Explorium

Members Only Event
2020-06-30 10:00 - 12:00 UTC
We will be open from 10 AM to 12 PM for our members only, 30 people maximum in one hour slots. Please register to reserve your slot. https://www.signupgenius.com/go/409044AA9AF23A7F85-june6
We promote personal steps to reduce the spread of germs.

We will require all visitors to wash their hands and have their temp taken upon entry. We know that washing your hands regularly and properly is the number one way you can prevent the spread of germs or flu. Therefore, we have signs in all bathrooms reminding our visitors and staff of proper hand-washing procedures, and we provide alcohol-based hand sanitizers at locations throughout the Museum.
In our make and think area we will have single use materials and tools labeled in containers to prevent multiple people using the same items.
Our baby area will be temporarily closed and we ask that you help us keep items from being mouthed. We will have multiple containers labeled “needs to be sanitized.”
Staff will be wearing masks. We encourage parents and children to wear masks but it will not be mandatory.
The water fountain will be closed off please bring your own water bottle.
And, as always, we remind all visitors and staff that the best way to prevent the spread of any virus is to stay home if they are feeling unwell. We reserve the right to ask anyone to please visit when they are feeling better.

Our team will be constantly cleaning and sanitizing while members play. Additionally, we will thoroughly clean and sanitize our Museum before, during and after your visit.
Any questions please email Dinora@exploriumdenton.

This is an evolving situation and the museum may alter its plan of action moving forward.

Members Only Event
2020-06-25 14:00 - 16:00 | Explorium Denton Children’s Museum, 5800 I-35 North Suite #214, Denton, TX, 76207, United States
We will be open from 2 pm to 4 pm for our members only, 30 people maximum. Please register to secure your time. https://www.signupgenius.com/go/409044aa9af23a7f85-june
We promote personal steps to reduce the spread of germs.

We will require all visitors to wash their hands and have their temp taken upon entry. We know that washing your hands regularly and properly is the number one way you can prevent the spread of germs or flu. Therefore, we have signs in all bathrooms reminding our visitors and staff of proper hand-washing procedures, and we provide alcohol-based hand sanitizers at locations throughout the Museum.
In our make and think area we will have single use materials and tools labeled in containers to prevent multiple people using the same items.
Our baby area will be temporarily closed and we ask that you help us keep items from being mouthed. We will have multiple containers labeled “needs to be sanitized.”
Staff will be wearing masks. We encourage parents and children to wear masks but it will not be mandatory.
The water fountain will be closed off please bring your own water bottle.
And, as always, we remind all visitors and staff that the best way to prevent the spread of any virus is to stay home if they are feeling unwell. We reserve the right to ask anyone to please visit when they are feeling better.

Our team will be constantly cleaning and sanitizing while members play. Additionally, we will thoroughly clean and sanitize our Museum before and after your visit
Any questions please email Dinora@exploriumdenton.

This is an evolving situation and the museum may alter its plan of action moving forward.

Camp Creative
2020-06-22 09:00 - 2020-06-26 12:00
For children ages 7-12, completed grades 1-5
Participants will enjoy a variety of creative activities including drawing, painting, sewing, sculpting and jewelry making. We will only have 15 spots available.
Please bring a water bottle and a light snack. We will host our camp in our make and think area to allow for social distancing instead of our usual classroom set up. We will also only have our camp staff and campers in our museum. The museum will not be open for public play during summer camp times.
Date: June 22 – 26, 2020
Time: 9:00am – 12:00pm
Price: $75 per child
Location: Explorium – Denton Children’s Museum

Extended hours (8 am to 9 am and 12-1 pm) are available for an additional pricing, please email info@exploriumdenton.org for more information.

Dino Camp- June
2020-06-15 09:00 - 2020-06-16 12:00
For children ages 6-12, having completed K-5th grade
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! We will only have 16 spots available.
Please bring a water bottle and a light snack. We will host our camp in our make and think area to allow for social distancing instead of our usual classroom set up. We will also only have our camp staff and campers in our museum. The museum will not be open for public play during summer camp times.
Extended hours (8 am to 9 am and 12-1 pm) are available for an additional pricing, please email info@exploriumdenton.org for more information.

STEAM Camp: return to the moon
2020-06-08 09:00 - 2020-06-12 12:00
For children ages 8-12, completed grades 2-5
Participants will enjoy embarking on a journey to investigate what the moon is like, how scientist and astronauts explore space, and many other activities.
Please bring a water bottle and a light snack. We will host our camp in our make and think area to allow for social distancing instead of our usual classroom set up. We will also only have our camp staff and campers in our museum. The museum will not be open for public play during summer camp times.
Date: June 8 – 12, 2020
Time: 9:00am – 12:00pm
Price: $125 per child
Location: Explorium – Denton Children’s Museum
Extended hours (8 am to 9 am and 12 pm -1 pm) are available for an additional pricing, please email info@exploriumdenton.org for more information.

