The Little Sparks workshop series is a fun, interactive way for your Little Sparks (ages 3-6) to explore the world of cars. Join us on the third Saturday of each month from 9 am to 10 am to play games, create artwork, and enjoy the museum collection. The workshop is free with the purchase of museum admission.

This month’s theme is My Car + Me on Saturday, March 16 from 9 am to 10 am. If you joined us last month, we learned how to build a car. Now join us (in your own cardboard car if you’d like), and learn all of the important steps of taking care of a car from learning to drive to taking your car to the car wash.

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April 20, 2024- Around the World

May 18, 2024- Animals

June 15, 2024- Tool Belts

The Little Sparks workshop series is a fun, interactive way for your Little Sparks (ages 3-6) to explore the world of cars. Join us on the third Saturday of each month from 9 am to 10 am to play games, create artwork, and enjoy the museum collection. The workshop is free with the purchase of museum admission.

This month’s theme is Build A Car on Saturday, February 17 from 9 am to 10 am. Have you ever built a car? Join us at this workshop to explore the parts of a car and build a cardboard car of your very own.

Members enjoy complimentary parking at Petersen Education events. Not A Member? Join Now!

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March 16, 2024- My Car and Me

April 20, 2024- Around the World

May 18, 2024- Animals

The Little Sparks workshop series is a fun, interactive way for your Little Sparks (ages 3-6) to explore the world of cars. Join us on the third Saturday of each month from 9 am to 10 am to play games, create artwork, and enjoy the museum collection. The workshop is free with the purchase of museum admission.

This month’s theme is Cars and Art on Saturday, January 20 from 9 am to 10 am. We view all of our cars as their own works of art. Join us this month to create your very own automobile-inspired works of art!

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We want to make sure there are enough supplies for everyone! Please grab these free tickets so we know you’re coming (General Admission Required).

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December Little Sparks Youth Workshops | Gingerbread Garages

December 16th from 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM

The Little Sparks workshop series is a fun, interactive way for your Little Sparks (ages 3-6) to explore the world of cars. Join us on the third Saturday of each month from 9 am to 10 am to play games, create artwork, and enjoy the museum collection. The workshop is free with the purchase of museum admission.

This month’s theme is Gingerbread Garages on Saturday, December 16 from 9 am to 10 am. You’ve heard of gingerbread houses, but here at the Petersen, our cars deserve a house too. Come build your very own gingerbread garage to protect your favorite toy car.

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Event is currently at Capacity!

Workshops run Saturday mornings from 9:00 am to 10:00 am. General admission tickets can be purchased HERE.

Please do not hesitate to reach out to education@petersen.org with any questions.
We look forward to seeing you soon!

Members enjoy complimentary parking at Petersen Education events. Not A Member? Join Now!

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Take a look at future topics and check back on the first of the month to sign up!

January 20, 2024 - Cars and Art
February 17, 2024 - Build a Car
March 16, 2024 - My Car and Me

November Little Sparks Youth Workshops | Road Trips!

November 18th from 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM

This month's theme is Road Trips on Saturday, November 18th from 9am to 10 am. Come experience your very own road trip treasure hunt through the Petersen, and build a sensory bag full of collected treasures!

The Little Sparks workshop series is a fun, interactive way for your Little Sparks (ages 3-6) to explore the world of cars. Join us on the third Saturday of each month from 9 am to 10 am to play games, create artwork, and enjoy the museum collection. The workshop is free with the purchase of museum admission, though we encourage families to sign up by adding our free event!

Sign Up for Little Sparks!

Workshops run Saturday mornings from 9:00 am to 10:00 am. General admission tickets can be purchased HERE.

Please do not hesitate to reach out to education@petersen.org with any questions.
We look forward to seeing you soon!

Members enjoy complimentary parking at Petersen Education events. Not A Member? Join Now!

Save the Date! 

Take a look at future topics and check back on the first of the month to sign up!
December 16, 2023 - Gingerbread Garages

September Little Sparks Youth Workshops | Ready, Set, Race

September 16th from 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM

Explore the world of video games by building components of your own game. 

The Little Sparks workshop series is a fun, interactive way for your Little Sparks (ages 3-6) to explore the world of cars. Join us on the third Saturday of each month from 9 am to 10 am to play games, create artwork, and enjoy the museum collection. The workshop is free with the purchase of museum admission. 

 Workshops run Saturday mornings from 9:00 am to 10:00 am. General admission tickets can be purchased HERE.

Please do not hesitate to reach out to education@petersen.org with any questions.
We look forward to seeing you soon!

Save the Date! 

Take a look at future topics and check back on the first of the month to sign up!
October 21, 2023 - Cars and Emotions
November 18, 2023 - Road Trips
December 16, 2023 - Gingerbread Garages

August Little Sparks Youth Workshops | My Car and Me

August 19th from 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM

Owning a car can be a full time job. Join us in this fun, interactive workshop and walk through the responsibilities necessary to take care of your car!

The Little Sparks workshop series is a fun, interactive way for your Little Sparks (ages 3-6) to explore the world of cars. Join us on the third Saturday of each month from 9 am to 10 am to play games, create artwork, and enjoy the museum collection. The workshop is free with the purchase of museum admission. 

 Workshops run Saturday mornings from 9:00 am to 10:00 am. General admission tickets can be purchased HERE.

Please do not hesitate to reach out to education@petersen.org with any questions.
We look forward to seeing you soon!

Save the Date! 

Take a look at future topics and check back on the first of the month to sign up!
September 16, 2023 - Ready, Set, Race
October 21, 2023 - Cars and Emotions
November 18, 2023 - Road Trips

July Little Sparks Youth Workshops | Cars and Art

July 15 from 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM

Motorsports are an important part of car history. Join us at this Summer of Speed workshop to complete our racing obstacle course. Winners will receive their very own Piston Cup!

The Little Sparks workshop series is a fun, interactive way for your Little Sparks (ages 3-6) to explore the world of cars. Join us on the third Saturday of each month from 9 am to 10 am to play games, create artwork, and enjoy the museum collection. The workshop is free with the purchase of museum admission. 

 Workshops run Saturday mornings from 9:00 am to 10:00 am. General admission tickets can be purchased HERE.

Please do not hesitate to reach out to education@petersen.org with any questions.
We look forward to seeing you soon!