Hands On Children’s Museum
Spring Break: Frogs & Fairies
Hands On Children's Museum 414 Jefferson St. NE, Olympia, WA, United StatesLeap into Spring Break with a sprinkle of fairy dust and a splash of froggy fun March 22–April 19! Step into the magical world of Frog Hollow, where enchantment awaits at every turn. Craft dazzling fairy wings, fold frogigami, build fairy homes, meet the Bayou Princess & Tinker Fairy from Emerald Kingdom Parties, and enjoy even more surprises! […]
Spring Break: Frogs & Fairies
Hands On Children's Museum 414 Jefferson St. NE, Olympia, WA, United StatesLeap into Spring Break with a sprinkle of fairy dust and a splash of froggy fun March 22–April 19! Step into the magical world of Frog Hollow, where enchantment awaits at every turn. Craft dazzling fairy wings, fold frogigami, build fairy homes, meet the Bayou Princess & Tinker Fairy from Emerald Kingdom Parties, and enjoy even more surprises! […]
Spring Break: Frogs & Fairies
Hands On Children's Museum 414 Jefferson St. NE, Olympia, WA, United StatesLeap into Spring Break with a sprinkle of fairy dust and a splash of froggy fun March 22–April 19! Step into the magical world of Frog Hollow, where enchantment awaits at every turn. Craft dazzling fairy wings, fold frogigami, build fairy homes, meet the Bayou Princess & Tinker Fairy from Emerald Kingdom Parties, and enjoy even more surprises! […]
Spring Break: Frogs & Fairies
Hands On Children's Museum 414 Jefferson St. NE, Olympia, WA, United StatesLeap into Spring Break with a sprinkle of fairy dust and a splash of froggy fun March 22–April 19! Step into the magical world of Frog Hollow, where enchantment awaits at every turn. Craft dazzling fairy wings, fold frogigami, build fairy homes, meet the Bayou Princess & Tinker Fairy from Emerald Kingdom Parties, and enjoy even more surprises! […]
Spring Break: Frogs & Fairies
Hands On Children's Museum 414 Jefferson St. NE, Olympia, WA, United StatesLeap into Spring Break with a sprinkle of fairy dust and a splash of froggy fun March 22–April 19! Step into the magical world of Frog Hollow, where enchantment awaits at every turn. Craft dazzling fairy wings, fold frogigami, build fairy homes, meet the Bayou Princess & Tinker Fairy from Emerald Kingdom Parties, and enjoy even more surprises! […]
Spring Break: Frogs & Fairies
Hands On Children's Museum 414 Jefferson St. NE, Olympia, WA, United StatesLeap into Spring Break with a sprinkle of fairy dust and a splash of froggy fun March 22–April 19! Step into the magical world of Frog Hollow, where enchantment awaits at every turn. Craft dazzling fairy wings, fold frogigami, build fairy homes, meet the Bayou Princess & Tinker Fairy from Emerald Kingdom Parties, and enjoy even more surprises! […]
Spring Break: Frogs & Fairies
Hands On Children's Museum 414 Jefferson St. NE, Olympia, WA, United StatesLeap into Spring Break with a sprinkle of fairy dust and a splash of froggy fun March 22–April 19! Step into the magical world of Frog Hollow, where enchantment awaits at every turn. Craft dazzling fairy wings, fold frogigami, build fairy homes, meet the Bayou Princess & Tinker Fairy from Emerald Kingdom Parties, and enjoy even more surprises! […]
Native American Tea with Laura Bowman (Cowlitz)
Hands On Children's Museum 414 Jefferson St. NE, Olympia, WA, United StatesLearn about Native plants with Laura Bowman (Cowlitz), hear the story of Blossom, taste a tea, and take home a custom blend to brew. Free with admission or membership. Native Guest Series Presented by Nisqually Indian Tribe
Native American Tea with Laura Bowman (Cowlitz)
Hands On Children's Museum 414 Jefferson St. NE, Olympia, WA, United StatesLearn about Native plants with Laura Bowman (Cowlitz), hear the story of Blossom, taste a tea, and take home a custom blend to brew. Free with admission or membership. Native Guest Series Presented by Nisqually Indian Tribe
$1 Children’s Museum Admission
Hands On Children's Museum 414 Jefferson St. NE, Olympia, WA, United StatesJuly 11th from 4-8 PM, explore all the exciting exhibits at Hands On Children's Museum for just $1 per person! - Native Storytelling with Itsa Shash (3:00, 4:30 & 6:00 p.m.) - Water Safety with South Sound YMCA (5–7 p.m.) - Book Giveaway with South Sound Reading Foundation (5–7 p.m.) - Adventure Maps with Timberland […]
Fire Rescue Spectacular
