Celebrating imagination
This month our theme is IMAGINATION. We’ll dance like banana stuffed scarecrows, read books about eating fluffy clouds, and make wacky mobile monster mates during crafter-noon. As always, all these activities will run all day, every day, and are all included with Free Play tickets.
But why is imagination so important to nurture? MoPA Team Member, Kim, explains.
“Picture a world where anything is possible—a world where dragons roam, castles float among the clouds, and ordinary objects transform into magical treasures. This is the realm of imagination, a boundless playground where children explore, create, and dream without limits.
Imagination isn’t just child’s play; it’s a vital skill that lays the foundation for a lifetime of learning, innovation, and empathy. When children engage their imaginations, they’re not just escaping reality; they’re actively constructing new worlds, solving problems, and flexing their creative muscles.
In the realm of imagination, children become architects of their own destinies, navigating imaginary landscapes, and experimenting with endless possibilities. Whether they’re inventing fantastical stories, building elaborate forts, or crafting imaginary friends, imagination opens doors to exploration and self-discovery.
But imagination is more than just make-believe; it’s a powerful tool for developing essential life skills. Through imaginative play, children learn to think critically, solve problems, and adapt to new situations. They learn to see the world from different perspectives, fostering empathy and understanding for others.
Moreover, imagination is the birthplace of innovation and creativity—the driving forces behind progress and change. When children dare to dream, they become inventors, artists, and visionaries, shaping the world around them with their ideas and aspirations.
Nurturing imagination isn’t just about encouraging flights of fancy; it’s about fostering a sense of wonder and possibility in every aspect of life. Whether it’s through storytelling, art, or open-ended play, parents can cultivate a rich imaginative landscape where their children can explore, create, and thrive.
In a world that’s constantly evolving, imagination is the compass that guides us forward, inspiring us to dream big, reach for the stars, and imagine the impossible. So let’s celebrate the power of imagination and encourage our children to embrace the magic of their own imaginations, for it’s through their dreams that the future is born.”
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Trick or treat? Well... Every educator knows the best trick in their book is to wrap learning and development opportunities in PLAY.
That’s why we’re making HAUNTED HOUSES, reading a few spooky tales, and throwing thriller-esk dance parties every day at MoPA this week.
Storytelling, literacy, rhythm, and all manner of motor skills - all wrapped up in a handful of super-not-so-spooky FUN! x
OK, this is INCREDIBLE... 1,400 (1,400!!!) families have registered to become shareholders💃🕺💌
There’s still time to pop your name down for early access. It doesn’t cost a penny to sign up for access, and it guarantees you’ll have access to the offer before it’s made public ❤️🤞
For more deets, head to the link in our bio above 👆
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Last week we promised BIG news...
THIS JUST IN: YOU CAN NOW OWN SHARES IN MoPA 🎉 🤯
FIRST STEP: Register your interest via the EOI link in our bio!
We’ve grown MoPA to 4 Museums and $30M cumulative revenue in 6 years, thanks to support from colleagues, family and friends, Australia Council for the Arts and YOU, our gorgeous guests. And so when considering how to best fund a new exhibit program, and the NATIONAL growth opportunity ahead for MoPA, it only felt right that the first people we would offer the opportunity to would be YOU: the hundreds and thousands of families who adore and regularly attend their local children’s museums (and those that desperately want a local children’s museum!).
An incredible location has now been secured for the next MoPA in Adelaide, where 3,000+ families have already registered for early-bird parties, excursions and play (before any marketing investment). We’ve even started planning yet another interstate museum!
Registering your interest to become a shareholder (via the EOI link) puts YOU first in line when our Offer opens, before it opens to the general public. There’s no commitment and nothing to pay to register your EOI. We’ve even set aside investor rewards and memberships, which we’ll share when the Offer opens.
But you must register via the EOI link to learn more. LINK IN BIO!
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BIGGEST NEWS EVER!!
You’ve probably spotted MoPA’s founders, Billie and Tom, running around the museums. But next week you’ll see LOTS of them online too, sharing the biggest news in MoPA’s history.
Biggest news EVER? Yep.
Here’s a lil’ hint from Billie and Tom...
Inspired by all the incredible children’s museums overseas, we came home from a trip six years ago convinced that Australia deserved something just as special.
And, so, with more optimism than sense, we took the plunge: we designed and built our first museum. It’s been a roller coaster since then. In six years this uber talented team of now 120+ people has achieved some huge milestones:
🏛️ 4 (FOUR!) world-class Children’s Museums
🎟️ 1 million visits across the network so far!
🎉 200,000+ party guests at 6,000+ events
⭐ 3,000+ beautiful guest reviews
Building four museums has been exciting. But on top of that, we’ve ALSO built the systems required to support a national network of 20+ children’s museums.
Next week, we’ll invite you to be part of what comes next for MoPA. We can’t say too much more just yet. But keep your 👀 out for a very. big. announcement...
❤️ Billie & Tom
Starting… NOW!! All lil’ ones enjoying our Sweet Studio Craft will be invited to make their very own CAKES!! 🍰 🧁 ❤️ This activation is on NOW at all our Museums. x
DYK: It’s Foster Carers Week this week!! This year we’re celebrating with the theme ‘Open Doors. Open Hearts. Open Opportunities’. This theme recognises foster carers who generously open their homes and hearts to help children and young people feel safe and connected, while creating opportunities for the future.
At MoPA we are so so so sooooo proud of our connection with @mackillopfamilyservices and other foster services such as @meli.community. Thank you, to each and every foster carer, for all that you do!
All foster kiddos and their families enjoy free access to MoPA: it’s the very LEAST we can do to support some of the children and families in our community who need it the most.
DOUBLE MEMBER DISCOUNTS!!!
It’s “Member September”, so YOU get 20% off any birthday party booked by Sep 30 - and your party can be any date in the next 12 months! You also receive 20% off at all our Museum Shops!!
Plan ahead and save BIG - minimum party saving is $118! Book with your Member ID at checkout or call 1800006672
THE “SWEET STUDIO” IS ON, BABY!! Pop in to MoPA to craft up your own delectable (but 100% non-edible) sweets at MoPA’s SWEEEEEET studios. Every museum, every day, ON NOW!! x
