ICM2Go: Free fun in your community! LEARN MORE
Summer Camps: New ways to play each week! LEARN MORE
Birthday Parties: There's no better place to celebrate! LEARN MORE

News

Museums for All

Play is for Everyone UPDATE: As of January 1, 2025 ...
Read more

How We Played in 2018

We’re already a few days into 2019 and looking forward ...
Read more

Big News: The ICM Announces New Executive Director!

Big News: The ICM Announces New Executive Director! The Iowa ...
Read more

The Iowa Children’s Museum at Bubble Ball

On very special occasions, we wear bubble wrap… like at ...
Read more

Renovations made possible by Variety – The Children’s Charity, Rotary Club of Iowa City A.M., and The Rotary International Foundation The Iowa Children’s Museum is

Renovated Family Sanctuary Enhances Inclusive Space for Families

March 13-19, 2023 Let’s make some memories this spring break! The Iowa Children’s Museum will be open Tuesday (3/13) through Sunday (3/19) from 10 am

Spring Break 2023 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,

MLK Day at The Iowa Children’s Museum

The Iowa Children’s Museum Receives $17,000 from Bayer Fund Donation will connect children in rural communities with interactive STEM education. We are pleased to announce

The Iowa Children’s Museum Receives $17,000 from Bayer Fund

Let’s create merry memories and bright futures this winter break! The Iowa Children’s Museum will have events and activities that inspire all children to imagine,

Winter Break 2023

Halloween at The Iowa Children’s Museum The Iowa Children’s Museum invites you to join us for not-too-scary Halloween events! This year we will celebrate the

Halloween 2022 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!

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 26th-30th

The Iowa Children’s Museum will be closed Monday, August 26th, through Friday, August 30th, for routine cleaning and maintenance. 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!