Visitors can discover wildlife displays, American Indian artifacts, gems and minerals, dinosaur fossils, and a state-of-the-art planetarium. The Schiele also has a replica Catawba Indian Village, a Nature Trail, and The Farm, a showcase of local agriculture and live animals.

When you trust kids, they trust themselves. Since 1980, Steve & Kate’s has put kids in charge of their own learning experience. As they try, fail, and learn on their own, they learn to trust their own judgment, and tackle the challenges of an ever changing world with creativity and confidence.

Charlotte Ballet Academy offers professionally-led dance classes in Charlotte for children and adults. The Academy provides expert instruction to students who are training for professional careers in dance, as well as adult and child beginners and those who are interested in simply experiencing the joy and benefit of dancing. The Academy is welcoming of all, and offers a nurturing and structured environment that encourages individuality, creative expression and an appreciation for the art of dance.

Créatif Fort Mill is a modern Art Studio for kids and adults, offering Canvas Painting, Rock Painting, Ceramic Painting and other fun surfaces. Prices starting at $15. Walk-in & Paint any time the studio is open - NO STUDIO FEE. Our DiY sessions are a fun experience for Kids and Adults. Host your Birthday Party, Graduation, Bridal Shower, Girls Night Out or any other Art Party in our private party room. Art classes for all age ranges from 2-7, 8-18 and 18+. Registration now available on our website. Weekly Painting Workshops are suitable for kids (8+ yrs) and adults. Our summer and schools-out camps provide campers with the opportunity to participate in artistic exploration.