At Cartography, preschoolers will learn about unlocking the codes with maps and map making so they know how to get from here to there.
Come out to the outdoor GROW exhibit to enjoy fun activities that focus on plant roots, including root beer floats! Families can explore root imaging, grab some root selfies and take a look at the inner workings of plants captured using the only plant x-ray scanner in the country.
Guest will spend the morning with Buddy as they enjoy a dino-mite breakfast, have The Magic House all to themselves and experience some private playtime in the new Dinosaur Train exhibit.
See a free on-stage presentation of The Boy Who Snared the Sun performed by Monkey Tales Theatre, perfect for ages 3-12.
Bring you kids to see an outdoor movie at The Lodge outdoor pool parking lot.
Kids can get creative as they build blanket forts, enjoy face painting, listen to folk tales, watch puppet shows, visit the Magical Musical Forest and lots more at this free festival, which hopes to harness the creativity of many to build an interactive playscape the whole family can enjoy.
Kids can learn how to grow rice and how it's processed through hands-on demonstrations and arts & crafts activities.
Stop in and have some fun in the indoor pool at the Lodge of Des Peres with your little one at this drop-in swim time for kids up to age 6. No pre-registration is needed; Water Waddlers is open to residents and non-residents of Des Peres.
At this free art program for ages 3-6 the focus is on the process of making art rather than the finished product. Dress to get messy!
The Preschool Science Series is an open exploration learning lab for young scientists - ages 18 months to 5 years - and their families. Activities are designed around research that shows children learn best through play, inquiry and shared experiences with their parents and caregivers.
Meet up in Forest Park for a fun storytime followed by nature adventures! These free story times are open to children of all ages and their caregivers.
Bring your little ones, 0-18 months, to Baby Bookworms Storytime to enjoy songs, stories and more.