Events

Join MSU Extension for music and movement activities focused on healthy habits and sensory play throughout the day.

February 4, 2026 | 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM All aboard! Kids can explore and play with a train set laid out on the polka dot rug. This open-ended activity […]

MSU Extension leads music, movement, and health-focused sensory activities offered in short sessions.

Join Early On for an interactive storytime using shakers, rhythm, and movement, then take home a free book! No character appearance.

Shorty Creek Sled Dogs are coming to the museum and bringing their dogs! Meet and play, then take a sled ride!

Create stained-glass-inspired collages using Arts & Scraps materials with MSU Extension.

February 11, 2026 | 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM Mix, scoop, and explore in a Valentine-themed sensory bin! Kids can create playful “love potions” while engaging their senses and experimenting […]

Continue creating colorful stained glass collages with MSU Extension using recycled materials.

February 13, 2026 | 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM Join Odyssey House for a special craft night where kids can create adorable Love Bug pom-pom creations. This fun, take-home activity is perfect for celebrating creativity and Valentine’s cheer. These activities are supported in part by an award from the Michigan Arts and Cultural Council and […]

Make bird feeders and learn about caring for wildlife with MSU Extension.

Bird Feeding Game February 18, 2026 | 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM Test coordination and problem-solving skills in this playful bird-feeding activity. Using magnetic birds and worms, kids can practice “feeding” their feathered friends through hands-on play. These activities are supported in part by an award from the Michigan Arts and Cultural Council and the […]

Create a bird-in-a-nest craft while learning about birds and habitats with MSU Extension.

February 21, 2026 | 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM Experience live birds of prey at the museum! Guests can learn about these incredible animals, their habitats, and their role in the ecosystem during this exciting educational visit. These activities are supported in part by an award from the Michigan Arts and Cultural Council and the […]

February 22, 2026 | 12:00 PM to 3:30 PMCelebrate Lunar New Year with an afternoon full of hands on activities and festive fun. Children can make wishes for the year ahead, create and shape dumplings using playdough, explore a themed sensory bin, and enjoy a special mini horse visit. Families can also join in a […]

Create imaginative projects using recycled materials provided by Arts & Scraps with MSU Extension.

February 27, 2026 | 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM Practice early literacy through sensory play! Guests can trace letters or write their name in sand using their fingers, blending tactile exploration with learning. These activities are supported in part by an award from the Michigan Arts and Cultural Council and the National Endowment for the […]