The Department of Curious Things is a mobile creativity lab on wheels — a little bus with a big mission: to spark imagination, wonder, and belonging in kids right where they are.
We’re transforming a bus into a traveling hub of art, play, and curiosity. Instead of asking kids to come to us, we’ll bring the magic to them — to schools, parks, neighborhoods, and community events across Middle Tennessee. Inside, children will find hands-on creative experiences designed to remind them of their own power to make, build, and dream.
Why does this matter? Because every child deserves access to creativity. Too often, opportunities for art and play are limited by geography, cost, or circumstance. Our bus erases those barriers — making curiosity mobile and accessible for all kids, no matter where they live or what their background is.
This is not just about crafts or paintbrushes. It’s about joy. It’s about kids seeing themselves as makers and explorers. It’s about giving them space to say, “I belong here. My ideas matter.”
The Department of Curious Things is a rolling reminder that childhood is worth celebrating — and that creativity, once sparked, can change everything.
Learn More: https://thedepartmentofcuriousthings.com