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Fun with Science: “Spide and Go Seek!”
Fun with Science: “Spide and Go Seek!”
Find the bugs that have hidden in the spider web and learn about them with our guest students fromd by students from Madison College.
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Music Time with Tim
Music Time with Tim
Explore the world of music. Join Tim to play instruments and enjoy play-based songs, games, and stories.
5 events,
Tales with Teresa
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 will share stories and help build listening skills, develop early literacy, and celebrate each other’s differences.
Mess Monsters
Mess Monsters
Take chances, make mistakes, get messy! Join us for sensory art projects designed especially for preschoolers and caregivers. We will make all kinds of art involving touch, smell, sound and more!
Storybook reading with illustrator Hailey McLaughlin
Storybook reading with illustrator Hailey McLaughlin
MCM has multi-talented staff. In addition to her work as a Discovery Guide at the museum, Hailey McLaughlin is a gifted illustrator. Join Hailey for a special reading the new book she illustrated, "Let's Make A Garden: a build up book" written by Hillary Vari. (Copies of the book available in the museum's gift shop!)
4 events,
Early Explorers Playgroup
Early Explorers Playgroup
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 […]
Music with Junebug
Music with Junebug
Join us for Music with Junebug led by Junko Yamauchi. This program gives toddlers and preschoolers the opportunity to sing, dance, explore instruments, and play! Music and movement activities promote brain development and connect us to our family and community. This fall, Music with Junebug takes place in the Celebrations Room on floor 2.
STEAM Time
STEAM Time
STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math) activities foster children's creativity, ignite curiosity, encourage divergent thinking, and increase problem-solving skills as children explore the world around them.
5 events,
Member Morning
Member Morning
MemberMornings provide exclusive time for museum members to access the museum outside of public operating hours. Not a member yet? Become one today! Membership starts immediately, so you can visit for free on Member Morning or any other time the museum is open. Learn more about membership.
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Santa Day: Free Admission
Santa Day: Free Admission
with the Progress Center for Black Women Free admission all day, pictures with Santa 10 am–2 pm Santa returns to Madison Children’s Museum for family photos! In honor of this VIP visit, the museum is open for free all day on December 3. Visit your favorite exhibits and be sure to stop by the Art […]
1 event,
Music Time with Tim
Music Time with Tim
Explore the world of music. Join Tim to play instruments and enjoy play-based songs, games, and stories.
6 events,
Tales with Teresa
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 will share stories and help build listening skills, develop early literacy, and celebrate each other’s differences.
Mess Monsters
Mess Monsters
Take chances, make mistakes, get messy! Join us for sensory art projects designed especially for preschoolers and caregivers. We will make all kinds of art involving touch, smell, sound and more!
Covid Vaccination Clinics at MCM, December 2022
Covid Vaccination Clinics at MCM, December 2022
Madison Children's Museum is partnering with AMI Expeditionary Healthcare to host a pop-up COVID vaccination clinic at the museum for adults and kids ages 6 months and up. About the free family vaccination clinic Families will be able to get covid vaccinations or boosters administered to children ages 6 months and up. All vaccinations are […]
6 events,
Canceled: Early Explorers Playgroup Dec. 9
Canceled: Early Explorers Playgroup Dec. 9
Today's program is canceled, as we are short staffed due to the weather conditions. We apologize for the inconvenience. The museum is open regular hours today. 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) […]
Music with Junebug is ON (Dec. 9)
Music with Junebug is ON (Dec. 9)
Join us for Music with Junebug led by Junko Yamauchi. December 9 update: today's program is happening as scheduled. Join Junko for the final Music with Junebug program of 2022. This program gives toddlers and preschoolers the opportunity to sing, dance, explore instruments, and play! Music and movement activities promote brain development and connect us […]
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Canceled: Nutcracker Story Time
Canceled: Nutcracker Story Time
Today's program is canceled due to the weather. But never fear, Dance Wisconsin will return on Sunday, December 11 for their Nutcracker Meet & Greet program.
