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  • Museum Hours: 9 am–12 pm

    Madison Children's Museum 100 N. Hamilton Street, Madison, WI, United States

    Madison Children’s Museum will open at 9 am and close promptly at 12 pm (noon) on Thursday, May 16. These abbreviated hours are for one day only, and will accommodate […]

  • SOLD OUT! Nice Age Trail Preview Party

    Madison Children's Museum 100 N. Hamilton Street, Madison, WI, United States

    THIS EVENT IS NOW SOLD OUT! Can't make the party? Come to Member Morning, on Saturday June 1, 8–9 am In honor of the opening of the Nice Age Trail, […]

  • June Member Morning

    Madison Children's Museum 100 N. Hamilton Street, Madison, WI, United States

    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 […]

  • Nice Age Trail Grand Opening Weekend (Day 1)

    Come celebrate the grand opening of MCM's brand-new nature exhibit, the Nice Age Trail! Buzz, slide, hop, flutter, and tromp through a four-season environment as you "walk in the paws" […]

  • Nice Age Trail Grand Opening Weekend (Day 2)

    Come celebrate the grand opening of MCM's brand-new nature exhibit, the Nice Age Trail! Buzz, slide, hop, flutter, and tromp through a four-season environment as you transform into some of […]

  • Live from the Wonderground: Panchromatic Steel

    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 […]

  • Free Day: SummerPalooza

    MCM's 11th annual free family celebration and kickoff-to-summer returns to the Capitol Square! SummerPalooza includes free museum admission all day (9 am–4 pm), along with exciting activities, guest programs, and […]

  • Daytime Astronomy: Exploring the Sun & Planets

    Join astronomers from the American Astronomical Society for daytime skygazing activities and an art project exploring the sun and planets. Make a UV-reactive bead bracelet, view the sun safely in […]

  • Wild Wonders: Recycled Paper-Making

    Create your own sustainable stationery with recycled paper and water! This event is free with general museum admission.

  • Make Music Madison

    Madison Children's Museum hosts a stage for the city's annual Make Music Madison event! Enjoy free, family-friendly live music at Rotary Plaza Stage, just outside the museum's front entrance. In […]

  • Pride Identity Vision Boards

    Madison Children's Museum 100 N. Hamilton Street, Madison, WI, United States

    See yourself in vibrant color! Get your photo printed and create a collage with joyful colors and affirming messages. This event is free and open to all ages.