Build, Test, Tinker, Try Again
The Tinker Shop
A hands-on space for building, problem-solving, and big ideas made with little hands.
What happens here?
The Tinker Shop invites children and adults to explore concepts of building, creativity, and invention. In this space, Museum visitors can engage hands-on with various materials and tools.
Made for trial and error
Kids can test an idea, change their plan, try a different material, and keep going. The fun is in the figuring it out.
All Ages
Thinker Tinkers
Projects rotate throughout the month, and not all are listed here. Come find out what we are up to when you visit Imagine!
Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Challenges and materials are appropriate for even our youngest guests. Tinker trays and recycled materials are available to help solve a fun and imaginative challenge of the day, designed to spark innovation and creative thinking while introducing the basics of the engineering design process.
Friday, Saturday, Sunday
9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
The Tinker Shop closes from 1 to 2 p.m. on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.
Good to know before you go
Projects rotate
The activities change throughout the month, so there may be something different to try each time you visit.
Designed for all ages
Young children, older kids, and grownups can all explore materials, tools, and creative challenges together.
Come ready to experiment
Some projects may be quick, some may take more time, and some may get a little messy. That is part of the fun.
All activities are included with Museum admission unless otherwise specified.