Turn your trash into a work of art! 1st, 2nd, and 3rd places will be awarded in each group. Winners will receive gift certificates to the museum gift shop. Winners will be announced at our Earth Day Celebration on Thursday, April 22nd at 3:30 pm. Join us for Earth Day activities from 3-5p. More information on contest >
Turn your trash into a work of art! 1st, 2nd, and 3rd places will be awarded in each group. Winners will be announced at our Earth Day Celebration on Thursday, April 22nd at 3:30 pm. Join us for Earth Day activities from 3-5p. More information on contest >
D.I.Y. (do it yourself) days at the Orpheum to make, create and collaborate with friends and family on art projects and science experiments. Every Saturday, 1-3 p.m., free with admission.
We are looking for enthusiastic and interested volunteers to participate in our building, education and exhibit committees. Opportunities for both individuals and groups to participate in a rewarding an important organization in our community! Last Sunday of the month. Please register by the day before orientation.
D.I.Y. (do it yourself) days at the Orpheum to make, create and collaborate with friends and family on art projects and science experiments. Every Saturday, 1-3 p.m., free with admission.
Come and enjoy activities and performers all day at Barnes and Noble Bookstore! Orpheum activities and games will be held from 10-5pm, as well as children’s story readings on every hour. Other activities include: Magic Show (11a-noon) 1pm – 2pm Wade and Parfait Acoustic Music (1-2p) BT’s Magic Show (3-4p) Crazy/Agile Acoustic Music (6-7p). A percentage of sales benefits the Orpheum, more information is available here, or by downloading a flyer.
D.I.Y. (do it yourself) days at the Orpheum to make, create and collaborate with friends and family on art projects and science experiments. Every Saturday, 1-3 p.m., free with admission.
Drop off your children for an evening adventure of hands-on workshops and play. For children ages 4 and older, registration required. Members $12, $10 siblings. Non-members $14, $12 siblings. Registration required.
The18th Annual Kid's Building Fair is a highly anticipated event, and is just around the corner! This award winning event gives children an entertaining and educational introduction to the building trades and coincides with Historic Preservation Week. This event celebrates a rich heritage of the arts, building trades, community history, and a hands-on understanding of the built environment. more >
Meet dogs from Canine Connections and read to a furry friend! Free with admission, no registration required. From 2-3 p.m.
D.I.Y. (do it yourself) days at the Orpheum to make, create and collaborate with friends and family on art projects and science experiments. Every Saturday, 1-3 p.m., free with admission.
D.I.Y. (do it yourself) days at the Orpheum to make, create and collaborate with friends and family on art projects and science experiments. Every Saturday, 1-3 p.m., free with admission.
Family game night is every Tuesday evening from 5-8p throughout the summer. The museum is open late until 8, and will provide a variety of games such as trivia night, scavenger hunts, giant chess, human checkers, bowling, and many more! Bring the whole family for an evening of fun and play..
D.I.Y. (do it yourself) days at the Orpheum to make, create and collaborate with friends and family on art projects and science experiments. Every Saturday, 1-3 p.m., free with admission.
Family game night is every Tuesday evening from 5-8p throughout the summer. The museum is open late until 8, and will provide a variety of games such as trivia night, scavenger hunts, giant chess, human checkers, bowling, and many more! Bring the whole family for an evening of fun and play.
Learn about some favorite pets and get a chance to see live animal guests! Tuesday – Thursday $80 non-members, $75 members, for ages 3-4, must be potty trained. 9 a.m.-noon. more information >
D.I.Y. (do it yourself) days at the Orpheum to make, create and collaborate with friends and family on art projects and science experiments. Every Saturday, 1-3 p.m., free with admission.
Family game night is every Tuesday evening from 5-8p throughout the summer. The museum is open late until 8, and will provide a variety of games such as trivia night, scavenger hunts, giant chess, human checkers, bowling, and many more! Bring the whole family for an evening of fun and play.
Put on your hard hats as we construct bridges, boats, and build using different materials and shapes. Back by popular demand! Motion and Design for Juniors for grades K-2 and Motion and Design for grades 3-5. 8:30 a.m. – noon .$140– members, $150– nonmembers. Sibling discount is $10 off per camp. more information >
D.I.Y. (do it yourself) days at the Orpheum to make, create and collaborate with friends and family on art projects and science experiments. Every Saturday, 1-3 p.m., free with admission.
Family game night is every Tuesday evening from 5-8p throughout the summer. The museum is open late until 8, and will provide a variety of games such as trivia night, scavenger hunts, giant chess, human checkers, bowling, and many more! Bring the whole family for an evening of fun and play.
This wildly popular camp is being offered 2 times during the summer, with 2 different curriculumn. Registration and fees available on www.invent.org. From 9-3 p.m. more information >
Family game night is every Tuesday evening from 5-8p throughout the summer. We are open late until 8, and will provide a variety of games such as trivia night, scavenger hunts, giant chess, human checkers, bowling, and many more! Bring the whole family for an evening of fun and play.
D.I.Y. (do it yourself) days at the Orpheum to make, create and collaborate with friends and family on art projects and science experiments. Every Saturday, 1-3 p.m., free with admission.
D.I.Y. (do it yourself) days at the Orpheum to make, create and collaborate with friends and family on art projects and science experiments. Every Saturday, 1-3 p.m., free with admission.
Drop off your children for an evening adventure of hands-on workshops and play. For children ages 4 and older, registration required. Members $12, $10 siblings. Non-members $14, $12 siblings. Registration required.