4 events,
Exploration Station: Soap-Making
Exploration Station: Soap-Making
Exploration Stations introduce concepts in science, technology, engineering, art, and math (STEAM) through hands-on projects and engaging experiments, with a particular focus on biology and natural materials. Each Exploration Station is a unique experience.
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Arctic Animals Scavenger Hunt
Arctic Animals Scavenger Hunt
Celebrate the winter season as you search for arctic animals in the Wildernest.
2 events,
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Nutcracker Meet & Greet with Dance Wisconsin
Nutcracker Meet & Greet with Dance Wisconsin
Meet cast members from Dance Wisconsin's upcoming production of The Nutcracker Ballet.
1 event,
Music Time with Tim
Music Time with Tim
Explore the world of music. Join Tim to play instruments and enjoy play-based songs, games, and stories.
4 events,
Canceled: Tales with Teresa
Canceled: Tales with Teresa
Thursday, December 15: the museum is closed today due to the weather. We apologize for any inconvenience. 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.
Canceled: Mess Monsters
Canceled: Mess Monsters
December 15: the museum is closed due to weather today. We apologize for any inconvenience. Take chances, make mistakes, get messy! Join us for sensory art projects designed especially for preschoolers and caregivers. We will make all kinds of art involving touch, smell, sound and more!
Canceled: Twilight Thursday: Open Until 8 pm
Canceled: Twilight Thursday: Open Until 8 pm
December 15: the museum is closed due to weather today. We apologize for any inconvenience. The whole museum is open until 8 pm on Thursdays. Twilight Thursday evening hours are included free, with general museum admission. See admission prices and get tickets. Special events: On December 8 We welcome Autism Society of South Central Wisconsin for […]
2 events,
Early Explorers Playgroup
Early Explorers Playgroup
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 […]
STEAM Time
STEAM Time
STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math) activities foster children's creativity, ignite curiosity, encourage divergent thinking, and increase problem-solving skills as children explore the world around them.
3 events,
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Exploration Station: BadgerBots
Exploration Station: BadgerBots
Exploration Stations introduce concepts in science, technology, engineering, art, and math (STEAM) through hands-on projects and engaging experiments, with a particular focus on biology and natural materials. Each Exploration Station is a unique experience. Today, join volunteers from BadgerBots to make electronic circuit jewelry!
Saturday Art Adventures
Saturday Art Adventures
Visit the Art Studio for a special project each week with staff facilitation.
4 events,
Glow Zone: Winter Wonderland
Help transform our Celebrations Room into a glowing wonderland lit by UV black lights. Make snowflakes, icicles, and other decorations to add to the scene.
Music Time with Tim
Music Time with Tim
Explore the world of music. Join Tim to play instruments and enjoy play-based songs, games, and stories.
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Snow Globe Photos
Snow Globe Photos
Snap a photo at our photo station and turn your picture into a snow globe, perfect for gift giving! Free with admission while supplies last.
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Solstice Lantern Making
Solstice Lantern Making
Join us in making a Solstice Lantern to celebrate winter solstice and bring light to the darkest day of the year.
4 events,
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CANCELED: Performance: McFarland High School BlueNotes
CANCELED: Performance: McFarland High School BlueNotes
The museum is closed Thursday, 12/22 due to weather. Join students from McFarland High School for their "Snow Tour" featuring vocal selections celebrating the season. Follow your ears to find them in the museum's indoor exhibit galleries.
CANCELED: Mess Monsters
CANCELED: Mess Monsters
The museum is closed Thursday, 12/22 due to weather. Take chances, make mistakes, get messy! Join us for sensory art projects designed especially for preschoolers and caregivers. We will make all kinds of art involving touch, smell, sound and more!
