Celebrate National Teachers' Day with creativity at SciFun Saturday! On September 5th, from 1–4 PM, children of all ages are invited to a fun, come-and-go table where they can make their very own thank you cards to honor the special teachers in their lives. This free event at the Museum at Prairiefire is a wonderful way for kids to express gratitude, get hands-on, and enjoy a little artistic fun while celebrating the heroes of education.

Join us for Little Explorer’s Club! Young explorers will learn their ABCs with dinosaurs, discover fun facts about these prehistoric creatures, and create their very own dinosaur handprint craft to take home.

As we approach the fall equinox, the Sun will start to appear less and less in our sky. Even as our days get shorter, we can still use its power to make art. In this outdoor activity, JAMMers will make sun prints using natural materials found in our own wetlands, where we will also learn about photosensitivity.

Join us for Little Explorer’s Club! Young explorers will learn their ABCs with dinosaurs, discover fun facts about these prehistoric creatures, and create their very own dinosaur handprint craft to take home.

Join us for Little Explorer’s Club! Young explorers will learn their ABCs with dinosaurs, discover fun facts about these prehistoric creatures, and create their very own dinosaur handprint craft to take home.

As we approach the fall equinox, the Sun will start to appear less and less in our sky. Even as our days get shorter, we can still use its power to make art. In this outdoor activity, JAMMers will make sun prints using natural materials found in our own wetlands, where we will also learn about photosensitivity.

Experience the wonder of the night sky at SciFun Saturday: Perseid Meteor Shower on August 15th from 1–4 PM! Kids can unleash their creativity at a come-and-go table, making their very own DIY comets while learning fun facts about meteors and the spectacular Perseid shower. This free, hands-on event is perfect for young stargazers to explore, craft, and get inspired by the magic of space.

Join us for Little Explorer’s Club! Young explorers will learn all about fascinating marine mammals and create their own fun Xiphactinus craft to take home. It’s a hands-on adventure filled with science, creativity, and discovery! 

STEAM Academy Preschool and JETSET on the Mat invite you to join us for Moms on the Mat at the MAP...(Dads welcome too!), a FREE 50-minute mat Pilates class designed to build strength, improve mobility, and leave you feeling refreshed through mindful movement. Whether you're new to Pilates or a seasoned practitioner, this class is open to all fitness levels.

Event Details

• Date: Saturday, August 15th

• Time: 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

• Location: The Museum at Prairiefire Terrace

• RSVP HERE!

After class, stick around to enjoy a tour of the MAP STEAM Academy Preschool as well as juice from Nekter and exclusive offers from PAUSE. It's the perfect way to spend your morning - move, connect, and treat yourself.

Bring a Pilates mat, water bottle, and comfortable workout attire. We can't wait to move with you!

• Exclusive Event Perks

Attend for a chance to win a 5-session LED Light Therapy Package from PAUSE Studio and a complimentary JETSET Pilates class!

Anybody up for some ice cream? Following the steps in this activity, you can make your own. July is a great time to enjoy some cold, refreshing ice cream. As with any kind of cooking and food making, there is science involved. There are chemical changes that happen when making ice cream, such as changes of state and the effect of adding substances that lower the freezing temperature of water. And in the end, you get to eat your science

Join us for Little Explorer’s Club! Young explorers will learn all about fascinating marine mammals and create their own fun Xiphactinus craft to take home. It’s a hands-on adventure filled with science, creativity, and discovery! 

Join us for Little Explorer’s Club! Young explorers will learn all about fascinating marine mammals and create their own fun Xiphactinus craft to take home. It’s a hands-on adventure filled with science, creativity, and discovery! 

Anybody up for some ice cream? Following the steps in this activity, you can make your own. July is a great time to enjoy some cold, refreshing ice cream. As with any kind of cooking and food making, there is science involved. There are chemical changes that happen when making ice cream, such as changes of state and the effect of adding substances that lower the freezing temperature of water. And in the end, you get to eat your science

Young explorers will dig into the world of fossils! Make a fun craft and discover how fossils tell the story of life long ago.

Friday, July 31

Doors Open at 5:30 PM

Get ready for an unforgettable evening of Bingo, great food, fabulous prizes, family fun, and community impact at the Museum at Prairiefire!

Your ticket includes:

🍽️ Delicious Rock n Brews Dinner Buffet

🎟️ One Bingo Pack (10 Sheets)

Admission

🎫 Adults: $25

🎫 Children (10 & Under): $10

👶 Ages 3 & Under: FREE

Want to increase your chances of winning?

✨ Additional Bingo Sheets and Raffle Tickets will be available for purchase!

Fun for the Whole Family!

While the grown-ups play Bingo, kids can enjoy our STEAM Academy Preschool & SciFun Craft and Play Entertainment Area in the 360 Classroom featuring:

🎨 Crafts & Coloring

🎲 Games

🎬 A Family-Friendly Movie

🧩 Hands-on Activities

…and so much more!

🍺 Beer, 🍷 Wine, 🥤 Soda, and 🍹 Mixed Drinks will be available for purchase throughout the evening.

Whether you're playing to win, bringing the family for a fun night out, or supporting a great cause, Night at the Museum: Bingo Edition promises an evening of laughter, prizes, and unforgettable memories.

Gather your friends, reserve your seats—you will NOT want to miss this wildly fun Night at the Museum at Prairiefire: Bingo Edition!!

