David & Carol Van Andel Children's Gallery - Curiosity Courtyard: A Garden Discovery Experience

This 2,500-square-foot exhibition in the David & Carol Van Andel Children’s Gallery is a bold, bright, immersive place for indoor exploration and creative play. Inspired by the beloved Frances Hodgson Burnett classic The Secret Garden and composed of elements popular in English garden design, this space includes 10 engaging activity stations designed for our youngest guests—and their adults!—to expand their imaginations and grow their curiosity:

• Green screen photo opportunity
• Gazebo seating area
• Rose trellis pruning activity
• Frog fountain light table
• Hedge maze pathway
  Lawn games play area
• Topiary magnet wall
• “Secret Garden” reading nook
• Caretaker’s Cottage planting beds
• Garden Explorer scavenger hunt cards

Explore this wonderful new space with an interactive tour, courtesy of RealSpace.

When visiting, please follow these rules to create a safe environment for all guests to enjoy:

• Masks are required in this area for children age 4 through 6th grade.
• Use walking feet, inside voices and play with toys and other objects without throwing.
• Be kind and respectful of others.
• Keep shoes on your feet and your feet on the ground. No climbing, please.
• No food or drinks are allowed in this space. Enjoy snacks in the Lievense Indoor Eating Area located on the Courtyard Level of the Welcome Center.
• Always stay with your adult. Have fun exploring together!

The Curiosity Courtyard: A Garden Discovery Experience is generously sponsored by: