To celebrate no school over winter break, the Building for Kids will feature a new theme each day from December 26 – 31! We will also be expanding our regular hours to include Monday, December 29. Plan your visit to the BFK and check out our exciting line-up of themes: Friday, December 26: Olympic Trials […]
Looking for a non-material gift for a young family in your life? Give the gift of endless play, adventure, and family bonding with a membership to the Building for Kids this holiday season! BFK members not only get unlimited free admission to the museum, but also a variety of other perks, including: Exclusive morning and […]
We’re excited to share that the Morgridge Family Foundation has generously pledged a $50,000 matching gift to support our Annual Appeal! This gift means that every dollar donated to the Annual Appeal will be doubled, amplifying the impact you can make on our programs, community initiatives, and inclusive, play-based learning experiences we provide for children […]
Character Events are Back! We have an exciting lineup of storybook stars coming to visit the BFK this fall! Once per month, we host character events that include pizza, after-hours playtime, storytimes, themed activities, and plenty of photo opportunities with a famous storybook character. Our fall events include: October: PJ Party with Llama Llama November: […]
September is Member Appreciation Month! We’re excited to dedicate the month of September to celebrating our incredible members! Our members are at the very heart of the Building for Kids. Every visit and moment of discovery is enriched because of all the families who choose to be a part of the BFK community. You […]
Coming to the BFK September 21 – January 4! The Building for Kids is excited to be opening new traveling exhibit, The Amazing Castle™, on Sunday, September 21! In this exhibit, families will be immersed in a magical castle village, learning what it’s like to be a part of a medieval community. Featuring costumes, props, […]
You’re invited to participate in the 16th Annual BFK Children’s Parade, presented by ThedaCare, on July 23! Get your crew, costumes, and creativity ready because the BFK Children’s Parade is returning on Wednesday, July 23! During this annual tradition all about celebrating the kids in our community, families and groups stroll through downtown Appleton in themed […]
More days, more play! As school wraps up and summer begins, the Building for Kids is excited to add Mondays to our hours of operation! Starting June 2 and continuing through the end of August, we’ll be open every day of the week from 9am – 4pm, giving your family even more opportunities to visit […]
Introducing our newly renovated quiet room! Designed to better support the autism community and those with sensory sensitivities, we recently opened a brand-new quiet room called the Space Station! The room, now equipped with a fresh coat of paint, updated lighting, new furniture, and enhanced self-regulation tools, embodies a space theme throughout it. The space […]
Join us for a summer of fun and exploration! We’re thrilled to bring back our Summer Explorer Camps for 2025 with some exciting changes! Similar to last year, Summer Explorer Camp will run throughout July and August and will continue to provide children with an unforgettable experience, blending hands-on learning, social engagement, and free play. […]
