Tag: family
Santa’s New Ride!
Santa’s reindeers are tired and he needs to figure out a new way to get around the city before Christmas Eve! In this program, children will...
Manhattan Skyline: Transformation Over Time
How has the Manhattan skyline changed over time? In the year 2000, the Twin Towers and the Empire State Building crowned the downtown and midtown...
Meet the Authors – Four Wheels and a Board: The Smithsonian History of Skateboarding
Skateboarding isn’t just a recreational activity, but a professional sport, lifestyle, art form, and cultural phenomenon. The striking book Four...
Architecture Animals
Animals are skillful architects—from beehives to birds’ nests, animals create spaces best fit for their needs. But now, they’re moving into the...
Strong Structures: How Do Buildings Get So Tall?
How do supertall structures stand up to wind, rain, and even earthquakes? They’re also super strong! Architects spend years designing buildings...
Crew and Cargo
Looking for a unique family experience while schools are closed for Veterans Day? Bring your family and friends on board the 1885 tall ship Wavertree...
Campfire Stories and Songs
Cozy up to a campfire for stories and singalongs with family and friends featuring award winning children’s performer Suzi Shelton. Munch on a...
Spooky Castle Yoga
It’s almost Halloween! Let’s wear our favorite costumes and meet at our gallery to learn about the different parts of a castle. Then, we’ll...
Next Stop, New York City!
How do you get around your neighborhood? Together we’ll explore forms of transportation and New York City’s subway system through a read-aloud of...
China Institute Fall Family Festival
Commemorate the mid-autumn fall harvest with wishes for prosperity and time spent with family. Mid-autumn is one of the most important festivals in...
