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2024 Robert E. Yager Active Learning Award Recipients

Each year, The Iowa Children’s Museum receives dozens of nominations ...
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Member Month 2024

March is Member Month at the Iowa Children’s Museum! This ...
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Iowa Children’s Open 2023 Wrap-Up

Thank you to our sponsors, volunteers, and golfers for making ...
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Renovated Family Sanctuary Enhances Inclusive Space for Families

Renovations made possible by Variety – The Children’s Charity, Rotary ...
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Spring Break 2023 at The Iowa Children’s Museum

March 13-19, 2023 Let’s make some memories this spring break! ...
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MLK Day at The Iowa Children’s Museum

Resources for Parents: Honoring the Life & Legacy of Dr. ...
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Come play with us this summer! As the warm weather return, so does our summer outreach program, ICM2Go. ICM2Go aims to break down barriers and

Bringing Play to Your Neighborhood!

It’s that time of year again—to discover new nonprofits throughout Johnson County, learn more about these organizations, and consider a donation to give back to

Great Give Day 2024

Inspired by the creativity of children’s coloring books, the exhibits team at The Iowa Children’s Museum created this design concept to celebrate the many things

Color Me Herky

Each year, The Iowa Children’s Museum receives dozens of nominations for outstanding educators across Iowa who foster an active learning environment in their classrooms and

2024 Robert E. Yager Active Learning Award Recipients

March is Member Month at the Iowa Children’s Museum! This month only, become a member of The Iowa Children’s Museum and receive four additional museum

Member Month 2024

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

Halloween 2023 at The Iowa Children’s Museum

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!