Join us for a playful poetry workshop! The Iowa Children's Museum, in partnership with Think Iowa City, is proud to welcome local author, performer, and producer Caleb "The Negro Artist" Rainey for a special drop-off program on Friday, April 22 from 6 - 7:30 p.m! What: Enjoy free play in the museum followed by a writing workshop with…
The Iowa Children’s Museum, in partnership with Think Iowa City, is proud to celebrate National Poetry Month with a special performance from Caleb “The Negro Artist” Rainey on Saturday, April 23 at 11 AM in Coral Cove. The program will include a 30-minute performance of Caleb’s work, followed by a question and answer session. All…
The Student Nursing Association at the University of Iowa invites families to join them for Dare to Care Day! Kids will learn about sun safety, use glitter bug to see how handwashing removes "germs," listen to their vital signs, and learn about basic first aid. You can also bring a stuffed animal and go through…
Throw on some sneakers or dress up in heels…just be sure to join us as we celebrate the POWER of PLAY! The Iowa Children's Museum is excited to invite all grown-ups to the Celebrate Play Gala, presented by GreenState Credit Union. Proceeds benefit The Iowa Children's Museum and the tens of thousands of kids and…
Kinder Sing-Along offers songs and socialization for little ones before the museum opens to the public on the first and third Saturday of the month. Our theme this week is PAJAMA PARTY so put on your comfiest jammies and come play! Kinder Sing-Along is for parents, grandparents, neighbors, family, and friends who nurture children ages six…
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,…
Kinder Sing-Along offers songs and socialization for little ones before the museum opens to the public on the first and third Saturday of the month. Our theme this week is SUPER HEROES! Costumes and capes are encouraged for this super sing-along event. Kinder Sing-Along is for parents, grandparents, neighbors, family, and friends who nurture children…
Join us Thursday, June 2 for the 2022 Iowa Children's Open at Brown Deer Golf Club. With the field limited to just 36 teams for the Thursday Scramble, this event is expected to sell out quickly. Registration opens on March 1st. Click here to learn more. Presented by Advantage and United Iowa Financial, all proceeds support…
June 13, 2022 | 12:30 – 4:00 PM | 3rd-6th Grade | $60 per child Let’s take a crash course in all things technology! From basic programming to computer science fundamentals, participants will walk away with a better understanding of the world of technology through hands-on activities. We make each topic fun and engaging—because playing…
June 20, 2022 | 1-4 PM | K-3rd Grade | $50 per child Drop off your child for a summer PLAYcation! This three-hour session gives kids the chance to play in our exhibits and “choose their own adventure” while the museum is closed to the public. Museum educators will provide supervised play opportunities as well as special…
