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Halloween 2023 at The Iowa Children’s Museum

Halloween at The Iowa Children’s Museum 2023 The Iowa Children’s Museum invites you to join us for not-too-scary Halloween events! Mark your calendar for a pirate-themed weekend of swashbuckling activities, […]

#PetePrintandPlay Giveaway

PetePrintandPlay Giveaway!   Is your child a little artist? Do they love coloring, decorating, and creating, their very own masterpieces? Our PetePrintandPlay giveaway is the perfect opportunity to have your […]

Dasia Day

Local Innovator Dasia Taylor to Celebrate 20th Birthday with STEM Event at The Iowa Children’s Museum Free museum admission and activities on Friday, August 4th from 3 to 7 p.m. […]

MLK Day at The Iowa Children’s Museum

Resources for Parents: Honoring the Life & Legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. The Iowa Children’s Museum welcomes everyone to join them on Monday, January 16th from 9 a.m. […]

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!

Fuel their curiosity and create lasting memories—memberships, gift certificates, and unique toys from our gift shop will spark joy, learning, and endless play!

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!