Now STREAMing!
Welcome to our year of Now STREAMing! Streaming is not just for watching the latest shows and movies. STREAMing is also exploring the worlds of Science, Technology, Reading, Engineering, Art, and Math in exciting new ways! Join us this year as we explore each discipline and how they all enrich and compliment one another while you journey through fun and immersive programs that spark creativity and foster curiosity. Look for the letters S.T.R.E.A.M. next to all of our programs to see what areas we are exploring!
*Programs are included with museum admission or membership unless otherwise stated
February 2025
February 1st - February 9th
Start with Art: Louis Mailou Mask Art (A)
Saturday, February 1st
10AM - 12PM
Using paper and colored pencils, guests will draw and decorate African masks while they learn about their influence in modern African American art. They will also explore the history behind Louis Mailou.
Open MakerSpace: Earthquake Proof Buildings (E)
Saturday, February 1st
1PM - 3PM
Design your own structure using LEGOs and put it to the test to see if it survives an earthquake!
Pop-Up Program: Reflective Surfaces (S)
Saturday, February 1st
3PM - 4PM
Silver is used in mirrors because of its highly reflective qualities. Experiment with other materials to see how reflective they are!
Start with Art: Bisa Butler Fabric Art (A)
Saturday, February 8th
10AM - 12PM
Using fabric and paper guests will create self-portraits. They will learn about the influence of her heritage on her art and the history of certain African patterns and their meanings.
Open MakerSpace: LEGO Marble Mazes (E)
Saturday, February 8th
1PM - 3PM
Design your own marble maze using LEGOS and base plates.
Pop-Up Program: Origami Footballs (E, A, M)
Saturday, February 8th
3PM - 4PM
Make your own origami footballs and try to “kick” a field goal in honor of the Super Bowl!
February 10th - February 16th
STEAM Library Makers: Big Island Library
Thursday, February 11th
10AM
In partnership with local libraries, Amazement Square will provide a monthly STEAM based outreach program for children ages 3-5. The program includes a story, guided maker activity, and two independent maker stations exploring robotics, tinkering, building, and other maker components.
STEAM Library Makers: Forest Library
Tuesday, February 13th
10:30AM
In partnership with local libraries, Amazement Square will provide a monthly STEAM based outreach program for children ages 3-5. The program includes a story, guided maker activity, and two independent maker stations exploring robotics, tinkering, building, and other maker components.
Start with Art: Basquiat Crown Craft (A)
Saturday, February 15th
10AM - 12PM
Famous for his crown, the guests will use found cardboard to cut out and create their own wearable crowns. We will explore his artwork and what the crowns represent.
Open MakerSpace: LEGO Boats (E)
Saturday, February 15th
1PM - 3PM
Make a LEGO structure that can float on water.
Pop-Up Program: Squishy Circuits (S, T)
Saturday, February 15th
3PM - 4PM
Explore how circuits work using playdough! Make lightbulbs light up and buzzers sound while discovering how electricity travels through a circuit.
February 17th - February 23rd
STEAM Library Makers: Lynchburg Library - Downtown Branch
Tuesday, February 18th
10:30AM
In partnership with local libraries, Amazement Square will provide a monthly STEAM based outreach program for children ages 3-5. The program includes a story, guided maker activity, and two independent maker stations exploring robotics, tinkering, building, and other maker components.
STEAM Library Makers: Madison Heights Library
Wednesday, February 19th
10:30AM
In partnership with local libraries, Amazement Square will provide a monthly STEAM based outreach program for children ages 3-5. The program includes a story, guided maker activity, and two independent maker stations exploring robotics, tinkering, building, and other maker components.
STEAM Library Makers: Bedford Central Library
Thursday, February 20th
10:30AM
In partnership with local libraries, Amazement Square will provide a monthly STEAM based outreach program for children ages 3-5. The program includes a story, guided maker activity, and two independent maker stations exploring robotics, tinkering, building, and other maker components.
Start with Art: Harriet Tubman Lantern (A)
Saturday, February 22nd
10AM - 12PM
Just like the lantern Harriet used, guests will create their very own lanterns from construction paper to light their way.
Open MakerSpace: LEGO Bridges (E)
Saturday, February 22nd
1PM - 3PM
Design a strong LEGO bridge and see how much weight it can hold.
Pop-Up Program: Tangrams (A, M)
Saturday, February 22nd
3PM - 4PM
Discover how shapes create patterns and designs with tangram challenges.
February 24th - February 28th
STEAM Library Makers: Nelson Memorial Library
Tuesday, February 25th
10:30 AM
In partnership with local libraries, Amazement Square will provide a monthly STEAM based outreach program for children ages 3-5. The program includes a story, guided maker activity, and two independent maker stations exploring robotics, tinkering, building, and other maker components.