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    Thinkery

    Where joyful learning happens

    Thinkery for the Summer

    All The Ways to Play.

    August 18 – 20, 11:30 AM – 1 PM

    Arctic Animal Survival

    Test the insulating powers of “blubber” and explore how arctic animals stay warm in freezing temperatures

    Brave The Cold

    August 25 – 27, 11:30 AM – 1 PM 

    Animal Adaptation Games

    Become an adaptation expert by sorting amazing animal traits into physical and behavioral adaptations, then imagine a super adaptation of your own

    Game On

    August 25, 3 PM – 6 PM 

    Family Night: Pride Celebration 

    Come celebrate Austin Pride during Thinkery’s monthly Family Night Hours with special community partners.

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    September 7, 10 AM – 5 PM

    Thinkery Carnival

    Step Right Up for a Day of Play! Thinkery is transforming into a playful carnival packed with a petting zoo, face painting, circus performances, and classic carnival games designed to spark curiosity and imagination.

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    FRIDAYs & SATURDAYs, 8 – 10 AM

    Baby Bloomers: Splash into Summer

    Start your morning with playful learning just for little ones! Baby Bloomers offers exclusive early museum access for families with children ages 0–3.

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    july 6, 8 – 10 AM

    Member Morning

    Member-only Preview of the new Spark Shop  
    Members will get an exclusive sneak peek at our newly revamped LEGO® and DUPLO® building space in Spark Shop, along with a first look at special activations ahead of World Play Day. 

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    May 3, 8 – 10 AM

    Member and Donor Appreciation Morning

    Members and donors are invited to a special appreciation morning. Enjoy early museum access, light breakfast, special hands-on STEAM activities, and time to connect with our team as we celebrate your support.

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    June 24 & 25, 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM

    Design Challenge: Can It Fly?

    Design, build, and test your own flying creations in a mini wind tunnel while exploring lift, motion, and aerodynamics through hands-on experimentation and tinkering. (Part of General Admission)

    Fly High

    June 28, 10 AM  –  5  PM

    Dino Day at Thinkery 

    Whether your child knows every dinosaur by name or just loves to roar, Dino Day at Thinkery will be filled with prehistoric fun.

    Rawr!

    July 26,  10 AM  –  5  PM

    Superhero Day at Thinkery 

    Every hero has an origin story – maybe yours starts at Thinkery!Join us for a super-powered day of hands-on fun as children create their own superhero identity.

    Power Up

    June 17 & 18, 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM

    Kitchen Tool Petting Zoo

    Squish, scoop, roll, and stamp with play-dough. You will be using real kitchen tools while discovering creative new ways everyday objects can inspire playful learning. (Part of General Admission)

    Cooking up Fun

    Tuesdays – Thursdays, 11 AM – 3 PM

    Design Your Dream Habitat

    Sketch a blueprint, build a model, and discover how designers use imagination, planning, and play to bring ideas to life.  (Part of General Admission)

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    June 1 – August 14

    Thinkery Camp

    Looking for even more hands-on adventure? Thinkery Camps invite curious campers to build, create, experiment, and grow their confidence through joyful STEAM learning. 

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    August 4 – 6, 11:30 AM – 1 PM  

    Animal Hide & Seek 

    Search for camouflaged creatures and discover how colors, patterns, and camouflage help animals stay safe in the wild

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    June 8, 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM

    Block Printing 

    Turn bricks into tools for artmaking during this colorful printmaking experience. You can arrange pieces into patterns and designs before stamping vibrant prints to create one-of-a-kind artwork to take home. (Part of General Admission)

    Piece It Together

    June 3 & 4, 11:30 AM –12:30 Pm

    Spin Art

    Turn motion into art as you use salad spinners to create colorful spinning masterpieces while exploring force, rotation, and movement through hands-on play. (Part of General Admission)

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    Host Your Event at Thinkery

    From birthday parties, to corporate events, to weddings, explore our different options and choose what best suits your special occasion!

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