Tynkertopia

Tynkertopia offers classes such as Crafty Kids, Watercolor for Kids, 3D Printing for Kids, Cooking for Kids, Spanish for Kids, and Take Apart and Peek Inside. Class prices listed are $40 per class for each of these offerings.

Programs

• Tynkertopia Classes — Children ages 1 to 18 are eligible for a free meal when they visit; class age requirements vary by class. · September classes are held for 4 weeks, from September 1st to September 25th; classes meet for 1 hour every week.
• Crafty Kids — Ages 5 to 11 · Tuesdays 4-5PM · $40 per class
• Watercolor for Kids — Ages 5 to 11 · Wednesdays 4-5PM · $40 per class
• 3D Printing for Kids — Ages 8 to 12 · Wednesdays 4-5PM · $40 per class
• Cooking for Kids — Ages 6 to 11 · Thursdays 4-5PM · $40 per class
• Spanish for Kids — Ages 5 to 11 · Thursdays 3-4PM · $40 per class
• Take Apart and Peek Inside — Ages 7 to 11 · Fridays 3-4PM · $40 per class

At a glance

• Ages: 1–18 years old
• Price range: $40 per class
• General schedule: September classes are held for 4 weeks, from September 1st to September 25th. Classes meet for 1 hour every week.
• Facility hours: Tynkertopia Hours: Tuesday - Thursday 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM; Friday & Saturday 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM; closed Sunday and Monday. TynkerSpace Hours: Tuesday - Thursday 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM; Friday 12:00 PM – 7:00 PM; Saturday 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM; closed Sunday and Monday.

About the provider

Tynkertopia is a nonprofit STEAM community center in Flagstaff, Arizona. It partners with the US Department of Agriculture and St. Mary’s Food Alliance to offer a free meal to every child between 1 and 18 years of age who visits Tynkertopia. Its mission is to expand the creativity and inquiry skills of tynkerers of all ages by inviting curiosity, inspiring wonder, encouraging playfulness, and celebrating unique solutions.

No admission is charged and no donation is required. Classes: arrive at least five minutes before classes begin. The right is reserved to cancel classes with less than 3 registrants. A 50% refund is available up to 7 days before class begins.

What families say

“Tynkertopia makes huge contributions to the community. Dr. Alice is a real silo-breaker, reaching out across so many sectors to connect the community, and she's a visionary. She's helped many lives through giving a nurturing place for all, including disadvantaged children, to hang out, learn and become our scientists and creators of the future. What an original place Tynkertopia is!” — Kate Rose, Wild World Irish Fiddle

“As an educator with over 20 years of experience, I recognize Tynkertopia as amazing opportunity for open ended learning! Children can choose from a variety of materials that engage and inspire! Tynkertopia develops children's love of learning and ability to see themselves as masters of their own learning!” — Rene RedDay

“Dr. Christie is a firework of brilliance, imagination, creativity, ingenuity, caring, selflessness and passion! A true inspiration, role model and hero. Pure good energy! She has created a paradise of joy and learning for children of all ages. What a gift to our community!” — Ursula Wallentin, Property Management Services

Last updated August 31, 2026.