Support Us Membership Buy Tickets PLAN A VISIT ALL-TIME ACCESS EVENTS CALENDAR EXHIBITS EDUCATORS COMMUNITY CHEVRON Maker Annex Take creativity and ingenuity to the next level with 3D printers, laser cutters and more! Buy Tickets Exhibit Features What Can My Family Do? Guidelines and Rules ABOUT THE EXHIBIT The Chevron Maker Annex is a place for children to design, construct and showcase their work through both pre-paid and drop-in workshops. All workshops are designed to expose participants to a handful of tools and materials, from hand tools to 3D printers and laser cutters. The space encourages kid makers to tap into their creative potential with access to real tools and high-tech resources. Check out what we are making this month. ‍ EDUCATORS In the Chevron Maker Annex, a maker is someone who creates products by combining a variety of materials and sharing what they have learned with others. Our workshops begin by introducing various engineering concepts. The topics in the workshops focus on everything from electricity to structural integrity. After an interactive lesson, visitors are challenged to create products based on a prompt, which encourages learning through self-exploration. The Chevron Maker Annex offers a variety of flexible opportunities for school groups. Learn more about Focused Tours. More for Educators AGES 8+ ADMISSION Included with General Admission PERFECT FOR Creative Thinkers Puzzle Solvers Techies & Gamers LOCATION Lower Level, Inside Invention Convention ACCESSIBILITY See Accessibility TEKS Science See TEKS Alignments MASK UP AND PLAY SAFE We are committed to the safety of children, visitors, and our staff and follow CDC COVID-19 guidelines. All visitors ages 2+ must wear a mask covering their nose and mouth while inside the Museum. Visitors who do not follow this requirement will be asked to leave. We will update our policies according to the CDC guidelines. Learn More What Parents are Saying “We are just finishing the 3-day ideaMAKE workshop. An incredibly wonderful learning experience. Thank you for the guidance, help and patience in making this an unforgettable experience. We can’t wait for another workshop.” Pat K. PARENT Exhibit Features There’s a lot to see and do in this exhibit—check out some of these unique activities! Cutting Edge Technology Get real experience. Learn how to use cutting-edge digital fabrication technologies like laser-cutters, 3D printers and microcontrollers. Real Tools Experience the tools of the trade. Learn how to safely handle the kind of real tools used by Makers as they solder circuits, saw wood, drill, hammer, sew and more! Maker Crew Workshops Exclusive tinkering opportunities. Join our Kid’s Maker Crew by completing all 3 levels of one of our Maker Crew workshops. What Can My Family Do? Here are activity suggestions for specific age groups in this exhibit. Toddler Activities Preschooler Activities Lower Elementary Activities Upper Elementary Activities Exhibit Guidelines and Rules THANK YOU TO OUR EXHIBIT SPONSORS Bring the Museum Home with You Keep the inspiration, invention, interaction and imagination going. Wind Up Toys Learn how to create our own simple wind-up toy -- the Spool Racer! Watch Mr. O’s Video MyCMH is Here! Create your own All-Time Access playlist featuring your favorite activities and educators. Get Started Mark Your Calendar Explore Events Calendar DEC 04 Intempo Dance Presents The Nutcracker It's the holiday tradition you know and love! Catch a preview of the local dance group's show. Event Details DEC 06 Members Holiday Party Unwrap the holiday magic at Children's Museum Houston's Members-only holiday party! Event Details DEC 11 Be Our Guest: Princess Party sponsored by Gilbert Andrew Garcia and Garcia Hamilton & Associates LP You're on the royal guestlist! Event Details Find Out First Sign up for e-news and be the first to know about special events, discounts and more! I’M INTERESTED IN Museum News Virtual Learning and All-Time Access Educator-Approved Toys and Games Ways to Get Involved I’m a Parent I’m an Educator English Spanish A Playground for Your Mind™ Children’s Museum Houston 1500 Binz St, Houston, TX 77004 (713) 522-1138 Children’s Museum Houston is a 501(c)(3) organization. About Us Accessibility Careers and Internships Contact Us Donation Request FAQ Fiddle Sticks Online Shop Fort Bend Children’s Discovery Center Gift Cards News Privacy Policy Designed and Built by Poetic.