The Thingery

The Harley-Davidson Museum is a 130,000 square foot facility featuring a large collection of motorcycles, artifacts, and interactive exhibits that bring to life the history and culture of Harley-Davidson.

400 W. Canal St., Milwaukee, WI 53201 | (414) 287-2789

Test your aim by tossing horseshoes around a stake in this classic outdoor backyard game for 2 to 4 players. This set includes 4 solid steel horseshoes and 2 two-foot-long metal stakes that must be driven into the ground.

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

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

Make jewelry making and repair easy with this all-in-one toolkit in a convenient zipper pouch. This kit includes 3 pliers, 6 needles, straight and bent tweezers, a caliper, an awl, a jump ring opener, thread scissors, a tape measure, and a needle threader.

Discover the gentle, melodic sounds of the kalimba, a handheld instrument played by plucking metal tines with your thumbs. It includes a wooden kalimba, a tuning hammer, and a cleaning cloth.

Sing along to your favorite songs with this karaoke machine featuring built-in disco lights and Bluetooth, FM radio, USB, and auxiliary input. Kit includes a speaker, 2 wireless microphones, and a charging cable.

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.

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.

Convert old negatives and 50mm slides into digital files you can preview on the built-in screen or transfer to any Windows or Mac via USB. Kit includes a Kodak Slide N Scan scanner, film adapters, all necessary cables, SD card, and USB card reader.

Challenge friends to Kubb (pronounced "KOOB"), a fun outdoor throwing game for all ages needing a flat area of at least 20 x 13 feet. This solid wood set includes a 12-inch king, 10 knights, 6 throwing dowels, 4 corner stakes, and a carrying bag.

Score points by tossing cord-connected balls (bolas) onto the rungs of the ladder in this fun, easy-to-learn game for all ages. This set includes 2 pipe-frame ladders that require assembly, 6 bolas, and a compact carrying bag.

Protect documents, photos, and more up to 9 inches wide with a smooth, professional laminated finish. This kit includes a thermal laminator and two 3-mil 8.9 x 11.4-inch pouches, with the machine accepting any 3-mil or 5-mil pouch sold separately.

Restore dull knives and scissors to a sharp edge at home with this adjustable two-stage sharpener. This kit includes a diamond sharpening stage, a ceramic honing stage, and a scissor sharpener, all adjustable from 14 to 24 degrees.

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.

Create hand-stamped jewelry and keepsakes on soft metals and wood with this beginner-friendly kit. This kit includes a hammer, a steel bench block, 8 stamp guides, and 63 metal stamps featuring  letters, numbers, and special characters.

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

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