With the emphasis on "curiosity," this inviting and playful space offers a dynamic, sensory environment. Visitors will throw themselves into new surroundings, exploring through sight, feel and imagination. This interactive children's area features a tot section alongside four primary themed spaces for youth ages three to 14: The World of Radio, Town Building, The Dirty '30s and Kansas Weather.
The Curiosity Shop’s educational activities encourage cognitive, social and emotional development of children and students while serving as a safe, stimulating place of enrichment. Research shows that children who engage in meaningful play outside of the classroom perform better in school and have more success throughout life.
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Town Building
Create a sturdy structure that will stand up to Kansas Wind.
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Town Building
Play Concentration and learn about the different departments in the City of Salina.
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Kansas Weather
Create lightning using a plasma ball while learning interesting facts about lightning.
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Kansas Weather
Step into some Kansas wind in our tornado simulator.
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World of Radio
Record your own commercial, be the news anchor or play-by-play announcer in the Recording studio.
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World of Radio
Create your own sound effects with all kinds of items in the Foley cabinet.
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The Dirty '30s
Learn '30s farming techniques while trying your hand at the pinball machine "Storm Daze"
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Toddler Area
Get creative on this over-sized light bright.
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Donors
Special Thanks to our wonderful donors for making this project happen.
