WHAT'S UP AT KIDIMU

Thursday, May 1
Free Thursday at KiDiMu
Stop by the museum to enjoy a free-admission day generously sponsored by Wells Fargo. This is the last Free Thursday to explore current exhibits: Take Flight, Thomas the Tank Engine and Gardentopia before they change. Make artistic creations in the Art Studio featuring leaf stamping and ladybug puppets.
10 a.m. to 4 p.m.; FREE.
Info: 206.855.4650

 

Friday, May 2
Take Flight Science Workshop for Young Explorers
This is the last chance for the youngest enthusiasts of aviation to experience hands-on fun with science of flight at the Kids Discovery Museum. Join teacher Sarah Evans and discover what makes the mighty machines strong enough to fly. Be an engineer and explore the Take Flight exhibit before it leaves on May 12! Recommended ages: 3-6;
10:30 a.m.; Free with all-day admission.
Info: 206.855.4650

Saturday, May 3
Mexican Market Display and What’s Cooking Summer Camp Preview
Visit the museum between 10 a.m. and 4.pm. to celebrate Cinco de Mayo. Explore a special dress-up and imaginary play exhibition featuring Mexican culture and make paper plate maracas. Open this weekend only!
At 11 a.m. join nutritionist Shena Fergusson for a special camp preview. Discover colors of the Food Pyramid and take a sneak peek of what’ll be cooking at KiDiMu this summer! Camp registration available after class.
Recommended ages: 4-7; Free with all-day admission.
Info: 206.855.4650

Sunday, May 4
Mexican Market Display
Come between 12 p.m. and 4.pm. to celebrate Cinco de Mayo. Explore a special dress-up and imaginary play exhibition featuring Mexican culture and make paper plate maracas. Open this weekend only!
Free with all-day admission.
Info: 206.855.4650

Thursday, May 8
KiDiMu Kids’ Night Out: TAKEOFF PARTY
Bainbridge is all about fun: Girls’ Night Out is taking over downtown…  
Kids are taking over the museum!
As the Take Flight exhibit is about to take off from KiDiMu, flight fans (7-10 years old) are invited to celebrate the end of the aviation season.
Join us for lots of fun, pizza and special flight experiments with Richard Pearsall, featuring balloon aerostats, gliders and more!
Mr. Pearsall is a Wilkes Elementary teacher and aviation enthusiast with experience as a Museum of Flight and Pacific Science Center educator and program writer.
Program Details:
4 – 4:30 p.m. Drop-off; Introduction; Supervised exhibit exploration;
4:30 – 5 p.m. – Snack break (pizza and drinks);
5 – 5:45 p.m. – Hands-on experiments with Mr. Pearsall
5:45 – 6:30 p.m. – Supervised exhibit exploration;
6:20 – 6:40 p.m. – Pickup;

Members: $20 & $15 (sibling)
Non-members: $25 & $20 (sibling)
Fee includes: museum admission, refreshments and all workshop materials

Call to sign up: 206.855.4650.  Space is limited!

Click HERE to download a registration form.
Print it out and bring it with you on Thursday.

Friday, May 9
Minimu Sing Along
Meet the Summer Camp Instructor
The youngest music lovers are invited for a melodic adventure with Linda Slater, Kindermusik educator and KiDiMu summer camp instructor. Families can enjoy live music and everybody’s favorite songs. Minimu programs are designed with the youngest audience in mind.
Recommended ages: 1.5–5; 10:45 a.m. Free with all-day admission.
Info: 206.855.4650

Saturday, May 10
Springtime in GardenTopia
Last Weekend of the GardenTopia and Take Flight Exhibits
GardenTopia exhibit is leaving along with Take Flight on Monday! Join docent Colleen Shrosbree for special springtime stories and get the last chance to enjoy GardenTopia! Learn the secrets of garden and forest creatures from favorite children’s books and make a special “butterfly’s snack” craft. What is it going to be? Come and see!
Recommended ages: 3-7; 10:45 a.m. Free with all-day admission.
Info: 206.855.4650

Sunday, May 11
Last Day of the Take Flight and GardenTopia Exhibits
Last chance for fans of aviation, as well as garden creature lovers, to explore the Take Flight and GardenTopia exhibits at the Kids Discovery Museum!

