It’s Adults Only at the Thinkery This Thursday Night

A little grownup tippling, a lot of sonic scientific exploranizing

"...short of whining about it, “Why does that awesome Thinkery place always have to be about the kids? Isn’t..."

April 9, 2018 Arts Post by Wayne Alan Brenner

U.S. Postal Service Debuts First-Ever Scratch-and-Sniff Stamps at Thinkery Event

Snail mail now comes with the option of “smells like summer”

"...stamp debut is happening locally at children's interactive museum Thinkery Austin in an open to the public event (suggested..."

June 20, 2018 Events Post by Kimberley Jones

Thinkery & Verse's Dionysus in America

This contemporary spin on The Bacchae shows how little the unjust treatment of women has changed in 2,500 years

"...chant the name of a male god and, in Thinkery & Verse's production, listen to Yanni outtakes more appropriate..."

Oct. 18, 2019 Arts Review by Laura Jones

Hassle-Free Gifts for the Foodie on Your List

Ship it, sip it, sniff it, stuff it

"...house smell great. 2) Keep the kids busy. The Thinkery's gingerbread kits (thinkery.myshopify.com) tick both boxes. Prebaked by Lady..."

Dec. 3, 2021 Food Feature by Kimberley Jones

Black Pumas x 4th Tap, AISD Produce Boxes, Swoop House’s Happy Food, and More Bite-Sized Food News

All the news that's fit to get your taste buds quivering

"...The Thinkery in Mueller has been collaborating, too, putting together a..."

July 29, 2020 Food Post by Wayne Alan Brenner

Five Austin Museum Day Recommendations

Back, tyranny of choice! Back, we say!

"...2) The Thinkery. Oh, don’t get us started on how Everything Good..."

Sept. 15, 2017 Arts Post by Wayne Alan Brenner

Designing a Smarter City

New weeklong event celebrates city's creative community

"...is collaborating on a project with the Fusebox Festival, Thinkery, John­son & Johnson, local artist Jennifer Chen­o­weth, and the..."

Nov. 4, 2016 News Feature by Robyn Ross

Central Market’s $500 Gingerbread Contest, Le Politique’s Sad Denoument, One Dovetail’s a Pizza and the Other Is a Pommeau, and OMG Watertrade What Kind of Genius Dessert Is That?

All the news that’s fit to get your taste buds quivering

"...any contest and just have some (science-based!) fun: The Thinkery (1830 Simond) and Lady Quackenbush’s Cakery (1900 Simond #300)..."

Dec. 14, 2022 Food Post by Wayne Alan Brenner

11 Ongoing Events and Activities for Austin Kids

Local orgs and museums offer virtual and IRL options

"...learners the chance to experience the children's museum together. Thinkery will host two storytimes and free play that support..."

April 5, 2021 Events Post by Katherine McNevins

Qmmunity: Pride Week Commences

Party with Qmmunity, That Time of the Month, and Andy Campbell

"...LGBTQ Family Pride Bring the kiddos to the Thinkery's queer celebration! Wed., Aug. 7, 4-7:30pm. Thinkery, 1830 Simond...."

Aug. 2, 2019 Column by Sarah Marloff

Gay Place

Pride Week finally descends on Austin

"...LGBTQ Family Pride Everything's coming up rainbows at the Thinkery's Pride party for all LGBTQ families. Wed., Aug. 8,..."

Aug. 3, 2018 Column by Sarah Marloff

Unglue Your Kids From the TV for These Family-Friendly Summer Activities

Ten things to see and do around Austin, no screens required

"...1) There's a lot to see at the Thinkery (1830 Simond), Austin's children's museum, but more importantly there's..."

May 18, 2018 Features Feature by Mae Hamilton

Queer Fundraisers Heat Up January

Who says the holidays have to be the only season for giving?

"...evening with a dessert and Champagne reception at the Thinkery...."

Jan. 16, 2018 Events Post by Sarah Marloff

Coming Attractions

The latest on Blue Starlite's big move, Drafthouse Mueller's opening day, and AFS Cinema's work in progress

"...fact that their nearest neighbor is kids' museum the Thinkery, there will be screenings that tie the two buildings..."

March 10, 2017 Screens Feature by Richard Whittaker

Essential History Museums and Cultural Spaces

Fun for everyone from history buffs to kids who like hands-on science

"...as 2014's Civil Rights Summit, which included four presidents. Thinkery..."

