Humans of Thinkery
A Storytelling Project
Humans of Thinkery
As we enter our 40th year of joyful learning in Central Texas, we want to recognize the fantastic stories of the people who have contributed to our success through our “Humans of Thinkery” storytelling project.
Throughout the year, we will capture 40 stories and interviews from the different communities within Thinkery, our members, educators, community partners, and our staff, present and past.
Explore the stories of the incredible humans who have helped make Thinkery so special!
Chris & Debbie
Co-Founders of Austin Children’s Museum
Ashley
EdExchange Educator 2023-2024
Sintra
Thinkery Volunteer
Jazzlyn
Edexchange Educator 2022 – 2023
Jessica
Thinkery Member
Brandon & Ashley
Thinkery Members
“These kids teach me more than they know; they’re just the sweetest things in the world”
LTP Teacher
” We’re showing every child that they are capable of amazing things because they are always learning, experimenting, and discovering the world around them.”
Thinkery Staff Member
“I like learning about space!”
“I appreciate getting to know their unique personalities and being my authentic, happy self when I’m around the kids. Being recognized as a familiar friend means the world to me.”
Thinkery Volunteer
“The hardworking and dedicated team at Thinkery create an environment for families that reflects Austin’s vibrant personality and mirrors why Austinites love our community. Being invited to serve as a Board member is a huge honor and my goal is to give as much to Thinkery as it has given our family over the years.”
Thinkery Board Member
“The biggest thing was that we wanted kids to learn without realizing they were learning. We want them to learn through play. We wanted to have something in which every experience was part of learning.”
Former Board Member
“I decided to become a Thinkery member because I knew it was a place that my girls would continue to enjoy as they grew. There is definitely something to enjoy for children at every stage.”
Lynn
Thinkery Donor
Shaleiah
Former Staff Member
Brittany
Thinkery Staff Member
Marley
Thinkery Member
Dana
Former Staff Member
Marv
Thinkery Volunteer
Jaquy
Thinkery Intern
Carlotta
Community Partner
Sara
Thinkery Staff Member
“I love seeing the joy on my kids’ faces running around jumping from activity to activity. They have so much fun!”
Thinkery Member
“We love the spark, we love the innovation, and we love partnering up with Thinkery because we want to raise more awareness about STEAM education in the black and brown community.”
Community Partner
“Involvement in Thinkery means to me the ability to make an impact in both the collective lifting up and raising of our children to live meaningful, fulfilled lives.”
Thinkery Donor
“My daughter really connected with one of the girls during Spring Break Camp and they are going to be attending another week together this summer. I think that the environment there draws a very special kind of family and kid and so it makes it a good spot to connect with potential friends.”
Thinkery Member
“I liked playing with my friends and teachers. I felt loved. I also liked the dance breaks and Ozobots.”
Little Thinkers Preschool Graduate
“What makes Thinkery so special is that everyone who works here has a personal connection to its mission.”
“We had a blast at the members’ event this year. We loved having the museum to ourselves (and other members) for a few hours.”
Together we are making an impact!
We are on a mission to lead the future of play-based STEAM learning experiences that inspire and equip all children to be confident, creative thinkers. Learn more about the impact we are making in Greater Austin alongside our community!