Flower My Yard
2020-05-07 - 2020-05-10
Spring showers bring May flowers! Help us fundraiser while surprising a family member, a neighbor, or a friend with a cute surprise.
We will flower their home in the City of Denton (Outside of the city has a additional delivery fee) and bring a smile to their faces. We deliver and set up the gift at the choose address on the date chosen. You can also choose to do curbside pick up. You pick the kit, on an available date and time! Keep all decorations and goodies to set up on your own. Last day to order will be 5/8/20 at 11:59 P.M. or until all 36 “flower my Yard” kits have been sold, which ever comes first.
Delivery Times:
5/7/20 2:00 P.M.- 6:00 P.M.
5/8/20 2:00 P.M.- 6:00 P.M.
5/9/20 10:00 A.M.- 2:00 P.M.
5/10/20 10:00 A.M.- 2:00 P.M.
Pick up Times:
5/7/20 11:00 A.M.- 1:30 P.M.
5/8/20 11:00 A.M.- 1:30 P.M.
5/9/20 8:00 A.M.- 9:30 A.M.
5/10/20 8:00 A.M.- 9:30 A.M.

Price $30

Six-pack of annual flowers
Two color your own flower pots for mom left on the doorstep
Six flower pinwheel yard decorations

Click on link to order: https://secure.lglforms.com/form_e…/s/8Xtg5fDn8xWeRdyO2geArw
*Purchase required,add ons are optional.

Additional add ons
Cookie decorating kit: Price $14
includes 4 cookies, 2 oz sprinkles, and 3 icing colors.
Mystery bag Art Kit Price $8
We will provide all the materials for 2 of the 3 activities. You provide the artistic skills.

6th Annual Touch a Truck Event- Cancelled
2020-03-28 10:00 - 13:00 | CH Collins Stadium Parking Lot, 1500 Long Rd., Denton, TX, 76209, United States
Unfortunately we are canceling Touch a Truck. We hope to reschedule for a future date. With the virus situation, and with City edicts on large events, plus vehicles backing out of the event we have no choice.
If you feel led, please consider making a donation to Explorium to help us keep the lease and our employees engaged so we can pick up where we left off once we reopen. This is a difficult time for small businesses and non profits and we appreciate your engagement.
https://exploriumdenton.org/give/

Members Only Event- CANCELLED
2020-03-16 10:00 - 12:00 | Explorium Denton Children’s Museum, 5800 I-35 North Suite #214, Denton, TX, 76207, United States
This event has been cancelled

We will be open on Monday 3/16 from 10 am to 12 pm for our members only.

Museum Closure
2020-03-14 08:00 - 2020-05-31 17:00
Dear friends of Explorium:
We want you to know that the health and safety of the extended Explorium community is our top priority.
Although there are no confirmed cases of COVID-19 (coronavirus) in Denton County, in an abundance of caution, Explorium is following the lead of Denton ISD, along with most neighboring school districts. Beginning Saturday, March 14 until at least Thursday, April 30, Explorium will be closed.
All parties scheduled for March and April will go on as scheduled as private events; our Director of Operations has already contacted those involved. Field trips are suspended.
We will continue to monitor and evaluate the situation prior to reopening and will communicate across all platforms as updates become available.
Please know that we continue to monitor the COVID-19 situation and participate in daily calls with local, state and federal officials. We will provide updates as more information becomes available.
“These interventions help the community minimize the speed and scale of COVID – 19 outbreak at the local level in Denton County,” said Andy Eads, Denton County Judge.
In the meantime, please remain ever vigilant regarding your health and the safety and health of your family. Know that we will continue to support one another during this challenging time for our community and will provide regular updates as more information becomes available.

Family Yoga with Alana!
2020-02-29 13:00 - 13:30 | Explorium Denton Children’s Museum, 5800 I-35 North Suite #214, Denton, TX, 76207, United States
We are pleased to present yoga for parents with kids! This class will take place inside our museum. Please bring your own mat. Standard admission price applies.

