BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Madison Children's Museum - ECPv6.18.3//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Madison Children's Museum REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Chicago BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20230312T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20231105T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20240310T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20241103T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20250309T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20251102T070000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240726T163000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240726T180000 DTSTAMP:20240625T084125Z CREATED:20240625T084122Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240625T084125Z UID:50395-1722011400-1722016800@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Make Your Own Fidget Toy (Sensory-Friendly Hours) DESCRIPTION:Pop into the Art Studio Classroom to make your own fidget toy! We will be using sensory friendly materials to customize your own experience in the museum. \n\n\n\nThis event is free during our July Sensory-Friendly Night. URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/make-your-own-fidget-toy-sensory-friendly-hours/ LOCATION:Madison Children’s Museum\, 100 N. Hamilton Street\, Madison\, WI\, 53704\, United States CATEGORIES:1 to 2 years,3 to 5 years,6 to 9 years,Drop-in Program,Early Learning,Free with Admission,Imaginative Play,Under 1 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/Art-Adventures_-Sew-Your-Own-Stuffie.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240726T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240726T143000 DTSTAMP:20240722T185745Z CREATED:20240620T194856Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240722T185745Z UID:50166-1722000600-1722004200@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Kamishibai Storytelling with Junko DESCRIPTION:Join Junko each Friday for interactive storytelling with Japanese kamishibai cards! Please check at the admissions desk for today’s location. \n\n\n\nThis event is free with general museum admission. URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/kamishibai-storytelling-with-junko-5/ LOCATION:WI CATEGORIES:3 to 5 years,6 to 9 years,Art,Culture,Drop-in Program,Early Learning,Free with Admission,Imaginative Play,Literacy ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/July-2024-Web-Events-.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240726T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240726T150000 DTSTAMP:20240624T204648Z CREATED:20240624T204646Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240624T204648Z UID:50324-1721998800-1722006000@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Clay Day! DESCRIPTION:Explore the squishy\, smudgy\, sculptable world of clay! \n\n\n\nEach Friday\, join us for a different drop-in clay experience in the Art Studio. We’ll work with a variety of media–ceramic clay\, dough\, paper clay\, polymer clay\, and more. This event is free with general museum admission. URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/clay-day-5/ LOCATION:Madison Children’s Museum\, 100 N. Hamilton Street\, Madison\, WI\, 53704\, United States CATEGORIES:10 to 12 years,3 to 5 years,6 to 9 years,Art,Drop-in Program,Free with Admission ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/Clay-Day-Pinch-Pots.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240726T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240726T130000 DTSTAMP:20240725T160212Z CREATED:20240417T190326Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240725T160212Z UID:47836-1721984400-1721998800@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Metalworking Workshop DESCRIPTION:This workshop is totally metal! Perfect for any aspiring artist who wants to take their work 3D\, metalworking allows for limitless creativity and experimentation. (Don’t worry\, this workshop introduces metal in kid-safe ways; we save the hammers and anvils until they’re a wee bit older!)  \n\n\n\nKids will learn how to use hand tools to form\, twist\, and stamp soft metal. Then they will create their own unique wearable art and miniature sculptures. \n\n\n\nPrice & Logistics\n\n\n\nThis is a drop-off workshop for kids age 6–10. Price includes admission for enrolled child. Participants should bring a sack lunch and water bottle. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister Now\n\n\n\n\nRead our cancellation policy. URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/metalworking-workshop/ LOCATION:WI CATEGORIES:10 to 12 years,6 to 9 years,Additional Fee,Camps,Class,Includes Admission,Registration Required,STEM ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/Exploration-Station-Nature-Weaving-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240725T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240725T190000 DTSTAMP:20240720T064150Z CREATED:20240719T035519Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240720T064150Z UID:50606-1721926800-1721934000@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Fun with Fiber Arts: Macrame DESCRIPTION:Explore various practical and artful fiber arts projects like embroidery\, weaving\, mending\, and sewing with our friend Lexie in the Art Studio! Today we’ll learn to weave and braid macrame. \n\n\n\nThis event is free during our extended Thursday evening hours! URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/fun-with-fiber-arts-3/ LOCATION:Madison Children’s Museum\, 100 N. Hamilton Street\, Madison\, WI\, 53704\, United States CATEGORIES:1 to 2 years,10 to 12 years,3 to 5 years,6 to 9 years,Art,Drop-in Program,Early Learning,Free with Admission,Imaginative Play,Under 1 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/Fiber-Arts-Macrame.