10 to 12 years

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  • Imagination Station

    Join Abby in the Down Under every other Friday morning to stretch your creativity with common materials used in unexpected ways. Each program will feature a different activity.

  • STEAM Time: Renewable Energy Explorers

    What if the wind and sun could do the work? Discover how renewable energy powers everyday technology as you experiment with solar- and wind-powered toys. Then create a striking sun […]

  • Forward Madison FC visits MCM

    Soccer fans, this one's for you! Three Forward Madison FC players and everyone's favorite pink flamingo, Strut, are stopping by Madison Children's Museum for an afternoon of soccer fun. Meet […]

  • Exploration Station: Flower Presses

    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 […]

  • Saturday Art Adventures: Cork Robots

    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 […]

  • MCM Roadshow @ Summer Fun Education

    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 […]

  • MCM Roadshow @ Parks Alive! Hammersley Park

    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 […]

  • Tales with Teresa

    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, […]

  • Let’s Move! with Abby

    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 […]

  • Reading on the Rooftop

    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.

  • Saturday Art Adventures: Mini Paintings

    Dive into an exciting drop-in art experience with Laurie and our Art Studio team. Embark on projects with a wide variety of art media and processes for all ages and abilities. Materials […]

  • Grand Tiny Parade

    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 […]

  • MCM Roadshow @ Madison Public Market Grand Opening

    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 […]

  • Free Thursday Evenings

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

    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 […]

  • Free: Global Impact Musicians night at MCM

    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 […]