Dive into the world of Renaussance Master Leonardo da Vinci and discover his passion for science and nature. Featuring more than 60 life-size replicas of da Vinci's inventions and 20 replicas of his art, you will explore da Vinci's discoveries in engineering, fight, hydraulics, light, music and more.
Connect to community STEM experts and organizations in all STEM fields at SciFest: STEM Community Expo.
Ring in 2020 with the whole family at the Garden Glow at the Missouri Botanical Garden. This celebration is from 6 to 8 p.m., so it's perfect for all ages. Kids can make an eco-friendly party hat with Perennial, or write down their wish for the new year on seed paper and watch their dreams grow throughout the year.
Come see the sea during opening day of the St. Louis Aquarium. The 120,000 square-foot aquarium is open to the public for the first time on Christmas Day.
Ring in the new year with your whole family with cosmic skating, basketball, pickleball and Wii games at the New Year's Eve on Ice.
Visitors are welcome to view eagles through spotting scopes staffed by trained volunteers. There will be a warming tent that will include children's art activities and a St. Louis Audubon display. Families can also take photos next to the full-size eagle's nest, and watch a live eagle educational program.
Milk and cookies with Santa is an annual tradition, and this free event is designed for kids with sensory needs. Milk and Cookies with Santa is free, and for all ages. Registration is requested.
Enjoy a magical, snowy world with Elsa from Frozen! There will be themed crafts, open play, magical photos and a princess sing-along on this day of frosty fun.
The Saint Louis Science Center has expanded its Preschool Science Series to include new offerings for different age groups of young scientists. Storybook STEM is for ages 3 to 5.
Little Red Hen Play Dates are a wonderful way for children ages 0-6 and their caregivers to experience the magic of Waldorf Early Childhood Education. You and your child will bake bread — a weekly occurrence in the Waldorf School's Early Childhood Program — listen to stories; join in a circle time filled with songs, rhymes, and movement; and explore the outdoors in the mini meadow.
Bring your babies and toddlers to this free story time at the Missouri History Museum.
Storytelling in the Museum is an in-person storytelling event happening at 10:30 a.m. at the Missouri History Museum. This event, perfect for the preschool set, features engaging stories with themes like Juneteenth, Sweet Treats, Summer and more. Storytelling in the Museum is free.