Ideas, the Store at Explora

Ideas, the Store at Explora

Give the Gift of Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math (STEAM)!

Give the Gift of Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math (STEAM)!

Explora has an array of hands-on learning tools, gadgets, and games that will have your family and friends engaged in the world of science. Choose from a wide range of educationally stimulating items featuring science, chemistry, building, 4D anatomy sculpture kits, puzzles, art supplies, quirky gifts, and much more!

Shopping is tax-free, and 100% of the proceeds from store sales will benefit Explora, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit!

Store Hours:

Located inside Explora, general admission is not required to visit our store.

The physical store is currently closed to the public. In the meantime:

Shop Online!
Email Thajny@explora.us for information and special orders

Explora has an array of hands-on learning tools, gadgets, and games that will have your family and friends engaged in the world of science. Choose from a wide range of educationally stimulating items featuring science, chemistry, building, 4D anatomy sculpture kits, puzzles, art supplies, quirky gifts, and much more!

Shopping is tax-free, and 100% of the proceeds from store sales will benefit Explora, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit!

Store Hours:

Located inside Explora, general admission is not required to visit our store.

The physical store is currently closed to the public. In the meantime:

Shop Online!
Email thajny@explora.us for information and special orders

FEATURED ITEMS:

Spring into Fun Sale!

Spring into fun with interactive, unique gifts from Explora! There's something for everyone.

Featured Products:

  • Sidewalk Chalk Art Set
  • Big Bubble Set
  • Build a Bird Buffet
  • "Locust" Suckers
Shop Spring Essentials Here
Free pickup from Explora, email thajny@explora.us to schedule.    

Gift Cards, Gift Memberships, Gift Registries

Gift Card: Purchase a gift card for that special someone or yourself today! Gift Cards can be used towards Membership, Admission, Store Purchases, Birthday Parties, and Education Programs.
Purchase Gift Cards here

Educator Discounts

Educators always receive a 10% discount on purchases at Ideas. We offer quality classroom resources, materials, and tools related to science, technology, and art. Ideas, the Store at Explora, carries a wide selection of items that provide hours of hands-on learning, like science kits, nature explorations, books, optics, and intriguing puzzles. School checks and purchase orders are welcome, and purchases over $200 get a 20% discount. Special orders are welcome.

FEATURED ITEMS:

Store Promotion Spring Sale
Shop Spring Essentials Here

Spring into fun with interactive, unique gifts from Explora! There's something for everyone.

Featured Products:

  • Egg-citing Science Activity Kits
  • Big Bubble Set
  • Build a Bird Buffet
  • Locust Suckers
Explora @ Home STEAM Kits

Explora @ Home Kits

Enjoy hands-on learning experiences from the comfort of your own home! Each unique kit encourages STEAM exploration and includes easy-to-read instructions, essential supplies needed, and access to our educator hotline if you need additional assistance. 

Pick your Kit!

  • Colorful Kaleidoscope: Discover how shapes and colors are transformed with light and mirrors!
  • Make @ Home: Can you draw with no hands, or build with no tape, or turn on a light with no switch? Immerse yourself in the creative world of making!
  • Engineer @ Home: Can paper hold up a book? Challenge yourself to build and test a variety of structures. If you can imagine it, you can build it!
Purchase Explora @Home Kits here
Looking for educational kits for your classroom or community center? Contact Tory Hajny at thajny@explora.us to discuss bulk options.

Gift Cards, Gift Memberships, Gift Registries

Gift Card: Purchase a gift card for that special someone or yourself today! Gift Cards can be used towards Membership, Admission, Store Purchases, Birthday Parties, and Education Programs.
Purchase Gift Cards here

Educator Discounts

Educators always receive a 10% discount on purchases at Ideas. We offer quality classroom resources, materials, and tools related to science, technology, and art. Ideas, the Store at Explora, carries a wide selection of items that provide hours of hands-on learning, like science kits, nature explorations, books, optics, and intriguing puzzles. School checks and purchase orders are welcome, and purchases over $200 get a 20% discount. Special orders are welcome.

Return Policy

Return Policy

With Receipt:  All store merchandise is refundable and exchangeable with the original receipt up to 4 weeks after date of purchase. All refunds will be made in the same form of payment at the time of purchase.

Without Receipt:  Refunds will not be allowed without receipt. If merchandise is resalable, full store credit will be granted. The customer can do the exchange on the same day or may be granted a gift card for the return.