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Give the gift of play

The Iowa Children’s Museum inspires every child to imagine, create, discover and explore through the Power of Play!

Upcoming Events

  • Afterschool Studio

    Afterschool Studio

    Iowa Children's Museum 1451 Coral Ridge Ave., Coralville, IA, United States

    Join us on the first Thursday of each month for Afterschool Studio—special activities designed for elementary-aged kids and their families. Each session features a new hands-on challenge that blends science, technology, […]

  • Member Hour

    Member Hour

    Iowa Children's Museum 1451 Coral Ridge Ave., Coralville, IA, United States

    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. […]

  • Member Hour

    Member Hour

    Iowa Children's Museum 1451 Coral Ridge Ave., Coralville, IA, United States

    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. […]

Programs

We offer a variety of programs throughout the year where kids learn through play.

Day Camps: When school is out, it’s time to play
Enrichment: Screen-free learning & hands-on play
Community: Play can happen anywhere!

Exhibits

Spark curiosity and introduce your child to real-world concepts.

City Grocery

Create a playful learning experience for little shoppers as you explore a miniature grocery store
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Take Flight

Fly high and explore careers in aviation!
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Blue Room

Become an architect of imagination as you build and create with giant blue blocks
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City Music

Explore the world of sound and discover the joy of music
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City Money

Build financial literacy skills as you play with earning, spending, saving and giving
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Children’s Hospital

Empower children to explore and better understand healthcare settings and STEM careers
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Membership

Unlock a full year of imagination and discovery!

Unlimited Play, Member-Only Hours, Discounts & More!

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Shape the Future of Play!

Please take a moment to share your thoughts in our 5-minute survey. Your feedback will help us keep the museum’s exhibits and programs fun, accessible, and meaningful for every child.

Give the gift of play

This holiday season, give them moments that matter. Memberships and gift cards create warm memories and give curiosity a place to grow!

Closed August 25th-29th

The Iowa Children’s Museum will be closed Monday, August 25th, through Friday, August 29th, for routine cleaning and maintenance. This includes STEM Family Free Night. Thank you for your patience while we work to make our exhibits even better for your next visit!

Due to Winter Weather

We will be closing at 5:00 pm on 2/12

Thank you for your understanding!