The State Museum of Pennsylvania

Various Programs

Visit the Event Page of The State Museum for a full listing of programs.

For Planetarium Shows at The State Museum, click here.

Unless otherwise noted, programs are included with general admission.
Planetarium shows are an additional cost if not a member of the State Museum of PA.
 

Friday, June 6
10:30am

Storytime

Join us for a Storytime reading of The Case of the Missing Chalk Drawings written by Richard Byrne. While solving the mystery of the missing chalk drawing, learn your colors. Participants will also have a chance to create their own chalk drawings.

Wednesday, June 11
11:30am

Polymers: Making Slime

Explore the science of polymers. Make some slime to take home!

Thursday, June 12
11:30am

Native Flowers of Pennsylvania

What you choose to plant in your yard makes a difference to the environment. Learn how native plants and flowers create a habitat for native animals, provide beauty in the yard and can be used to create art to use inside your house as well. Create your own artwork with dried flowers.

Friday, June 13
11:30am

Wild Canines of Pennsylvania

Join Curiosity Kids to learn about the wild canines that have lived, and still live, here in Pennsylvania. Discover why one canine can no longer be found here and the canine that took advantage of an open habitat. Learn about their unique adaptations and lifestyles. With an opportunity to study their pelts and skulls, participants will be able to see the major differences between these canine relatives.

Friday, June 20
11:30am

Home Improvements

We are always looking to find ways to make life a little easier. Explore historical innovations and test their functionality.

What would you create to make your everyday life a little easier?

Saturday, June 21
10:30am

Storytime

Join us for a Storytime reading of The Case of the Missing Chalk Drawings written by Richard Byrne. While solving the mystery of the missing chalk drawing, learn your colors. Participants will also have a chance to create their own chalk drawings.

Wednesday, June 25
11:30am

Baseball History in PA

Pennsylvania has played a significant role in the development of baseball. Discover the players, teams, stadiums, and innovations that are significate to our state. Learn how to score an inning and create your own baseball card.

Family programs are included with general admission and designed for all ages.