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Update: This event has been canceled due to weather conditions. Come to the hottest event in town—Baby Beach Day! Babies and toddlers take over the Wonderground for the evening with special outdoor activities designed just for littles. Taste-safe sand, water play (don't forget a change of clothes!), footprint craft, and a sing-along! Cool drinks will […]
Capture a little piece of nature to use in future art! Build your own flower press and learn how to flatten and preserve colorful blooms. Start pressing flowers, then take your press home to continue collecting and experimenting. Once they're ready, your pressed treasures can become cards, collages, bookmarks, and more.
Dive into an exciting drop-in art experience with Laurie and our Art Studio team. We'll offer projects in a wide variety of art media and art processes for all ages and abilities. Today, we'll use recycled corks to create quirky robot companions.This event is free with general museum admission.
We’re taking MCM on the road! At community events all around Madison, you can stop by our MCM Roadshow station to dive into hands-on maker activities, design a small take-home art project, and experiment with creative fort-building. Our traveling play station sparks curiosity, encourages problem-solving, and brings museum-style learning to local events. ------ Location: Meadowlands, […]
Settle in for a special storytime that brings generations together. Eleanor Dougherty shares beloved picture books with young listeners in a warm, welcoming setting. This gentle program invites children ages 0–8 and their caregivers to connect through stories, imagination, and the simple joy of reading together.
Join us for Brain Builders-a summer series of activities that might look like interesting art projects or games, but are secretly designed to foster essential early elementary school skills like pausing, turn-taking, and perseverance.
Explore the world of music and rhythm! Each week, Tim leads children in singing, playing, games, and movement that inspire creativity and connection. It’s an engaging experience for kids and families—free with admission.
We’re taking MCM on the road! At community events all around Madison, you can stop by our MCM Roadshow station to dive into hands-on maker activities, design a small take-home art project, and experiment with creative fort-building. Our traveling play station sparks curiosity, encourages problem-solving, and brings museum-style learning to local events. ------ Location: Hammersley […]
Join us for story time and hear Teresa read some of her favorite books using her DynaVox. With this speech-generating device, Teresa shares stories that help us build listening skills, develop early literacy, and celebrate each other’s differences. This event is free with general museum admission.
Join us for movement games and activities! From obstacle courses to dance parties, group games and balance activities, we’ll enjoy different opportunities to move our bodies every day. Program location is subject to change, depending on the weather. Please check our Welcome Wall for the most up-to-date location information. This event is free with general […]
Paula Panczenko will read books to kids on the Rooftop. In case of extreme heat or severe weather, the program will take place in the Rooftop Clubhouse.
Join the tiniest parade with the biggest heart! Kids and grown-ups alike can grab a shaker or drum and jump into the rhythm as we parade through the Wonderground’s Down Under. Junko and friends lead the fun this summer in this playful, musical celebration on Thursday afternoons!
We’re taking MCM on the road! At community events all around Madison, you can stop by our MCM Roadshow station to dive into hands-on maker activities, design a small take-home art project, and experiment with creative fort-building. Our traveling play station sparks curiosity, encourages problem-solving, and brings museum-style learning to local events.------Location: 202 N. First […]
Enjoy this Free Family Night at the museum featuring activity stations, a scavenger hunt and a musical performance by Global Impact Musicians. Global Impact Musician is a leadership and professional development fellowship program designed to support and equip emerging artists and community leaders from Africa. Global Impact Musician eliminates barriers by equipping artist with tools, […]
This playgroup is expertly 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 unstructured play that supports various aspects of child development. Parents and caregivers will have the opportunity to connect with one another over […]
