Homeschool Days: Artistic Inspirations
Put on your apron today as we draw inspiration from various artists throughout history. We'll learn about the expressive work of Vincent Van Gogh, Helen Frankenthaler, and Wassily Kandinsky and recreate the techniques of these masters.
Superhero Training Day | Family Fun Day
The Clay Center is transforming into a top-secret Superhero Academy, where young heroes-in-training will test their strength, agility, and quick thinking in a series of exciting challenges.
Mindscapes: A Journey Through the Brain Exhibit Closing
Step into the fascinating world of the human mind with Mindscapes: A Journey Through the Brain. This interactive exhibit invites visitors to journey through the inner workings of our most complex organ.
(SOLD OUT) Summer Camps - Pirates & Mermaids: Ocean Explorers
School may be out, but camp is in session and lasts all summer long!
Summer Camps - Make It Work: Fashion
School may be out, but camp is in session and lasts all summer long!
(SOLD OUT) Summer Camps - Space Mysteries
School may be out, but camp is in session and lasts all summer long!
Summer Camps - Battle of the Bands
School may be out, but camp is in session and lasts all summer long!
(SOLD OUT) Summer Camps - Junior Superheroes
School may be out, but camp is in session and lasts all summer long!
(SOLD OUT) Summer Camps - Secret Agents: A Mission Through Time
School may be out, but camp is in session and lasts all summer long!
Summer Camps - Zombie Apocalypse: Will You Survive?
School may be out, but camp is in session and lasts all summer long!
(SOLD OUT) Summer Camps - Junior Explorers
School may be out, but camp is in session and lasts all summer long!
(SOLD OUT) Summer Camps - Cryptid Puppetry
School may be out, but camp is in session and lasts all summer long!
(SOLD OUT) Summer Camps - Mini Art Museum
School may be out, but camp is in session and lasts all summer long!
(SOLD OUT) Summer Camps - Junior Scientist
School may be out, but camp is in session and lasts all summer long!
Summer Camps - VEX Academy
School may be out, but camp is in session and lasts all summer long!
(SOLD OUT) Summer Camps - Animation 101
School may be out, but camp is in session and lasts all summer long!
Summer Camps - Fast & Furious
School may be out, but camp is in session and lasts all summer long!
Spring Break Camp - Starship Academy: Navigating the Cosmos
Learning doesn’t stop during during Spring Break! Students ages 10 & up will enlist in the Starship Academy this Spring Break and prepare to navigate the cosmos! This immersive camp invites students to engage in captivating lessons on astrophysics, planetary science, and space technology.
Spring Break Camp - Tech Titans
Learning doesn’t stop during Spring Break! Students ages 7–9 will merge technology and engineering in this hands-on camp! Code a robot, expand your world with Lego challenges, and gain a deeper understanding of technology all around you!
Spring Fling | Family Fun Day
Celebrate the changing seasons with hands-on fun at Spring Fling! This family-friendly event is packed with colorful creativity, bouncy experiments, and blooming discoveries for all ages.
Homeschool Days: Make things Move!
We're getting things moving and rolling in our Homeschool Days this month as we jump into the world of Forces and Motion!
Summer Camp Registration Opens
School may be out, but camp is in session and lasts all summer long!
Homeschool Days: Out of this World
What does it take for a planet to hold life in our solar system? Fly with us as we delve into this topic more.
Discover Engineering Day
Explore the world of engineering and STEM with a special family fun day for all ages! Discover Engineering Day will showcase STEM education and the many branches of engineering with fun, interactive activities and displays by a variety of local engineering firms, colleges and universities.
Presented by West Virginia American Water, Arclin, Dow, and TOYOTA.
Member Event: Sweethearts & Sweet Treats
Join us for an evening of family fun at "Discovery After Dark," our exclusive monthly event series designed just for Clay Center members!
Mindscapes: A Journey Through the Brain Exhibit Opening
Step into the fascinating world of the human mind with Mindscapes: A Journey Through the Brain. This interactive exhibit invites visitors to journey through the inner workings of our most complex organ.
Member Event: Family Game Night
Join us for an evening of family fun at "Discovery After Dark," our exclusive monthly event series designed just for Clay Center members! This January, get ready for Family Game Night! Gather your loved ones for a night filled with playful competition, creativity, and discovery.
Homeschool Days: Nature's Building Blocks
Learn about botanical science and biology in this engaging lab about the ever-growing world of plants!
Family Fun Day: Ice Age Safari
Journey back to the Ice Age for a frosty day of fun and discovery! Unearth the wonders of the past by digging through “icy” sand pits to discover replica fossils of incredible Ice Age creatures. Embark on an exciting adventure along the “Frozen Footprints Trail”.
Life on the Edge Closing
Discover new environments on Earth and in space! Life on the Edge is an exhibition exploring extreme environments on Earth and expanding awareness of the possibilities for life in our Solar System and beyond.
Noon Year’s Eve
Can’t stay up until midnight? No problem! Put on your dancing shoes and get ready to celebrate 2025 at NOON!
TinkerTots Storytime
Your tots will have a blast during this special time designed just for them.
Winter WonderLabs
Looking for something to do over winter break? Shake off those winter wiggles and come to the Clay Center for our Winter Wonderlabs at 11:00 AM, 1:00 PM, and 3:00 PM each day! Families will explore different STEAM topics together and make some chilly discoveries along the way!
TinkerTots Storytime
Your tots will have a blast during this special time designed just for them.
Winter WonderLabs
Looking for something to do over winter break? Shake off those winter wiggles and come to the Clay Center for our Winter Wonderlabs at 11:00 AM, 1:00 PM, and 3:00 PM each day! Families will explore different STEAM topics together and make some chilly discoveries along the way!
Cosmic Celebration: Winter Solstice
Celebrate the shortest day of the year in a BIG way at the Clay Center! This family-friendly event is packed with exciting winter activities and captivating shows that explore the science and magic of the shortest day of the year.
TinkerTots Storytime
Your tots will have a blast during this special time designed just for them.
Member Event: Snow Wars!
Join us for an evening of frosty fun at "Discovery After Dark," our exclusive monthly event series designed just for museum members! Families are invited to explore larger-than-life experiences together, all happening after work but before bedtime.
TinkerTots Storytime
Your tots will have a blast during this special time designed just for them.
TinkerTots Storytime
Your tots will have a blast during this special time designed just for them.
TinkerTots Storytime
Your tots will have a blast during this special time designed just for them.
Family Gingerbread Workshop
Celebrate the season by joining us for a delightful morning of gingerbread fun! Bring your family to decorate a pre-assembled gingerbread house and sip on hot chocolate from our Curiosity Café. With all supplies provided you can relax, get creative, and make lasting memories.
TinkerTots Storytime
Your tots will have a blast during this special time designed just for them.