Wednesdays | September – May | 9:30 – 11:00 A.M.

Ages 3-5

Little Learners ages 3 through 5 sharpen their science skills as they experiment, read, explore, sing, and create! Featuring child and grown-up socialization time in the KidsPlace exhibit.

Field Trip Fun at Whitaker Center is possible with the STEM Scholarship Program

Pricing

Members: $5 per child
Non-members: $10 per child 

Each child ticket includes admission for one accompanying adult.
Complimentary admission is available with an ACCESS card (email info@whitakercenter.org).
Tickets are nonrefundable but can be transferred to a future Little Learners program upon request. 

Registration

To help us prepare and ensure the best experience for everyone, please purchase tickets at least 48 hours in advance.

Please note: Programs require a minimum number of participants. If minimum enrollment is not met, we will notify participants two days before the scheduled date that the program is canceled. Early registration helps us keep these opportunities available! Consider adding a ticket for a friend or sibling!

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Welcome Back, Young Scientists!

Attention Little Space Cadets!  We need your help in discovering what lies beyond our atmosphere in Outer Space.  Join us as we Blast Off into Space through 4 Weeks of Fun-Filled, Cosmic Activities!  

Wednesday, October 7th: Stars & Galaxies

We’re Going Galactic!  Join us for activities that will twinkle just like the stars in the sky!  There may even be an extraterrestrial surprise!

Wednesday, October 14th: Our Solar System

Buckle up for an asteroid-dodging adventure through all eight planets in our solar system.

Wednesday, October 21st: The Sun and the Moon

Let’s Eclipse! Grab your telescopes because this week we’re joining the Sun and the Moon on an adventure that has lasted for nearly 4.6 Billion Years!

Wednesday, Oct 28th: Astronaut for a Day

Blast Off!  Kid’s Place has turned into our very own spaceship launching pad!  Don’t forget your moon boots!

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For questions or to register via phone, contact our box office at 717-214-ARTS.

Other Details

Please note: The Science Center will not be open for exploration during or after this session.

Please enter through the 3rd Street entrance (across from Strawberry Square).
Grown-ups MUST stay with their Little Learner at all times.

Thank you to Penn National Insurance for sponsoring this program.

Penn National Insurance

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