SPARK
SPARK provides a place where visitors can learn about science, technology, engineering, arts, and math (STEAM), cultural connectedness, and health and well-being in a collaborative, open environment. As a 501(c)(3) community-supported non-profit organization, SPARK relies on the support of individuals, corporations, foundations, volunteers, and community members.
06/15/2026
SPARK Summer Camp kicks off today, and we're so excited for a week full of hands-on learning, creativity, and discovery!
A quick reminder to our regular museum visitors that Imagination Station will be closed this week while camp is in session. The rest of the museum will remain open for play as usual.
Thank you for your understanding, and we can't wait to welcome everyone to SPARK!
06/08/2026
This Week at SPARK! ๐๐ฆธ
Superhero Month continues with a colorful week full of creativity, discovery, and imagination! Weโre celebrating the superhero in each of us with rainbow-inspired art, hands-on STEM activities, and opportunities for young learners to express themselves through creativity and play.
๐ต Tuesday, June 9 โ Grandparents Play FREE
10:00โ10:30AM: Coping Copilots
11:00AMโ12:00PM: Therapy Dog Visit: Stella
3:00โ3:30PM: Rainbow Cloud Art
๐ Wednesday, June 10
9:00โ10:00AM: Member Morning
10:30โ11:30AM: Reflective Rainbows
2:30โ3:00PM: Doodle Pen Printmaking
๐ถ Thursday, June 11 โ Toddlers 3 & Under Play FREE
10:30โ11:00AM: Healing Rhythms
3:00โ4:00PM: Coffee Filter Rainbow
๐ฌ Friday, June 12
11:00โ11:30AM: STEM Friday: Skittles Rainbow
2:30โ3:00PM: SPARK Storytime
๐ฆธ Saturday, June 13
10:00โ10:30AM: SPARK Park: Superhero Hopscotch
11:30AMโ12:00PM: Family Yoga
2:30โ3:30PM: Rainbow Vision Glasses
๐ Sunday, June 14
10:00โ11:00AM: Space Explorers: The Solar System
3:00โ3:30PM: Design a Flag
๐ก Ongoing Fun:
Explore STEM Boxes: Nature and help build, protect, and save Blue Block City in our superhero-themed dramatic play area.
All programs are included with daily admission or membership.
06/01/2026
This Week at SPARK! ๐ฆธ๐
Superhero Month has arrived at SPARK! This month, young heroes can discover their own superpowers through hands-on activities inspired by superheroes. Weโre also celebrating Pride Month by exploring themes of self-expression, inclusion, identity, and โthe superhero in meโ through colorful art, stories, and creative experiences all month long. Plus, Blue Block City has taken over the Maker Space!
๐ต Tuesday, June 2 โ Grandparents Play FREE
10:00โ11:00AM: Therapy Dog Visit: Bernie
10:00โ11:00AM & 3:00โ4:00PM: Bookworm Challenge Signup
3:00โ4:00PM: Storytime & Art Activity: Fox in Socks & Squegee painting
๐ Wednesday, June 3
9:00โ10:00AM: Member Morning
11:30AMโ12:00PM: Sign Language Story Time
3:00โ3:30PM: Magic Wand Reading Pointers
๐ถ Thursday, June 4 โ Toddlers 3 & Under Play FREE
10:00โ11:00AM: Music Togetherยฎ
3:00โ4:00PM: Storytime & Art Activity: The Chalk Giraffe
๐ฌ Friday, June 5
11:00โ11:30AM: STEM Friday: Volcano Eruptions
2:30โ3:30PM: DIY Bookmarks
๐ Saturday, June 6
10:00 - 11:00am: SPARK Park: Superhero Obstacle Course
2:00โ3:00PM: Magic Wand Reading Pointers
๐ Sunday, June 7
10:30โ11:00AM: SPARK Storytime
2:00โ3:00PM: Friendship Bracelets
๐ก Ongoing Fun:
Explore STEM Boxes: Dinosaurs and help build and protect Blue Block City in our superhero-themed dramatic play area all week long.
All programs are included with daily admission or membership.
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Address
1201 12th Street SW
Rochester, MN
55906
Opening Hours
| Tuesday | 9am - 5pm |
| Wednesday | 9am - 5pm |
| Thursday | 9am - 6pm |
| Friday | 9am - 5pm |
| Saturday | 9am - 5pm |
| Sunday | 9am - 5pm |