Open Wed–Sun, 9 am–4 pm • Free Thur nights, 4 pm–8 pm • Get museum tickets
Open Wed–Sun, 9 am–4 pm • Free Thur nights, 4 pm–8 pm • Get museum tickets
Wednesday, April 9 @ 10:30 am – 11:00 am
Join us for a story and circle time that connects children to kindness and nature. Sing songs, interact with puppets, listen to a story, and move your body in this interactive weekly program.
This event will be held in the Nice Age Trail exhibit and is free with general museum admission.
Thursday, April 3 @ 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Join UW-Madison music education students for a hands-on group ukulele lesson! Join a facilitated session 5-5:30 and 6-6:30 pm for ages 6 and up, with enjoy drop-in exploration 5:30-6 and 6:30-7 pm.
This event is free with the price of general admission.
Thursday, April 17 @ 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Pick out a clay pinch pot and bring home your own cutting from MCM’s Rooftop’s succulents! Learn to take care of your new friend, so you can help it grow and thrive.
This event is part of our free admission Thursday evenings, 4 pm-8 pm.
Wednesday, April 2 @ 10:00 am – 11:00 am
Illuminate the past and make your own beeswax candle like an early Wisconsinite.
Cabin Life invites you each week to try crafts and activities from around the time of our historic 1840s log cabin. This event is free with general museum admission.
Wednesday, April 30 @ 11:00 am – 11:30 am
Explore the world of music and rhythm! Join Tim each week to enjoy play-based songs, games, and stories.
This event is free with general museum admission.
Wednesday, April 16 @ 11:00 am – 11:30 am
Explore the world of music and rhythm! Join Tim each week to enjoy play-based songs, games, and stories.
This event is free with general museum admission.
Wednesday, April 23 @ 10:00 am – 11:30 am
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 admission.
Saturday, March 8 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Join our friends from the Wisconsin Society for Conservation Biology to learn about animal adaptations and plant your very own seeds.
This event is free with general museum admission.
Thursday, March 27 @ 6:00 pm – 6:30 pm
Join longtime friend of MCM James the Magician for 30 minutes of amazement, magic, and delight in the Celebrations Room.
This event is part of our free admission Thursday evenings, 4 pm–8 pm every week.
Wednesday, March 26 @ 10:00 am – 11:00 am
Explore cheeses both funky and familiar with our friends from Fromagination. Savor the comforting creaminess of cheddar or be brave with a tangy aged slice in the Lunchbox Cafe.
This event is free with general admission.
