EXPLORE THE OUTDOORS WITH OUR POP-UP PLAY LAB!

At WonderTrek’s Play Lab, children, parents, and caregivers find a cozy space to play, explore, and learn together at their own pace. This extends outdoors, as we explore the various sights, sounds, and textures around us! Kids can learn through play as they create recipes for their favorite mud dishes; learn about plants, animals, and fossils through our Lens of Wonder program; and explore new ways to build with natural materials.

Thank you, to the city of Lakeshore, MN for letting us utilize their beautiful space at Fritz Loven Park!

Free Event

All ages

DO YOU WANT TO CONTRIBUTE TO THE DEVELOPMENT OF THE MUSEUM?

At WonderTrek’s Play Lab, children, parents, and caregivers find a cozy space to play, explore, and learn together at their own pace. The Play Lab invites children to explore different materials- build, arrange, take apart, make connections, and follow their wonder. All the while, WonderTrek is learning from and with children to build a wonder-filled children’s museum that is designed for and with our region’s children.

Ages 5 and under

Free Event

EXPLORE THE OUTDOORS WITH OUR POP-UP PLAY LAB!

At WonderTrek’s Play Lab, children, parents, and caregivers find a cozy space to play, explore, and learn together at their own pace. This extends outdoors, as we explore the various sights, sounds, and textures around us! Kids can learn through play as they create recipes for their favorite mud dishes; learn about plants, animals, and fossils through our Lens of Wonder program; and explore new ways to build with natural materials.

Thank you, to the city of Wadena, MN for letting us utilize their beautiful space at Blacks Grove Park!

Free Event

All ages

DO YOU WANT TO CONTRIBUTE TO THE DEVELOPMENT OF THE MUSEUM?

At WonderTrek’s Play Lab, children, parents, and caregivers find a cozy space to play, explore, and learn together at their own pace. The Play Lab invites children to explore different materials- build, arrange, take apart, make connections, and follow their wonder. All the while, WonderTrek is learning from and with children to build a wonder-filled children’s museum that is designed for and with our region’s children.

Ages 5 and under

Free Event

Explore the Outdoors With our pop-up play lab!

At WonderTrek’s Play Lab, children, parents, and caregivers find a cozy space to play, explore, and learn together at their own pace. This extends outdoors, as we explore the various sights, sounds, and textures around us! Kids can learn through play as they create recipes for their favorite mud dishes; learn about plants, animals, and fossils through our Lens of Wonder program; and explore new ways to build with natural materials.

Thank you, to the city of Fifty Lakes, MN, for hosting our first “Messy Play Day”!

Free Event

DO YOU WANT TO CONTRIBUTE TO THE DEVELOPMENT OF THE MUSEUM?

At WonderTrek’s Play Lab, children, parents, and caregivers find a cozy space to play, explore, and learn together at their own pace. Every Sunday, the Play Lab invites children to explore different materials- build, arrange, take apart, make connections, and follow their wonder. All the while, WonderTrek is learning from and with children to build a wonder-filled children’s museum that is designed for and with our region’s children.

Ages 5 and under

Free Event

DO YOU WANT TO CONTRIBUTE TO THE DEVELOPMENT OF THE MUSEUM?

At WonderTrek’s Play Lab, children, parents, and caregivers find a cozy space to play, explore, and learn together at their own pace. Every Sunday, the Play Lab invites children to explore different materials- build, arrange, take apart, make connections, and follow their wonder. All the while, WonderTrek is learning from and with children to build a wonder-filled children’s museum that is designed for and with our region’s children.

Ages 5 and under

Free Event

Come join us at the Northland Arboretum for Arbor Day! Free seedlings, activity booths, demonstrations, refreshments, live reptiles & more, presented by the Northland Arboretum! This event is free and for all ages!

DO YOU WANT TO CONTRIBUTE TO THE DEVELOPMENT OF THE MUSEUM?

At WonderTrek’s Play Lab, children, parents, and caregivers find a cozy space to play, explore, and learn together at their own pace. Every Sunday, the Play Lab invites children to explore different materials- build, arrange, take apart, make connections, and follow their wonder. All the while, WonderTrek is learning from and with children to build a wonder-filled children’s museum that is designed for and with our region’s children.

