Ep. 150: Coloring Outside the Lines: Crayola Experience MOA Celebrates 10 Years

Ep. 150: Coloring Outside the Lines: Crayola Experience MOA Celebrates 10 Years

May 27, 2026 · 30 min · Episode 168

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The episode celebrates the 10th anniversary of the Crayola Experience at Mall of America with insights from its Attractions Supervisor and Senior Marketing Manager.

For the past ten years, the Crayola Experience at Mall of America has inspired millions of guests to color outside the lines, embrace creativity, and make unforgettable family memories. In this colorful episode, we’re joined by Carlos Saldana, Attractions Supervisor, and Kelsey Cunningham, Senior Marketing Manager, to celebrate a decade of imagination, hands-on fun, and crayon-filled adventures. From favorite exhibits and unforgettable guest moments to the evolution of the attraction over the years, Carlos and Kelsey share what makes Crayola Experience such a special part of the Mall of America experience. We also get a preview of the exciting 10th birthday celebration happening June 6th and 7th, including special activities, surprises, and ways families can join the fun. Plus, the conversation takes a nostalgic turn as we dive into favorite crayon colors, discontinued classics, and the emotional attachment people have to a simple box of crayons. 1:30 The journey that brought Carlos to the Crayola Experience 4:30 Why guests truly connect with the Crayola brand – it’s generational 7:00 What the ‘experience’ in the Crayola Experience is all about 10:00 The value guests can find at…

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Guests: Carlos Saldana, Kelsey Cunningham

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Organizations: Crayola Experience, Mall of America

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