In this simple STEAM activity, children use the path of the Sun across the southern sky to tell time using a simple version of a sundial.  As an introduction to the activity, tell children that before there were watches, clocks, or computers that would tell us the time, humans had to rely on sundials.

Young explorers will dig into the world of fossils! Make a fun craft and discover how fossils tell the story of life long ago.

Young explorers will dig into the world of fossils! Make a fun craft and discover how fossils tell the story of life long ago.

Celebrate International Conservation Day with hands-on fun for the whole family at SciFun Saturday! On July 25th from 1–4 PM, children of all ages can explore their creativity while learning about protecting our planet. At this free, come-and-go event, kids will make their very own Earth collage at a special activity table, combining art and environmental awareness in a fun and engaging way. Perfect for curious minds eager to make a difference, this event encourages imagination, learning, and a love for our planet.

In this simple STEAM activity, children use the path of the Sun across the southern sky to tell time using a simple version of a sundial.  As an introduction to the activity, tell children that before there were watches, clocks, or computers that would tell us the time, humans had to rely on sundials.

Young explorers will dive into the wonders of the night sky! Make your own telescope craft and discover the stars, planets, and galaxies in a hands-on learning adventure.

In this life-science JAM, participants will celebrate the fourth of July using food dye to create colorful carnations and learn about how plants use water.

Young explorers will dive into the wonders of the night sky! Make your own telescope craft and discover the stars, planets, and galaxies in a hands-on learning adventure.

Young explorers will dive into the wonders of the night sky! Make your own telescope craft and discover the stars, planets, and galaxies in a hands-on learning adventure.

In this life-science JAM, participants will celebrate the fourth of July using food dye to create colorful carnations and learn about how plants use water.

Explore the Hidden Wonders of the Wetlands! 

Join us for a guided adventure along the Museum at Prairiefire’s beautiful Wetlands Trail and discover the incredible natural world right in our own backyard!

Tour Schedule
10:30 AM – 11:15 AM 
11:45 AM – 12:30 PM 
1:30 PM – 2:15 PM 
2:45 PM – 3:30 PM 
4:15 PM – 5:00 PM 

Led by our knowledgeable guides, this immersive experience will introduce you to the native Kansas plants, pollinators, birds, and wildlife that thrive in this unique ecosystem. Along the way, you'll uncover fascinating stories about the species that call the wetlands home and learn why these vital habitats play such an important role in protecting water quality, supporting biodiversity, and sustaining life throughout our region.

Whether you're a nature enthusiast, budding scientist, or simply looking for a fun and meaningful outdoor experience, this guided exploration offers something for everyone.

-Discover. Explore. Connect with Nature.
-Learn about native plants and pollinators
-Spot wildlife in its natural habitat
-Understand the critical role wetlands play in our ecosystem

Come experience the beauty, science, and wonder of the wetlands—one step at a time!

What can the rise and fall of steam locomotives reveal about the history of life on Earth? In this fascinating presentation, Dr. Lieberman explores one of evolutionary biology’s biggest questions: does competition truly determine which species survive and which go extinct?

While competition has long been considered a driving force in evolution, the fossil evidence supporting that idea is surprisingly limited. Using the dramatic replacement of steam locomotives by diesel engines, electric trains, automobiles, and trucks as a real-world case study, Dr. Lieberman draws compelling parallels between technological innovation and biological evolution.

Through this unique lens, audiences will discover the patterns scientists should expect to see in nature if competition is indeed a major force shaping life’s history — and whether those same patterns actually appear in the fossil record.

Blending science, history, technology, and storytelling, this thought-provoking talk offers a fresh perspective on evolution and extinction that will change the way you look at both the past and the future.

Wednesday, June 24th
Doors open at 5:30 PM for Happy Hour drinks
Presentation begins at 6PM
Tickets are FREE for members and $10 for non-members

Celebrate World Rainforest Day at SciFun Saturday on June 20th from 1–4 PM! Kids of all ages are invited to explore the wonders of the rainforest while creating their very own layered rainforest art at our come-and-go craft table. This free, hands-on event is a perfect way for families to spark curiosity, get creative, and learn about the incredible plants and animals that call the rainforest home.

Explore the Hidden Wonders of the Wetlands! 

Join us for a guided adventure along the Museum at Prairiefire’s beautiful Wetlands Trail and discover the incredible natural world right in our own backyard!

Tour Schedule
10:30 AM – 11:15 AM 
11:45 AM – 12:30 PM 
1:30 PM – 2:15 PM 
2:45 PM – 3:30 PM 
4:15 PM – 5:00 PM 

Led by our knowledgeable guides, this immersive experience will introduce you to the native Kansas plants, pollinators, birds, and wildlife that thrive in this unique ecosystem. Along the way, you'll uncover fascinating stories about the species that call the wetlands home and learn why these vital habitats play such an important role in protecting water quality, supporting biodiversity, and sustaining life throughout our region.

Whether you're a nature enthusiast, budding scientist, or simply looking for a fun and meaningful outdoor experience, this guided exploration offers something for everyone.

-Discover. Explore. Connect with Nature.
-Learn about native plants and pollinators
-Spot wildlife in its natural habitat
-Understand the critical role wetlands play in our ecosystem

Come experience the beauty, science, and wonder of the wetlands—one step at a time!

Summer Solstice is the day where the Earth is the most tilted towards the Sun and changes the amount of sunlight we see. This occurs in June in the Northern Hemisphere and in December in the Southern Hemisphere! Join this Little Explorers Club to learn even more about our amazing Sun!