Shadow Stories
Watch, listen and learn from international fairy tales, folk tales and well-known classics retold through the art of shadow puppetry.
Watch, listen and learn from international fairy tales, folk tales and well-known classics retold through the art of shadow puppetry.
Paper and writing are important elements in the creation of books. Meet Thoth, a figure of Ancient Egyptian mythology, at our Discovery Cart and explore the creation and use of papyrus paper through sensory play and artistic design.
King Arty and Queen Gwen are back to tell the grand tales of King Arthur and his two most trusted knights Sir Gawaine and Sir Lancelot! But which knights’ story is the best? Choose a story favorite by competing in the Great Tournament of Stories. Our two knights will prepare the readers for battle! Those... Read more »
Gather around a campfire with Port Discovery’s musician, Mr. Seth, for seasonal songs, and cozy stories.
Kamishibai or "paper drama" is a form of Japanese storytelling using illustrated cards. Watch a selection of stories while learning about the cultural history and evolution of this beautiful style of performance.
Watch, listen and learn from international fairy tales, folk tales and well-known classics retold through the art of shadow puppetry.
Watch, listen and learn from international fairy tales, folk tales and well-known classics retold through the art of shadow puppetry.
Make a magical, winter, three-dimensional tree by upcycling a toilet paper tube. Cut and paint it any way you want then display your creation during the festive winter season. For guests 10 and up.
People use candles to decorate their houses for Christmas, Hanukkah and Kwanzaa; three wonderful holidays in December. Come to the Studio to make a paper candle collage that you can turn into a card for the holidays. For all ages.
Tis the season for giving. Create beautiful wrapping paper in the Studio Workshop with found objects and special paints to wrap your holiday presents in. For all ages.
Humans have been drumming for thousands of years. Play and make beats with a variety of drums from different countries. Then, see where they first appeared on our historical timeline.
Make a magical, winter, three-dimensional tree by upcycling a toilet paper tube. Cut and paint it any way you want then display your creation during the festive winter season. For guests 10 and up.