Organization

Art Loft

Presented by Children's Discovery Museum at Children's Discovery Museum

September 1, 2009 - Ongoing

In the Art Loft, children learn to create visual art that is meaningful to them using both authentic and unconventional art-making tools and materials. Guided by program specialists, children engage in unique visual arts projects that support their exploration of ideas, development of skills, and ability to perceive aesthetically. Experiences offered in the Art Loft change regularly and may include drawing, painting, printmaking, collage, or sculpture. Parents and caregivers can expect to

The Wonder Cabinet

Presented by Children's Discovery Museum at Children's Discovery Museum

September 1, 2009 - Ongoing

The Wonder Cabinet: A FIRST 5 Early Learning Laboratory, is a 3,100 square foot exhibition dedicated to children ages four and under and the adults who accompany them. Since opening to the public in the spring of 2005, The Wonder Cabinet has supported thousands of children as they tap into their innate curiosity and desire to explore.

The exhibit invites hands-on exploration upon walking through the doors and into a remarkable environment rich in materials and textures to inspire

Art Studio in the Wonder Cabinet

Presented by Children's Discovery Museum at Children's Discovery Museum

September 1, 2009 - Ongoing

Children freely explore changing sensory and art table activities with trained staff. The Art Studio offers activities that will encourage young children to focus on the process of making art, rather than the finished product. In January, for example, we will provide watercolor paints, brushes and paper so children can explore painting with watercolors. The desired outcome of this activity is not that children walk away with a watercolor masterpiece, but that they have the opportunity to

Sunday Matinees

Presented by Children's Discovery Museum at Children's Discovery Museum

May 2, 2010 - Ongoing

Sunday afternoons are special at the Museum with showings of select short films. The whole family can sit back, relax and be entertained with these matinee presentations.

Storytime in the Wonder Cabinet Forest

Presented by Children's Discovery Museum at Children's Discovery Museum

May 4, 2010 - Ongoing

Research shows that reading books and having regular conversations with children -- even, long before they can speak -- makes them better thinkers, better communicators and, eventually, better readers. Learn the joy of reading, singing and playing with language in a group setting during storytimes with trained staff who adapt the activities to the age ranges and attention spans of the children in each group. Museum staff use whimsical props as they read award-winning books and lead engaging

Noon Year's Eve

Presented by Children's Discovery Museum at Children's Discovery Museum

December 31, 2011

This night may belong to the adults, but the day belongs to the kids. Celebrate the arrival of 2012 with your whole family. Create your own noise maker, decorate a party hat, make your New Year’s resolution, and participate in the “countdown to noon across time zones” with family hugs, noisy celebration, and exciting ball drops.

Portal - A Public Artwork by JD Beltran

Presented by Children's Discovery Museum

December 23, 2011-January 16, 2012

Commissioned by Children's Discovery Museum of San Jose with collaborative support from the San Jose Office of Cultural Affairs, Portal is a public artwork by artist JD Beltran that reflects upon the deep past, the collapse of time, and how we visualize time through art. It was inspired by the discovery of "Lupe," the juvenile Columbian mammoth (named after the Guadalupe River), who is now the subject of Mammoth Discovery!, a major exhibition at Children's Discovery

Dickens Carolers

Presented by Children's Discovery Museum and Peninsula Youth Theatre at Children's Discovery Museum

December 10, 2011

Talented young members of Pizzazz!, Peninsula Youth Theatre’s tour group, will treat the audience to a program of Dickens-style caroling in the Museum streets.
 

Songs from The Royal Falcon Musical

Presented by Children's Discovery Museum at Children's Discovery Museum

December 3, 2011

The Royal Falcon Musical, based on the children's book The Royal Falcon, is an inspiring adventure exploring themes of compassion, friendship, and understanding. Costumed actors will be on hand to perform two songs from the full production.

El Dia de los Muertos at Children's Discovery Museum

Presented by Children's Discovery Museum at Children's Discovery Museum

October 22, 2011

Honor your ancestors on this traditional cultural holiday. In many Spanish-speaking countries the day is celebrated with playful, colorful skeletons and family altars. Visit a traditional altar and get your hand bones glowing in Glow Bones in the Art Loft.