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240725T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240725T190000 DTSTAMP:20240625T065525Z CREATED:20240624T212634Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240625T065525Z UID:50334-1721926800-1721934000@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Wild Wonders: Bug Buddies DESCRIPTION:Create your own little insect companion using craft wire\, beads\, and other assorted materials. \n\n\n\nThis event is part of our free admission Thursday evenings\, 4 pm-8 pm. URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/wild-wonders-bug-buddies/ LOCATION:Madison Children’s Museum\, 100 N. Hamilton Street\, Madison\, WI\, 53704\, United States CATEGORIES:1 to 2 years,10 to 12 years,3 to 5 years,6 to 9 years,Art,Drop-in Program,Early Learning,Free with Admission,Nature,STEM,Under 1 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/July-2024-Web-Events-4.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240725T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240725T143000 DTSTAMP:20240624T090740Z CREATED:20240624T090738Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240624T090740Z UID:50264-1721914200-1721917800@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Sensory Worlds with Junko DESCRIPTION: Join Junko in the Urb Garden as we explore different sensory materials every week!  \n\n\n\nThis event is free with general museum admission. URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/sensory-worlds-with-junko-14/ LOCATION:Madison Children’s Museum\, 100 N. Hamilton Street\, Madison\, WI\, 53704\, United States CATEGORIES:1 to 2 years,3 to 5 years,6 to 9 years,Drop-in Program,Early Learning,Free with Admission,Imaginative Play,Under 1 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/Cabin-Life_-Garden-Harvest.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240725T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240725T120000 DTSTAMP:20240723T192509Z CREATED:20240624T093225Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240723T192509Z UID:50300-1721905200-1721908800@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Messy Art with Laurie: Glow Spin Art DESCRIPTION:Join Laurie and our Art Studio staff for a weekly drop-in art experience designed for MCM’s younger visitors and their caregivers. Through open-ended & process-based projects\, empower your little artist to freely explore materials and art-making with their senses. And the best part? We take care of cleanup! \n\n\n\nThis event is free with general museum admission. URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/messy-art-with-laurie-7/ LOCATION:Madison Children’s Museum\, 100 N. Hamilton Street\, Madison\, WI\, 53704\, United States CATEGORIES:1 to 2 years,10 to 12 years,3 to 5 years,Art,Drop-in Program,Early Learning,Free with Admission,Imaginative Play ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/Mess-Monsters-Program-Calendar.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240724T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240724T143000 DTSTAMP:20240624T061955Z CREATED:20240624T061954Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240624T061955Z UID:50214-1721827800-1721831400@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Playdough Party with Junko DESCRIPTION:Join Junko in the Art Studio Classroom each Wednesday to create your own scented playdough that’s a squishy\, smush-able sensory delight. \n\n\n\nThis event is free with general museum admission. URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/playdough-party-with-junko-15/ LOCATION:WI CATEGORIES:1 to 2 years,10 to 12 years,3 to 5 years,6 to 9 years,Art,Drop-in Program,Free with Admission,Imaginative Play,Under 1 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/Playdough-Party-4.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240724T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240724T113000 DTSTAMP:20240726T184601Z CREATED:20240624T055810Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240726T184601Z UID:50186-1721818800-1721820600@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Music Time with Tim! DESCRIPTION:Explore the world of music and rhythm! Join Tim in the Wonderground each week to enjoy play-based songs\, games\, and stories. \n\n\n\nThis event is free with general museum admission. URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/music-time-with-tim-5/ LOCATION:WI CATEGORIES:1 to 2 years,3 to 5 years,6 to 9 years,Culture,Drop-in Program,Free with Admission,Music,Physical Activity ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/Music-Time-with-Tim-2.