Ages 5 and under.

DO YOU WANT TO CONTRIBUTE TO THE DEVELOPMENT OF THE MUSEUM?

At WonderTrek’s Play Lab, children, parents, and caregivers find a cozy space to play, explore, and learn together at their own pace. Every Sunday, the Play Lab invites children to explore different materials- build, arrange, take apart, make connections, and follow their wonder. All the while, WonderTrek is learning from and with children to build a wonder-filled children’s museum that is designed for and with our region’s children.

Ages 5 and under.

DO YOU WANT TO CONTRIBUTE TO THE DEVELOPMENT OF THE MUSEUM?

At WonderTrek’s Play Lab, children, parents, and caregivers find a cozy space to play, explore, and learn together at their own pace. Every Sunday, the Play Lab invites children to explore different materials- build, arrange, take apart, make connections, and follow their wonder. All the while, WonderTrek is learning from and with children to build a wonder-filled children’s museum that is designed for and with our region’s children.

Ages 5 and under.

DO YOU WANT TO CONTRIBUTE TO THE DEVELOPMENT OF THE MUSEUM?

At WonderTrek’s Play Lab, children, parents, and caregivers find a cozy space to play, explore, and learn together at their own pace. Every Sunday, the Play Lab invites children to explore different materials- build, arrange, take apart, make connections, and follow their wonder. All the while, WonderTrek is learning from and with children to build a wonder-filled children’s museum that is designed for and with our region’s children.

Ages 5 and under.

This March in the Play Lab, dive into the fascinating world of soil and let your child’s natural curiosity grow! Families are welcome to dig in together in an environment that nurtures little explorers to explore the wonders beneath our feet.

DO YOU WANT TO CONTRIBUTE TO THE DEVELOPMENT OF THE MUSEUM?

At WonderTrek’s Play Lab, children, parents, and caregivers find a cozy space to play, explore, and learn together at their own pace. Every Sunday, the Play Lab invites children to explore different materials- build, arrange, take apart, make connections, and follow their wonder. All the while, WonderTrek is learning from and with children to build a wonder-filled children’s museum that is designed for and with our region’s children.

Ages 5 and under.

We’re back again this year at the Brainerd Lakes Home Show and Expo! Join us in the children’s play area and learn more about the museum and our offerings.

This event is open to the public and all ages! Learn about Brainerd Lakes Area businesses, view demonstrations, enjoy tasty food, and so much more! Presented by Finken Aqua Systems and Northern Pacific Center, this LARGER THAN LIFE tradeshow will highlight 160+ regional businesses showcasing their products and services. Hudson Magic will perform 5 FREE shows! PLUS, enjoy entertainment for the whole family: bounce house, live shows, face painting, children's play area, pop up brewery, food vendors, and much, much more!

Adults $5 • Seniors $4 • Kids Free!

Entrance fees are paid to Brainerd Lakes Home Show + Expo Directly
Live entertainment shows and bounce houses are FREE with admission! Kids 15 & under are free with a paid adult. Qualifying seniors are 65+. Pay at the door with cash or check.

More information about the event is available here.

We’re back again this year at the Brainerd Lakes Home Show and Expo! Join us in the children’s play area and learn more about the museum and our offerings.

This event is open to the public and all ages! Learn about Brainerd Lakes Area businesses, view demonstrations, enjoy tasty food, and so much more! Presented by Finken Aqua Systems and Northern Pacific Center, this LARGER THAN LIFE tradeshow will highlight 160+ regional businesses showcasing their products and services. Hudson Magic will perform 5 FREE shows! PLUS, enjoy entertainment for the whole family: bounce house, live shows, face painting, children's play area, pop up brewery, food vendors, and much, much more!

Adults $5 • Seniors $4 • Kids Free!

Entrance fees are paid to Brainerd Lakes Home Show + Expo Directly
Live entertainment shows and bounce houses are FREE with admission! Kids 15 & under are free with a paid adult. Qualifying seniors are 65+. Pay at the door with cash or check.

More information about the event is available here.

Let’s Play!

Explore, laugh, and make memories with a variety of activities, all designed for grandparents and grandkids to enjoy together!