PC: printingkaos.com

A Celebration of Love & Art
2020-02-14 19:00 - 21:00 | Patterson-Appleton Arts Center, 400 East Hickory, Denton, TX, United States
Greater Denton Arts Council, Patterson Appleton Arts Center together with Explorium Invites you to A Celebration of Love & Art at the Patterson-Appleton Arts Center.
The Patterson-Appleton Arts Center, home of the Greater Denton Arts Council, together with Explorium Denton is excited to be hosting an exclusive Valentine’s evening event. Take a self-guided stroll through the international exhibit; Materials Hard and Soft, the couples exhibit; Pas De Deux, and the photography exhibit of Robert Hold. Enjoy a glass of wine or beer, while sampling appetizers, dinner, and desserts by Jasper’s Catering. Dance to the live band The Fingerprints and leave with a gift at the end of the night! If you have children over four, Explorium will feed and entertain them at a Valentine’s camp exclusively for the patrons of this event. Drop off at Explorium and galleries at the PAAC open at 6:30pm. The Patterson-Appleton will close at 9:00pm and children at Explorium need to be picked up by 9:30pm. Individual tickets at $75.00 for the evening and include two drink tickets, appetizers, dinner, dessert, dancing, photo, and a take home gift. A pair of tickets is $150, and ticket for a couple with up to three kids to include the Explorium camp is $200.
Dancing to Live Music by The Fingerprints
Appetizers, Buffet and Desserts by Jasper’s
Valentine’s Camp for Kids (4 and up) at Explorium while parents enjoy the PAAC
Tickets:
$200 per couple with up to 3 kids – that’s dinner and entertainment for 5!
$150 per couple
$75 single ticket
2 drink tickets per adult
Purchase Tickets Here

Valentine Camp
2020-02-14 18:30 - 21:00 | Explorium Denton Children’s Museum, 5800 I-35 North Suite #214, Denton, TX, 76207, United States
This drop-and-play event will free you up to enjoy a night out with your sweetheart. Admission is just $15 per child (ax 4 children per family) and includes pizza and lots of crafts and fun. Must be at least age 4 and potty trained. Drop off as early at 6:30 and pick up no later than 9:00.
To register visit: https://secure.lglforms.com/form_engine/s/6NAr7K-gKRvcI6On4YSMzA?t=1581209606

The Science of Sound
2020-02-08 14:00 - 15:30 | Explorium Denton Children’s Museum, 5800 I-35 North Suite #214, Denton, TX, 76207, United States
Dull Roar, the TAMS music group, will be presenting an interesting program on the science of sound! There is no additional cost for this program; standard admission/membership applies.

MLK Day Sewing Challenge Camp 2020
2020-01-20 12:30 - 15:00 | Explorium Denton Children’s Museum, 5800 I-35 North Suite #214, Denton, TX, 76207, United States
Kids in grades 3rd-5th are invited to come enjoy some fun at Explorium on MLK Day!
12:30-3:00pm –SEWING CHALLENGE: Also available is an afternoon of couple of sewing challenges! Make a pillow case, a satchel and other small projects of your choice!
There will be a lunch and play break in between for children who choose to participate in both camps and bring a sack lunch.
*Please complete a separate form for each child.
*$30-Non-member child; $25 – Member child
https://secure.lglforms.com/form_engine/s/vgJvZHa6_-Z7EhfnvMcTpA

MLK Day Robot Rampage Camp!
2020-01-20 08:30 - 11:30 | Explorium Denton Children’s Museum, 5800 I-35 North Suite #214, Denton, TX, 76207, United States
Kids in grades 3rd-5th are invited to come enjoy some fun at Explorium on MLK Day!
ROBOT RAMPAGE: 3rd – 5th graders can enjoy a morning interacting with different robots like Dash, Sphero and Cubelets. Children will also practice coding and build a talking junk-bot!
*Register using the link below. Please complete a new form for each child.
*$40-Non-member child; $35 – Member child
https://secure.lglforms.com/form_engine/s/vgJvZHa6_-Z7EhfnvMcTpA

Winter Pajama Sewing Party
2020-01-03 10:00 - 12:00 | Explorium Denton Children’s Museum, 5800 I-35 North Suite #214, Denton, TX, 76207, United States
January 3rd in the Explorium Classroom!
10am-12pm
Parents and children work together on real sewing machines to create a pair of children’s pajama pants just in time for the January snow storm! (Well, we can dream, right?!) Supplies for 1 pair of pants and entry to the museum for 1 adult and 1 child included! For children 8 and up.
$16/member child
$20/non-member child
Click here to register.

