January Monthly Reciprocal
Imagine Museum
Ready to expand your imagination? 🤩
Great Ex members, your adventure just got even better! With our January reciprocal partner, you can now experience the dazzling world of glass art at Imagine Museum for FREE! ✨
Discover something new and spark creativity in every corner. Let’s make family outings even more unforgettable! 💜
World Pizza Day
January 17th
Mark your calendars for Friday, January 17th, and get ready for a slice of fun at Great Explorations. 🍕
✨ Celebrate World Pizza Day with pizza-themed crafts and activities, delicious pizza courtesy of Papa John’s, and a special visit from the one and only Mr. Slice.
Don’t miss this exciting day of cheesy fun, perfect for the whole family. We can’t wait to see you there!
🎟️ This event is included in the cost of admission.
Great Connections: A Free Program for Families with Children on the Autism Spectrum or with Sensory Processing Differences
January 11th & January 12th
🎉 Kick off 2025 with our Great Connections program! Designed especially for children on the autism spectrum or with auditory processing differences, this month’s event features fun-filled activities to celebrate ringing in the new year! 🪩✨
We’re excited to welcome our community partner, DJ Nicholson, Creative Director of Inclusiveology, for an unforgettable experience. 🙌
Special thanks to Guardian Trust and the Community Foundation of Tampa Bay for making this program free for families. 💙
We can’t wait to see you there and celebrate 2025 in a sensory-friendly way! 🎉
Parents Night Out
January 10th
Calling All Parents! 🎉
Enjoy a well-deserved night off while your child has an unforgettable evening at Great Explorations! From exciting exhibit exploration and games to movie time and dinner, your little one is in for a night of fun and adventure.
When: January 10th (Register by January 8th)
Who: Ages 4-9 (Must be in VPK)
Where: Great Explorations, 1925 4th St N, St. Pete
Cost: $40 per child
To secure your spot, contact Emily Barnes at EBarnes@greatex.org.
Make it a night they won’t forget! ✨
Learn more here!
January Special
January 1st – January 31st
🎉 Ring in the New Year with a deal worth celebrating!
🌴 Enjoy 25% OFF St. Petersburg Opoly and bring the fun to your game nights.
🛒 Shop online at the Great Ex Eshop or visit us at the museum to snag your Morris plushie. Don’t forget to use promo code: JAN2025CART at checkout to save!
Chemistry of Cocktails
February 7th
Join Us for “Chemistry of Cocktails” – A Night of Mixology and Science for a Great Cause!
✨ When: February 7, 2025 | 6–9 PM
✨ Where: Great Explorations Children’s Museum
Experience an unforgettable evening of mixology magic and scientific wonder at “Chemistry of Cocktails,” the signature fundraiser for Great Explorations Children’s Museum! Learn from expert mixologists, enjoy signature cocktails from some of St. Pete’s favorite distilleries, and try your luck to win exciting prizes—all while uplifting our community and supporting a mission that transforms the lives of children in our area.
Why Attend?
Proceeds from this special evening will benefit our Three Wishes Fund: Opening Doors for All, which provides underserved families with access to enriching educational experiences at Great Explorations. Your participation helps break down barriers, nurture curiosity, and foster a more inclusive and equitable community where every child has the chance to thrive.
Interested in attending? Learn more here!
Planetarium Monday
1st Monday of Every Month
🪐 Attention space explorers 💫
Great Explorations will now have Planetarium Mondays on the first Monday of every month!
With new topics every month and 3 scheduled programs throughout the day, there’s no limit to what we can explore! 🚀
Learn more here!
Terrific Tots
Every Tuesday & Thursday Morning, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM
Terrific Tots is back!
Join us every Tuesday and Thursday for a new school year in our Great Beginnings area.
Members get early access at 10:15 am, while non-members can join at 10:30 am. The program runs until 11:00 am and features exciting activities such as read-alouds, sing-alongs, and games.
Terrific Tots is included with the regular cost of admission.
Stick around after Terrific Tots to join us for our exciting new program for kids two and under, Book Babies! We’ll be heading over to Busy Burg for singing, reading, and lots of fun!
Explorers’ Circle
Giving Program
Join the Explorers’ Circle today by pledging an ongoing monthly donation to Great Explorations Children’s Museum!
Donations like these help give students and families access to a world of creativity and knowledge.
