Come make a ‘joyful noise’ as Wisconsin celebrates the official kick-off of the national “Remake Learning Days Festival” at Madison Children’s Museum’s new “Wonderground” exhibit on Friday, April 22, from 5-7pm.
“Remake Learning Days Across America” is a national festival dedicated to promoting the joy of hands-on learning in 17 regions across the country. This year’s theme is “Wonder.”
Wisconsin’s own festival, Remake Learning Days: Badgerland, kicks off on Earth Day runs April 22-30, 2022. This year’s 80+ events are designed and hosted by over 40 local nonprofit organizations – schools, libraries, museums, community centers and more — representing Wisconsin’s southcentral communities from the Wisconsin Dells area to Stateline.
The Kick-Off Party will feature music, dancing and access to the Museum’s newest exhibit: The Wonderground. Master of Ceremonies WKOW-27 Storm Track Chief Meteorologist John Zeigler will broadcast the weather live from the Museum for the 5 and 6pm 27 News and will share tips on weather science savviness. WKOW-27 is the Festival’s official media sponsor.
The 10,000-square-foot Wonderground will be the backdrop for family fun and merriment. Guests are encouraged to boogie down with dancing dinosaurs & costumed characters, make a joyful noise with the Forward! Marching Band parade, learn about weather and add their questions to the “Wonder Wall”, enjoy Hands-on Activity Tables hosted by local organizations, and explore the wonders of the Wonderground exhibit, including:
- The Thicket – a 23-foot-tall climbing sculpture takes center stage, weaving together natural structural wood elements into a playful new adventure. The climber will test kids’ agility, strength, risk assessment, and climbing prowess while increasing their connection to each other as helpers and friends. Below the Thicket is an Understory area for additional imaginative play.
- Cocoon Climber– Even kids too small to clamber up the thicket get their own natural climbing and exploration zone. Little kids can build their balance and proprioception along a series of climbable natural tree structures and other obstacles designed to stimulate their senses and practice coordination.
- The Orchard, Cabin Yard & Gardens – on a small knoll overlooking the rest of the exhibit space planted with native vegetables, fruits, and grasses. The cabin area includes artifacts for historical exploration, educational programs with food and urban gardening, and a quieter resting area.
- The Down Under – is a place where beautiful mosaic columns give the space a magical, imaginative feel. Contribute your ideas to the “Wonder Wall” and celebrate the joy of learning together!
For Kick-Off tickets: https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/kick-off-celebration-remake-learning-days/
The Kick-Off Event is just one of over 80 hands-on learning events offered during the Festival period. The majority of events are free or low cost and are searchable by age, topic and location via the Festival website.
You can find a complete list of events at: www.remakelearningdays.org/Badgerland and #RemakeDaysWI