Kidsville at the Parthenon
Saturday Mornings at 10:30: August 3, 10, 17 & 24
Join us for Kidsville at the Parthenon select Saturdays in August. Families with children ages 12 and under can register in the lobby beginning at 10:30 AM, and children will immediately be able to participate in activity & craft stations located upstairs. Weekly storytelling or special guest programming will begin promptly at 11 AM in front of Athena. Kidsville attendees must register before 11:20 AM to receive free Parthenon admission. (Avoid the line: Please complete this registration form online in advance. Entry time for pre-registered attendees remains 10:30 - 11:20 AM.)
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August 3, 2024: Explore the book, Ice Cream Face by Heidi Woodward Sheffield with Imagination Library, then do a craft inspired by the story.
August 10, 2024: Discover a comparison of the ancient and modern Olympic Games, then create your own Olympic medal.
August 17, 2024: Celebrate World Honeybee Day and learn more about the Centennial Park bees, beekeeping, and honey from beekeeper, Craig Petersen, then make bee inspired art.
August 24, 2024: Come join Bach to Rock music school of West Nashville for an exploration of making music with instruments, voices and imaginations, then make art inspired by your time with the Bach to Rock musicians.
Full Kidsville at the Parthenon Activity Schedule:
10:30 - 11:20 AM: Free entry to Parthenon for Kidsville
10:30 AM - Kidsville activity stations open for play.
11:00 AM - Storytime or special guest programming in front of the statue of Athena.
11:45 AM - Kidsville activity stations close.
What to Expect:
Activity Stations: Explore hands-on activities between 10:30 AM and 11:45 AM. Let your kids dive into fun and discovery at their own pace.
Storytime: Gather in front of the Athena statue at 11:00 AM for storytime and an arts and crafts activity inspired by the book. We usually wrap up by 11:30 AM.
Important Info for Parents:
Arrival Time: Come between 10:30 AM and 11:20 AM to receive free Parthenon admission for everyone attending Kidsville. The program begins promptly at 11:00 AM and lasts for approximately 30 minutes.
Shared Space: Kidsville at the Parthenon shares space with Parthenon guests.
Registration: Registration is required and may be done online in advance or at the Parthenon beginning at 10:30 AM. We highly recommend registering in advance to skip the line and make your entry smoother.
Check-In: Depending on the weather, check-in might be outside. Just follow the signs, and we'll be there to welcome you.
See You There!
Registration Required:
Avoid the line! Please complete our registration form in advance.
Entry time for pre-registered attendees remains 10:30 - 11:20 AM