• SPARK: A Golden Isles Children’s Museum

    Community Survey

  • Thanks so much for taking the time to fill out our survey. We’ve created it to in order to learn more about you and what would you like to see in a children's museum in the Golden Isles. Community input and involvement areessential to the success of SPARK.


    What is SPARK?
    SPARK is an inclusive and interactive museum designed for children of all ages to discover the unique ecology, vibrant cultures, and diverse histories of the Golden Isles through play and exploration. The museum will maintain permanent installations and feature rotating exhibits, offering dynamic learning experiences that spark curiosity and creativity among museumgoers.

    Goals:

    Ignite Creativity
    Foster Inclusivity and Accessibility
    Build Community Connections

     

  • Some of the interactive exhibits we are planning on including in SPARK are:

    • Living Marsh: Museum guests "transform" into Atlantic mud fiddler crabs allowing them to explore, learn, and connect with the ecosystem from a unique perspective.
    • Explore the Mini City with zones inspired by local industries and landmarks (including a farmers market, shrimp boat, and oyster roast, to name a few).
    • Journey of the Altamaha River: Visitors embark on an exciting multi-level water table adventure following the Altamaha River from its headwaters to the sea.
    • Sidney Lanier Bridge Engineering and Construction Area
    • Wander through a two story Live Oak tree with a "whammock" (a giant, three dimensional hammock) for climbing and exploring.
    • A stage for fun, pretend play.
    • Endless Possibilities, creative Makerspace.
    • An innovative SPARK Ideas Tinker Lab.
    • An outdoor storytelling pavilion and archeology digging area for exploring the cultures and historical diversity of the Golden Isles.
  • What areas/spaces do you feel are essential in an interactive children’s museum? (check all that apply)
  • What types of programs would you like to see offered? (Check all that apply)
  • How do you feel a children’s museum like SPARK would impact our community? (check all that apply)*
  • Do you think SPARK would be a positive addition to Glynn County for children and families?*
  • How would you describe the current options for engaging family activities in Glynn County?*
  • When planning a family outing, how important is it to have access to a wide variety of activities (e.g., a nature exhibits, tinker lab, exploring local history, and physical play) in a single location, with one admission price?
  • How often do you think you would visit an interactive children's museum in Brunswick GA?*
  • Based on exhibits and experiences SPARK will offer, what would you be willing to pay?
  • Knowing that an annual membership (for 4 people) will cost less than three standard visits, how likely are you to purchase an annual membership?
  • To ensure that SPARK is inclusive and accessible to everyone in our community, which of these programs would make it easier for families to visit regularly? (Check all that apply)

  • Help Us Represent Our Community

    (This information is confidential and helps us ensure our future museum reflects and serves every family in our community.).
  • Where do you live?
  • Gender:
  • Are you a parent/guardian, grandparent, caregiver, or educator? (Please check all that apply)
  • Please select your age range.
  • What is your annual household income?
  • How would you describe your race or ethnicity? (Select all that apply) We ask this to ensure that SPARK Children’s Museum is designed to be an inclusive space that reflects and serves all members of our community equally.

  • We are looking for passionate individuals to help bring SPARK to life! How would you like to get involved? (Select all that apply)

  • Events & Outreach (Current priority)
  • Leadership & Strategy
  • Professional Skills & Future Support
  • Format: (000) 000-0000.

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