Inspiring the next generation of change makers! From parks and recreation centers to schools and nonprofits, we have so many wonderful places to be grateful for in our community. But all of these places, including the Building for Kids itself, wouldn’t be possible if it weren’t for those who decided that they were going to […]
Explore our latest renovations! The Building for Kids is proud to have officially opened three renovated exhibits and a new Welcome Center! On Tuesday, September 17, a round robin ribbon cutting event with individual ribbon cuttings for each new space was held to celebrate. These updates combine to form one of the biggest renovations at […]
You’re invited to a night of free admission at the BFK! Get crafty, enjoy story time, and celebrate diversity by attending Diversity Discover Free Night at the Building for Kids! During this free event on Saturday, September 21 from 4:00 – 7:00 pm, local non-profits and community groups will lead hands-on activities and host performances […]
Introducing Member Mornings at the BFK! We’re thrilled to announce the launch of Member Mornings at the Building for Kids! Starting in September, we’re offering our valued members a special opportunity to enjoy the museum. On Wednesday and Saturday mornings from 8 – 9am, the museum will be open exclusively for members to explore our […]
You’re invited to the 15th annual BFK Children’s Parade presented by ThedaCare on Wednesday, July 24! Celebrate children during this annual summer tradition where kids and their grown-ups stroll through the streets of Downtown Appleton dressed in themed costumes and non-motorized floats (bikes, wagons, strollers, etc.). Gather your family, friends, or other groups and brainstorm […]
Zeke from the PBS Kids show “Work It Out Wombats” is planning a trip to the BFK and you should too! The TV star is bringing the Treeborhood fun from June 25 – July 1 which will include a special playdate. Join us on Friday, June 28 from 5 – 7pm for exclusive, after-hours playtime, […]
Part of our mission at the Building for Kids is to inspire discovery. This takes many shapes throughout the museum from exploring how pulleys can change a ball’s path in Move It to what different foods taste like during one of our Food to Grow activities. Giving kids a safe, encouraging, and welcoming place to […]
The Building for Kids is excited to once again be hosting Summer Explorer Camps! Campers will have the opportunity to build new skills, explore different weekly themes, and, of course, play, all while making new friends along the way. We’ll be offering 8 themed weeks of camp, starting in July. Weekly themes include Robotics & […]
Celebrate the love of a family at the BFK! Join us on February 17 for special Valentine’s Day activities! There will be activities for the whole family all over the museum including a card exchange! Stop by the art studio which will be divided in half, one for adults and one for kids. Each half […]
Ring in the New Year with us on Sunday, December 31! The Building for Kids will be hosting BFK New Year sponsored by First Impressions Pediatric Dentistry and Orthodontics from 9am until 4pm. We’ll celebrate with countdowns, ball drops, confetti tosses, and parades around the museum at 10am, 12pm, and 2pm. Throughout the day, we […]
