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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! ๐ŸŒˆ๐Ÿฆธ
Superhero Month continues with a colorful week full of creativity, discovery, and imagination! Weโ€™re 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.

๐Ÿ‘ต Tuesday, June 9 โ€“ Grandparents Play FREE
10:00โ€“10:30AM: Coping Copilots
11:00AMโ€“12:00PM: Therapy Dog Visit: Stella
3:00โ€“3:30PM: Rainbow Cloud Art

๐ŸŒŸ Wednesday, June 10
9:00โ€“10:00AM: Member Morning
10:30โ€“11:30AM: Reflective Rainbows
2:30โ€“3:00PM: Doodle Pen Printmaking

๐Ÿ‘ถ Thursday, June 11 โ€“ Toddlers 3 & Under Play FREE
10:30โ€“11:00AM: Healing Rhythms
3:00โ€“4:00PM: Coffee Filter Rainbow

๐Ÿ”ฌ Friday, June 12
11:00โ€“11:30AM: STEM Friday: Skittles Rainbow
2:30โ€“3:00PM: SPARK Storytime

๐Ÿฆธ Saturday, June 13
10:00โ€“10:30AM: SPARK Park: Superhero Hopscotch
11:30AMโ€“12:00PM: Family Yoga
2:30โ€“3:30PM: Rainbow Vision Glasses

๐Ÿš€ Sunday, June 14
10:00โ€“11:00AM: Space Explorers: The Solar System
3:00โ€“3:30PM: Design a Flag

๐Ÿ’ก 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! ๐Ÿฆธ๐Ÿ“š
Superhero Month has arrived at SPARK! This month, young heroes can discover their own superpowers through hands-on activities inspired by superheroes. Weโ€™re also celebrating Pride Month by exploring themes of self-expression, inclusion, identity, and โ€œthe superhero in meโ€ through colorful art, stories, and creative experiences all month long. Plus, Blue Block City has taken over the Maker Space!

๐Ÿ‘ต Tuesday, June 2 โ€“ Grandparents Play FREE
10:00โ€“11:00AM: Therapy Dog Visit: Bernie
10:00โ€“11:00AM & 3:00โ€“4:00PM: Bookworm Challenge Signup
3:00โ€“4:00PM: Storytime & Art Activity: Fox in Socks & Squegee painting

๐ŸŒŸ Wednesday, June 3
9:00โ€“10:00AM: Member Morning
11:30AMโ€“12:00PM: Sign Language Story Time
3:00โ€“3:30PM: Magic Wand Reading Pointers

๐Ÿ‘ถ Thursday, June 4 โ€“ Toddlers 3 & Under Play FREE
10:00โ€“11:00AM: Music Togetherยฎ
3:00โ€“4:00PM: Storytime & Art Activity: The Chalk Giraffe

๐Ÿ”ฌ Friday, June 5
11:00โ€“11:30AM: STEM Friday: Volcano Eruptions
2:30โ€“3:30PM: DIY Bookmarks

๐Ÿ“š Saturday, June 6
10:00 - 11:00am: SPARK Park: Superhero Obstacle Course
2:00โ€“3:00PM: Magic Wand Reading Pointers

๐Ÿ’™ Sunday, June 7
10:30โ€“11:00AM: SPARK Storytime
2:00โ€“3:00PM: Friendship Bracelets

๐Ÿ’ก 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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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