Move it! Dig it! Do it! is back for another year of free, fun-filled activities focused on big equipment that MOVES. Join us on Sunday, October 1st for an up-close look at construction vehicles, farming equipment, and emergency vehicles. Check out these vehicles of all shapes and sizes, and make pit stops for games and activities.…
Join the Iowa Children's Museum on October 14, 2023 from 10 am to 4 pm as we shine a light on solar energy and provide interactive activities that will have your child beaming with excitement! This is the final event in our “Power of Nature” series, presented by the Alliant Energy Foundation. Activities: Learn what…
Join us on the last Friday of each month for free museum admission and a special STEM activity, sponsored by Collins Aerospace!
Join us for a special Halloween-themed Sensory Friendly Night! As part of our HalloWEEKEND activities, this free event offers sensory-friendly activities in a calmer environment and opportunities to collect treats in our museum exhibits. Costumes are encouraged (but not required!) as you look for our “treat stations” throughout the museum. In line with the Teal…
The Iowa Children's Museum is closed on Mondays. Come play again soon!
Join us for a weekend of not-too-scary Halloween activities that kids of all ages will enjoy! Bats, spiders, pumpkins, and more will take over our exhibits during the spooky season and families can check out special Halloween activities on October 28th, 29th, and 31st (closed Monday). Pirate Pete's Trick-or-Treasure Takeover: Our mascot, Pete, is wearing his pirate…
Tech Trek introduces your child to the world of technology through interactive projects and imaginative play. Our program is specifically designed for elementary-aged learners to build 21st Century skills like collaboration, communication, and creativity. We combine hands-on technologies and unplugged activities for a fun introduction to tech concepts. During Tech Trek, your child will have the…
In this program, children will learn and play in our one-of-a-kind space while building skills that prepare them for formal learning settings. We offer sensory and art-based activities to help develop your little one’s fine motor skills and confidence. We also use Kindergarten School Readiness checklists and hands-on learning to help your child build skills like sharing,…
Members of The Iowa Children’s Museum are invited to come play when The ICM is ONLY open to members! Member Hour is 9-10 a.m. every Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday. Come play early and enjoy a less busy environment! Learn more about membership here.
Don’t toss your Jack-O-Lanterns in the garbage—let us toss them from up high instead! This free outdoor event gives your carved creations one last hurrah for the Halloween season, sponsored by Urban Acres Real Estate's agents (Sean McIntyre, Whitney and Ben Russell, Tundi Brady, Cathy Pugh, and Nicki Thompson). We will be throwing the pumpkins…
