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Messy play is in full swing for its third summer at the Curiosity Kitchen, Boston Children’s Museum’s temporary outdoor exhibit! While Curiosity Kitchen is a wonderful addition for Museum visitors, any families passing by on the Children’s Wharf are both welcome and encouraged to play in the exhibit.
Next up in the Habits of Mind Series: Being Playful! You might think that everything at Boston Children’s Museum would encompass some element of play. You would be correct! But, have you ever stopped to think about why play is so important? Explore these questions and more in our latest blog!
There’s something new on display at Boston Children’s Museum! If you’ve visited the Museum recently, you may have noticed BCM’s new Community Quilt hanging on the third floor wall between Dinos in Space and the Japanese House exhibit. What is the story behind this quilt?
Recently, a child said to me that “why” is her favorite word and that she could even ask it for a hundred years. That’s a really long time! While the frustration of being caught in a “why” loop might cloud the positives, we can remind ourselves that there is curiosity beneath all of these “whys.”
Mud pie masterpieces, crushed flower cupcakes, watermelon pie, what might you cook up using natural materials, kitchenware, and your imagination? Boston Children’s Museum recently celebrated our Summer of Curiosity, encouraging visitors to think, wonder, and ask questions about the world around them. Learn about Museum Program Fellow Kate and team’s experiences in the latest blog post!
Boston Children’s Museum’s Japanese House, a 140 year old traditional Japanese House, was a friendship gift given from Kyoto, Japan to Boston in 1979 to commemorate the 20th anniversary of their Sister Cities relationship. Years later, the Japanese House still acts as a symbol of friendship, bringing together old and new friends. In this blog, Sean shares their thoughts about reuniting with old friends at the Japanese House.
Food has the power to form connections and elicit specific memories. Whether through the act of cooking, sharing a meal, or discovering a special dish out in the world, food is a powerful connector.
The Power of Play 