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 & […]
Have you ever wished for some kid-free time playing with the crane? Or have you been looking for an idea for your next date night or get together with your friends? Join us for Art Jam!, an adults-only (21+), after-hours event at the Building for Kids on Saturday, February 25 from 6-9pm! Participate in art-themed […]
On Saturday, December 31, the Building for Kids will be hosting BFK New Year sponsored by First Impressions Pediatric Dentistry and Orthodontics. We’ll be ringing in the New Year with fun, family-friendly activities planned throughout the day. We’ll celebrate 2023 with countdowns, ball drops, confetti tosses, and parades around the museum at 10am, 12pm, and […]
Since 1992, the Building for Kids has served as a safe place to learn, grow, and explore for families in our local community and beyond, impacting generations. We believe in the power of play, and research continues to demonstrate that intergenerational, community-based play provides a singular opportunity to support cognitive and physical development, buffer against […]
Happy birthday to us! The Building for Kids is turning 30 this year, and you are invited to celebrate with us. Keep reading below to learn about the different ways you can join in the fun! BFK Birthday Bash! Saturday, November 5: 9am – 4pm Your family is invited to our 30th birthday party! We’re […]
You’re invited to join us for the 13th annual BFK Children’s Parade presented by ThedaCare on Wednesday, July 27! Kids and their families are encouraged to stroll down College Avenue in themed costumes and non-motorized floats in a parade all about them. Families and friends are encouraged to come together to brainstorm their themes and […]
We are launching Summer Explorer Camps, starting this June and running through August! We will be offering 9 different themed weeks throughout the summer. Campers can explore their artistic side as they create their own art gallery or learn what it takes to be an entrepreneur as they start their own business. Campers can also […]
On Sunday, April 10 from 9am – 2pm, the BFK is hosting Financial Literacy Free Day sponsored by Money Smart Week Fox Cities. Admission will be FREE all day and we’ll have fun activities centered around financial literacy. Kids will learn about earning, spending, sharing, and saving through a mini economy. Upon entering the museum, […]
Spend the morning with Curious George! We’re hosting a Breakfast with Curious George event on Saturday, April 2 from 8 – 10am, sponsored by TDS. Check out the list below to learn more about what you can expect during the event: Storytime: Throughout the morning, we’ll host storytimes, featuring “Curious George Makes Pancakes.” Breakfast: We’ll […]
New traveling exhibit open January 15 – May 8 at the Building for Kids! Based on the familiar characters in H.A. and Margret Rey’s classic stories, this new traveling exhibit inspires children’s natural curiosity as they explore science, math, and engineering concepts through hands-on, interactive play. The immersive exhibit environment takes place in the neighborhood […]
