

Family Workshops
Registration Required
$5-$20
Ages 5-12
Welcome to The Wonder Club!
Here at The Children’s Museum of the Upstate, we believe wholeheartedly in the power of “wonder.” That’s why it’s one of our six core values. We love it so much we created an entire club just to encourage young learners and their families to follow their curiosity! Check out our 2025 spring season of family workshops.
The cost per class is $5 for TCMU Members (adult or child), and $20 for non-members (adult or child), which includes admission to the museum and all-day play. Advanced registration is required for both adults and children. Classes are non-refundable. All children must be accompanied by an adult to the class.


Bricks & Beyond:
LEGO Building Fun!
February 22, 10AM
Through hands-on activities and challenges guided by experts from Bricks & Minifigs, caregivers and children will work together to unleash their creativity, problem-solving skills, and teamwork while constructing awe-inspiring structures to take home!


Painting Cakes:
Thiebaud-Inspired Art
March 1, 10AM
Parents and children will explore the art of Wayne Thiebaud, the iconic American artist famous for his midcentury paintings of cakes, pies, and candies! In this one-hour class, families will learn watercolor techniques to create a vibrant, three-dimensional cake. Led by Lauren Runion of Yellowbobbypins, it’s a deliciously fun way to get creative—no baking required!


The Great Frosting Frenzy
April 19, 10AM
Join Village Bakes for a hands-on cake decorating adventure where parents and children team up to stack, frost, and decorate their own mini cakes! Discover how everyday fruits and veggies can create vibrant, natural colors while learning techniques from Dr. Katie Sino. This fun-filled class inspires creativity, confidence, and deliciously sweet memories for the whole family!


A Taste of Tradition:
Afternoon Tea Etiquette
May 3, 11AM
Ready for a tea party like no other? Join us for a fun, hands-on class where you’ll learn how to sip tea, munch on tasty treats, and master the art of good manners! You’ll discover the secret to being a tea party pro. Led by Rita Santana, Etiquette Expert and Founder of The Good Gatherings Co., this class makes manners fun and tea time even sweeter!


Explorations in Robotics:
A STEM Adventure
May 17, 10AM
Get ready to build, code, and learn with RoboThink’s awesome robotics kits! In this action-packed class, families will dive into the exciting world of STEM, creating robots and exploring cool engineering concepts that are out of this world. While they won’t be taking home their robots, they’ll leave with tons of fun ideas and info on where to get their very own!
Here at The Children’s Museum of the Upstate, we believe wholeheartedly in the power of “wonder.” That’s why it’s one of our six core values. We love it so much we created an entire club just to encourage young learners and their families to follow their curiosity! Check out our 2025 spring season of family workshops.
- February 22, 10AM
Bricks & Beyond: Lego Building Fun! - REGISTRATION OPENS SOON! SIGN UP FOR NOTIFICATIONS
- March 1, 10AM
Painting Cakes: Thiebaud-Inspired Art - REGISTRATION OPENS SOON! SIGN UP FOR NOTIFICATIONS
- April 19, 10AM
The Great Frosting Frenzy - REGISTRATION OPENS SOON! SIGN UP FOR NOTIFICATIONS
- May 3, 11AM
A Taste of Tradition: Afternoon Tea Etiquette - REGISTRATION OPENS SOON! SIGN UP FOR NOTIFICATIONS
- May 17, 10AM
Explorations in Robotics: A STEM Adventure - REGISTRATION OPENS SOON! SIGN UP FOR NOTIFICATIONS
The cost per class is $5 for TCMU Members (adult or child), and $20 for non-members (adult or child), which includes admission to the museum and all-day play. Advanced registration is required for both adults and children. Classes are non-refundable. All children must be accompanied by an adult to the class.
































FAQS
General
- Paid parking is available in the Heritage Green parking deck.TCMU does not operate this parking deck.
- Fees vary by time and the maximum fee is $4.
- Handicapped parking is available in the lot at the rear of the museum.
- Additional parking options include the Landmark Building Garage and Richardson Street Parking Garage.
- Wonder Club is for children ages 5-12.
- Adults are required to stay with their children at all times.
- Please plan to stay with your child(ren) for the duration of their visit.
- Admission is included in the cost of Wonder Club entry.
- If you are interested in teaching a Wonder Club Workshop, please reach out to [email protected].
- Questions about general museum polices will be answered here: https://tcmupstate.org/greenville/plan-your-visit/faqs/