Activities for Kids and Teens

Side view of dinosaur head on exhibition

Create-a-Dino

Discover the fascinating process behind dinosaur naming and unleash your creativity by designing your very own dinosaur.

Lady quilters

Crafty Quilt Squares

Quilts have been crafted for centuries, serving as a beautiful means of bringing people together. Join in the tradition by coloring your own quilt squares.

Reliefs and Hieroglyphs on Wall

Archeo-ABCs

Unearth the concealed ‘artifacts’ woven into the fabric of your everyday experiences, much like an archeologist reveals treasures from the past.

Facade of Marshall County Museum

Let's Play I Spy

Test your wits and see if you can unravel every mystery behind the treasures in our collection.

Butterfly on coneflower

Planting for Pollinators

Learn how vital pollinators are to our ecosystem and explore the native plants you can cultivate to draw these important creatures to your garden.

drawing of marshall county map

Fabulous Fancy Flags

Discover the fascinating history of flags, featuring the unique story of our Marshall County flag and design your very own flag.

Close up of concrete headstones

Grave Yard Scavenger Hunt

Explore the serene grounds of a cemetery and uncover intriguing stories about your ancestors and the lives of those laid to rest there.

Lincoln Highway postcard

People, Places and Things

People often inspire the names of the places and things we cherish, like the iconic Lincoln Highway. Join in the fun by completing a bingo sheet that encourages you to discover local landmarks.

adult and child rolling out dough together

Family Food Favorites

Dive into the fun of family recipes by discovering the stories behind your favorite dishes and making a colorful cookbook that shows your family’s cooking history. This exciting project lets you share tasty memories and brings everyone closer together.

Assortment of surnames

Name Game

Dive into the world of last names by having a chat with your family about yours, then gear up for a fun game where you’ll uncover something that starts with each letter of your name.

Person Repotting House Plants

Dirt Discovery

Getting to know the dirt in your garden is essential for helping your plants thrive. Take a closer look at what your soil is made of to create a more vibrant garden.

Historic multi-level house in Plymouth, Indiana

History Detective

Picture yourself as a detective on a quest to unravel the mysteries hidden within Ms. Remi Niscence’s historic home.

Layered Rock Formation in Arizona Desert

Candy Rock Cycle

Get a glimpse of the world of geology and the rock cycle through the fun and engaging medium of candy.