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Creation Station
Mission Statement:
The Creation Station is a hands-on learning environment
dedicated to introducing children (ages 5 and under) to all modes of transportation
while focusing on developing and enriching the primary early learning skills.
See the Preschool Education page for more activities for preschoolers. |
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One Hour Boarding Times:
Tuesday - Friday: 9:15-10:15, 10:30-11:30, & 11:45-12:45 am
Thursday has an extra boarding time: 1:00-2:00 pm
Summer Hours Additional Times on
Monday: 9:15-10:15, 10:30-11:30, & 11:45-12:45 am
The cost is $1.50 per person per 1 hour session in addition
to regular museum admission. Ages 1 and older
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Admission is based on availability, tickets are sold on a first-come, first-served basis. No reservations or pre-sales accepted.
See our Monthly Playtime Projects and Holiday Parties below.
Creation Station is available for Birthday Parties on Saturdays and Sundays. Call 314-965-6885 (Ext. 2) for details.
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Member Days in Creation Station:
Sundays on April 6, May 18,
June 15, June29, August 17, September 14, September 28, October 19
One Hour Playtimes: 11:00 am - 12 noon, 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm, 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
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Lunch with Linda! The first Friday of each month, 12:45 pm - 1:30 pm. Bring your own lunch (or buy from our snack bar) and eat in Creation Station with Linda.
Museum admission required, no Creation Station fee. Limited to 30 people, first come first served. Space is limited.
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Playtime Projects -
Monthly projects or "hands-on" activities offered during Creation Station playtime.
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January:"Dashing Through the Snow ..."
• Children can create miniature sleighs
February: "Mr. Postman...Bring me some Mail! "
• Celebrate Valentine's Day with some creative fun
March: "All Aboard the Circus Train "
• Circus animals and their railcars
April: "Transportation with a Twist"
• Jump ropes, fishing poles, bean bags and more.
May: "Mother's Day Surprise! "
• Creating special keepsakes for our favorite people
June: "T is for Taking a Trip "
• How we get ready to travel
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July: "Dalmations, Shepherds & Horses...Oh My! "
• Animals that serve as transportation community helpers
August: "Awesome Automobiles "
• Vehicle creations
September: "Transportation Treats "
• Edible snacks
October: "Boxcars & Books "
• Making home-made books
November: "Let Your Hands do the Talking"
• Puppet pals and stories
December: "Honk, Honk, Beep, Beep "
• Winter tranportation dioramas
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Be My Valentine Party
Tuesday & Wednesday, February 12 & 13, 1:00 - 2:15 pm: A special invitation goes out to our preschool ladies and gentlemen to join us for a very special Creation Station Valentine Party. Children should find their red, white or pink play clothes and be ready for some Creation Station fun!
Halloween Pumpkin Party
Tuesday & Wednesday, October 28 & 29, 1:00 - 2:15 pm: Our favorite playtime friends are invited to wear their Halloween costumes and join us for some Fall fun in Creation Station.
Teddy Tea Party
Tuesday & Wednesday, December 9 & 10, 1:00 - 2:15 pm: Would you like to dress up in your holiday clothes and bring your favorite teddy bear or doll to a very special party? During the month of December Creation Station will host a play date for your little one and their "special friend".
Party Fees: $6.00 per child. This includes museum admission. Members: $5.00 per child.
Guests will be offered a holiday snack, visit activity stations, and enjoy exclusive Creation Station playtime.
Parties are limited to 20 children (5 years of age and younger) per session.
Parents are requested to remain with their children during the party.
Tickets must be purchased in advance through the Reservations Department: 314-965-6885 ext. 5. Each reservation will receive one complimentary adult admission ticket.
Unfortunately, tickets cannot be held. For the safety and enjoyment of all our guest, every child attending the party (regardless of age) must have a ticket.
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