Space is limited, reserve your spot today. Sign up online here or call The Center at 218-829-9345.

This February at Play Lab, embark on a space-themed adventure and let your child's curiosity blossom! Families are invited to explore together in a setting that encourages little astronauts to chart their own course. Our space setting encourages little astronauts to chart their own course, whether it's through building alien landscapes, experimenting with 'moon rocks', or creating star maps. Your child can lead the way through this universe of exploration, steering their journey through the stars and learning in their own unique way. Join us for a month where the sky is just the beginning of what we can discover together!

Week 3 (Fizzy Science): For the last Play Lab this month, we'll introduce fizzy science experiments. Watch as children mix and marvel at the colorful, bubbling reactions that bring the mysteries of space science to life.

DO YOU WANT TO CONTRIBUTE TO THE DEVELOPMENT OF THE MUSEUM?

At WonderTrek’s Play Lab, children, parents, and caregivers find a cozy space to play, explore, and learn together at their own pace. Every Sunday, the Play Lab invites children to explore different materials- build, arrange, take apart, make connections, and follow their wonder. All the while, WonderTrek is learning from and with children to build a wonder-filled children’s museum that is designed for and with our region’s children.

Ages 5 and under.

This February at Play Lab, embark on a space-themed adventure and let your child's curiosity blossom! Families are invited to explore together in a setting that encourages little astronauts to chart their own course. Our space setting encourages little astronauts to chart their own course, whether it's through building alien landscapes, experimenting with 'moon rocks', or creating star maps. Your child can lead the way through this universe of exploration, steering their journey through the stars and learning in their own unique way. Join us for a month where the sky is just the beginning of what we can discover together!

Week 2 (Constellation Exploration): The second week brings the magic of constellations closer. Children will connect the stars and create their own celestial stories.

DO YOU WANT TO CONTRIBUTE TO THE DEVELOPMENT OF THE MUSEUM?

At WonderTrek’s Play Lab, children, parents, and caregivers find a cozy space to play, explore, and learn together at their own pace. Every Sunday, the Play Lab invites children to explore different materials- build, arrange, take apart, make connections, and follow their wonder. All the while, WonderTrek is learning from and with children to build a wonder-filled children’s museum that is designed for and with our region’s children.

Ages 5 and under.

WonderTrek on Wheels is bringing the fun to Emily, MN! Kids will get to explore the wonders of space through play, as they create their own planets, use their imaginations to fly through space, and more! For the toddlers, we have some fun sensory-exploration activities that they are sure to love!

This event is for kids of all ages, and free to the public!

This February at Play Lab, embark on a space-themed adventure and let your child's curiosity blossom! Families are invited to explore together in a setting that encourages little astronauts to chart their own course. Our space setting encourages little astronauts to chart their own course, whether it's through building alien landscapes, experimenting with 'moon rocks', or creating star maps. Your child can lead the way through this universe of exploration, steering their journey through the stars and learning in their own unique way. Join us for a month where the sky is just the beginning of what we can discover together!

Week 1 (Glove Box): Begin the month with sensory exploration in our Glove Box activity. Feel the excitement as children reach into the unknown, discovering hidden space objects and textures.

DO YOU WANT TO CONTRIBUTE TO THE DEVELOPMENT OF THE MUSEUM?

At WonderTrek’s Play Lab, children, parents, and caregivers find a cozy space to play, explore, and learn together at their own pace. Every Sunday, the Play Lab invites children to explore different materials- build, arrange, take apart, make connections, and follow their wonder. All the while, WonderTrek is learning from and with children to build a wonder-filled children’s museum that is designed for and with our region’s children.

Ages 5 and under.

DO YOU WANT TO CONTRIBUTE TO THE DEVELOPMENT OF THE MUSEUM?

At WonderTrek’s Play Lab, children, parents, and caregivers find a cozy space to play, explore, and learn together at their own pace. Every Sunday, the Play Lab invites children to explore different materials- build, arrange, take apart, make connections, and follow their wonder. All the while, WonderTrek is learning from and with children to build a wonder-filled children’s museum that is designed for and with our region’s children.

Ages 5 and under.