Hands On Children's Museum 414 Jefferson St. NE, Olympia, WA, United StatesGet ready for a day full of excitement at the Fire Rescue Spectacular! This FREE street fair is bursting with hands-on fun and heroic adventures for kids to explore: • Climb aboard emergency vehicles • Meet Sparky the Fire Dog • Check out vintage fire trucks • Cool off at the spray gallery • Tackle […]
Tanabata Wishes with Chiyo Sanada
Hands On Children's Museum 414 Jefferson St. NE, Olympia, WA, United StatesCelebrate Tanabata with Chiyo Sanada! Write your wishes on colorful paper using traditional calligraphy, then hang them up as part of the Japanese festival of stars. As an artist, Chiyo’s passion has always been Japanese Calligraphy (Shodo). Shodo is essentially an art of movement, using ink, brush, and paper to express thoughts and emotions in characters. […]
Tanabata Wishes with Chiyo Sanada
Hands On Children's Museum 414 Jefferson St. NE, Olympia, WA, United StatesCelebrate Tanabata with Chiyo Sanada! Write your wishes on colorful paper using traditional calligraphy, then hang them up as part of the Japanese festival of stars. As an artist, Chiyo’s passion has always been Japanese Calligraphy (Shodo). Shodo is essentially an art of movement, using ink, brush, and paper to express thoughts and emotions in characters. […]
Huey Helicopter
Hands On Children's Museum 414 Jefferson St. NE, Olympia, WA, United StatesSee a real Huey Helicopter from the Olympic Flight Museum and sit in the Pilot’s seat! Presented by Small to Tall Pediatric Dentistry Supported by Olympic Flight Museum Free with admission or membership.
Beading with Florence Sigo
Hands On Children's Museum 414 Jefferson St. NE, Olympia, WA, United StatesFlorence Sigo, proud member of the Squaxin Island Tribe and the SteChess Family, has found her heart in beadwork and storytelling. Join Flo for a hands-on beading adventure filled with creativity and culture as she shares traditional stories and guides kids in crafting their own meaningful designs. Native Guest Series Presented by Nisqually Indian Tribe
Huey Helicopter
Hands On Children's Museum 414 Jefferson St. NE, Olympia, WA, United StatesSee a real Huey Helicopter from the Olympic Flight Museum and sit in the Pilot’s seat! Presented by Small to Tall Pediatric Dentistry Supported by Olympic Flight Museum Free with admission or membership.
Huey Helicopter
Hands On Children's Museum 414 Jefferson St. NE, Olympia, WA, United StatesSee a real Huey Helicopter from the Olympic Flight Museum and sit in the Pilot’s seat! Presented by Small to Tall Pediatric Dentistry Supported by Olympic Flight Museum Free with admission or membership.
Solar Days
Hands On Children's Museum 414 Jefferson St. NE, Olympia, WA, United StatesLearn about the power of the sun! Race solar cars, make sun prints, bake with solar ovens, and measure your shadow! Sponsored by Puget Sound Energy With support from Olympia Community Solar
Solar Days
Hands On Children's Museum 414 Jefferson St. NE, Olympia, WA, United StatesLearn about the power of the sun! Race solar cars, make sun prints, bake with solar ovens, and measure your shadow! Sponsored by Puget Sound Energy With support from Olympia Community Solar
Printmaking with Mimi Williams
Hands On Children's Museum 414 Jefferson St. NE, Olympia, WA, United StatesJoin local artist Mimi Williams and learn the art of printmaking! Mimi Williams found her voice in narrative printmaking, drawn to its bold graphic style. Her work and teaching in Olympia connect her deeply with the community. She has collaborated with land trusts, a women’s prison, and numerous youth and social welfare organizations. Presented by […]
Solar Days
Hands On Children's Museum 414 Jefferson St. NE, Olympia, WA, United StatesLearn about the power of the sun! Race solar cars, make sun prints, bake with solar ovens, and measure your shadow! Sponsored by Puget Sound Energy With support from Olympia Community Solar
Solar Days
Hands On Children's Museum 414 Jefferson St. NE, Olympia, WA, United StatesLearn about the power of the sun! Race solar cars, make sun prints, bake with solar ovens, and measure your shadow! Sponsored by Puget Sound Energy With support from Olympia Community Solar
LEGO® Brick Bending with Jeff Sanders
