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:20240711T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240711T190000 DTSTAMP:20240624T211400Z CREATED:20240624T211358Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240624T211400Z UID:50331-1720717200-1720724400@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Wild Wonders: Frozen Dinos! DESCRIPTION:Help free our dinosaur friends from frozen blocks of ice during Dino Days! \n\n\n\nThis event is part of our free admission Thursday evenings\, 4 pm-8 pm. Image credit: Kimberly McLeod URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/wild-wonders-frozen-dinos/ 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/Image-credit-Kimberly-McLeod.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240711T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240711T190000 DTSTAMP:20240624T100146Z CREATED:20240624T100144Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240624T100146Z UID:50310-1720717200-1720724400@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Fun with Fiber Arts DESCRIPTION:Explore various practical and artful fiber arts projects like embroidery\, weaving\, mending\, and sewing with our friend Lexie in the Art Studio! \n\n\n\nThis event is free during our extended Thursday evening hours! URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/fun-with-fiber-arts/ 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/Cabin-Life-Yarn-Dolls.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240711T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240711T150000 DTSTAMP:20240624T061226Z CREATED:20240624T061046Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240624T061226Z UID:50201-1720704600-1720710000@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Dino Scavenger Hunt DESCRIPTION:Be very\, very quiet… we’re hunting dinos! Join us in the Urb Garden\, where we’ll sharpen our observation skills and search for little dinosaurs hiding in the plants. Gentleness is encouraged—no toy dinos will be harmed in the making of this program. \n\n\n\nThis program is free with general museum admission. URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/dino-scavenger-hunt/ LOCATION:Madison Children’s Museum\, 100 N. Hamilton Street\, Madison\, WI\, 53704\, United States CATEGORIES:3 to 5 years,6 to 9 years,Drop-in Program,Early Learning,Free with Admission,Nature,Physical Activity,STEM ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/Insect-Scavenger-Hunt-3-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240711T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240711T143000 DTSTAMP:20240624T090557Z CREATED:20240624T090555Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240624T090557Z UID:50260-1720704600-1720708200@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-12/ 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:20240711T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240711T120000 DTSTAMP:20240624T092802Z CREATED:20240624T092800Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240624T092802Z UID:50296-1720695600-1720699200@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Messy Art with Laurie: Dinosaur Printing DESCRIPTION:Join Laurie and our Art Studio staff for a weekly drop-in art experience designed for MCM’s youngest 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! Today we’ll create fiercely adorable dino prints. \n\n\n\nThis event is free with general museum admission. Image credit: Veronika of Toddler at Play URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/messy-art-with-laurie-dinosaur-printing/ 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/May-2024-Web-Events-3.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240711T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240714T160000 DTSTAMP:20240628T210858Z CREATED:20240628T210856Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240628T210858Z UID:50422-1720688400-1720972800@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Dino Days at MCM (July 11–July 14) DESCRIPTION:Join MCM for four days of prehistoric play! Enjoy dino dances\, raptor rhythms\, cretaceous crafts\, and more from July 11 through July 14. \n\n\n\nThursday\, July 11:– Messy Art with Laurie: Dinosaur Printing– Dino Scavenger Hunt– Wild Wonders: Frozen Dinos!– Dino Dance Party: Angela Puerta Band \n\n\n\nFriday\, July 12:– STEAM Time: Tiny Dino-Ramas– Clay Day: Dinosaur Cut-Outs– Dino Scavenger Hunt \n\n\n\nSaturday\, July 13:– Exploration Station: Dino Fossils– Saturday Art Adventures: Mini Dino-Ramas– Dino Scavenger Hunt \n\n\n\nSunday\, July 14: – Exploration Station: Dino Fossils \n\n\n\nThis event is free with the cost of general museum admission. URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/dino-days-at-mcm-july-11-july-14/ LOCATION:Madison Children’s Museum\, 100 N. Hamilton Street\, Madison\, WI\, 53704\, United States CATEGORIES:Early Learning,Free with Admission,History,Imaginative Play,Nature,Physical Activity,Special Event,STEM,Theme Day ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/Dinos-in-Space.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240710T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240710T193000 DTSTAMP:20240710T164443Z CREATED:20240603T170723Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240710T164443Z UID:49679-1720630800-1720639800@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Baby Beach Party! DESCRIPTION:Join the hottest party in town—MCM’s Baby Beach Party! Babies and toddlers take over the Wonderground for an evening of fun in the setting sun. Bring a swimsuit or change of clothes so your little one can really dive into the activities! Enjoy sensory play with taste-safe “sand”\, custom footprint crafts\, music time with Junebug\, splashing around in our water features\, and live summer tunes with the lei-wearing Melvis. Snacks available for purchase in the Lunchbox cafe. \n\n\n\nRecommended for babies and toddlers\, age 3 and under. A family ticket costs $10\, or $5 for Access member families. All members enjoy 10% off. \n\n\n\n\nSOLD OUT URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/baby-beach-party/ CATEGORIES:1 to 2 years,3 to 5 years,Early Learning,Imaginative Play,Music,Nature,Physical Activity,Special Event,Under 1 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/Baby-Beach-Party.