TRAVEL BACK IN TIME TO MEET INSPIRATIONAL HEROES

Naples, FL (May 2025) – Travel back in time and unravel the secrets of world-famous
heroes at the brand-new exhibit at the Golisano Children’s Museum of Naples, Xavier
Riddle and the Secret Museum: The Exhibit.

This new exhibit brings to life the acclaimed PBS KIDS® TV series, Xavier Riddle and
the Secret Museum, which follows kid adventurers Xavier Riddle, his little sister Yadina,
and best friend Brad as they tackle everyday problems by doing something
extraordinary: traveling back in time to learn from real-life inspirational figures when they
were kids.

Families and young adventurers will sneak through a hidden passage to the Secret
Museum and use a hologram to unlock three different times in history to meet
inspirational heroes. Uncover a dinosaur skeleton with paleontologist Mary Anning,
explore a secret garden with botanist George Washington Carver and look at x-rays with
chemist Marie Curie. In the Hall of Heroes, learn the traits of a hero and how you can be
a hero today.

The PBS KIDS® TV series, Xavier Riddle and The Secret Museum is based on the
highly acclaimed children’s book series by Brad Meltzer and Chris Eliopoulos, Ordinary
People Change the World. Xavier Riddle and The Secret Museum: The Exhibit is made
possible by the generous support of the Crawford Taylor Foundation and will open to the
public on May 24, 2025. The exhibit will remain at CMON through August 31, 2025.
Xavier Riddle and The Secret Museum: The Exhibit is included with admission to the
Museum. Local exhibit sponsorship provided by The Tourist Development Council of
Collier County.

About The Golisano Children’s Museum of Naples
A 501(C)(3) not-for-profit charitable organization founded in 2002, The Golisano
Children’s Museum of Naples is a brain-building powerhouse and Southwest Florida’s

first museum devoted to children and families. CMON is a two story, 30,000 square foot
cultural institution including hands-on and fully accessible exhibits developed by experts
in child psychology. CMON provides an exciting, inspiring environment where children
and their families play, learn, and dream together. Visit us online at cmon.org.

About PBS KIDS

PBS KIDS believes the world is full of possibilities, and so is every child. As the number
one educational media brand for kids, PBS KIDS helps children ages 2-8 learn lessons
that last a lifetime. Through television, digital media, and community-based programs,
PBS KIDS wants children to see themselves uniquely reflected and celebrated
in lovable, diverse characters who serve as positive role models, and to explore their
feelings and discover new adventures along the way. Families can watch PBS KIDS
anytime on the free PBS KIDS 24/7 channel and the PBS KIDS Video app, available on
mobile and connected-TV devices, no subscription required. PBS KIDS’ large collection
of mobile apps and pbskids.org provide accessible content, including digital games and
streaming video to spark kids’ curiosity. PBS KIDS and local stations across the country
support the entire ecosystem in which children learn and grow – including their
teachers, parents, and community – providing resources to support children’s learning,
anytime and anywhere. For more information, visit pbs.org/pressroom, or follow PBS
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