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240724T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240724T120000 DTSTAMP:20240624T070324Z CREATED:20240624T070321Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240624T070324Z UID:50240-1721817000-1721822400@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Exploration Station: Fresh Flower Pressing DESCRIPTION:Create your very own plant press with recycled materials. Embark on a color scavenger hunt through the Rooftop Ramble gardens and preserve your choice of fresh\, organic blooms. URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/exploration-station-fresh-flower-pressing-2/ LOCATION:Madison Children’s Museum\, 100 N. Hamilton Street\, Madison\, WI\, 53704\, United States CATEGORIES:Art,Drop-in Program,Free with Admission,Nature,STEM ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/Exploration-Station-Flower-Press.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240723T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240723T113000 DTSTAMP:20240625T083037Z CREATED:20240624T092538Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240625T083037Z UID:50292-1721728800-1721734200@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Open Art Studio (Member Morning!) DESCRIPTION:Choose your own art adventure through exploration of materials. Create robots\, cars\, houses\, and more. Drop by the Art Studio classroom for open-ended creative opportunities\, facilitated by our talented staff. \n\n\n\nThis event is free with general museum admission. URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/open-art-studio-20/ LOCATION:Madison Children’s Museum\, 100 N. Hamilton Street\, Madison\, WI\, 53704\, United States CATEGORIES:1 to 2 years,10 to 12 years,3 to 5 years,6 to 9 years,Art,Drop-in Program,Early Learning,Free with Admission,Imaginative Play,Under 1 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/January-2024-Web-Events-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240723T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240723T104500 DTSTAMP:20240620T181936Z CREATED:20240620T181923Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240620T181936Z UID:50151-1721728800-1721731500@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Creative Movement & Dance: Beaver Builders (Member Morning!) DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the Nice Age Trail and deepen our connection to nature with Isthmus Dance Collective! Each Tuesday\, these imaginative\, immersive\, and active classes will allow kids and their grownups to explore the Trail’s themes with curiosity\, creativity\, and exposure to dance concepts from local dance experts. Today’s theme dives into creating dances together\, like beavers working to construct a robust and cozy lodge. \n\n\n\nCreative Movement and Dance events will continue through July as part of MCM Member Appreciation Month! Channel that active energy with our friends from Isthmus Dance Collective\, and enjoy three dedicated hours of play in the museum each Tuesday (9am–12pm) just for our museum members. URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/creative-movement-dance-beaver-architects-member-morning/ LOCATION:WI CATEGORIES:1 to 2 years,10 to 12 years,3 to 5 years,6 to 9 years,Early Learning,Imaginative Play,Members Event,Music,Physical Activity,Special Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/Creative-Movement.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240721T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240721T150000 DTSTAMP:20240721T054835Z CREATED:20240624T091937Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240721T054835Z UID:50282-1721566800-1721574000@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Let's Make! with Lexie: Mini Books DESCRIPTION:Explore new materials and creative techniques through facilitated art activities and bring home hand-made treasures. Projects vary each week and may include sculpture\, painting\, comics\, printmaking\, and more! \n\n\n\nThis event is free with general museum admission. URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/lets-make-with-lexie-34/ LOCATION:WI CATEGORIES:1 to 2 years,10 to 12 years,3 to 5 years,6 to 9 years,Art,Drop-in Program,Free with Admission,Imaginative Play ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/Member-Morning-1-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240721T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240721T120000 DTSTAMP:20240624T070028Z CREATED:20240624T070026Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240624T070028Z UID:50238-1721557800-1721563200@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Exploration Station: Botanical Weaving DESCRIPTION:Weave a one-of-a-kind botanical tapestry with plants from our verdant Rooftop Ramble garden. \n\n\n\nThis event is free with general museum admission\, and open to all ages. URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/exploration-station-botanical-weaving/ LOCATION:Madison Children’s Museum\, 100 N. Hamilton Street\, Madison\, WI\, 53704\, United States CATEGORIES:1 to 2 years,10 to 12 years,3 to 5 years,6 to 9 years,Art,Drop-in Program,Free with Admission,Imaginative Play,Nature,Under 1 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/Botanical-Weaving-Beach-Party.