Closed MLK Jr. Day • Winter hours: Wed–Sun, 9 am–4 pm • Free Thurs nights, 4 pm–8 pm • Get museum tickets
Closed MLK Jr. Day • Winter hours: Wed–Sun, 9 am–4 pm • Free Thurs nights, 4 pm–8 pm • Get museum tickets
Join us for a story and circle time that connects children to kindness and nature. Sing songs, interact with puppets, listen to a story, and move your body in this interactive weekly program. This event will be held in the Nice Age Trail exhibit and is free with general museum admission.
Join us for story time and hear Teresa read some of her favorite books using her DynaVox. With this speech-generating device, Teresa will share stories and help build listening skills, develop early literacy, and celebrate each other’s differences. This event is free with general museum admission.
Get moving and grooving with your li'l one! Does your baby or toddler love to move and groove? Join Junko for a 10-week registered class designed especially for littles, 0–2 yrs. We'll focus on singing together, feeling rhythm and music in our bodies, and exploring instruments! It's a wonderful way to get out of the […]
Music and movement for preschoolers! Join Junko for a registered classes designed especially for music-loving kids aged 3-5 yrs. We'll focus on singing together, feeling rhythm and music in our bodies, and exploring instruments. It's a wonderful way to get out of the house and connect with your child through music and movement. This $50 class has 10 sessions (January […]
Get your creativity flowing with Lexie in the Idea Lab! Practice different methods for generating new art projects and storytelling concepts with guidance from the Idea Machine. This event is part of our free admission Thursday evenings, 4 pm-8 pm every week.
Draw your favorite animal and turn it into a cuddly plush creature! This event is part of our Free Thursday Evenings, 4 pm-8 pm. Image credit: Stephanie Swoodson
Social time for babies and their grown-ups! This playgroup is thoughtfully designed for our earliest visitors. We will provide a space for infants and toddlers (2 years and under) and their caregivers to explore and play together, and engage in activities that support various aspects of child development. Parents and caregivers will have the opportunity […]
Explore the science of Earth's systems using virtual reality viewers. This event is free with general museum admission.
Join Junko as we explore different sensory materials every week!Please note, this program location may vary. Check at the admissions desk for the most up-to-date information. This event is free with general museum admission.
Madison Children’s Museum welcomes children and families affected by Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and sensory challenges to experience the museum during sensory-friendly hours, free of charge. This program aims to bring families together to learn through play in an environment that supports the unique needs of children with ASD. This program is free to all […]
Use milkweed fluff and pods with other natural materials to make adorable milkweed "buddies." This event is free with general museum admission.
Use milkweed fluff and pods with other natural materials to make adorable milkweed "buddies." This event is free with general museum admission.
Join us for story time and hear Teresa read some of her favorite books using her DynaVox. With this speech-generating device, Teresa will share stories and help build listening skills, develop early literacy, and celebrate each other’s differences. This event is free with general museum admission.
Join us for a story and circle time that connects children to kindness and nature. Sing songs, interact with puppets, listen to a story, and move your body in this interactive weekly program. This event will be held in the Nice Age Trail exhibit and is free with general museum admission.
Get your creativity flowing with Lexie in the Idea Lab! Practice different methods for generating new art projects and storytelling concepts with guidance from the Idea Machine. This event is part of our free admission Thursday evenings, 4 pm-8 pm every week.
