The Children’s Museum of Southern Oregon
GRANTS PASS, OR
How does a mature park, become the setting for exceptional play? That's the question that faced us when The Children's Museum of Southern Oregon's (TCMSO) new Grants Pass building also came with the ability to convert an existing, under-used park into the museum's new outdoor learning space. As part of a multi-disciplinary team, MxM conducted site analyses to identify strategic opportunities and then worked with TCMSO staff to define the overall site program. Over a series of conversations, our team sited these outdoor elements to minimize utility expenses, protect existing trees, and create iconic, play spaces that work well for both the pre-school and museum visitors throughout all four seasons. The team focused on the ability to adapt as it is implemented. Community organizations will be able to continuously contribute to the play offerings in various ways like jet boats, green houses, and construction equipment.