Explorium

Member's Only Event: DIY Dog Toys for Good
2024-11-26 15:00 - 16:00 UTC
Join us for a special event where we’ll create fabric knot balls to donate to our local dog shelter! Not only will you get to unleash your creativity, but you’ll also be giving back to our furry friends in need. This is a fantastic opportunity to meet fellow members, learn a new skill, and make a positive impact on our community. All ages welcomed! MEMBERS ONLY EVENT.
What to Expect:
Hands-on guidance to make fun and durable fabric knot balls.
All materials provided—just bring your enthusiasm!

Holiday Hours- Open for Play
2024-11-25 - 2024-11-27
Come in to play Mon-Wed. from 10-5 P.M. ! We will have holiday themed activities in our Make and Think area. Holiday camps are also happening.

Nature Journals with the PETAL Project
2024-11-23 14:30 - 15:30
Learn about the joys of Nature Journaling.
Make your own Nature Journal and get started exploring the wonders of nature!

Saturday, November 23rd
at Explorium Denton
5800 N Interstate 35 #214, Denton, TX 76207
2:30-3:30PM

STEM with UNT College of Engineering
2024-11-16 10:00 - 12:00
Explore the fascinating worlds of Materials Science and Mechanical Engineering!
What to Expect:
• Crystal Visuals: Discover the beauty of crystal structures using CrystalMaker software.
• Liquid Crystal Displays: Experience live demonstrations of liquid crystal cells, including both conventional and 3D-printed displays, complemented by engaging video presentations.
This is a fantastic opportunity to dive into hands-on learning and see cutting-edge technology in action!
Date: November 16th
Time: 10 AM – 12 PM
Regular admission fees apply.

We are Closed for Veteran's Day
2024-11-11 08:00 - 17:00

Native American Heritage Month Workshop
2024-11-09 11:00 - 12:00
We are celebrating Native American Heritage month with the Native American Texans Traveling Museum for a special presentation. Join us for an engaging 45-minute session featuring a PowerPoint presentation and a display of artifacts, presented by the Denton County Office of History and Culture. Best for grades 3rd and 4th. This is a come and go workshop with additional STEAM theme activities in our Make and Think Exhibit for all ages.
Date: Saturday, November 9, 2024
Time: 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Included with daily admission price.

Bat Appreciation Workshop
2024-10-26 14:30 - 15:30
You’ve heard of gardening for pollinators and birds, but did you know that you can support your local bats right in your own backyard? Join PETAL project and Explorium as we learn about all things bats. You will learn a little about bat biology, why bats are important, threats to our bats, participate in bat themed STEAM crafts, and how you can help with a bat garden! Come with an open mind and an open heart for these adorable creatures of the night.
Included with daily admission.

Cardboard Challenge: Kid City!
2024-10-26 10:00 - 12:00
What would our city look like if kids were in charge of our buildings?
Join us at Explorium for a Cardboard Challenge morning where kids can come and use their imagination to create their own KID CITY! Explorium will provide cardboard and other creative materials to engineer buildings, cars, homes, playgrounds, or other structures for a collective city build project. If you can, please bring cardboard and other reusable items with you that you can use to build!

Not-So Spooky Museum-Halloween Event
2024-10-19 18:00 - 20:00
At our Not-So-Spooky Museum, you’ll dive into mysterious mad experiments, get an up-close look at live creepy crawlers, and enjoy a variety of monster-iffic activities. Join us as we explore the museum in search of goblins, goodies, and goo! There will also be a trunk or treat in the parking lot and plenty of other fun activities! Fun for all ages—costumes are highly recommended. Registration isn’t necessary. Regular admission fees apply.

Museum Without Walls at Hallo-Wing Trunk or Treat
2024-10-12 10:00 - 14:00
Hallo-wing is Denton Enterprise Airport’s signature family event! Experience our unique twist on a trunk-or-treat where kids and adults alike can get up close with a variety of aircraft and chat with real pilots and aviation experts.
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Don your best costumes and immerse yourself in the Halloween spirit with treats and fun activities. Don’t miss this opportunity to indulge your aviation curiosity this Halloween!
Website info: https://www.dentonhalloween.com/event-details/hallo-wing-trunk-or-treat

Museum Without Walls at Science STEM Night
2024-10-10 17:30 - 19:30
Join us at Rivera Elementary for their Science STEM Night! From 5:30-7:30pm we will have snap circuits and a short lesson.
Museum Without Walls is designed to provide educational and museum-quality experiences to children and families who may not otherwise be able to visit our location. Experiences can be through onsite fieldtrips or in-person out in our community.

Our Grand Reopening
2024-10-09 12:00 - 13:30
Museum Tour and Complementary Lunch from In-N-Out Burger. Don’t miss out on exciting raffle draws, door prizes and silent auction that could make your visit even more memorable. We are thrilled to share the partnership between Denton County Friends of the Family and Explorium Denton Children’s Museum. Together we are creating a brighter future for our community!
Time: 12:00-1:30 PM
The museum will be opening late at 12pm to allow us to set up for the celebration. We will then be closed again from 1:30-3pm to allow time for cleanup, after that we will be open for reguolar admission from 3-5pm.
Follow this link to RSVP to receive your free In-N-Out! Make sure to RSVP separately for each person.

Delayed Opening
2024-10-09
In preparation of our Grand Reopening, we will open at noon. Please make sure to RSVP for our event for free admission and lunch.
We will also be closed 1:30-3 pm to reset and clean our space before opening for regular operations from 3-5 p.m.

