Early Explorers: Robot Adventures Calling all little inventors! In this one-hour program, preschoolers will dive into the world of robots and discover how machines move, follow instructions, and even “think”. Kids will get hands-on with Code-a-Pillars, play a fun robot game, and step into a robot’s shoes through mini games that encourage problem-solving, sequencing, and […]
Anthropology in Our Backyards - Walking the Land Back: Reclamation, Settler Spectacles, and Indigenous Healing Dr. Tara Joly, Assistant Professor, First Nations Studies, Adjunct Professor, Anthropology What does it mean to “return the land” after oil sands extraction? This talk compares Indigenous Healing Walks with corporate tours on reclaimed land. These two journeys reveal a […]
Photos with Santa in the South Fort George School House Santa is making a special stop at The Exploration Place, and he’s setting up in the historic South Fort George School House. Purple Moose Portraits will be on site, capturing cheerful, storybook-style holiday photos the whole family will love. Each session includes three photos. Sessions […]
Science World On the Road: The Science of Sport Are you ready to play smarter? We’re thrilled to partner with Science World’s On The Road team for a high-energy public performance of their brand-new show, The Science of Sport. This show unpacks the fascinating science behind your favourite sports. Discover how we use science to […]
Homeschooler Monday: Mars Coding Quest Mars Coding Quest is an exciting, hands-on workshop that brings coding and space exploration together! Using Dash Robots, students will dive into coding concepts like functions and sensors in a fun, engaging way. As they code their robots to explore an imaginary Martian surface, they’ll develop computational thinking skills. Along […]
Early Explorers: Holiday Helpers Craft Hour Celebrate the magic of the season with this cozy, hands-on Early Explorers program! Children will gather for a festive holiday story that sparks imagination and wonder. After story time, little explorers will rotate through a selection of simple, age-friendly holiday crafts—such as making beaded snowflakes, decorating cheerful paper stockings, […]