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240720T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240720T200000 DTSTAMP:20240625T063244Z CREATED:20240625T063241Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240625T063244Z UID:50365-1721487600-1721505600@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:MCM Roadshow: Urban Triage 2024 Summer Kickback DESCRIPTION:Join MCM Roadshow at Urban Triage’s 2024 Summer Kickback on July 20th at Penn Park. \n\n\n\nEnjoy a DJ battle\, field activities\, friendly family-centered competitions\, entertainment tent for cooling\, golf carts for accessibility\, a climbing wall\, bounce houses\, a gaming truck\, free food carts\, popcorn\, mascots\, characters\, and friendly competitions for cash on the spot–up to $5000 in cash prizes and more. Shop from over 20 Black local vendors and have fun with local nonprofits including MCM Roadshow! \n\n\n\nMadison Children’s Museum Roadshow brings mobile exhibits and maker activities to community events in Madison and the surrounding area. URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/mcm-roadshow-urban-triage-2024-summer-kickback/ LOCATION:Penn Park\, 2101 Fisher Street\, Madison\, Wisconsin\, United States CATEGORIES:Free ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/Roadshow.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240720T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240720T150000 DTSTAMP:20240716T211657Z CREATED:20240625T082712Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240716T211657Z UID:50389-1721480400-1721487600@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Art Adventures with Laurie: Stamps & Stickers DESCRIPTION:Drop into a new art experience with Laurie and the Art Studio team! Explore art through a variety of creative media and processes meant for all ages and abilities. We’ll take care of all the materials and mess mitigation\, too! Today\, we’ll create our own custom stamps and stickers to adorn…well\, everything! \n\n\n\nThis event is free with general museum admission. Image credit: Eric Gjerde URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/art-adventures-with-laurie-color-by-nature-bandanas-2/ LOCATION:Madison Children’s Museum\, 100 N. Hamilton Street\, Madison\, WI\, 53704\, United States CATEGORIES:1 to 2 years,10 to 12 years,3 to 5 years,6 to 9 years,Art,Drop-in Program,Free with Admission,Imaginative Play,Under 1 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/Image-credit-Eric-Gjerde-.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240720T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240720T120000 DTSTAMP:20240624T065930Z CREATED:20240624T065909Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240624T065930Z UID:50234-1721471400-1721476800@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Exploration Station: Botanical Weaving DESCRIPTION:Weave a one-of-a-kind botanical tapestry with plants from our verdant Rooftop Ramble garden. \n\n\n\nThis event is free with general museum admission\, and open to all ages. URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/exploration-station-nature-weaving-2/ LOCATION:Madison Children’s Museum\, 100 N. Hamilton Street\, Madison\, WI\, 53704\, United States CATEGORIES:1 to 2 years,10 to 12 years,3 to 5 years,6 to 9 years,Art,Drop-in Program,Free with Admission,Imaginative Play,Nature,Under 1 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/Botanical-Weaving-Beach-Party.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240719T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240719T193000 DTSTAMP:20240716T161918Z CREATED:20240625T082231Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240716T161918Z UID:50387-1721408400-1721417400@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Member Party: Superhero Shindig DESCRIPTION:Superheroes take over the museum during our next members-only party! \n\n\n\nKids (and parents) are encouraged to dress up as their favorite superhero and save the day one activity at a time! For those who come sans costume\, don’t worry\, you can make DIY masks and gauntlets in the Art Studio. Enjoy a supercharged scavenger hunt with prizes\, create your own super power sand necklace\, and snack on free light refreshments courtesy of MCM! \n\n\n\nThis event is for current museum members only. Registration is $10 per family (after MCM member discount.) \n\n\n\n\nRegister Now\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n Google Calendar \n \n \n \n iCalendar \n \n \n \n Outlook 365 \n \n \n \n Outlook Live URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/member-party-superhero-shindig/ LOCATION:Madison Children’s Museum\, 100 N. Hamilton Street\, Madison\, WI\, 53704\, United States CATEGORIES:1 to 2 years,10 to 12 years,13 to 17 years,3 to 5 years,6 to 9 years,Art,Culture,Imaginative Play,Members Event,Physical Activity,Special Event,STEM,Under 1 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/Superhero-Shindig-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240719T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240719T170000 DTSTAMP:20240715T205302Z CREATED:20240704T002928Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240715T205302Z UID:50457-1721404800-1721408400@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Members-Only Workshop: History in the Making DESCRIPTION:Enjoy a FREE members-only workshop as part of Member Appreciation Month! \n\n\n\nJoin us for a hands-on learning experience for the whole family\, exploring important themes in Wisconsin History with our friends at the Wisconsin Historical Society. Take on the role of historian by exploring real historical artifacts\, images\, and documents and asking questions about the past. And best of all\, help us create a collaborative museum exhibit driven by your discoveries today. \n\n\n\nThis workshop takes place at the Wisconsin Historical Society Maker Space\, just one block from MCM on the first floor of the US Bank Plaza at 1 S Pinckney. After the workshop\, head back over to MCM for our Superhero Shindig Member Party\, 5–7:30 