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240710T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240710T143000 DTSTAMP:20240624T061732Z CREATED:20240624T061725Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240624T061732Z UID:50210-1720618200-1720621800@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-13/ 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:20240710T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240710T113000 DTSTAMP:20240624T055111Z CREATED:20240624T055109Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240624T055111Z UID:50182-1720609200-1720611000@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-3/ 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:20240710T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240710T120000 DTSTAMP:20240624T064222Z CREATED:20240624T064220Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240624T064222Z UID:50224-1720607400-1720612800@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Exploration Station: Catapult Crafting DESCRIPTION:3… 2… 1… Launch! Make your own catapult and see how far pom poms and other projectiles can fly. Learn about the physics of force and motion while launching objects of different weights and sizes. \n\n\n\nThis event is free with general museum admission. URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/exploration-station-catapult-crafting/ 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,STEM ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/STEAM-Time-Catapults.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240709T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240709T104500 DTSTAMP:20240620T181401Z CREATED:20240620T181359Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240620T181401Z UID:50145-1720519200-1720521900@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Creative Movement & Dance: Bee and Insect Dances (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 explores teamwork and collective action through mimicking true-to-life bee and insect dances. \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-bee-and-insect-dances-member-morning/ 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:20240707T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240707T150000 DTSTAMP:20240624T091747Z CREATED:20240624T091742Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240624T091747Z UID:50278-1720357200-1720364400@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Let's Make! with Lexie 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-32/ 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:20240707T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240707T120000 DTSTAMP:20240624T063854Z CREATED:20240624T063853Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240624T063854Z UID:50222-1720348200-1720353600@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Exploration Station: Boat Building Bonanza DESCRIPTION:All hands on deck! Channel your creativity and engineering skills to build your fastest and float-iest vessel. Test your boat in the pond and don’t be afraid to cast away old designs. Experiment with different shapes and materials to see how they float\, sink\, capsize\, or glide in the water. \n\n\n\nThis event is free with general museum admission. URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/exploration-station-boat-building-bonanza/ 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,STEM ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/STEAM-Time-Boat-Making.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240706T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240706T150000 DTSTAMP:20240625T071322Z CREATED:20240625T071204Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240625T071322Z UID:50372-1720270800-1720278000@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Saturday Art Adventures: Basket Making DESCRIPTION:Dive into an exciting drop-in art experience each week with Laurie and our Art Studio team. Embark on projects with a wide variety of art media and processes for all ages and abilities. Materials are included—and the best part? We take care of cleanup! Today\, let’s weave handmade baskets. \n\n\n\nThis event is free with general museum admission. URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/saturday-art-adventures-basket-making/ 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/Kristen-Magee.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240706T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240706T120000 DTSTAMP:20240624T091533Z CREATED:20240624T091531Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240624T091533Z UID:50276-1720261800-1720267200@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Boat-Building Bonanza DESCRIPTION:All hands on deck! Channel your creativity and engineering skills to build your fastest and float-iest vessel. Test your boat in the pond and don’t be afraid to cast away old designs. Experiment with different shapes and materials to see how they float\, sink\, capsize\, or glide in the water. \n\n\n\nThis event is free with general museum admission. URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/boat-building-bonanza/ 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,STEM ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/STEAM-Time-Boat-Making.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240706T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240706T090000 DTSTAMP:20240701T220439Z CREATED:20240624T094824Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240701T220439Z UID:50305-1720252800-1720256400@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:July Member Morning DESCRIPTION:Enjoy exclusive\, members-only time in the museum for a great addition to your Farmers Market family outing. There’s no better way to play before the museum gets busy! Enjoy complimentary coffee and delicious donuts while supplies last. \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/july-member-morning/ 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,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:20240705T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240705T200000 DTSTAMP:20240703T203713Z CREATED:20240328T191833Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240703T203713Z UID:47523-1720198800-1720209600@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:UPDATE! Live from the Wonderground: Red Rose DESCRIPTION:Every first Friday this summer\, enjoy free concerts at MCM featuring an eclectic mix of Madison bands. Adults get to dance and chat\, kids climb and play\, and caregivers enjoy low-stress social time in an outdoor play space like no other!  \n\n\n\nUPDATE: Don’t Mess with Cupid will be unable to perform due to illness. We send healing thoughts their way and welcome Red Rose\, fronted by Cupid member Raquel Aleman\, for an evening of live looping Space-Funk/House/Trip-Hop. Ice cream from Dairy Godmother is available for purchase\, and a cash bar featuring alcoholic and NA beverages. \n\n\n\nLive from the Wonderground admission is free! You may choose to provide a donation at the door\, but no entry fee is required. Proceeds benefit the work of Madison Children’s Museum and allow us to bring accessible programming to our community. All tickets are at the door\, no advance registration. Please enter at the Wonderground gate on E. Dayton Street\, by the Log Cabin. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLive from the Wonderground brings music\, dancing\, food\, and drinks for all ages to Madison’s most creative play space and part-time concert venue\, the Wonderground. \n\n\n\nThis free first-Friday concert series features local bands\, drinks\, light snacks\, and fresh air fun. Events take place from 5 to 8 pm\, with bands performing two sets from 5:30 to 7:30 pm. In between sets\, “A Drop in the Bucket” features a unique mini-set performed in the Wonderground’s Giant Bucket. \n\n\n\nLearn more and view upcoming Live from the Wonderground events. URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/lftw2024-3/ CATEGORIES:1 to 2 years,10 to 12 years,13 to 17 years,3 to 5 years,6 to 9 years,All Ages,Culture,For Adults,Imaginative Play,Music,Physical Activity,Special Event,Under 1 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/June-2024-Web-Events-3.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240705T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240705T143000 DTSTAMP:20240620T190205Z CREATED:20240620T190204Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240620T190205Z UID:50159-1720186200-1720189800@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-2/ 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:20240705T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240705T150000 DTSTAMP:20240624T204737Z CREATED:20240624T204736Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240624T204737Z UID:50326-1720184400-1720191600@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Clay Day: Ceramic Pinch Pots DESCRIPTION:Explore the squishy\, smudgy\, sculptable world of clay! Today we’ll “clay it forward” with ceramic clay pinch pots. \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-ceramic-pinch-pots-9/ 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:20240704T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240704T190000 DTSTAMP:20240624T210624Z CREATED:20240624T210621Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240624T210624Z UID:50328-1720112400-1720119600@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Wild Wonders: Mini Stick Flags DESCRIPTION:Let your twig flag fly! Create colorful banners of your own design\, mounted on sticks gathered from the museum’s gardens. \n\n\n\nThis event is part of our free admission Thursday evenings\, 4 pm-8 pm. Image credit: Bonnie Scorer URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/wild-wonders-mini-stick-flags/ 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/Image-credit-Bonnie-Scorer.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240704T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240704T143000 DTSTAMP:20240624T090453Z CREATED:20240624T090451Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240624T090453Z UID:50258-1720099800-1720103400@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-11/ 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:20240704T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240704T200000 DTSTAMP:20240624T090407Z CREATED:20240624T090405Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240624T090407Z UID:50255-1720083600-1720123200@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Fourth of July: Museum Open! DESCRIPTION:Enjoy a sunny Fourth of July with MCM! The museum will be open today for our typical Thursday hours\, 9 am to 8 pm\, with free admission 4 pm to 8 pm. URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/fourth-of-july-museum-open/ CATEGORIES:1 to 2 years,10 to 12 years,13 to 17 years,3 to 5 years,6 to 9 years,Drop-in Program,Free with Admission,Special Event,Under 1 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/July-2024-Web-Events-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240703T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240703T150000 DTSTAMP:20240624T085019Z CREATED:20240624T084723Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240624T085019Z UID:50249-1720015200-1720018800@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Cabin Life: Beads & Baubles DESCRIPTION:Get decked out with wooden beads and sinew thread while exploring early jewelry-making. Flex your fine motor skills and practice hand-eye coordination to design custom bracelets and necklaces out of natural\, historical materials. \n\n\n\nCabin Life invites you to try your hand at crafts and activities from around the time our original log cabin was built in the 1840s. \n\n\n\nThis event is free with general museum admission. \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/cabin-life-beads-baubles-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,Culture,Early Learning,Free with Admission,History,Imaginative Play ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/Cabin-Life.