Seasons of Fun
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Upcoming Performances
11:00 am • 2:00 pm
Shapes and Colors
April 11 – 12
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Shapes and Colors
11:00 am • 2:00 pm
BLOOM!
May TBD
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BLOOM!
11:00 am • 2:00 pm
Earth Songs
June 13 – 14
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Earth Songs
*All puppet programs, shows and events are included with the price of museum admission.
Fundamental Traits
Safe
"I'm smart about safety and brave about asking for help!"
Empathetic
"I try to understand the feelings of others."
Honest
"When I'm truthful, it shows courage."
Kind
"When I treat others with respect, everyone matters."
Mindful
"Knowing my emotions helps me make better choices."
Responsible
"Taking care of myself and others helps everyone."
The Newsroom
Puppetry
Puppetry in Practice: Process Behind Lighting the Way
TJ Jacobs
3 min read
March 19, 2026
In Lighting the Way, we follow an eight year old girl, a book loving dog, an adventurous bird, and a goofy ladybug as they set out on an expedition to Mount Everest to collect star shine to power a doghouse...
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Puppetry
Honoring the Legacy of Mister Punch
TJ Jacobs
6 min read
March 2, 2026
Think of a puppet show. What images or sounds arise? Some may imagine a humble frog or an exquisitely dressed pig. Others picture eerie marionettes on strings...
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Puppetry in Practice: Constructing Care
TJ Jacobs
3 min read
February 25, 2026
Sometimes, new puppet shows present themselves in surprising ways. You may staple together cardboard and devise an unbelievably hilarious clown, or be given a new object or material that presents possibilities previously unknown.
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Frankie Vagnone announced as new CEO
4 min read
April 15, 2025
The museum’s Board of Directors announces Vagnone’s appointment following an extensive national search process. He brings more than 25 years of executive leadership experience...
Continue ReadingPuppetry in Practice: Process Behind Lighting the Way
TJ Jacobs
3 min read
March 19, 2026
In Lighting the Way, we follow an eight year old girl, a book loving dog, an adventurous bird, and a goofy ladybug as they set out on an expedition to Mount Everest to collect star shine to power a doghouse...
Continue ReadingHonoring the Legacy of Mister Punch
TJ Jacobs
6 min read
March 2, 2026
Think of a puppet show. What images or sounds arise? Some may imagine a humble frog or an exquisitely dressed pig. Others picture eerie marionettes on strings...
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Only Two Weeks Left!
Stepping Stones
6 min read
January 22, 2026
Calling all little sweethearts – Stepping Stones invites you to a day of heartwarming fun at our annual Sweetheart Ball...
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