Dicken’s Festival Weekend – Open Play Hours – 12-8-24
Dec 08, 2024 1:00PM—5:00PM
Location
Long Island Explorium Port Jeff Harbor 101 East Broadway Port Jefferson, NY 11777
Cost Long Island Explorium admission is $6 per child, $8 per adult, Long Island Explorium members and children under 1 are free.
Categories Events, Free Events, Museum Hours
During Open Play this Dicken's Festival Weekend: Victorian Visions: Build Your Own Kaleidoscope!
A Special Event During the Port Jefferson Charles Dickens Festival
Step back in time and experience the magic of the Victorian era at the Long Island Explorium! As part of the Port Jefferson Charles Dickens Festival, we invite you and your family to craft your very own kaleidoscope in this unique hands-on activity.
What Awaits You:
- Create Your Own Kaleidoscope
Discover the science of light, reflection, and symmetry as you design and build a kaleidoscope to take home. - Learn the History
Explore the connection between kaleidoscopes, the Victorian world of Charles Dickens, and the innovative spirit of the 19th century.
Event Details:
- Dates: During the Port Jefferson Charles Dickens Festival, Saturday & Sunday, December 7th-8th
- Hours: During regular museum hours, 1 - 5 PM
- Admission: Museum Admission: $6 for children, $8 for adults
Add-On Kaleidoscope Activity: $5 per participant
Free Admission for SNAP/EBT Card Holders and Blue Star Families
PLUS, enjoy free popcorn and hot cocoa included with your museum admission!
Why You’ll Love Victorian Visions:
This family-friendly activity combines the creativity of crafting with the wonder of STEM, making it a perfect addition to your Dickens Festival experience. Celebrate the holiday season by learning, creating, and stepping into the innovative world of the Victorian era!
About the Long Island Explorium (a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit, charitable organization):
Founded in 2005, the Long Island Explorium is not just a museum; it's a launchpad for imagination and discovery. Through interactive exhibits, engaging workshops, and community events, we strive to ignite curiosity and passion for science and learning in hearts young and old. Join us on this adventure, where every question is a journey, and every journey brings us closer under the canopy of the cosmos.
Long Island Explorium is committed to the development of programs and exhibits deeply rooted in research and evidence-based practice. Our programs are aligned with NYSSLS, ELA, Math, and Social Studies Standards.
These events are organized by the Long Island Explorium and provided free of charge in our support of children and STEM enrichment. If you would like to support this or any of our programs, please consider a donation of $10 to the Explorium by visiting our Support Page https://longislandexplorium.org/support-us/
Please view our Visit Us page to learn more about our reopening and enhanced protocols, https://longislandexplorium.org/visit-us/
General Admissions Information
Our current General Hours are:
Saturday and Sunday: 1 PM – 5 PM
School Year Hours in effect starting September 2nd, 2024
Additional hours during special events, school breaks, and holidays as noted. See our Calendar of Events page for upcoming events
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For more details, including a virtual tour, map, and additional information, visit our Visit Us Page.
Children: $6
Adults: $8
Members and children under 1 are free
Port Jefferson Library card holders - $1 off each admission ticket
In addition to our regular hours, we will be OPEN:
Winter Recess:
- Monday, 12/23/24
- Thursday, 12/26/24
- Friday, 12/27/24
- Monday, 12/30/24
- Tuesday, 12/31/24
Closed Christmas Eve & Christmas Day
Additional dates to be added
The location
The Long Island Explorium is a leading non-profit organization in STEM education with a mission to foster innovative thinking, build confidence, and promote teamwork among future generations. Our unique curriculum, exhibits, and educational approach is designed to spark creative solutions and encourage a "fail forward" mindset. As Long Island's premier family maker space, we host the annual Maker Faire Long Island, further solidifying our position as a leading innovator in STEM education and discovery.