Art a la Cart Day
How do you hold an artist's palette? Does bronze feel grainy or silky, warm or cool? Come find out at the Smithsonian American Art Museum, where you can try hands-on activities at four interactive carts to find out and to explore such subjects as sculpture and folk art.. Read On

Friday Night Stargazing at the Maryland Science Center
See the Moon, planets, and stars through our historic–and now computer controlled refracting telescope. Friday admission to the Observatory is free (does not include access to the museum). Phone 410-545-2999 after 5:00 PM on Fridays to find out if the Observatory will be open that night.. Read On

Lakeshore Learning Center Free Crafts for Kids - Alexandria
Bring the kids to this school supply store and make fun homemade crafts to take home! . Read On

Lakeshore Learning Center Free Crafts for Kids - Towson
Not just for teachers anymore, the school supply store, Lakeshore Learning, has opened up a new shop in the Baltimore metro region (Towson), and it is a parent's dream!



Not only do they have great educational toys, games, play furniture and arts and crafts supplies, but they also offer . Read On

Fridays After Five
The Maryland Science Center is just $8 for admission to its exhibit halls, planetarium and IMAX Theater on Friday evenings beginning at 5pm or later. One low price covers everything except national touring exhibitions.. Read On