Calendar Events

What’s Happening
at Explore

From daily activities to exciting monthly celebrations, there’s always something going on at the Explore Museum. Explore our event calendar and discover family-friendly activities, cultural performances, live music, community gatherings, and more.

Community Events

Dancers & Dance Community

Ready to elevate your floorwork? Join us THIS SATURDAY, Aug 8th from 3:00 – 5:00 PM at Explore! Arts Place.

8/8/2026 3:00 PM

8/8/2026 5:00 PM

$25

Maker Space

Kid's Maker Space

Join us for our kid's community maker space series. Each week activities range from creating clay sculptures, organized movement and dance, or artist-led traditional arts and crafts.

1/6/2026 4:00 PM

1/6/2026 6:00 PM

Weekly

Tue

June 27, 2026

Scheduled

Maker Space

Kid's Maker Space

Join us for our kid's community maker space series. Each week activities range from creating clay sculptures, organized movement and dance, or artist-led traditional arts and crafts.

6/29/2026 3:30 PM

6/29/2026 5:30 PM

Weekdays (Mon-Fri)

Mon

August 1, 2026

Free!

Scheduled

Classes & Workshops

Dance Loft on 14: Baby & Me

A sweet and supportive introduction to ballet for your little one - taught through music, movement, and playful props.

8/29/2026 10:00 AM

8/29/2026 10:45 AM

Weekly

Sat

December 5, 2026

$280/14 weeks

Classes & Workshops

Dance Loft on 14: Pre-Ballet

Our Pre-Ballet class introduces our youngest dancers (ages 4–6) to ballet in a fun and positive environment that allows students to learn dance skills and activate their creativity.

8/24/2026 5:00 PM

8/24/2026 5:45 PM

Weekly

Mon

November 30, 2026

$280/10 weeks

Kids & Family

Dance Loft Youth Summer Program at Explore! Museum

Join us for a bilingual summer program blending Pre-Ballet, Creative Movement, and crafts for children ages 7-9.

6/29/2026 9:00 AM

6/29/2026 5:30 PM

Weekdays (Mon-Fri)

August 1, 2026

Full and partial scholarships available

Scheduled

Maker Space

Kid's Maker Space

Join us for our kid's community maker space series. Each week activities range from creating clay sculptures, organized movement and dance, or artist-led traditional arts and crafts.

1/8/2026 4:00 PM

1/8/2026 6:00 PM

Weekly

Thu

June 27, 2026

Scheduled

Family Fun Day with the Explore! Museum

Bring the family for a day of interactive exhibits and hands-on activities designed to inspire creativity and play.

5/31/2025 8:00 PM

Hand Painted Swinger

Mark your calendars for this Rock/Alt Rock cover band you won't want to miss out on!

7/17/2025 8:00 PM

Field Day Fun

Share your nostalgic field day favorites with the whole family this summer!

6/27/2025 8:00 PM

"Minecraft" Back to School Bash & Pizza Party

Enjoy some summer fun for the whole family!

8/22/2025 8:00 PM

Kid's Maker Space Series

A creative hub for local kids and families to build, explore, and imagine together.

7/17/2025 8:00 PM

Kid's Maker Space Series: Collage Workshop

A creative hub for local kids and families to build, explore, and imagine together.

7/10/2025 8:00 PM

Kid's Maker Space Series

A creative hub for local kids and families to build, explore, and imagine together.

7/24/2025 8:00 PM

Dance Workshop with with local artist Clara Malone!

A creative hub for local kids and families to build, explore, and imagine together.

8/7/2025 8:00 PM

Kid's Maker Space Series

A creative hub for local kids and families to build, explore, and imagine together.

7/31/2025 8:00 PM

Clay Workshop Part 3

Decorate clay miniatures with Ms. Clara!

8/21/2025 8:00 PM

Clay Workshop Part 2

Paint clay miniatures with Ms. Clara!

8/19/2025 8:00 PM

Clay Workshop

Make clay miniatures with Ms. Clara!

8/14/2025 8:00 PM

Paint Your Own Tile

Turn plain ceramic tiles into tiny works of art!

8/28/2025 8:00 PM

Clay & Crafts Preview: Explore! Maker Pop-Up

Experiment with clay and paint tiles!

9/9/2025 8:00 PM

Art All Night: Explore! Maker Pop-Up

Explore our new Terra Cotta in DC exhibit!

9/11/2025 8:00 PM

Clay & Crafts: Explore! Maker Pop-Up

Experiment with clay and paint tiles!

9/25/2025 8:00 PM

Clay & Crafts: Explore! Maker Pop-Up

Experiment with clay and paint tiles!

10/2/2025 8:00 PM

Explore! Community Mosaic Workshop

Paint a tile, leave your mark, and meet your neighbors while shaping the first permanent installation at Explore! Fort Totten.

