Tue–Fri 10 AM – 2 PM · Sat–Sun 10 AM – 4 PM
813 Florida St. Suite A, Mandeville, LA 70448
(985) 888-1555
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Ages 3–10
Visitors challenge themselves physically and mentally as they navigate the large oak tree, known at the 7 Sisters Tree. Each new step will take them to the top of their climb. Opportunities for learning come as climbers plan their journey, use their muscles, and see new and different views, while adults encourage goal-setting and risk-taking.
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Step into a nature lab for little scientists. Match animal tracks to the creatures that made them, explore how camouflage helps wildlife hide in plain sight, and dig into sensory bins inspired by Louisiana wetlands. Books and specimens invite kids to look closer, ask questions, and notice the living world around them.
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A partnership with St. Tammany Parish Public School Teachers and Students, St. Tammany Parish Talented Arts Program Teachers and Students, and local artist Josh Wichterich.
Students and teachers throughout the parish during the 2025 spring semester participated in designing individual butterflies. Local artist Josh Wichterich from Slidell created the butterfly migration roost — hundreds of butterflies assembled into a beautiful art piece displayed above the ARTworks Gallery.
Supported by a grant from the Louisiana Division of the Arts, Office of Cultural Development, Department of Culture, Recreation and Tourism, in cooperation with the Louisiana State Arts Council, as administered by the St. Tammany Parish Commission on Cultural Affairs. Funding has also been provided by the National Endowment for the Arts.
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Visitors can catch fish, shrimp, and crabs from the S.S. CMST and imagine themselves as fishermen, lighthouse keepers, boat captains, and other maritime professionals. Sensory play boards are located inside as well as a spinning helm to help imagine and navigate the journey or work a puzzle.
Food caught in Little Lake Tots or purchased at River Market may end up on the stove of the Blue Crab Diner. With its food prep area, sink, and stove, the diner is always open for business. Guests can grab a prep apron or chef’s hat to plan and cook up their favorite meals. The Blue Crab Diner serves up food from around the world — familiar dishes from families and cultures. The counter and bistro table let the whole family enjoy this imaginative culinary experience.
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This collection of wooden planks, wheels, pulleys, nuts, bolts, and rope allows engineers to follow their curiosity through play. RIGAMAJIG empowers visitors to think three-dimensionally, building and playing collaboratively. There are no right or wrong answers — the act of playing and building is the goal, not the finished product.
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These magnetic playsets blend creativity and education. Visitors engage in the Engineering Design Process to imagine, plan, create, and test their structures — endless fun for all ages with no limits to what they can build.
Made possible by Dr. and Mrs. William R. Pace
The Light Table offers a captivating sensory experience. Visitors observe how light interacts with various materials, colors, and textures — stimulating curiosity while strengthening fine motor skills, problem-solving, spatial awareness, and logical thinking.
Not all shadows are black! While this exhibit may appear blank, visitors will be amazed at the hidden colors revealed as they approach. Learn about the additive primaries of light as you dance, wiggle, and perform in front of this whimsical wall.
LiteZilla invites users of all ages to insert colorful LitePins into the backlit grid, creating and illuminating their own pictures, patterns, and designs — fostering creativity with a nostalgic experience for children and caregivers.
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Our newest exhibit invites users of all ages to place balloons, scarves, and other items under the wind tunnel entry and watch them float up and out the tunnel. Amazement and giggles guaranteed!
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This magnetic map blends creativity and education. Visitors place transportation magnets to map out destinations across St. Tammany Parish.
