Listen, sing along, and participate in play-based activities involving music. Movement, instrument playing, and social-emotional learning combine as we also explore songs from influential Black musical genres and artists.
Our special guest Sabrina Thompson, founder of GIRL IN SPACE CLUB and NASA rocket scientist, will lead a workshop into the intersection of science, technology, engineering, art, and mathematics (STEAM). In this immersive experience, participants will design their own stylish astronaut kicks, blending the worlds of fashion and space exploration. This workshop will be limited... Read more »
A short story time that will feature museum staff reading a variety of children's books. This weekend will feature books about the experiences of Black children, families, and culture.
Test your knowledge and be a contestant on our game show happening on the museum floor! Match up famous and influential Black celebrities from Baltimore to their contributions for the chance to win take-home prizes.
Celebrate your personal story with a flag that represents you! What shapes, colors and symbols show your personality and story?
Calling all Dads, Father Figures, Super Cool Uncles & Grandfathers! Join us for fun-filled morning geared towards Fathers, Father Figures and the kids they love! Enjoy breakfast from Blondie’s Doughnuts and special activities from our Education Team. Afterwards, spend your day exploring Port Discovery’s 3 floors of fun! Date: June 18th Time: 9 AM- 11 AM* Price: Donuts & Dads is Pay-What-You-Wish-Admission for up... Read more »
Stop by our Discovery Cart and play a special version of the "Old Maid" matching card game all about different careers.
Experience virtual scuba diving led by the scholars and instructors from the non-profit organization, Black Girls Dive Foundation, Inc. They will run a few 20-minute sessions at a time where participants can explore STEM concepts and learn more about marine-science based careers.
Stop by a table featuring special guests from Drama MaMa Bookshop, a stationary manufacturing company offering a wide variety of notebooks and journals available for purchasing.
Explore play and creativity through yo-yo tricks with special guest yo-yo thrower Coffin Nachtmahr of the 2016 documentary Throw. Learn the history and various types of yoyoing, watch a live demonstration, and then practice the basics of modern yo-yo techniques. This workshop will be limited to 20 participants for ages 5 and up.
Meet special guests from B-360 as their team members provide a variety of interactive experiences about dirt bike culture. From their dirt bike clinic, electric dirt bike demos, and STEM activities, guests of all ages will witness B-360's mission of STEM education, entrepreneurship, and mentorship.
Have you ever wondered why spiders have such thin legs? Join us for an interactive story time with author Ada Ari, author of The Spider's Thin Legs. Hear a time-honored folktale from Ghana. Participants will also learn a famous Ghanaian dance move, learn fun cultural facts about the Ashanti kingdom of Ghana (birthplace of this story), and... Read more »