March 3, 2017 Chronolog Post

Wish List

Give 'Til It Helps 2014, Part 1

"...THINKERY 512/469-6200. info@thinkeryaustin.org, www.thinkeryaustin.org › Wine and Champagne bottle corks..."

Dec. 12, 2014 News Feature by Kate X Messer

Civics 101

"...Center from 11am-7pm; the Humane Society noon-7pm; or the Thinkery 10am-6pm. Austin Animal Center, 7201-A Levander; AHS, 124 W...."

Oct. 17, 2014 News Column

Austin Chamber Music Festival 2014 Concert Schedule

"...Storytime at the Thinkery: Peter & the Wolf..."

July 11, 2014 Arts Feature

Picnic Perfect

Second annual Children's Picnic and Real Food Fair to celebrate local food

"...Friends; crafts, movement exercises, and music activities from the Thinkery, Austin's new children's museum; and rainwater collection barrel painting..."

March 28, 2014 Food Feature by Anna Toon

SXKids: Rock Out With Your Kid Out

SXSW week party list tailored for your wee ones.

"...with The Orange Wall Collective, Clamorhouse Kids and the Thinkery to bring a sweet lineup of performers that kids..."

March 7, 2014 Chronolog Post by Terry Ornelas Woodroffe

Identity Shift

Austin's art community spent 2012 making changes for a changing city

"...The Contemporary Austin and the Thinkery – two names that pretty much tell the story..."

Jan. 3, 2014 Arts Feature by Robert Faires

Total Solar Eclipse to Draw Crowds of Tourists to Town

The once-in-a-lifetime darkness is coming to Central Texas

"...an education-oriented task force that included representatives from the Thinkery, UT-Austin, the Austin Astronomical Society, and Austin Community College...."

March 8, 2024 News Feature by Robyn Ross

Beloved South African Chicken Chain Is Finally Coming to Austin

Nando's PERi PERi seeks the heat in Mueller

"...the Origin Hotel, which is near children's museum the Thinkery and already houses the restaurant/bar Blue Lacy. Formerly the..."

Aug. 14, 2023 Food Post by Haris Qureshi

El Raval Opens Where Barlata Used to Be, Wu Chow Expands, Mueller Scores Big (Again), Bouldin Creek Welcomes Underdog, Tso Is So North Now, and More

All the news that’s fit to get your taste buds quivering

"...good things? The Alamo Drafthouse. Kerbey Lane Cafe. The Thinkery. Lick Honest Ice Creams. Marufuku Ramen. Rebel Cheese. Origin..."

May 10, 2023 Food Post by Wayne Alan Brenner

Five Locations: Where to Stay, Where to Dine In Our Embiggening City

Noteworthy nearby hotels and the restaurants in them

"...things about our city – an Alamo Drafthouse, the Thinkery, inviting parks and thriving farmers markets, Rebel Cheese Co...."

Jan. 10, 2023 Food Post by Wayne Alan Brenner

QTPOC-Focused Fest Brings Together the Colors of Pride

Local orgs come together to do some community building

"...an outdoor play area courtesy of ChrysalisQ and the Thinkery...."

June 22, 2022 Qmmunity Post by James Scott

Public Notice: Voting, Any Way You Want

Voting by mail ... or with your pocketbook, just for fun

"...Joy, Wild About Music, BookPeople, Over the Rainbow, and Thinkery – offer discounted prices on anything you buy and..."

May 22, 2020 News Column by Nick Barbaro

Cultural Cancellations and Postponements: The Big List

What's not happening around Austin, arts-wise

"...further notice Ransom Center – closed through March 31 Thinkery, closed through May 1 Umlauf Sculpture Garden & Museum..."

March 24, 2020 Arts Post by Robert Faires

Austin Area Cancellations and Other COVID-19 Updates

Gov. Abbott declares statewide public health disaster

"...Austin's beloved children's museum, the Thinkery, announced that it will be closed starting today and..."

March 13, 2020 News Post by James Renovitch

8 Austin Education Opportunities for Adult Learners

Get your GED, find your passion, take a class, or just nerd out for a night

"...Thinkery21..."

Aug. 24, 2019 News Post by Alexandra Currie-Buckner

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