pm! \n\n\n\nThe workshop is completely free\, but advance registration is required. Recommended for ages 6-9 with an accompanying adult. \n\n\n\n\nRegister Now\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJuly is Member Appreciation Month! Look forward to extra-special perks and events just for our fabulous museum members\, all month long. Not a member yet? Become one today! Membership starts immediately\, so you can visit for free anytime the museum is open. Learn more about membership. URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/members-only-workshop-history-in-the-making/ LOCATION:Wisconsin Historical Society Maker Space\, 1 S. Pinckney Street (US Bank Plaza\, Floor 1)\, Madison\, Wisconsin\, 53703 CATEGORIES:1 to 2 years,10 to 12 years,3 to 5 years,6 to 9 years,Drop-in Program,Free with Admission,Members Event,Special Event,Under 1 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/June-2024-Web-Events-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240719T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240719T143000 DTSTAMP:20240620T193239Z CREATED:20240620T193238Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240620T193239Z UID:50164-1721395800-1721399400@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Kamishibai Storytelling with Junko DESCRIPTION:Join Junko each Friday for interactive storytelling with Japanese kamishibai cards! \n\n\n\nThis event is free with general museum admission. URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/kamishibai-storytelling-with-junko-4/ LOCATION:WI CATEGORIES:3 to 5 years,6 to 9 years,Art,Culture,Drop-in Program,Early Learning,Free with Admission,Imaginative Play,Literacy ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/July-2024-Web-Events-.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240719T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240719T150000 DTSTAMP:20240624T203953Z CREATED:20240624T203952Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240624T203953Z UID:50319-1721394000-1721401200@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Clay Day: Polymer Clay Beads DESCRIPTION:Explore the squishy\, smudgy\, sculptable world of clay! Today we’ll “make and take” custom beads created with colorful polymer material. \n\n\n\nEach Friday\, join us for a different drop-in clay experience in the Art Studio. We’ll work with a variety of media–ceramic clay\, dough\, paper clay\, polymer clay\, and more. This event is free with general museum admission. URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/clay-day-polymer-clay-beads-3/ LOCATION:Madison Children’s Museum\, 100 N. Hamilton Street\, Madison\, WI\, 53704\, United States CATEGORIES:10 to 12 years,3 to 5 years,6 to 9 years,Art,Drop-in Program,Free with Admission ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/Clay-Day-Polymer-Clay-Charms.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240719T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240719T130000 DTSTAMP:20250527T200704Z CREATED:20240417T190158Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250527T200704Z UID:47834-1721379600-1721394000@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Nature Lovers Workshop DESCRIPTION:Is your child happiest with dirt under their nails and seeds in their hair? Does it take at least five minutes for them to list all of their favorite animals? If so\, this workshop was designed with your kid in mind! \n\n\n\nKids will venture through the wilder side of Madison Children’s Museum as they harvest plants from the museum garden for projects that fuse art and science. Then they’ll get up close with the museum’s education animals\, plant seeds\, taste museum-grown food\, and much more.  \n\n\n\nPrice & Logistics\n\n\n\nThis is a drop-off workshop for kids age 6–10. Price includes admission for enrolled child. Participants should bring a sack lunch and water bottle. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister Now\n\n\n\n\nRead our cancellation policy. URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/nature-lovers-workshop/ LOCATION:WI CATEGORIES:10 to 12 years,6 to 9 years,Additional Fee,Camps,Class,Includes Admission,Registration Required,STEM ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/Exploration-Station-Nature-Weaving-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240718T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240718T200000 DTSTAMP:20241024T210636Z CREATED:20240718T013738Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241024T210636Z UID:50523-1721318400-1721332800@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Free Thursday Evenings DESCRIPTION:Visit MCM for free every Thursday evening\, 4–8 pm! \n\n\n\nEnjoy extended hours each Thursday\, completely free of charge. Please check in at the admissions desk when you visit during free hours. \n\n\n\nLooking for more affordable ways to visit? During the rest of the week\, MCM also offers heavily discounted admission and memberships to families who qualify through our Access for Everyone initiative. URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/free-thursday-evenings-4/ LOCATION:WI CATEGORIES:1 to 2 years,10 to 12 years,13 to 17 years,3 to 5 years,6 to 9 years,All Ages,Free,Under 1 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/January-2024-Web-Events-16.