10/8/2025 8:00 PM

Explore! Community Mosaic Workshop

Paint a tile, leave your mark, and meet your neighbors while shaping the first permanent installation at Explore! Fort Totten.

10/15/2025 8:00 PM

Explore! Community Mosaic Workshop

Paint a tile, leave your mark, and meet your neighbors while shaping the first permanent installation at Explore! Fort Totten.

10/22/2025 8:00 PM

Explore! Community Mosaic Workshop

Paint a tile, leave your mark, and meet your neighbors while shaping the first permanent installation at Explore! Fort Totten.

10/29/2025 8:00 PM

Candle Making Workshop

A hands-on candle making class perfect for families, teens & adults — craft your own scent and bring it home!

10/27/2025 8:00 PM

Candle Making Workshop

A hands-on candle making class perfect for families, teens & adults — craft your own scent and bring it home!

11/12/2025 7:00 PM

Explore! Kid's Maker Space Activities: Nature and Texture

Come play and create at Explore! this week as we experiment with nature and texture.

11/3/2025 7:00 PM

Explore! Kid's Maker Space Activities: Nature and Texture

Come play and create at Explore! this week as we experiment with nature and texture.

11/5/2025 7:00 PM

Explore! Kid's Maker Space Activities: Harvest Sparkle

Come play and create this week as we experiment with pinecones and wreaths!

11/10/2025 7:00 PM

Explore! Kid's Maker Space Activities: Harvest Sparkle

Come play and create this week as we experiment with pinecones and wreaths!

11/12/2025 7:00 PM

Explore! Kid's Maker Space Activities: Gratitude & Light

Create at Explore! this week as kid's add their "thankful hands" to our community wall.

11/17/2025 7:00 PM

Explore! Kid's Maker Space Activities: Gratitude & Light

Create at Explore! this week as kid's add their "thankful hands" to our community wall.

11/19/2025 7:00 PM

Dance Loft Classes at Explore! Fort Totten

Creative movement and dance for ages 4 to 8.

11/16/2025 7:00 PM

Dance Loft Classes at Explore! Fort Totten

Creative movement and dance for ages 4 to 8.

11/23/2025 7:00 PM

Dance Loft Classes at Explore! Fort Totten

Creative movement and dance for ages 4 to 8.

11/30/2025 7:00 PM

Dance Loft Classes at Explore! Fort Totten

Creative movement and dance for ages 4 to 8.

12/7/2025 7:00 PM

Dance Loft Classes at Explore! Fort Totten

Creative movement and dance for ages 4 to 8.

12/14/2025 7:00 PM

Dance Loft Classes at Explore! Fort Totten

Creative movement and dance for ages 4 to 8.

12/21/2025 7:00 PM

Explore! Kid's Maker Space Activities: Light in the Dark

Come play and create at Explore! this week as we experiment with light and messages of gratitude!

12/1/2025 7:00 PM

Explore! Kid's Maker Space Activities: Light in the Dark

Come play and create at Explore! this week as we experiment with light and messages of gratitude!

12/3/2025 7:00 PM

Explore! Kid's Maker Space Activities: Hands & Hearts

Come play and create at Explore! this week as we experiment with gold, hands, and hearts.

12/8/2025 7:00 PM

Explore! Kid's Maker Space Activities: Hands & Hearts

Come play and create at Explore! this week as we experiment with gold, hands, and hearts.

12/10/2025 7:00 PM

Explore! Kid's Maker Space Activities: Stories in the Stars

Come play and create at Explore! this week as create a galaxy of stories!

12/15/2025 7:00 PM

Candle Making Workshop

A hands-on candle making class perfect for families, teens & adults — craft your own scent and bring it home!

12/17/2025 7:00 PM

Explore! Winter Wonderland

Come out to the 1st Annual Holiday Party at Art Place Fort Totten

12/5/2025 7:00 PM

Explore! Kid's Maker Space Activities: Snow Science + Art

Come play and create at Explore! this week as we experiment with science and art!

1/7/2026 7:00 PM

Explore! Kid's Maker Space Activities: Fort Totten Texture Day

Come play and create at Explore! this week as we work with clay. Free event!

1/12/2026 7:00 PM

Explore! Kid's Maker Space Activities: Community Kindness

Come play and create at Explore! this week. Free event!

1/14/2026 7:00 PM

Explore! Kid's Maker Space Activities: Build-a-City

Come play and create at Explore! this week as we build a city! Free event.

1/19/2026 7:00 PM

Explore! Kid's Maker Space Activities: Wearable Winter Art

Design felt pouches with us! Free event.

1/21/2026 7:00 PM

Explore! Kid's Maker Space Activities: Big Color + Big Shapes

Come play and create at Explore! with bold shapes, bright colors, and lots of movement- Free event!

