The Thingery

The Thingery is a “library of things” offering experience passes and equipment that provide opportunities for lifelong learning, creativity, and exploration.

Overdue fines: $1 per day for most items, $50 per day for passes.


 

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Audience

Horseshoes

two horseshoe stakes with game pieces

Outdoor backyard game that can be played between two players or two teams of two. The aim of the game is to throw the horseshoe around, or as close to the stake as possible. Points are awarded based on how close the horseshoe is to the stake.

Horwitz-DeRemer Planetarium

horwitz deremer planetarium explore pass

The Horwitz-DeRemer Planetarium at Retzer Nature Center features a dome-shaped theater with Digistar 6 technology that transports visitors beyond city lights to explore the wonders of the day and night sky.

S14 W28167 Madison St., Waukesha, WI 53186 | (262) 970-4139

International Crane Foundation

international crane foundation explore pass

The International Crane Foundation is a global conservation organization featuring the world's only complete collection of all 15 crane species, with guided tours, self-guided trails, and live exhibits at their Baraboo headquarters. 

E11376 Shady Lane Rd., Baraboo, WI 53913 | (608) 356-9462

Jewelry Toolkit

Kit with scissors, pliers, tape measure, and screw drivers

The jewelry repair kit makes jewelry making and repair easy and smooth. Includes 3 jewelry pliers, 6 needles, 1 straight tweezers, 1 bent tweezers, 1 caliper, 1 awl, 1 jump ring opener, 1 bead embroidery needle, 1 thread scissors, 1 tape measure, 1 needle threader, in a zipper pouch.

Kalimba

tan colored kalimba instrument

The kalimba consists of a wooden board with attached staggered metal tines, played by holding the instrument in the hands and plucking the tines.

Karaoke Machine

mini handheld karaoke machine with two wireless microphones

Features RCA output jacks to connect to your TV for scrolling lyrics, 1 microphone jack. Bluetooth enabled and plays CD/CD+Graphics. Built-in ceiling & speaker disco lighting.

Kayaks

blue kayak and paddle

The Sun Dolphin Aruba 10, sit-in kayak is great for river and lake trips. It features adjustable foot braces, padded seat and protective thigh pads. It weights 40 lb. and has a 250 pound weight limit. Available in summer only.

Kill A Watt Power Meter

kill a watt power meter device

Tired of getting an electric bill that is out of control? With the Kill A Watt Meter, you can cut your energy costs and determine which appliances are actually worth keeping plugged in.

Knife Sharpener

person sharpening scissors with knife sharpener, tomato in foreground

This is a 2-stage adjustable knife sharpener: Diamond stage 1: sharpens knives & removes major dings; Ceramic stage 2: polishes and hones knives. Both stages are fully adjustable from 14 to 24 degrees/side. A scissor sharpener sharpens inside and outside scissor edges.

Kodak Slide N Scan Digital Converter

person pulling film strip from kodak converter

Scanner features: Converts color and black and white negatives (135, 110, 126) and 50 mm slides (135, 110, 126) to JPEGs. Convenient, easy-loading film and negative adapters and inserts; 5″ color LCD screen; computer not required; 14.0 megapixel resolution.

Ladder Toss

ladder toss game setup

Enjoy friendly competition with this Ladder Toss game. Toss the bolas to score points by wrapping them around the ladder rungs. Easy to set up and play, it’s a fun outdoor or indoor game for all ages and great for gatherings.

Laminator

laminator machine with paper inside

Thermal laminator for laminating documents up to 9 inches wide; accommodates legal and letter sized paper, photos, and more. Includes (1) 9-inch laminator machine, (2) 3-mil 8.9 x 11.4 inch laminating pouches. Compatible with any 3 mil or 5 mil laminating pouch

Metal Detector

metal detector

The library has two metal detectors. The Tracker IV Metal Detector has renowned ground balancing capability for the best results in all kinds of soil. The Quick Silver Metal Detector has fully automatic ground balance, push-button discrimination, and one-touch depth control.

Metal Stamping Kit

metal stamping kit with stamps, a file, and mallet

Metal Stamping Kit is a jewelry-making & hand stamping kit that includes everything a beginner maker or artisan needs to get started with DIY jewelry and hand-stamping.

Milwaukee Art Museum

milwaukee art museum explore pass

The Milwaukee Art Museum is a world-famous institution featuring stunning architecture and an extensive collection of art spanning centuries and cultures, offering visitors an enriching experience with the visual arts.

700 N. Art Museum Dr., Milwaukee, WI 53202 | (414) 224-3200

Milwaukee County Zoo

milwaukee county zoo explore pass

The Milwaukee County Zoo houses over 2,100 specimens representing 314 species from around the world, offering an immersive experience with diverse exhibits, up-close animal encounters, and educational programs across 190 acres.

10001 W Bluemound Rd., Milwaukee, WI 53220 | (414) 771-3040

Mitchell Park Domes

mitchell park domes explore pass

The Mitchell Park Domes is open year-round and feature three distinct glass-domed conservatories showcasing tropical jungle, arid desert, and rotating seasonal floral displays in a unique architectural setting.

524 S. Layton Blvd., Milwaukee, WI 53215 | (414) 257-5600