The Best Part of the Museum

With all the interactive activities, exciting exhibits, and shows the Museum of Discovery has to offer, we wondered, “What is the best part of the Museum?” To answer my quandary, we asked employees and visitors alike to tell me their favorite thing about the museum.

ANDY, who now works in museum workshop said, “When I was young, I liked the Native American exhibit! The history is very interesting.”

NAN SELZ, Executive Director of the Museum explained, “The animals and insects exhibit is my favorite. The animals are fascinating to watch, especially the more exotic ones!”

JACKIE, our head receptionist, told me, “The kids are my favorite part of the Museum. Watching them learn and grow is wonderful.”

Five year old SARAH exclaimed: “I like to clean the big mouth [in Health Hall].”

I even spoke with two first-time-visitors at the Museum. They told me they were amazed by the exciting atmosphere and colorful exhibits.

While everyone has a different opinion on the best part of the museum, one thing is certain: everyone enjoys a visit to the museum! What is your favorite part of the Museum? Leave us a comment!

Hula your way into winter with this party theme!

PSSST! Want to know a secret? The Museum of Discovery has come up with a new birthday party theme: LUAU!

The birthday party is PERFECT for older children between the ages of 9 and 13.

"We'll have a hut above the cake table, fish nets with ocean life on the eating tables, grass skirts and leis for all party guests," says Kate Maze, Birthday Party Coordinator. "We'll even have a 2 FOOT TALL ACTIVE VOLCANO!"

All this cool stuff is currently being designed by Joel Gordon, Exhibits Director.

We’re always making changes at the Museum of Discovery! If you are interested in booking a themed birthday party at the Museum of Discovery, please contact Kate Maze at 501-396-7050 ext. 112. She books birthday parties on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, between the hours of 9 and 4. We look forward to your call!

Robinson Elementary wins pizza party

Robinson Elementary had the largest school team that participated in Dino Dash. As a reward, they go a pizza party at the Museum of Discovery.

Some of the members of the winning Robinson Team---thanks to Tammi Robinson for putting together a winning team!








The party included lots of pizza (of course), a chance to see Lilo again, and free admission to the Museum for the day. FUN!






See you next year, Robinson!

pictures from Dairy Makes Sense

Thanks to Midwest Dairy Council and YOU, our visitors, we had so much fun at DAIRY MAKES SENSE! Here are some pictures. Enjoy!










Our Discovery Court was filled with fun activities, like Sophia the cow!

After a brief demonstration...


This little fellow started tentatively...


But soon was like a pro!


This family made butter!


Someone is very happy that he has strong teeth and bones!

Strange Things: 10 Interesting Food Facts

Join us October 8-10 for the special event DOES A BODY GOOD. Sponsored by Midwest Dairy Council, this event will include activities that help us understand food better.

Here are some fun food facts.

10. The Coconut is the world’s largest seed.

9. Honey is the only food that doesn't spoil.

8. Fortune cookies were invented in 1916 by George Jung, a California noodle maker.

7. Chocolate contains the natural substance phenyl ethylamine (PEA), which is reputed to stimulate the same reaction in the body as falling in love.

6. A high protein diet can result in a loss of calcium.

5. In an authentic Chinese meal, the last course is soup because it allows the typical roast duck entree to "swim" toward digestion.

4. When Swiss cheese ferments, a bacterial action generates gas, which bubbles through the cheese leaving holes. Cheese-makers call these holes "eyes."

3. Apples are more efficient than coffee at keeping people awake in the morning.

2. Eating a banana at night can aid in falling asleep.

1. Lemons contain more sugar than strawberries.



What is your favorite healthy food? Let us know by leaving a comment!

Mmmmm Breakfast Shake!

This fun recipe comes to us from our friends at MIDWEST DAIRY who are bringing MORE fun stuff to the Museum Thursday - Saturday Oct 8-10 for our special event DAIRY MAKES SENSE.






Try this at home!

Ingredients:
1 cup of fat-free or 1% low-fat chocolate milk
1/2 cup frozen banana slices
1 tablespoon peanut butter
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Preparation:
Combine all ingredients in a blender; blend until smooth and creamy. Serve in tall glass or on-the-go drink container.

Nutritional Facts:
Nutritional Facts Per Serving: Calories: 270
Total Fat: 9g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Cholesterol: 5mg
Sodium: 220mg
Carbohydrates: 35g
Dietary Fiber: 3g
Protein: 15g
Calcium: 35% Daily Value

More recipes are available here.

Birthday parties at the Museum

by Kate Maze, Museum of Discovery Birthday Coordinator

Perfect for up to 16 children aged 4 to 12. Adults want to stay to have fun, too? No problem, the birthday party cost covers up to 32 adults!

Your party includes:
* a Museum Host/Hostess
* a private party room for 2 hours
* 20 official Museum of Discovery invitations
* paper products (plates, napkins, forks, cups, etc.)
* themed activities
* a live animal presentation
* lemonade for all your party guests
* party favors for all of the children.

THEMES include

FAIRYTALES


DINOSAURS



BUGS













If your child is a little older he/she can have a

PIRATE

INDIAN ANIMALS


SCIENCE WIZARD











Check out our birthday party website to learn more about each of our parties.