About Us

Museum Information

Our Vision

The Iowa Children's Museum exists to celebrate and nurture the power and potential of every child.

Our Mission

The Iowa Children's Museum is a vibrant cultural attraction, educational family resource and vital element in the Iowa economy. The mission of The Iowa Children's Museum is to inspire every child to imagine, create, discover, and explore through the power of play. The museum serves this mission through interactive exhibits, engaging hands-on programs and community outreach. With an annual visitation of approximately 120,000 children and adults, The Iowa Children's Museum is one of the largest cultural attractions in Iowa.

How We Do It!

Over 28,000 square feet of interactive exhibits provide stimulating learning experiences designed primarily for children ages birth to twelve. The museum is committed to the principles of inclusion and serves a diverse audience. At The Iowa Children's Museum, children and their families are invited to play and learn in a place where all people are accepted and celebrated.

Winner of an Iowa Cultural Corridor Alliance 2009 ICKY Award!

The Iowa Children’s Museum is extremely proud to have been awarded the 2009 Iowa Cultural Corridor Alliance ICKY Award for Reaching Out Collaboration Award between ICCA Members and Non-members for "Take Flight! the science of aviation", with NASA, Rockwell Collins, University of Iowa, and Integrated DNA Technologies. "Take Flight!" would not have been possible without the amazing support of area, statewide and nationwide organizations. We appreciate the support of the Iowa Cultural Corridor board and members!

Information for People with Special Needs

The Iowa Children’s Museum welcomes all people to our facility!

If you have any special needs or would like additional help in visiting the museum, please contact Lori Kaemmerer, Director of Operations, at 319.625.6255 ext. 209 or email lkaemmerer@theicm.org.

The 2nd floor of the museum is wheelchair accessible
Free wheelchairs are available for visitor use at Coral Ridge Mall Guest Services
Museum restrooms are ADA compliant
Both gender restrooms have baby-changing stations
Family restrooms are available on 2nd floor
Handicap parking spaces are available close to the museum
A family sanctuary is available in the ImaginAcres exhibit for nursing mothers
Special visiting hours are available for families with special needs, i.e. autistic children who require a quieter space
Museum exhibits are very touch-friendly, include vibrant color, and meet the needs of the diverse learner

Iowa Children's Museum