OUR MISSION

Create a DC-based Children's Museum that engages children and the District at many levels.

Our mission

At Explore! we inspire children to be curious thinkers, creators, communicators, and collaborators.
Exploration

Children will have immersive play and learning opportunities with authentic tools and materials that encourage creativity and problem solving in a social environment.

Excitement

Children will experience the joy and wonder of learning, as they pursue their own interests and develop important life skills.

Engagement

Explore! will engage families, schools, and community organizations to extend the learning experience for children.

Evaluation

Explore! will utilize qualitative and quantitative methodologies  to measure the museum’s impact and effectiveness and learn about how best to serve our visitors.

Philosophical Purpose

At Explore! we spark the curiosity and creativity of children and inspire wonder about the world. A private 501(c)3 nonprofit organization, Explore! is dedicated to serving children birth through age 10 in the District of Columbia, Virginia and Maryland.
Explore! is committed to serving all members of the community regardless of age, race, color, religion, creed,
citizenship status, marital status, sexual orientation, sex, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other protected status under applicable law