1/26/2026 7:00 PM

January Finale: Gallery Night

We’re closing January with a celebration! Free event.

1/28/2026 7:00 PM

Dance Loft Classes at Explore! Fort Totten

Creative movement and dance for ages 4 to 8.

1/11/2026 7:00 PM

Dance Loft Classes at Explore! Fort Totten

Creative movement and dance for ages 4 to 8.

1/18/2026 7:00 PM

Dance Loft Classes at Explore! Fort Totten

Creative movement and dance for ages 4 to 8.

1/25/2026 7:00 PM

Dance Loft Classes at Explore! Fort Totten

Creative movement and dance for ages 4 to 8.

2/1/2026 7:00 PM

Dance Loft Classes at Explore! Fort Totten

Creative movement and dance for ages 4 to 8.

2/8/2026 7:00 PM

Explore! Kid's Maker Space Activities: Open Art Studio

Come play and create at Explore! this week- Free event!

2/2/2026 7:00 PM

Explore! Kid's Maker Space Activities: Clay & Texture

Experiment with clay & texture- Free event!

2/4/2026 7:00 PM

Explore! Kid's Maker Space Activities: Cardboard Creations

Get creative this week at Explore!

2/9/2026 7:00 PM

Valentine’s Card Origami

Get creative this Valentine’s season with our Valentine’s Card Origami workshop! Free event.

2/11/2026 7:00 PM

Explore! Kid's Maker Space Activities: Paper & Pattern

Come and create with paper and patterns at Explore! this week.

2/16/2026 7:00 PM

Explore! Kid's Maker Space Activities: Clay Open Studio

Create with clay!

2/18/2026 7:00 PM

Explore! Kid's Maker Space Activities: Tile and Mosaic Play

Experiment with tiles and mosaics!

2/23/2026 7:00 PM

Explore! Kid's Maker Space Activities: Mixed Materials Studio

Experiment using paint, paper, cardboard, clay, and craft materials.

2/25/2026 7:00 PM

BABY & ME Classes with Dance Loft

Introduction to ballet for your little one ages 1 to 3.

2/13/2026 7:00 PM

BABY & ME Classes with Dance Loft

Introduction to ballet for your little one ages 1 to 3.

2/20/2026 7:00 PM

BABY & ME Classes with Dance Loft

Introduction to ballet for your little one ages 1 to 3.

2/27/2026 7:00 PM

BABY & ME Classes with Dance Loft

Introduction to ballet for your little one ages 1 to 3.

3/6/2026 7:00 PM

BABY & ME Classes with Dance Loft

Introduction to ballet for your little one ages 1 to 3.

3/13/2026 8:00 PM

BABY & ME Classes with Dance Loft

Introduction to ballet for your little one ages 1 to 3.

3/20/2026 8:00 PM

BABY & ME Classes with Dance Loft

Introduction to ballet for your little one ages 1 to 3.

3/27/2026 8:00 PM

BABY & ME Classes with Dance Loft

Introduction to ballet for your little one ages 1 to 3.

4/3/2026 8:00 PM

BABY & ME Classes with Dance Loft

Introduction to ballet for your little one ages 1 to 3.

4/10/2026 8:00 PM

BABY & ME Classes with Dance Loft

Introduction to ballet for your little one ages 1 to 3.

4/17/2026 8:00 PM

Pre Ballet with Dance Loft

Creative movement and dance for ages 4 to 8.

2/15/2026 7:00 PM

Pre Ballet with Dance Loft

Creative movement and dance for ages 4 to 8.

2/22/2026 7:00 PM

Pre Ballet with Dance Loft

Creative movement and dance for ages 4 to 8.

3/1/2026 7:00 PM

2/1/2026 7:00 PM

Pre Ballet with Dance Loft

Creative movement and dance for ages 4 to 8.

3/8/2026 8:00 PM

Pre Ballet with Dance Loft

Creative movement and dance for ages 4 to 8.

3/15/2026 8:00 PM

Bilingual Creative Movement with Dance Loft

Introduces students to dance education, technique, and foundational elements in both English and Spanish.

2/20/2026 7:00 PM

Bilingual Creative Movement with Dance Loft

Introduces students to dance education, technique, and foundational elements in both English and Spanish.

2/27/2026 7:00 PM

Bilingual Creative Movement with Dance Loft

Introduces students to dance education, technique, and foundational elements in both English and Spanish.

3/6/2026 7:00 PM

Pre Ballet with Dance Loft

Creative movement and dance for ages 4 to 8.

2/27/2026 7:00 PM

Pre Ballet with Dance Loft

Creative movement and dance for ages 4 to 8.

3/6/2026 7:00 PM

Pre Ballet with Dance Loft

Creative movement and dance for ages 4 to 8.

3/13/2026 8:00 PM

Pre Ballet with Dance Loft

Creative movement and dance for ages 4 to 8.

