About the Museum
The Don and Barbara Smith Children’s Museum exists to further Center in the Square’s mission to enhance education, economic development and quality of life. Kids Square is a premier destination where families come together to EXPLORE, PLAY and LEARN in a hands-on learning environment.
MUSEUM EXHIBITS
Sponsored by American Electric Power Foundation
Role play as a banker, teacher, cashier, doctor, dentist, vet and more in our kid-sized town.
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Sponsored by Lowe’s
Visit the newest part of our town – Tiny Town! Featuring local restaurants and more.
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Sponsored by The Beirne Carter Foundation
Tree forts, a rock climbing wall, hobbit houses and camping are activities to get little ones moving.
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THE THEATER
Sponsored by George Logan in dedication to the memory of John W. Hancock, Jr.
While dress-up is off limits at this time, the stage is still ready for imaginative play.
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SENSORY HALLWAY
Sponsored by Wells Fargo
This area is specifically designed for our sensory-sensitive friends but is enjoyable for children of any age or development level. Cause and effect lighting, dim atmosphere and tactile walls help generate involvement.
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SENSORY HIDEOUT
Sponsored by The Smith Family
This area is specifically designed for our sensory sensitive friends but is enjoyable for children of any age or development level. Cause and effect lighting, dim atmosphere and tactile walls help generate involvement.
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THE DIG PIT
Due to COVID-19 our Dig Pit has been redesigned to offer a car exhibit.
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GLOW ROOM
Sponsored by The Louise R. Lester Foundation
Enjoy the wonder and magic of glow-in-the-dark, hands-on activities.
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CALL 8-1-1
CLOSED AT THIS TIME DUE TO COVID-19
Learn how important it is to “call before you dig” from this interactive exhibit.
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Meet Our Staff
Felicia Branham
Executive Director
Felicia is an educator that has been creating programs and designing spaces specifically for children since 2005. She has received local and regional awards for character and community partnership. It is her personal passion to educate, and she believes there is nothing more rewarding than children learning through hands-on play.
Veronika Geier
Educator
Veronika was born and raised in Germany. She received two degrees in Early Childhood Education in 1987 and moved to the United States in 1998. She has used her creativity to educate and teach in preschools and after school programs. As a mother of two children, Veronika is very passionate and excited to be a part of creating the exhibits and educational programming for Kids Square.