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Family Program: S.T.E.M. Builders

August 16 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm

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August 16 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm

Please preregister here. 

This Saturday, the Children’s Pavilion will transform into a maker space where builders of all ages can let their imaginations run wild.

Building Stations Include:

Cardboard Creations – use cut-safe, child-friendly tools to sculpt cardboard and create everything from forts to wearable costumes

Building Block Explosion – Build bridges, castles, pirate ships and more with gears, straws, blocks, wheels, and connectors.

Brick Lab – Use classic building bricks to create a mini-world.

Marble Run – Create a marble run with a whizzing ramps and epic chain reactions.

Clay Creatures – Build a monster, a new friend, or crazy-mixed up creature with air-dry clay

Family Programs

Our family programs are designed for individuals of all ages to immerse themselves in the wonders of nature. Our Saturday sessions feature engaging activities such as tadpole catching, campfire building, and flower planting, providing a joyful and educational experience for everyone.

Who Should Attend: All ages are welcome. Building stations are best for ages 4+ as some stations contain small size bricks.

Fees Include:

– 2 Hours of Free Building Time

– Admission to the Garden for up to 5 family members

– An air-dry clay creation for each child to take home

Location: Please check in with the Gift Shop and then meet at the Children’s Pavilion. In case of rain, this event will be moved indoors.

Fee: $30 per family, $20 per family for Garden members.

Please preregister here. 

Cape Fear Botanical Garden

Address:

536 N. Eastern Boulevard
Fayetteville, NC 28301 United States
Disclaimer

Please Note: Because many of our events have limited capacity and require advance planning, we’re not able to offer refunds for participant cancellations, reschedules, or missed attendance. However, if the Garden needs to cancel or significantly alter an event due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances, we’ll gladly offer alternatives or provide options for a refund or exchange.

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