Hands On Children's Museum 414 Jefferson St. NE, Olympia, WA, United StatesJoin viral LEGO artist Jeff Sanders for a four-day building adventure! Learn how to create curved geometric shapes using LEGOs, explore Jeff’s stunning designs, and take part in collaborative builds. Whether your child is a seasoned builder or simply loves to stack and snap, this event promises endless inspiration and jaw-dropping creations. Presented by Small […]
LEGO® Brick Bending with Jeff Sanders
Hands On Children's Museum 414 Jefferson St. NE, Olympia, WA, United StatesJoin viral LEGO artist Jeff Sanders for a four-day building adventure! Learn how to create curved geometric shapes using LEGOs, explore Jeff’s stunning designs, and take part in collaborative builds. Whether your child is a seasoned builder or simply loves to stack and snap, this event promises endless inspiration and jaw-dropping creations. Presented by Small […]
LEGO® Brick Bending with Jeff Sanders
Hands On Children's Museum 414 Jefferson St. NE, Olympia, WA, United StatesJoin viral LEGO artist Jeff Sanders for a four-day building adventure! Learn how to create curved geometric shapes using LEGOs, explore Jeff’s stunning designs, and take part in collaborative builds. Whether your child is a seasoned builder or simply loves to stack and snap, this event promises endless inspiration and jaw-dropping creations. Presented by Small […]
LEGO® Brick Bending with Jeff Sanders
Hands On Children's Museum 414 Jefferson St. NE, Olympia, WA, United StatesJoin viral LEGO artist Jeff Sanders for a four-day building adventure! Learn how to create curved geometric shapes using LEGOs, explore Jeff’s stunning designs, and take part in collaborative builds. Whether your child is a seasoned builder or simply loves to stack and snap, this event promises endless inspiration and jaw-dropping creations. Presented by Small […]
Raptor Ambassadors with The Falconer
Hands On Children's Museum 414 Jefferson St. NE, Olympia, WA, United StatesMeet the Raptor Ambassadors with The Falconer and learn about birds of prey and their dinosaur ancestors. Presented by Small to Tall Pediatric Dentistry Supported by City of Olympia
Real Farm Animals with Animal Encounters
Hands On Children's Museum 414 Jefferson St. NE, Olympia, WA, United StatesMeet Real Farm Animals with Animal Encounters! All the critters are gentle, docile, loved, and have lifetime homes. Presented by Small to Tall Pediatric Dentistry Supported by City of Olympia
Raptor Ambassadors with The Falconer
Hands On Children's Museum 414 Jefferson St. NE, Olympia, WA, United StatesMeet the Raptor Ambassadors with The Falconer and learn about birds of prey and their dinosaur ancestors. Presented by Small to Tall Pediatric Dentistry Supported by City of Olympia
25-Foot Rock Wall Climb at Hands On
Hands On Children's Museum 414 Jefferson St. NE, Olympia, WA, United StatesRise to the challenge! Scale a towering 25-foot rock wall and race to the top to ring the victory bell! It’s an adrenaline-pumping adventure for kid climbers of all levels—and a highlight of the Summer Splash! Festival of Fun, proudly presented by WSECU. Don’t miss this epic experience, made possible by Snell Crane. This activity […]
Wood Carving Demos & Soap Carving with Andrea Wilbur-Sigo
Hands On Children's Museum 414 Jefferson St. NE, Olympia, WA, United StatesAndrea Wilbur-Sigo, proud member of the Squaxin Island Tribe and the SteChess Family, is the first known woman carver of many generations of carvers and a master of many Coast Salish art forms. Watch Andrea demonstrate traditional wood carving and carve your own soap keepsake. Native Guest Series Presented by Nisqually Indian Tribe
25-Foot Rock Wall Climb at Hands On
Hands On Children's Museum 414 Jefferson St. NE, Olympia, WA, United StatesRise to the challenge! Scale a towering 25-foot rock wall and race to the top to ring the victory bell! It’s an adrenaline-pumping adventure for kid climbers of all levels—and a highlight of the Summer Splash! Festival of Fun, proudly presented by WSECU. Don’t miss this epic experience, made possible by Snell Crane. This activity […]
Wood Carving Demos & Soap Carving with Andrea Wilbur-Sigo
Hands On Children's Museum 414 Jefferson St. NE, Olympia, WA, United StatesAndrea Wilbur-Sigo, proud member of the Squaxin Island Tribe and the SteChess Family, is the first known woman carver of many generations of carvers and a master of many Coast Salish art forms. Watch Andrea demonstrate traditional wood carving and carve your own soap keepsake. Native Guest Series Presented by Nisqually Indian Tribe