Prepare for an adventure like no other as Kids Town at the Michigan Science Center (Mi-Sci) swings open its doors once more, welcoming junior explorers, aged five and under, into a universe brimming with fascination, discovery, and joy.
Perfectly blending education with entertainment, Mi-Sci ensures that young ones can delve into the realms of science, technology, engineering, arts and mathematics (STEAM) in an environment designed with their curiosity and boundless energy in mind.
Kids Town, offering a multitude of interactive experiences, aims to encourage playful learning and active fun.
Kids Town reopens at Michigan Science Center
Active Fun
The reopening heralds the return of the Interactive Sports Arena, where little ones can unleash their energy with active fun that encourages both physical fitness and an understanding of basic physics principles. Whether dribbling, jumping or racing, every movement becomes a stepping stone toward learning.
Imaginative Play Zones
Fostering creativity and role-play, the revitalized Market, Cafe and Vet Clinic delivers a vibrant world where children can mimic real-life scenarios. Stocking shelves, cooking up a storm or caring for plush animal patients, each activity is crafted to cultivate social skills and teamwork.
Mini Level Up Arcade
Kids and their grown-ups can embark on shared adventures at the Mini Level Up Arcade, where digital meets analog in a delightful suite of games. Designed to be accessible and fun, this space encourages cooperative play among diverse generations while nurturing critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
STEAM Lab
The new STEAM Lab opens avenues to tinker, build and explore, making it an incubator for the budding scientist or engineer. Whether constructing monumental structures with blocks or experimenting with simple chemical reactions, this is a safe haven for inquisitive minds to flourish.
Theater
Channeling young imaginations toward the arts, the Theater offers interactive lighting and costumes to ignite dramatic play rooted in STEM-based careers. Aspiring actors and directors can take center stage, crafting stories that inspire a lifelong love for performance and storytelling.
Scibarium with Sensory-Friendly Spaces
The future-forward Scibarium is more than just a digital library—it offers sensory-friendly spaces tailor-made for young readers to discover new worlds at their own pace. This serene environment balances the excitement of digital discovery with the calm needed for mindful learning.
Water Feature
And what would Kids Town be without its legendary water feature? Yes, it’s back! Offering not just splashy fun but a chance for children to explore concepts of buoyancy and flow, this beloved feature promises to captivate and delight.
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