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Mask Required Hours
Mask Required Hours
The museum is open this evening for families and groups that wish to visit in a masked environment. Masks are required this evening for all visitors age 2 and older. All museum exhibits except for the Wonderground will be open. Standard admission rates apply (so admission is free for members; just check in at the […]
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. This event is free with general museum admission.
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!
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.
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 […]
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. This […]
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. This event is free with general museum admission.
Pom Pom Party
Pom Pom Party
Practice sorting, scooping, and stacking colorful pom pom balls in the Wildernest. This event is free with general museum admission.
Exploration Station
Exploration Station
Exploration Station programs 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.
Saturday Art Adventures
Saturday Art Adventures
Visit the Art Studio for a special project each week with staff facilitation.