Astriking feature of the space is the “ McCall House ,” complete with windows and porch light lanterns on either side of the door . Inside , children will find a large peg board on the wall where there are colorful shapes to move around . The house is an homage to William Frank McCall Jr ., a local architect who achieved national acclaim . It is because of him the arts center has a permanent collection of 72 works on paper , created by American artists of the 19th and 20th centuries . They can be found housed in the McCall Gallery .
“ Children are able and welcome to explore architecture with our Frank McCall playhouse , learn about fundamentals of colors and color theory with our color wheel and light tables , create pixel art with our STEM wall , and increase literacy with our library and books to read ,” Porteus said . “ Additionally , we have carried these ideas into the hallway where we have a custom stage they can perform on , a light up table with colorful magna tiles , a reading nook , and custom mural from our curator .”
The Kaleidoscope Children ’ s Museum is free and open to the public during the hours that the Arts Center of Moultrie are open and there will also be different classes , held in the space , that you can register your child for during the year .
“ We are working with some of our current instructors to offer a ‘ Mommy and Me ’ music class for pre-school aged children and are planning some group ukulele classes ,” said Porteus . “ Our goal is to offer as many high quality programs as we can .”
The Arts Center of Moultrie , located at 401 Seventh Ave . S . W ., is open Monday through
The Kaleidoscope Museum offers plenty of activities and books to keep little busy hands engaged and entertained . Photo by Adelia Ladson
A rendition of “ The Son of Man ” by René Magritte decorates a corner of the museum along with a checkerboard pattern , providing a vivid experience for young eyes . Photo submitted
Friday , 10 a . m . to 5:30 p . m . For more information about the Kaleidoscope Children ’ s Museum or about programming , call the center at ( 229 ) 985-1922 .
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