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CANCELED: Yid Vicious Hanukkah Concert
CANCELED: Yid Vicious Hanukkah Concert
The museum is closed Thursday, 12/22 due to weather. We will reschedule Yid Vicious for early 2023. Join Madison's locally-grown klezmer band for a family holiday concert.
2 events,
CANCELED: Glow Zone: Winter Wonderland
The museum is closed Friday, 12/23 due to weather. Help transform our Celebrations Room into a glowing wonderland lit by UV black lights. Make snowflakes, icicles, and other decorations to add to the scene.
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CANCELED: Pinecone Ornaments
CANCELED: Pinecone Ornaments
The museum is closed Friday, 12/23 due to weather. Make pine cone ornaments to decorate your house for winter celebrations.
1 event,
Saturday Art Adventures
Saturday Art Adventures
Visit the Art Studio for a special project each week with staff facilitation.
2 events,
Glow Zone: Winter Wonderland
Help transform our Celebrations Room into a glowing wonderland lit by UV black lights. Make snowflakes, icicles, and other decorations to add to the scene.
2 events,
Glow Zone: Winter Wonderland
Help transform our Celebrations Room into a glowing wonderland lit by UV black lights. Make snowflakes, icicles, and other decorations to add to the scene.
Maraca Making
Maraca Making
The new year is a great time to shake things up! Stop by the Art Classroom to make a pair of maracas to take home.
2 events,
Glow Zone: Winter Wonderland
Help transform our Celebrations Room into a glowing wonderland lit by UV black lights. Make snowflakes, icicles, and other decorations to add to the scene.
5 events,
Glow Zone: Winter Wonderland
Help transform our Celebrations Room into a glowing wonderland lit by UV black lights. Make snowflakes, icicles, and other decorations to add to the scene.
Twilight Thursday: Open Until 8 pm
Twilight Thursday: Open Until 8 pm
The whole museum is open until 8 pm on Thursdays. Twilight Thursday evening hours are included free, with general museum admission. See admission prices and get tickets. Special events: On December 8 We welcome Autism Society of South Central Wisconsin for a family night gathering. Families affected by autism may register for free tickets at Autism […]
Twilight Thursday: Open Until 8 pm
Twilight Thursday: Open Until 8 pm
The whole museum is open until 8 pm on Thursdays. Twilight Thursday evening hours are included free, with general museum admission. See admission prices and get tickets. Special events: On December 8 We welcome Autism Society of South Central Wisconsin for a family night gathering. Families affected by autism may register for free tickets at Autism […]
3 events,
Glow Zone: Winter Wonderland
Help transform our Celebrations Room into a glowing wonderland lit by UV black lights. Make snowflakes, icicles, and other decorations to add to the scene.
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STEM Play: Catapults
STEM Play: Catapults
Make a catapult and explore physics as you experiment with force and motion in this STEM building project.
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SOLD OUT: Governor Tony Evers Kids Inaugural Gala
SOLD OUT: Governor Tony Evers Kids Inaugural Gala
Update 12.29.22: this event is sold out. Join Governor Tony Evers and Lt. Governor-elect Sara Rodriguez at the Madison Inaugural Kids Gala, hosted on December 30, 2022 at 5 pm at Madison Children’s Museum. Doors open at 5 pm. Celebrate Wisconsin’s 2023 Inauguration with music, dance, arts & crafts, food, ice cream, and all of […]
3 events,
Glow Zone: Winter Wonderland
Help transform our Celebrations Room into a glowing wonderland lit by UV black lights. Make snowflakes, icicles, and other decorations to add to the scene.
Noon Year’s Eve Dance Party
Noon Year’s Eve Dance Party
Shake, rattle, roll, and bid farewell to 2022 at the earliest New Year’s Eve party in Madison! No need to keep the youngsters up late - come on down to MCM for an early celebration. Make a New Year's button and other celebratory bling, and dance to beats spun by DJ Nick Nice. We'll count […]
Saturday Art Adventures
Saturday Art Adventures
Visit the Art Studio for a special project each week with staff facilitation.
