Play is the Spark! that can ignite learning, imagination, curiosity and more! And it rarely goes in a straight line. Play loops around, goes in and out, takes detours, starts, stops, connects, involves others, climbs, crawls, digs and runs. Just like learning.

This exhibit is all about the fun of discovery and about connecting with meaningful hands-on museum experiences, we call interactives. A number of popular past interactives are included, as well as some fantastic new prototypes.

Most of us are drawn to, and curious about weather generally and tornadoes specifically. This activity empowers visitors to control the action and explore connections between the elements.

Go ahead! Give the rope a pull. Now pick up the bag. Which is heavier? Find out in Spark! on display until March 23.

The human body is a wonderful and sometimes weird thing. Twist and turn various parts to learn more.

Ever wonder what sounds look like? Here’s your chance to hear it – and see it.

Pick it up and try it out. To learn more about what an item is and how to use it, read the attached card.

It’s true! Turn the wheels to line up the years with the arrows and learn interesting tidbits about each decade. Have a twisting good time in Spark! until March 23, 2014.