House Resolution No. by Representative Davis designates Thursday, June 1, 2023, as Knock Knock Children's Museum Day at the state capitol. The resolution highlights the museum's significant contributions to early childhood education and community engagement since its opening in August 2017. It emphasizes the museum's commitment to evidence-based learning through play, serving over 600,000 children and families, and its resilience during the COVID-19 pandemic, where it adapted by providing virtual learning experiences and resources.
The resolution also commends the museum for its role in closing knowledge and opportunity gaps, particularly for children with disabilities and those from under-resourced backgrounds. It recognizes the museum's focus on enhancing early literacy and STEAM education, as well as its efforts in professional development for educators. Overall, the resolution acknowledges the Knock Knock Children's Museum as a vital asset to Louisiana's educational, cultural, and economic landscape, providing a safe and inclusive environment for families to learn and grow together.