D.I.Y. (do it yourself) days at the Orpheum to make, create and collaborate with friends and family on art projects and science experiments. Every Saturday, 1-3 p.m., free with admission.
This wildly popular camp is being offered 2 times during the summer, with 2 different curriculumn. Registration and fees available on www.invent.org. From 9-3 p.m.
D.I.Y. (do it yourself) days at the Orpheum to make, create and collaborate with friends and family on art projects and science experiments. Every Saturday, 1-3 p.m., free with admission. more information >
Family game night is every Tuesday evening from 5-8p throughout the summer. The museum is open late until 8, and will provide a variety of games such as trivia night, scavenger hunts, giant chess, human checkers, bowling, and many more! Bring the whole family for an evening of fun and play.
Where does all of our stuff come from and where does it go? Ipods, Razors and X-boxes, oh my! What’s all that talk about global warming, anyway? And what does it have to do with our stuff? Join in to bust the myths about stuff, landfills, global warming, and even design your own earth friendly products. Programming developed through an Institute of Museum and Library Sciences grant. Grades K-2 and 3-5. 8:30 a.m. – noon .$140– members, $150– nonmembers. more information >
Family game night is every Tuesday evening from 5-8p throughout the summer. The museum is open late until 8, and will provide a variety of games such as trivia night, scavenger hunts, giant chess, human checkers, bowling, and many more! Bring the whole family for an evening of fun and play.
D.I.Y. (do it yourself) days at the Orpheum to make, create and collaborate with friends and family on art projects and science experiments. Every Saturday, 1-3 p.m., free with admission.
Leap into the fascinating world of animals with crafts, experiments and games. Meet some real-life furry, scaly, and feathery friends! Grades K-2 and 3-5. 8:30 a.m. – noon .$140– members, $150– nonmembers. more information >
D.I.Y. (do it yourself) days at the Orpheum to make, create and collaborate with friends and family on art projects and science experiments. Every Saturday, 1-3 p.m., free with admission.
Drop off your children for an evening adventure of hands-on workshops and play. For children ages 4 and older, registration required. Members $12, $10 siblings. Non-members $14, $12 siblings. Registration required.
Family game night is every Tuesday evening from 5-8p throughout the summer. The museum is open late until 8, and will provide a variety of games such as trivia night, scavenger hunts, giant chess, human checkers, bowling, and many more! Bring the whole family for an evening of fun and play.
We will expand upon our wildly popular Lego club curriculum, to provide a week long program to teach basic engineering and design through hands on explorations. Grades K-2 and 3-5. 8:30 a.m. – noon .$140– members, $150– nonmembers. more information >
D.I.Y. (do it yourself) days at the Orpheum to make, create and collaborate with friends and family on art projects and science experiments. Every Saturday, 1-3 p.m., free with admission.
Travel back in time to the age of the dinosaur and discover what they ate, how big they were, and what they left behind. Dig for fossils and look at real dinosaur bones! Grades K-2. 8:30 a.m. – noon .$140– members, $150– nonmembers.more information >
Join us in hosting Champaign-Urbana's Theater Company in their Aspects of Acting at the Orpheum. An experiential camp with a dramatic twist and every day a new adventure is included. In this week will be stage direction, improvisation, acting technique, and theatre games. On Friday friends and family will join in the dramatic conclusion for a performance by participants. For ages 8-12. 8:30 a.m. – noon .$140– members, $150– nonmembers. more information >
D.I.Y. (do it yourself) days at the Orpheum to make, create and collaborate with friends and family on art projects and science experiments. Every Saturday, 1-3 p.m., free with admission.
Family game night is every Tuesday evening from 5-8p throughout the summer. The museum is open late until 8, and will provide a variety of games such as trivia night, scavenger hunts, giant chess, human checkers, bowling, and many more! Bring the whole family for an evening of fun and play.
This wildly popular camp is being offered 2 times, with 2 different camps this summer. Registration and fees available on www.invent.org. From 9-3 p.m. more information >
D.I.Y. (do it yourself) days at the Orpheum to make, create and collaborate with friends and family on art projects and science experiments. Every Saturday, 1-3 p.m., free with admission.
Family game night is every Tuesday evening from 5-8p throughout the summer. The museum is open late until 8, and will provide a variety of games such as trivia night, scavenger hunts, giant chess, human checkers, bowling, and many more! Bring the whole family for an evening of fun and play.
Using materials from the Nanoscale Informal Science Education Network and hands on exploration we will look at the big world of the world in miniature. Grades K-2 and 3-5. more information >
D.I.Y. (do it yourself) days at the Orpheum to make, create and collaborate with friends and family on art projects and science experiments. Every Saturday, 1-3 p.m., free with admission.
Family game night is every Tuesday evening from 5-8p throughout the summer. The museum is open late until 8, and will provide a variety of games such as trivia night, scavenger hunts, giant chess, human checkers, bowling, and many more! Bring the whole family for an evening of fun and play.
D.I.Y. (do it yourself) days at the Orpheum to make, create and collaborate with friends and family on art projects and science experiments. Every Saturday, 1-3 p.m., free with admission.
Drop off your children for an evening adventure of hands-on workshops and play. For children ages 4 and older, registration required. Members $12, $10 siblings. Non-members $14, $12 siblings. Registration required.
Family game night is every Tuesday evening from 5-8p throughout the summer. The museum is open late until 8, and will provide a variety of games such as trivia night, scavenger hunts, giant chess, human checkers, bowling, and many more! Bring the whole family for an evening of fun and play.