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240703T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240703T143000 DTSTAMP:20240624T061504Z CREATED:20240624T061500Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240624T061504Z UID:50208-1720013400-1720017000@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-12/ 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:20240703T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240703T113000 DTSTAMP:20240624T055019Z CREATED:20240624T055018Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240624T055019Z UID:50180-1720004400-1720006200@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-2/ 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:20240703T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240703T120000 DTSTAMP:20240624T063537Z CREATED:20240624T063536Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240624T063537Z UID:50220-1720002600-1720008000@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Exploration Station: Botanical Soap Making DESCRIPTION:Learn about liquids and solids as we make soap using fragrant flowers and vibrant botanicals from our Rooftop Ramble garden. \n\n\n\nThis event is free with general museum admission. URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/exploration-station-botanical-soap-making/ 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,STEM ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/8253128962_80f50b65cf_z.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240702T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240702T113000 DTSTAMP:20240624T092450Z CREATED:20240624T092229Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240624T092450Z UID:50285-1719914400-1719919800@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Open Art Studio 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-18/ 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:20240702T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240702T120000 DTSTAMP:20240624T094420Z CREATED:20240624T094333Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240624T094420Z UID:50302-1719910800-1719921600@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Tuesday Member Morning DESCRIPTION:Enjoy exclusive\, members-only time in the museum each Tuesday for Member Appreciation Month! There’s no better way to play at MCM\, especially for our young visitors who are easily overwhelmed by crowds. Stretch out\, enjoy the exhibits at your own pace\, and enjoy a chilled-out morning together in the museum. \n\n\n\nNot a member yet? Become one today! Membership starts immediately\, so you can visit for free on Member Morning or any other time the museum is open. Learn more about membership. URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/tuesday-member-morning/ 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,Drop-in Program,Free with Admission,Members Event,Special Event,Under 1 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/Member-Party-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240630T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240630T200000 DTSTAMP:20240629T154743Z CREATED:20240327T193449Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240629T154743Z UID:46956-1719770400-1719777600@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:SOLD OUT: Drama in the Wonderground: Dido\, Queen of Carthage 6/30\, 6 pm DESCRIPTION:All performances are sold out. \n\n\n\nMadison Shakespeare Company returns to MCM to stage three evenings of Christopher Marlowe’s first play\, the tragedy Dido\, Queen of Carthage\, with the Wonderground climber taking center stage—literally. It might not exactly be the set envisioned by the infamous playwright\, poet\, spy\, and member of The School of Night\, but Elizabethan London lacked our exhibits team. \n\n\n\nOwing to the content of this play—the Elizabethans were notoriously bloody-minded—this event is suggested for adults and mature teens. \n\n\n\n\nGet Tickets\n\n\n\n\nTickets: $20 in advance\, $25 on the day of the show \n\n\n\nFood and drink: cash (& cards) bar with a variety of alcoholic and NA beverages. You are welcome to bring a water bottle and/or light snacks. Please no glass containers or carry-in alcohol. Smoking and vaping are not permitted on the premises.   \n\n\n\nAccessibility & comfort: the Wonderground space has accessible single use/family restrooms\, a drinking fountain and water bottle filling station. The performance takes place outdoors; please dress for the weather and take any needed precautions for heat\, rain\, etc. Our seating plan is flexible\, and we will be able to adjust seats to accommodate any members of your group using a wheelchair or other mobility device.  \n\n\n\nWeather: we (MCM and MSC) will make every effort to complete each performance as planned. The performance will go on in a light rain\, as long as the actors and audience are safe. If we need to hold the performance to allow for weather to pass\, there is a sheltered area in the Wonderground where audience members can wait. If there is potential for severe weather\, we will make a go/no-go call no later than two hours before curtain. Check this website link or individual Facebook events for updates (we will only post updates in the event of delay or cancellation). Umbrellas will be permitted only at the back of the audience seating\, in spaces where other audience members’ visibility will not be blocked. We will have a limited supply of rain ponchos available.   \n\n\n\nIn the event of a cancellation or partial cancellation\, ticket purchasers will have the option of a full refund or a ticket transfer for another performance (pending availability). All requests for ticket transfers should be directed to Kia Karlen before 3 pm on the day of the show. Requests will be handled in the order received.  \n\n\n\nWe look forward to welcoming you to the Wonderground and hope you enjoy the show!  URL:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/event/dido4/ CATEGORIES:Art,Culture,For Adults,Registration Required,Special Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://madisonchildrensmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/Wonderground-Graphic.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240630T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240630T150000 DTSTAMP:20240523T030113Z CREATED:20240523T030106Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240523T030113Z UID:49904-1719752400-1719759600@madisonchildrensmuseum.org SUMMARY:Let's Make! with Lexie 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-31/ 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 END:VCALENDAR