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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.
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Join us for movement games and activities! From obstacle courses to dances, 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 museum […] |
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Join us for movement games and activities! From obstacle courses to dances, 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 museum […]
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Take storytime to new heights! Join Paula Panczenko on the museum rooftop for a cozy read-aloud surrounded by fresh air, gardens, and views of our Capitol and the lake. Settle in, listen to engaging picture books, and enjoy stories together in one of MCM’s most unique spaces. Bring your imagination and discover where a good […]
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Join MCM art educator Ms. Laurie for a weekly burst of color, texture, and joyful experimentation. Young children can freely explore art materials in a welcoming space designed especially for our youngest artists. It’s creativity without limits—or cleanup. Come make a beautiful mess with us! Free with general admission. |
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What did an owl have for dinner? Become a wildlife detective as you carefully dissect an owl pellet and uncover tiny bones hidden inside. Examine your discoveries under a microscope, then use an identification chart to figure out which bones belong to which small animals. Follow the clues and discover what owl pellets can teach […]
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This event aims to bring families together to learn through play in an environment that supports the unique needs of children with Autism and/or sensory challenges. During this event, SSM Health will provide a free vaccine clinic for children with sensory needs, siblings, and their parents (children ages 5 and up). Vaccines will be provided […] |
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Member-only time from 8-9am . Enjoy quieter times to enjoy the museum. Come before or after the farmers market for a perfect Madison morning! Enjoy coffee and treats as supplies last! Contributing support for MCM's Membership Program is provided by
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Join us for movement games and activities! From obstacle courses to dances, 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 museum […] |
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Hot diggity dog! Beloved hometown hero the Oscar Mayer Wienermobile and its drivers—the Hotdoggers—will be visiting MCM to ketchup with their fans. If you relish the idea of seeing the Wienermobile up close, meat us down in the Wonderground between 10 am and 2 pm. This event is free with general museum admission.
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Ever tried painting with your head? Anastasia Pierre paints without using her hands at all, and she's coming to show us how it's done! Join her for a hands-off, heads-on workshop where you'll get to try it yourself. Watch how she mixes creativity, patience, and skill into every brushstroke, then grab a brush and make some […] |
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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.
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Join us for movement games and activities! From obstacle courses to dances, 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 museum […] |
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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.
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Join us for movement games and activities! From obstacle courses to dances, 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 museum […]
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Take storytime to new heights! Join Paula Panczenko on the museum rooftop for a cozy read-aloud surrounded by fresh air, gardens, and views of our Capitol and the lake. Settle in, listen to engaging picture books, and enjoy stories together in one of MCM’s most unique spaces. Bring your imagination and discover where a good […] |
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Join Abby in the Art Studio classroom to stretch your creativity with common materials used in unexpected ways. Each week will feature a different activity.
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Get ready for some squeaky-clean science! Discover how soap goes from a liquid mixture to a solid bar as you explore the fascinating properties of matter. Make your own soap while learning about the differences between liquids and solids. Take home your creation and a little more knowledge about the science hiding in everyday things!
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What's in the air we breathe every day? Get ready to explore the science of breathing as we learn about Wisconsin air quality and how our lungs help keep us healthy through crafts, games, and interactive activities. Depending on the day's activities, you might walk through giant lungs, spin a prize wheel, or enjoy a […] |
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Join us for movement games and activities! From obstacle courses to dances, 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 museum […]
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Calling all fairy architects! Join the effort to solve fairyland's chronic housing shortage by designing and building a miniature home from natural materials. Explore how sticks, leaves, and other found treasures can become walls, roofs, and fairy-sized furnishings. Bring your best ideas—these tiny neighbors deserve some imaginative architecture!
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Calling all fairy architects! Join the effort to solve fairyland's chronic housing shortage by designing and building a miniature home from natural materials. Explore how sticks, leaves, and other found treasures can become walls, roofs, and fairy-sized furnishings. Bring your best ideas—these tiny neighbors deserve some imaginative architecture! |
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What happens when a little fairy sparkle meets a whole lot of goo? It's slime-making magic! Mix, squish, stretch, and experiment as you create a shimmering batch of sparkly slime. Discover how ingredients combine to make this wonderfully stretchy substance, and imagine what magical creatures might use it for in their enchanted world. |
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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.
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Join us for movement games and activities! From obstacle courses to dances, 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 museum […] |
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Join us for movement games and activities! From obstacle courses to dances, 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 museum […]
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Take storytime to new heights! Join Paula Panczenko on the museum rooftop for a cozy read-aloud surrounded by fresh air, gardens, and views of our Capitol and the lake. Settle in, listen to engaging picture books, and enjoy stories together in one of MCM’s most unique spaces. Bring your imagination and discover where a good […]
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Join MCM art educator Ms. Laurie for a weekly burst of color, texture, and joyful experimentation. Young children can freely explore art materials in a welcoming space designed especially for our youngest artists. It’s creativity without limits—or cleanup. Come make a beautiful mess with us! Free with general admission. |
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What's in the air we breathe every day? Get ready to explore the science of breathing as we learn about Wisconsin air quality and how our lungs help keep us healthy through crafts, games, and interactive activities. Depending on the day's activities, you might walk through giant lungs, spin a prize wheel, or enjoy a […] |
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Join us for movement games and activities! From obstacle courses to dances, 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 museum […]
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When the weather turns cold, our feathered neighbors could use a little help! Create your own bird feeder and discover how you can support backyard birds when food becomes harder to find. Take your feeder home, hang it outside, and watch for hungry visitors. It's a simple way to share a little kindness with nature! |
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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.
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Join us for movement games and activities! From obstacle courses to dances, 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 museum […] |
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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. |
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Take storytime to new heights! Join Paula Panczenko on the museum rooftop for a cozy read-aloud surrounded by fresh air, gardens, and views of our Capitol and the lake. Settle in, listen to engaging picture books, and enjoy stories together in one of MCM’s most unique spaces. Bring your imagination and discover where a good […]
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Can a simple balloon rocket carry heavy cargo across the finish line? Young engineers will design, build, and test their very own string-guided spacecraft. By taping pennies onto their rockets, children will experiment first-hand with how added mass affects speed and distance. Come discover the perfect balance between weight and thrust to see if your […] |
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Member-only time from 8-9am . Enjoy quieter times to enjoy the museum. Come before or after the farmers market for a perfect Madison morning! Enjoy coffee and treats as supplies last! Contributing support for MCM's Membership Program is provided by |
