Curiosity Kits

We are no longer taking Curiosity Kit orders.

The Museum is open full-time and staff are not making kits at this time.

Research shows that children under the age of eight struggle the most with virtual learning. Instead, they need active, hands-on learning opportunities for proper early childhood development. For this reason, the Museum began providing free or low-cost art and science kits to students in need this past summer.

Demand for these quality kits is growing exponentially and we are now working with dozens of community organizations as well as schools and libraries in five counties to enrich learning. More than 10,000 kits covering 25 topics have been delivered. Requests for 3,000 more are in the works.

If you would like to request a free kit or purchase a kit, see below. If you would like to sponsor a kit, please email awilkening@hocm.org.

Free Curiosity Kits for Schools, Libraries, and Community Partners

The Curiosity Kit program is designed to provide interactive STEAM learning experiences for kids to do at home.

Research shows that children under the age of eight struggle the most with virtual learning. Instead, they need active, hands-on learning opportunities for proper early childhood development. For this reason, the Museum began providing free or low-cost art and science kits to students in need this past summer.

Demand for these quality kits is growing exponentially and we are now working with dozens of community organizations as well as schools and libraries in five counties to enrich learning. More than 8,000 kits covering 25 topics have been delivered in the past six months. Requests for 4,000 more are in the works.

Kit Topics and Age Range

Twenty-five different topics cover art and science themes and are designed for specific age ranges.

Curriculum for many of our preschool kits is available in English and Spanish.

Examples:

Order Kits

For a full list of available kits, or to request kits for your school or organization, email awilkening@hocm.org.