Stepping Stones Museum for Children
- Stepping Stones Museum for Children
Stepping Stones Museum for Children is a hands-on children's museum for ages 10 and under located at 303 West Avenue, in the Central section of Norwalk, Connecticut. The museum's interactive exhibit areas include: "Rainforest Adventure", about life in the tropical rainforest and conservation challenges; "In the Works", experiments with motion, gravity and energy; "Waterscape", a play area that explores the forms of water and where it goes; "Healthyville", with exhibits about bodies and healthy living; "Bubbles", a seasonal outdoor bubble creation area; "Toddler Terrain", an exploration area just for toddlers.
The entrance lobby houses ColorCoaster, a 27-foot kinetic sculpture designed by artist George Rhoads.
The museum is located in Mathews Park, adjacent to the Lockwood-Mathews Mansion, the Center for Contemporary Printmaking, a gallery and studio for printmaking, and Devon's Place, a playground designed for all children to play together, including those with physical, sensory and mental challenges.
External links
* [http://www.steppingstonesmuseum.org Stepping Stones Museum for Children]
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