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240718T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240718T143000 DTSTAMP:20240624T090655Z CREATED:20240624T090652Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240624T090655Z UID:50262-1721309400-1721313000@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Sensory Worlds with Junko DESCRIPTION: Join Junko in the Urb Garden as we explore different sensory materials every week!  \n\n\n\nThis event is free with general museum admission. URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/sensory-worlds-with-junko-13/ LOCATION:Madison Children’s Museum\, 100 N. Hamilton Street\, Madison\, WI\, 53704\, United States CATEGORIES:1 to 2 years,3 to 5 years,6 to 9 years,Drop-in Program,Early Learning,Free with Admission,Imaginative Play,Under 1 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/Cabin-Life_-Garden-Harvest.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240718T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240718T120000 DTSTAMP:20240624T093143Z CREATED:20240624T093142Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240624T093143Z UID:50298-1721300400-1721304000@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Messy Art with Laurie DESCRIPTION:Join Laurie and our Art Studio staff for a weekly drop-in art experience designed for MCM’s younger visitors and their caregivers. Through open-ended & process-based projects\, empower your little artist to freely explore materials and art-making with their senses. And the best part? We take care of cleanup! \n\n\n\nThis event is free with general museum admission. URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/messy-art-with-laurie-6/ LOCATION:Madison Children’s Museum\, 100 N. Hamilton Street\, Madison\, WI\, 53704\, United States CATEGORIES:1 to 2 years,10 to 12 years,3 to 5 years,Art,Drop-in Program,Early Learning,Free with Admission,Imaginative Play ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/Mess-Monsters-Program-Calendar.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240717T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240717T150000 DTSTAMP:20240625T070044Z CREATED:20240624T084514Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240625T070044Z UID:50247-1721224800-1721228400@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Cabin Life: Herb Sachets DESCRIPTION:Sashay over to our historic cabin to create fragrant sachets of museum-grown herbs\, harvested and dried from the Rooftop Ramble gardens. \n\n\n\nCabin Life invites you each week to try crafts and activities from around the time of our historic 1840s log cabin. This event is free with general museum admission. URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/cabin-life-herb-sachets-2/ LOCATION:WI CATEGORIES:1 to 2 years,10 to 12 years,3 to 5 years,6 to 9 years,Drop-in Program,Free with Admission ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/Cabin-Life-Herb-Sachets.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240717T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240717T143000 DTSTAMP:20240624T061819Z CREATED:20240624T061817Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240624T061819Z UID:50212-1721223000-1721226600@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Playdough Party with Junko DESCRIPTION:Join Junko in the Art Studio Classroom each Wednesday to create your own scented playdough that’s a squishy\, smush-able sensory delight. \n\n\n\nThis event is free with general museum admission. URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/playdough-party-with-junko-14/ LOCATION:WI CATEGORIES:1 to 2 years,10 to 12 years,3 to 5 years,6 to 9 years,Art,Drop-in Program,Free with Admission,Imaginative Play,Under 1 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/Playdough-Party-4.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240717T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240717T113000 DTSTAMP:20240624T055200Z CREATED:20240624T055158Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240624T055200Z UID:50184-1721214000-1721215800@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Music Time with Tim! DESCRIPTION:Explore the world of music and rhythm! Join Tim in the Celebrations room each week to enjoy play-based songs\, games\, and stories. \n\n\n\nThis event is free with general museum admission. URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/music-time-with-tim-4/ LOCATION:WI CATEGORIES:1 to 2 years,3 to 5 years,6 to 9 years,Culture,Drop-in Program,Free with Admission,Music,Physical Activity ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/Music-Time-with-Tim-2.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240717T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240717T120000 DTSTAMP:20240624T065142Z CREATED:20240624T065141Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240624T065142Z UID:50230-1721212200-1721217600@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Exploration Station: Insect Hotels DESCRIPTION:Create your own insect hotel using natural materials to attract and observe local insects right at home!  \n\n\n\nThis event is free with general museum admission. URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/exploration-station-insect-hotels/ LOCATION:Madison Children’s Museum\, 100 N. Hamilton Street\, Madison\, WI\, 53704\, United States CATEGORIES:1 to 2 years,10 to 12 years,13 to 17 years,3 to 5 years,6 to 9 years,Art,Drop-in Program,Early Learning,Free with Admission,Nature,STEM ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/Insect-Hotels.png END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR