schedule
Every week is a new adventure at the Cayton. Kids learn new skills, create, and grow, all while they are immersed in play.
Activities are drop-in and free for members and museum visitors.
Updated Program Times
Art Studio: 10AM-12PM and 2-4:30PM
Storytime (every Thursday): 11:00AM
Programs: 11AM and 3PM
This Week's Activities
Wednesday, April 30
Buzzy Bee Hotels
11:00AM
Dino Dig
3:00PM
Inspired by He Guoqing and Katrina Flett's traditional beekeeping methods, craft cozy bee hotels. Create homes for our buzzing friends, embracing the spirit of conservation and sustainability!
Channel your inner archaeologist as you embark on an excavation adventure! Unearth ancient dinosaur bones buried within a sand-tastic sensory bin.
Thursday, May 1
Storytime+Art
11:00AM
Beat Builders
3:00PM
Step into the vibrant world of "Night Market Rescue" by Charlotte Cheng, where a stray dog named Gogo navigates the bustling Taipei night market. Afterward, sculpt your own furry companions out of clay, bringing tales of friendship and adventure to life!
Let the rhythm take over! Explore instruments like sticks, drums, and rainbow bells, playing along to the beat of a diverse range of music!
Friday, May 2
Animal Abodes
11:00AM
Reflect on Animals
3:00PM
Draw inspiration from Yolarnie Amepou, the first female zoologist from Papua New Guinea, as you design and construct habitats for your favorite animals.
Inspired by our pets and the animals we see in nature, decorate the walls of our Reflect On exhibit with animal friends!
Saturday, May 3
Bubble Dance Party
11:00AM
Sun-Kissed Suncatchers
3:00PM
Pop in to jump and dance to fun music while surrounded by a sea of bubbles at this lively and fun dance party!
Capture the essence of summer with radiant suncatchers! Layer vibrant tissue paper and craft intricate designs using construction paper, creating dazzling suncatchers.
Sunday, May 4
Wild for Masks
11:00AM
Scavenger Hunt
3:00PM
Transform into your favorite animal by crafting an animal mask!
Test your wits and observation skills as you solve puzzles and find different animal habitats hidden around the museum.