors were able to test the newest addition to our robot family — Bee-bots! "Prism" is Kaleideum's innovation and engineering initiative, and we are so excited about these little robots, which are designed for young children as the perfect tools to teach sequencing, estimation, problem-solving and hands-on learning! #beebot #robot #robotics #Kaleideum
It’s February, and that means you can Light Up Our Heart at Kaleideum with your donations! Put your dollars and cents in the Heart on the floor or donate online at Kaleideum.org! #february #valentine #lightupourheart❤️ #kaleideum
🧠Science Tidbit🧠 Penguins have projectile poo! They can propel their poo about 5 miles per hour a distance almost twice their body length!
January 11 is Learn Your Name in Morse Code Day! You can hear and see how to say "Kaleideum" in this post. How do you say yours? There are plenty of Morse Code translators online. Not familiar with Morse Code? It's a system of communication that was invented in the 1800s and was pivotal in communication through the early 1900s. #morsecode #kaleideum #communication #morse #code #sciencemuseum #winstonsalem
We have shows with our new laser system daily at 4pm. Including holiday musical specials! December 18 & 19 will be the last Saturday and Sunday we're open of 2021. Kaleideum will be closed December 24-26. #kaleideum #lasers #lasershow #museum #winstonsalem #mywinstonsalem #northcarolina #sciencemuseum #planetarium #happyholidays #holiday #musical
These little robotic spheres were brought out for Prism, a program focused on hands-on innovation activities. Prism Experiences are included in admission and on the museum floor Tuesdays and Thursdays at 11:30 am. #kaleideum #museum #sphero #spheromini #sciencemuseum #robotics #winstonsalem #mywinstonsalem #northcarolina #handsonlearning #learningreimagined #steam #stem #steameducation #stemeducation
❄️Included with Family Festive Friday will be a FREE HOLIDAY LASER PREVIEW! ❄️ Sit back and enjoy spectacular holiday lights and music with Kaleideum’s new immersive experience laser system! It’s not like the old laser shows...bigger, brighter, and better than ever before with new music from hit artists like Lizzo, Queen, and Bruno Mars! But don’t fret, old favorites like the Beatles, Pink Floyd, and of course, Ghostbusters are also included. Catch our Laser Specials at 4PM everyday in the Planetarium ($2 members/$3 non-members). Watch out for for full length Laser Extravaganzas...coming in 2022!
Join us for Holidays Around the World Saturday afternoon at Kaleideum North, 400 W Hanes Mill Road. All crafts and activities are included with regular admission or membership! #holiday #holidayseason #festivefamilyfriday #christmas #christmasinwinstonsalem #kaleideum #tistheseason #familychristmas #christmascrafts #mywsnc #winstonsalem
Do you need to keep your little elves busy this holiday season? Come out to the Elf Workshop this Sunday, December 12, to make a toy and/or a gingerbread house. Buy your tickets for the workshop kits here! https://19331.blackbaudhosting.com/19331/Elf-Workshop-12Dec2021 #holiday #holidayseason #festivefamilyfriday #christmas #christmasinwinstonsalem #kaleideum #tistheseason #familychristmas #christmascrafts #mywsnc #winstonsalem
Tickets are on sale now for Festive Family Friday. Get them early so you don't have to wait in line! Tickets on sale here: https://19331.blackbaudhosting.com/19331/Festive-Family-Friday #holiday #holidayseason #festivefamilyfriday #christmas #christmasinwinstonsalem #kaleideum #tistheseason #familychristmas #christmascrafts #mywsnc #winstonsalem
AstroMoose is on the Loose! See if you can find him hiding in the exhibits at the museum during December! #kaleideumnorth #mooseontheloose #hideandseek
What's your perfect Winter view? We want reindeer, penguins, and snowmen in ours! Create your own winter wonderland scene with this easy to assemble slot-and-tab kit! Each piece included was designed and created with our in-house laser cutter. https://19331.blackbaudhosting.com/19331/Elf-Workshop-12Dec2021 Assemble and decorate your own scene or holiday cookie house. December 12, 1-3 pm | $3 per kit for members; $5 per kit for non-members. Museum admission is NOT included in this price. #kaleideum #diy #winterwonderland #winstonsalem #mywinstonsalem #northcarolina #artsandcrafts #lasercut #gingerbreadhouse #happyholidays #winter #museum
Throughout the month of December, we invite you to make a $5 donation to Kaleideum at the Kaleideum North Welcome Desk and receive a snowflake ornament to decorate and hang on one of our trees!
What design would you put on a custom ornament? We're putting AstroMoose on our ornament! You can make one with us! Draw an ornament and if you would like a wood copy of it you can bring your drawing to our gift shop (until Sunday the 5th). We'll laser cut it and have it ready by Festive Family Friday on the 10th! Ornaments are $10 each. #lasers #lasercut #ornaments #christmasdecor #holidaydecor #winstonsalem #mywinstonsalem #northcarolina #museum #sciencemuseum #childrensmuseum #happyholidays #kaleideum
Where would you hide in the museum? Keep an eye out for Astromoose! For the month of December, Astromoose will be on the loose in the museum! When you visit, see if you can find him hiding in the exhibits! His journey will end on New Year's Eve at our NoonYear Celebration! #moose #kaleideum #astromoose #winstonsalem #northcarolina #mywinstonsalem #planetarium #sciencemuseum #museum #nctriad #forsythcounty #noonyearseve
Thanks for Giving! Your gift to Kaleideum on #GivingTuesday is what makes us who we are and allows us to meet the ever-changing needs of our community with creativity, ingenuity, and resourcefulness. #thanksgiving #happythanksgiving #thanksgivingholiday #givingthanks #thankful #thanksgivinginwinston #givingtuesdaynow #givingtuesday2021 #childrensmuseum #sciencecenter #kaleideum #mywsnc #winstonsalem
Your gift to Kaleideum today on #GivingTuesday inspires bravery. You can make your donation by texting "GIMME5" to 44321 or visit https://kaleideum.org/give-now/. #thanksgiving #happythanksgiving #thanksgivingholiday #givingthanks #thankful #thanksgivinginwinston #givingtuesdaynow #givingtuesday2021 #childrensmuseum #sciencecenter #kaleideum #mywsnc #winstonsalem
Your gift to Kaleideum on #GivingTuesday builds community. You can make your donation by texting "GIMME5" to 44321 or visit https://kaleideum.org/give-now/. #thanksgiving #happythanksgiving #thanksgivingholiday #givingthanks #thankful #thanksgivinginwinston #givingtuesdaynow #givingtuesday2021 #childrensmuseum #sciencecenter #kaleideum #mywsnc #winstonsalem
Your gift to Kaleideum on #GivingTuesday expands horizons. You can make your donation by texting "GIMME5" to 44321 or visit https://kaleideum.org/give-now/. #thanksgiving #happythanksgiving #thanksgivingholiday #givingthanks #thankful #thanksgivinginwinston #givingtuesdaynow #givingtuesday2021 #childrensmuseum #sciencecenter #kaleideum #mywsnc #winstonsalem
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