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

The Iowa Children’s Museum Receives $17,000 from Bayer Fund Donation ...
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Casting Call: Be a Star at The ICM

Casting Call: Be a Star at The ICM!   Does ...
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Museums for All

Play is for Everyone UPDATE: As of January 1, 2025 ...
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How We Played in 2018

We’re already a few days into 2019 and looking forward ...
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Big News: The ICM Announces New Executive Director!

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

PetePrintandPlay Giveaway!   Is your child a little artist? Do they love coloring, decorating, and creating, their very own masterpieces? Our PetePrintandPlay giveaway is the

#PetePrintandPlay Giveaway

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

Dasia Day

Thank you to our sponsors, volunteers, and golfers for making the 2023 Iowa Children’s Open a success! We couldn’t have asked for a nicer day

Iowa Children’s Open 2023 Wrap-Up

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

Member Month

It’s the best time to become a member! Join or renew in March, and you’ll receive four FREE guest passes to share with friends and family. 

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 close early at 4pm today (11/29)

Thank you for your understanding!