3/20/2026 8:00 PM

Pre Ballet with Dance Loft

Creative movement and dance for ages 4 to 8.

3/27/2026 8:00 PM

Pre Ballet with Dance Loft

Creative movement and dance for ages 4 to 8.

4/3/2026 8:00 PM

Pre Ballet with Dance Loft

Creative movement and dance for ages 4 to 8.

4/10/2026 8:00 PM

Pre Ballet with Dance Loft

Creative movement and dance for ages 4 to 8.

4/17/2026 8:00 PM

Open Art Studio

Drop in anytime. All ages welcome.

3/2/2026 7:00 PM

Kid's Maker Space Series: Mixed Materials Studio

Experiment using paint, paper, cardboard, clay, and craft materials.

3/4/2026 7:00 PM

Clay Open Studio

Experiment using air-dry clay

3/11/2026 8:00 PM

Kid's Maker Space Series: Cardboard Building Lab

Experiment using cardboard, paper, and popsicle sticks.

3/9/2026 8:00 PM

Kid's Maker Space Activities: Paper & Texture

Participants can explore pattern, texture, and composition.

3/16/2026 8:00 PM

Featured Events

Dancers & Dance Community

Ready to elevate your floorwork? Join us THIS SATURDAY, Aug 8th from 3:00 – 5:00 PM at Explore! Arts Place.

Learn More

Dance Loft on 14: Baby & Me

A sweet and supportive introduction to ballet for your little one - taught through music, movement, and playful props.

Learn More

Dance Loft on 14: Pre-Ballet

Our Pre-Ballet class introduces our youngest dancers (ages 4–6) to ballet in a fun and positive environment that allows students to learn dance skills and activate their creativity.

Learn More

Past Events

May 9, 2026

Bilingual Creative Movement

Introduces students to dance education, technique, and foundational elements in both English and Spanish.

Learn More

May 9, 2026

Saturday Pre Ballet Spring Session

Creative movement and dance for ages 4 to 6.

Learn More

May 4, 2026

Monday Pre Ballet Spring Session

Creative movement and dance for ages 4 to 6.

Learn More

May 2, 2026

Bilingual Creative Movement

Introduces students to dance education, technique, and foundational elements in both English and Spanish.

Learn More

May 2, 2026

Saturday Pre Ballet Spring Session

Creative movement and dance for ages 4 to 6.

Learn More

April 30, 2026

Open Art Studio

Drop in anytime. All ages welcome.

Learn More

April 28, 2026

Kid's Maker Space Activities: Clay & Form

Hands-on clay session using air-dry clay and simple tools.

Learn More

April 18, 2026

Pre Ballet with Dance Loft

Creative movement and dance for ages 4 to 8.

Learn More

April 18, 2026

BABY & ME Classes with Dance Loft

Introduction to ballet for your little one ages 1 to 3.

Learn More

April 11, 2026

Pre Ballet with Dance Loft

Creative movement and dance for ages 4 to 8.

Learn More

April 11, 2026

BABY & ME Classes with Dance Loft

Introduction to ballet for your little one ages 1 to 3.

Learn More

April 4, 2026

Pre Ballet with Dance Loft

Creative movement and dance for ages 4 to 8.

Learn More

April 4, 2026

BABY & ME Classes with Dance Loft

Introduction to ballet for your little one ages 1 to 3.

Learn More

March 28, 2026

Pre Ballet with Dance Loft

Creative movement and dance for ages 4 to 8.

Learn More

March 28, 2026

BABY & ME Classes with Dance Loft

Introduction to ballet for your little one ages 1 to 3.

Learn More

March 26, 2026

Kid's Maker Space Activities: Clay & Form

Hands-on clay session using air-dry clay and simple tools.

Learn More

March 24, 2026

Kid's Maker Space Activities: Tile Design

Learn to work with ceramic tiles and simple pattern work.

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March 21, 2026

Pre Ballet with Dance Loft

Creative movement and dance for ages 4 to 8.

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March 21, 2026

BABY & ME Classes with Dance Loft

Introduction to ballet for your little one ages 1 to 3.

Learn More

March 19, 2026

Paint Studio

Color mixing, layering, and brushwork.

Learn More

March 17, 2026

Kid's Maker Space Activities: Paper & Texture

Participants can explore pattern, texture, and composition.

Learn More

March 16, 2026

Pre Ballet with Dance Loft

Creative movement and dance for ages 4 to 8.

Learn More

March 14, 2026

Pre Ballet with Dance Loft

Creative movement and dance for ages 4 to 8.

Learn More

March 14, 2026

BABY & ME Classes with Dance Loft

Introduction to ballet for your little one ages 1 to 3.

Learn More

March 12, 2026

Clay Open Studio

Experiment using air-dry clay

Learn More

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