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Week of Events
Sunday, May 10, 2026
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Monday, May 11, 2026
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Tuesday, May 12, 2026
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Wednesday, May 13, 2026
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May 13, 2026 -Imagination Station: Cardboard Roll Watering Cans
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May 13, 2026 -Stories Across Generations
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May 13, 2026 -Nice Age Tales
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May 13, 2026 -Music Time with Tim
Imagination Station: Cardboard Roll Watering Cans
Join Abby in the Art Studio classroom on Wednesdays to stretch your creativity with common materials used in unexpected ways. Each week will feature a different activity.
Stories Across Generations
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.
Nice Age Tales
Snuggle in for a delightful mix of stories, puppets, and songs! This trail-side program invites young children to explore emotions, rhythm, and imagination through movement and mindful moments. Grown-ups welcome, too—this is a peaceful pause for the whole family.
Music Time with Tim
Explore the world of music and rhythm! Each week, Tim leads children in singing, rhythm games, and musical stories that inspire creativity and connection. It’s an engaging experience for kids and families—free with admission.
Thursday, May 14, 2026
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May 14, 2026 -Messy Art with Laurie
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May 14, 2026 -Free Thursday Evenings
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May 14, 2026 -Rhythms of Ryukyu: Dance from Okinawa
Messy Art with Laurie
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.
Free Thursday Evenings
Visit MCM for free every Thursday evening, 4–8 pm! Enjoy extended hours each Thursday, completely free of charge. Please check in at the admissions desk when you visit during free hours. Looking for more affordable ways to visit? During the rest of the week, MCM offers reduced cost admission and memberships every day to families […]
Rhythms of Ryukyu: Dance from Okinawa
Travel back to the Ryukyu Kingdom of Japan through dance! Yasumi Hanabusa, visiting dance master from Japan, brings Okinawan traditions to life with movements once performed for royal celebrations. Watch for details like martial arts-inspired gestures, beautiful kimonos, and unique styling. It’s a window into history, culture, and artistry—join us for this memorable experience.
Friday, May 15, 2026
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May 15, 2026 -STEAM Time: Bean Planting
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May 15, 2026 -Dairy Air
STEAM Time: Bean Planting
Start your own mini-garden by planting beans to take home, and decorate your own one-of-a-kind plant pot! This event is free with the price of general admission.
Dairy Air
Moo-ve over—there’s science in the air! Join us for hands-on games and puppet fun as we explore air quality and how it connects to farming and daily life. Kids will discover how air travels, what affects it, and how we can all help keep it fresh and clean. “Sharing Our Dairy Air” program is funded by Sanofi as […]
Saturday, May 16, 2026
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May 16, 2026 -Exploration Station: What’s Alive in Lake Water?
Exploration Station: What’s Alive in Lake Water?
Take a closer look at lake life! Examine real Madison lake water and discover the tiny organisms that call it home. Use microscopes and identification guides to uncover what you’ve found—and what it says about water health. What surprises are hiding beneath the surface? Join us to investigate!
