Kearney Area Children’s Museum

Calling all Mystery Kids! Help us uncover important clues to solve mysteries and learn what it takes to be a Mystery Kid. We will also learn from the professionals and hear from our local police officers about how they solve mysteries in Kearney.

Children will learn the basics of archaeology and discover fun facts about the history of the Midwest! Activities include: 1. Stories about the Great Plains and the people who came before us 2. Learning about the tools needed for an archaeological dig site 3. Discussing what archaeologists study 4. Practice excavating dinosaur bones Children will need to bring a sack lunch.

“No job is too big, no pup is too small!” Join Ryder and all the members of the PAW Patrol: Marshall, Chase, Rocky, Rubble, Zuma, and Skye for a day full of fun! Kids will use their own special skills as they solve problems, work together, and save the city of Adventure Bay. Become an official member of the PAW Patrol in this exciting one-day adventure! Ages 4-6

Grab your boarding pass and come on a worldwide ride with your favorite Shoppies! Kids will discover what makes them unique as they create their own special characters in the magical village of Shopville. Join Apple Blossom, Kooky Cookie and Licky Lips for a Shopkins day filled with games, crafts, dance and songs! Ages 4-6

Learn what it takes to be royalty in this magical class that allows every girl the opportunity to step into the life of her favorite princess for a day! How does a princess walk and talk? There will even be special appearances from Snow White, Cinderella, Moana, Anna and Elsa themselves. Princess Tote Bag included. This is always a favorite session, so sign up early! Ages 4-6

Andy invites you to come play with him and all of his favorite toys! Join good-hearted Woody and his best friend, Buzz Lightyear, along with Jessie, Bullseye, Slinky Dog, Mr. & Mrs. Potato Head and more! We will learn about teamwork and cooperation, all while having fun. Bring your favorite toy to share, and sing along with songs like “You’ve Got A Friend in Me” and more! Ages 4-6

Join Poppy and her friends as they set off on an adventure to save Troll Village from the Bergens. Their adventures and travels are full of mishaps and challenges as they learn to accept their differences and work together! Kids will have fun exploring their “True Colors” through games, songs, and more!

Go, Go, Gears & Gadgets! Children will participate in various STEM activities that spark the imagination and launch critical thinking and teamwork. Activities include: 1. Learn about and drive robots courtesy of KHS Engineering 2. Group LEGO design challenge 3. Design a course for HexBugs Children will need a sack lunch.

Children will explore the globe through activities about other cultures, weather, forms of travel, and the amazing animals that are on our planet! Activities will include: 1. STEM activity teaching about land formations 2. Creating our own animal and choosing it's habitat 3. Practice writing in another language 4. Researching various cloud formations Children need to bring a sack lunch.

Children will fight off darkness with the light they have inside them! We will stir up some imagination with various arts and crafts and team games that teach bravery and strength. Activities include: 1. Creating wands 2. Science activities that create a POP and a FIZZ 3. Enjoying tasty treats like frogs and butter beer! (don't worry parents, it's safe) Children need to bring a sack lunch.