Enjoy a dynamic exploration into the creative process of flight. Be an engineer: launch a rocket, shoot out an airplane and watch the roto-copters swirl in the air! Step downstairs to embark upon a bigger-than-life adventure and explore the magical garden from a butterfly’s perspective.
12 p.m. – 4 p.m. All-day admission: $5 per person; Free for members and children 12 months old and younger;
Info: 206.855.4650

Monday, May 12 – Wednesday, May 21
KiDiMu Closed for the Exhibit Change
The museum will be closed for installation of the new exhibits: Blue Man Group – Making Waves and Under the Sea.
Grand Opening on Thursday, May 22, 5pm – 7pm for members. New exhibits will be open to public on Friday, May 23, 10am – 7pm
Info: 206.855.4650

Thursday, May 15
Volunteer Meeting at KiDiMu
All teenagers (14 and up) and adults interested in volunteering are invited to a presentation on current and upcoming opportunities at the museum. Offer includes special events, summer camps, day-to-day operations and more. Short-term and long-term commitments are welcome. It is a chance to make friends, help the kids or earn community service hours! Opportunities for younger volunteers also available (12-13) – must be accompanied by an adult guardian.  4 p.m. Info: 206.855.4650

Thursday, May 22
Exhibit Grand Opening: Members’ Preview and Reception
Save the date! Be the first to explore the mysteries of sound and embark upon a marine adventure! Members of the Kids Discovery Museum are invited to a special preview celebrating the latest arrivals: Blue Man Group – Making Waves and Under the Sea exhibits. This family event features special attractions and refreshments.
Members only; 5 p.m. – 7 p.m.; Free.
206.855.4650

Friday, May 23
KiDiMu New Exhibits Open to Public
Kids Discovery Museum reveals its newest exhibits! Come to explore: Blue Man Group – Making Waves and Under the Sea until the evening.  
Visitors will have an opportunity to participate in a hands-on presentation examining different aspects of sound: Blue Man Group – Making Waves Exhibit Highlights at 11am and 3:30pm
10am – 7pm. All-day admission: $ 5 per person; Free for members and children 12 months old or younger.
Info: 206.855.4650

Saturday. May 24
Blue Man Group – Making Waves: Music Camp Preview
Prepare yourself for a multisensory adventure into the world of music with Kindermusik educator and Minimu Sing Along instructor Linda Slater.
Discover the mysteries of sound hidden behind the amazing exhibit at KiDiMu. Be ready to sing and giggle.
Ages: 3-6; 11:00 a.m.; Free with all-day admission.
Info: 206.855.4650

Tuesday, May 27
Blue Man Group – Making Waves Exhibit Highlights
Join us at the Kids Discovery Museum for a hands-on presentation examining different components of the amazing new exhibit: Blue Man Group-Making Waves. Experiment with sound, create and explore! Presented by the KiDiMu staff and volunteers.
11:00 a.m. and 3:30 p.m.
Recommended ages: 4 -12; Free with all-day admission;
Info: 206.855.4650

Thursday, May 29
Extra Fun Thursday
Blue Man Group – Making Waves Exhibit Highlights
And Science of Sound: Summer Camp Preview
Last Thursday of each month you can enjoy all the fun of KiDiMu for the whole 60 minutes longer than usual! Explore new exhibitsand make artistic creations in the Art Studio.

At 11 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. join us for the Blue Man Group – Making Waves Exhibit Highlights to experiment with sound.
At 4 p.m. take a sneak peek at this summer’s adventure with the science of sound presented by teacher Joyce Nishimura.
Demonstration recommended for ages: 7-10.
Museum hours: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. All-day Admission: $5 per person. Free for members and children 12 months old or younger.
Info: 206.855.4650

Friday, May 30
Move it!
Come to the Kids Discovery Museum for a morning of active fun with KiDiMu camp instructor and BPA performing artist Guy Sidora. Exercise, wiggle and giggle, and learn how your body and mind work together.
Perfect for ages: 2 and up. 10:30 a.m. Free with all-day admission.
Info: 206.855.4650 or www.kidimu.org