Holiday Woodburning Class
2019-12-20 10:00 - 11:30 | Explorium Denton Children’s Museum, 5800 I-35 North Suite #214, Denton, TX, 76207, United States
Come learn how to work a REAL wood burning tool! Parents and children work together to design 2 tree ornaments and a small wooden sign. Ideal for ages 10 and up. Includes entry for 1 adult and 1 child.
*10-11:30am
*15 Non-members/ $10 Members

Winter Kids' Craft Fair 2019
2019-12-01 13:00 - 17:00 | Explorium Denton Children’s Museum, 5800 I-35 North Suite #214, Denton, TX, 76207, United States
Know any kids who love to make things?!! We are hosting a craft fair in conjunction with the Greater Denton Arts Council for kids to create and sell items! Instead of getting dragged to the craft fair, kids are the ones presenting in this show! This will be a great opportunity for kids to show off their work, learn about running a business and do some Christmas shopping! Click on the link below to sign your child up as a vendor!
Creative Categories that will be included:
Fine Art pieces (paintings, drawings, prints)
3-D Art (Clay, Ceramics, etc)
Handmade Toys (Dolls, Stuffed animals, Marshmallow shooters, Robot figurines, etc.)
Jewelry/Accessories
Hand-painted Signs/Home Decor
Christmas Ornaments/Decor
Gifts for Kids
Gifts for Adults
*Normal $5 entry for attendees the day of the event.
**Kid vendors will receive 2 wristbands for free entry the day of the event.

2nd Annual Coffee Crawl
2019-11-30 08:00 - 11:00
Join us for the 2nd Annual Coffee Crawl, sponsored by the City of Denton and benefiting Explorium! We have six shops participating this year. Visit all six shops then redeem your passport for a commemorative mug! This event takes place all over town, then culminates at Explorium.
Grab a friend and prepare for coffee greatness!
Click here for tickets.

Professor Brainius
2019-11-16 14:00 - 15:00
Professor Brainius is back! The Professor Brainius Show live show is a high energy, family-friendly, interactive Edu-Tainment experience. It’s built on a foundation of Physics and Chemistry along with additional elements of music, comedy and valuable life lessons! For more information visit professorbrainius.com
Standard admission/membership applies.
PC: Scott Logan

Extended hours
2019-11-15 17:00 - 18:00
Stay late Friday, November 15, as we will stay open an extra hour (closing at 6pm)! Standard admission/membership applies.

TAMS Chemistry Program
2019-11-09 14:00 - 15:00
Join us for a fun interactive science demonstration by the TAMS Junior Engineering and Technical Society! The Texas Academy of Math and Science is the nation’s premier early college entrance residential program for gifted high school students. You will observe these students practicing some fun chemistry and physics principles.
Standard admission/membership applies.

Spooky Museum
2019-10-25 17:30 - 19:30
Bring the family in costume (optional) for spooky science activities like puking pumpkins, creepy crawly crafts, spooky slime, and of course the haunted chicken coop!
Standard admission/membership applies.

TAMS Chemistry Program
2019-10-19 14:00 - 15:00 | Explorium Denton Children’s Museum, 5800 I-35 North Suite #214, Denton, TX, 76207, United States
Join us for a fun interactive science demonstration by the Research Organization at TAMS! The Texas Academy of Math and Science is the nation’s premier early college entrance residential program for gifted high school students. You will observe these students practicing some fun chemistry and physics principles.
Standard admission/membership applies.

Dino Bo
2019-10-12 14:00 - 16:00
Dino Bo is back with the latest and greatest dino information! This interactive presentation is suitable for children ages 3 and up.

Standard admission/membership applies.

Explorium's #CardboardChallenge 2019
2019-10-05 10:00 - 17:00
Standard admission and membership applies!

Cathy's Critters
2019-09-07 14:00 - 15:30
Cathy’s Critters is bringing all things soft and cuddly to Explorium on Saturday, September 7 from 2-3:30pm! Think piglets and bunnies! Standard admission/membership applies.
PC: https://www.thebigsheep.co.uk

Bookfair Fundraiser at Barnes & Noble
2019-08-17 09:00 - 22:00 | Barnes and Noble, 2201 I-35 East South Space N01B, Denton, TX, 76205, United States
Shop in person or online at www.bn.com using Bookfair ID: 12544094! Explorium receives a percentage of sales from your purchase.

Parent-child Yoga with Alana!
2019-07-31 09:30 - 10:00 | Explorium Denton Children’s Museum, 5800 I-35 North Suite #214, Denton, TX, 76207, United States
We are pleased to present yoga for parents with kids each Wednesday morning in July! This class will take place in the green space at the end of our walkway. Bring your little one for some stretching, meditation, and fresh air, then come play at the museum. Bring your own mats as well. Participants will receive $1 off admission!

PC: printingkaos.com

Lunar Landing Anniversary Party!
2019-07-20 20:00 - 2019-07-21 00:00 | Explorium Denton Children’s Museum, 5800 I-35 North Suite #214, Denton, TX, 76207, United States
Come celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Apollo 11 lunar landing with us! Come swing dance to live music from The Mary Boppins band and enjoy a swing lesson from the Denton Swing Society. Enjoy some child-free play at the museum, and enjoy light appetizers and a drink ticket with each entry. This is an ADULTS ONLY event.
Tickets are $20/person or $35/couple or $25/person at the door
*More info to come!