Musuem Without Walls at Denton Arts & Jazz Festival
2024-10-06 11:00 - 17:00
🌟 Join Us at the Denton Arts and Jazz Festival! 🎶
We will be in the Children’s Art Tent, ready to inspire creativity! Bring your little ones to explore the magic of combining art and music.
🎨 What to Expect:
Hands-on art activities
Opportunities to learn and engage as you turn your creations into musical masterpieces
A fun, interactive environment for all ages
Don’t miss out on a day filled with creativity and joy! We can’t wait to see you there! ✨
Website Info: Denton Arts & Jazz Fest – Jazz in North Texas (dentonjazzfest.com)
Museum Without Walls is designed to provide educational and museum-quality experiences to children and families who may not otherwise be able to visit our location. Experiences can be through onsite fieldtrips or in-person out in our community.

Museum Without Walls at Denton Arts & Jazz Festival
2024-10-05 10:00 - 18:00

Our World: Worldwide Day of Play!
2024-09-28 10:00 - 12:00
Explorium is happy to announce our participation in Our World: Worldwide Day of Play on September 28, 2024. As a day dedicated to experiencing joyful learning through play, this global event focuses on getting children and their families active! So, let’s unplug and discover all things STEM during the World Guide Day of Play! Activities will take place in our Make and think Area. Activities are included in the cost of admission.
10:15 Story Time
10-12 Stations:
Melting Crayon Art, Straw building, Build a Chain Reaction.

A-lotl Fun 6th Anniversary Party
2024-09-21 17:30 - 19:30
Come celebrate our 6th anniversary axolotl style! We will have a-lotl fun games and crafts for kids of all ages to explore! And what is a birthday party without a sweet treat? We will have plenty of fun snacks and treats for you to enjoy.
Included with daily admission. Members free.

We will be closed.
2024-09-02 | Explorium Denton Children’s Museum, 5800 I-35 North Suite #214, Denton, TX, 76207, United States
We are closed for renovations.

Money mindfulness for Kids
2024-08-23 10:00 - 11:00
Join us for a story time about financial literacy and a matching STEM challenge. Hosted by First Guaranty Bank.
Date and Time: August 23rd from 10am-11am
Included with daily admission. Free for members.

Summer Play Pass Last Day
2024-08-02
This summer was a blast!! Wishing the fun would never end? Consider upgrading your Summer Play Pass to a yearly membership! August 2nd is the last day to use your summer pass, upgrade now to keep the fun going!! Click Here to Upgrade just use the promo code in your confirmation email to upgrade it on the form!

Workshop Wednesday
2024-07-31 15:00 - 16:00, 2024-07-24 03:00 - 16:00, 2024-07-10 15:00 - 16:00, 2024-07-03 15:00 - 16:00
Experience the thrill of Workshop Wednesdays at the Museum!
Discover a world of creativity and laughter as you design, build, and play your way through exciting activities and challenges. From crafts to games, every moment is a chance to unleash your imagination and have fun! Join us and let the adventure begin!

Included with regular admission.

Sunrise Property Group 3rd Annual Bike Giveaway
2024-07-27 08:00 - 11:00
Sunrise Property Group is hosting their 3rd annual bike giveaway at Explorium this year! Those who receive a free bike will also receive a buddy pass for 1 adult and 1 child to play in the museum when the bike is picked up. We will have Kona Ice present during the event for purchase. A percentage of their sale will be donated to Explorium Denton.
To nominate a kid who you know would benefit from this giveaway use this link

Food Science Camp
2024-07-22 09:00 - 2024-07-26 12:00
Camp Description: Get ready for a tasty and educational adventure at our Food Science Camp designed especially for young explorers! Join us for a week of hands-on experiments, delicious discoveries, and lots of fun as we dive into the science behind the foods we love.
Non-member price: $135 Member Price: $130
Date: July 22nd-26th
Time: 9am-12pm
Ages: 5-12

Workshop Wednesdays
2024-07-17 15:00 - 16:00

Mythbusters STEAM Camp
2024-07-08 09:00 - 2024-07-12 12:00
Camp Description: The Mythbusters mix scientific method, gleeful curiosity and plain old-fashioned ingenuity to create their own signature style of explosive experimentation. Using simple instructions and easy to find materials, you too can discover with us! We will focus on hands-on activities related to myths explored in Mythbusters: The Explosive Exhibition, track our findings and bust myths along the way!
Non-member price: $130 Member Price: $125
Ages: 1st grade-5th grade
DATE: Monday July 8- 12th
TIME: 9 am- 12 pm

Dino Camp (July)
2024-07-01 09:00 - 2024-07-02 12:00
Camp Description: Join Dino Bo for a fun filled summer camp hosted by the Explorium. Over the course of 2 days your kids will take on the role of junior paleontologists! Together we will learn how dinosaurs ate, hunted, and lived. Our Junior Paleontologists will also learn how to excavate and will search for and bring home real fossils! If these dates do not work for your family, there is a second round of Dino Camp offered in July!
Price: Non-member price: $85 Member Price: $80
Ages: 1st grade-5th grade (ages 6-12)
2nd Session DATE: July 1 & 2
TIME: 9 am- 12 pm
Click Here to Register

Wednesday Workshop
2024-06-26 15:00 - 16:00
