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Hours & Schedule
Museum Hours

- Open to the public Wednesday–Sunday from 9 am–4 pm, plus late on Thursdays til 8 pm
- Closed Monday & Tuesday
Member Mornings: First Saturday of the Month
Special extra playtime only for MCM Members, 8–9 am, first Saturday of the month
Holidays, School Breaks, and Special Hours
MCM often has alternative schedules around holidays and school breaks. Review this list of upcoming holidays and school breaks to see if the museum will be open or closed. We recommend reserving advance tickets to guarantee entry during busier seasons, such as holidays and school breaks.
- OPEN April 9, Easter Sunday
- CLOSED June 19, Juneteenth
- OPEN May 26, 27, & 28 (Fri., Sat., & Sun.), Memorial Day weekend
- CLOSED May 29, Memorial Day
Weather Closures
The museum will close during extreme weather conditions, including days when travel is deemed risky for visitors and staff. If the Madison Metropolitan School District closes due to the weather we also will close.
To confirm that the museum is open, visit our website’s homepage or Facebook page.