Kids and Family Programs
There are so many new things to do at the Washington Pavilion this month! Join us for a variety of fun activities and demonstrations throughout our museums. The daily programs offer guests an opportunity to further engage and interact with art and science in a variety of new and different ways.
Things to do in August
Theme: Opposites
August 2 | Tinker, Build, Create | Domino Chain Reactions
August 3 | Crafternoon | Opposite Collage
August 9 | Tinker, Build, Create | Sink and Float
August 10 | Crafternoon | Positive and Negative Space
August 16 | Tinker, Build, Create | Spin Art
August 17 | Crafternoon | Night and Day Cityscapes
August 23 | Tinker, Build, Create | Ramps & Cars
August 24 | Crafternoon | Paper Weaving
August 30 | Tinker, Build, Create | Catapult
August 31 | Crafternoon | Marc Chagall Inspired Windows
Visual Arts Center Gallery Activities
The People of West River: Photography by Greg Latza | Gallery 301 | Conversation Starter
Symphōnía | Jerstad Gallery | Conversation Starter
Digital Daydreams | Egger Gallery | Conversation Starter
The Journey: Artwork by David Sieh | Schultz Gallery | Conversation Starter and Art Through The Senses
A Lasting Impression | University Gallery | Conversation Starter
South Dakota Governor’s 11th Biennial Art Exhibition | Everist Gallery | Conversation Starter
Lore: Artwork by Cameron Stalheim | Contemporary Gallery | Conversation Starter
Daily Activities
Science on Wheels
These traveling carts allow you to experience science up-close, in a hands-on setting and led by our trained staff. Look for Science on Wheels throughout the museum during your visit.
Tech Tuesday
Come explore what happens when creativity and technology collide! A different activity is available often, facilitated by our Education staff. Select Tuesdays from 2:30-4 p.m. in the Jack’s Imagination Lab.
Crafternoon
Sunday afternoons are a great time to get crafty and try something new! A different, self-guided craft project is available each week. Share your completed project on social media with the hashtag #wpcrafternoon. Sundays from 12-4 p.m. in the Children’s Studio.
Tinker Build Create
A little bit of art, a little bit of engineering and a whole lot of fun! A different, self-guided project is available every Saturday. Share your completed project on social media with the hashtag #wptbc. Saturdays from 12-4 p.m. in the Jacks Imagination Lab
Private Lessons and Open Clay Studio
Members Enjoy Free, Year-round Museum Access
If you aren’t yet a member of the Washington Pavilion, now is the perfect time to join! Enjoy free, year-round museum access along with other amazing benefits. Visit our membership page to learn more and join today!