Assembly Plant

Ages 4 - 8

Clamp, saw and hammer to build one-of-a-kind creations using real tools and clean, recycled materials.

child and adult building with recycled materials and tools

gather materials

Choose a blueprint to guide you and grab whatever materials catch your eye.

build your creation

Follow the blueprint, or make it up as you go along.

two children sitting at a work station with recycled materials and tools

decorate your project

Could your creation use more pizzazz? Head over to The Art Studio to add colors and texture.

The Museum's recycling-based maker's space

donate your recyclables!

All of our recycled goods come from the community. Here's what we accept.

close-up image of various tools on a work station

can't wait?

Build an egg carton crab at home.

made possible by

in-kind support provided by

Alpine Lumber Company

your next adventure

We wanted to help other non-profit organizations craft world-class learning experiences, so we created The Exhibits Team. Our exhibit experts can provide advice on the many decisions involved with designing, fabricating, installing and maintaining museum exhibits.