Toddlers take over the museum during Baby Bloomers! 

Baby Bloomers is a special program during which the museum is open exclusively for visitors ages 0–3 years and their families. 

On Friday and Saturday mornings from 8 – 10 am. Baby Bloomers provides caregivers and early learners the chance to experience Thinkery together in an environment focused solely on them.

The program takes place on the second floor and backyard of the museum and includes two-story times, parachute play, and free play that supports the social, emotional, physical, and cognitive development of our earliest learners. 

Baby Bloomers is a special program that is not included in memberships. Members receive a discounted ticket price. Reserve your tickets in advance to enjoy open-ended explorations and learning through play. 

$7 Member | $9 standard | $3 Museums for All tickets

Splash into Summer!

It’s summer in Austin, TX- let’s make a splash! Cool off with ocean and summer-themed activities designed for you and your early learner to experience together. 

Currents: 
It’s low tide! Use your senses to explore the starfish and sea anemones hiding in a tide pool.

Story Nook
Join us for Story Time at 8:30 AM & 9:30 AM for songs & stories about fun in the sun!

Let’s Grow! 
Cool off with a refreshing summer treat – ice cream! Practice fine-motor skills like scooping, squeezing, and more!

Magnet Wall: Build a flourishing reef community! Arrange the magnets and explore the colors of a vibrant coral reef.
 
Seaside Sensory Bin: Immerse in the tactile wonder of sand and shells, where little hands explore, scoop, and strengthen with each playful movement, building muscles and fostering sensory delight in a world of textured adventure. 

Gone Fishin’!: Embark on an exciting magnetic fishing expedition, where eager hands cast lines, reel in magnetic treasures, and strengthen coordination with each magnetic catch, creating moments of joyful discovery and skill-building fun. 

Bloom
Experience the five senses with Under the Sea Sensory exploration! Take a stroll on our Texture Turtle Sensory Walk and discover different textures with your hands and feet in this shoes-off area! Discover the deepest parts of the ocean with our sensory bottles and books! 

Our Backyard (Outside) 
Become a marine biologist! What sea life might you observe, investigate, describe, and discuss in our outdoor springs?