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Way Late Play Date

A reunion for the OG Hands-on House kids!

Saturday, September 20, 2025
Drop-in 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
At Hands-on House Children's Museum

The museum you loved—now with snacks, drinks, and no bedtime.

Join us for a throwback celebration made just for the OGs who grew up attending Hands-on House. We’re opening the doors for an adults-only, after-hours night of:

  • 90's/00's games
  • Classic museum fun
  • A silent auction full of local goodies and experiences
  • Refreshments + 90's themed snacks

     

Whether you built kingdoms with blocks, had fun with face paint, or played pretend with costumes.... this is your chance to return, reconnect, and rediscover the magic of Hands-on House! 

We're calling everyone: those who attended as children, as parents, those part of the education team, and even those who didn't get to have the landmark-core-memory-making experience that was HOH in the early days (Pssst... it's not too late to experience it all through the lens of your inner child!)

 

Tickets are $25 per person. As a fundraiser, proceeds will support year-round experiences, exhibits, and programs we provide at the museum! (must be 21+ to attend)



Can you imagine growing up without Hands-on House?!

Can you imagine kids missing out on your core-memory moments? The block tower that reached the sky, the art project proudly displayed on the fridge, the friends you made at the Corner Market exhibit?

Hands-on House is STILL here because of the support from people like you—still inspiring curiosity, creativity, and immersive learning for a new generation of kids. This work, as a non-profit, depends on our community. 

If your childhood was shaped by the power of play, consider helping us pass that gift on (Play it forward, if you will!)

Membership Makes a Difference

The generous support of our members, visitors, and donors keeps our doors open---and builds a thriving + vibrant community where kids are seen & supported! We are also committed to making sure every child and caregiver has access to meaningful play--regardless of their ability to pay. As such we work with families to help them find a monthly contribution that feels aligned to their budget.

Support the next generation!

For $20/month, you can become a Sustaining Member and help as off-set the costs for these families AND ensure the next generation can experience the same playful start you did!

It’s a small way to make a big impact—and keep the joy going strong.

Play IS learning! Play matters.

Nurturing expression, early development, and life-long well-being!

Reaching families and schools

  • Museum Visitors last year

    70,000

  • Students served through Outreach 23'-24'

    2,165

Thank you to our generous sponsors!

  • RKL
    RKL
  • Georgelis Family
  • Clark Associates
  • DH Funk and Sons
  • Alliance Towing
    Alliance Towing
  • Harrington
    Harrington
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