In this program, children will learn and play in our one-of-a-kind space while building skills that prepare them for formal learning settings. We offer sensory and art-based activities to help develop your little one’s fine motor skills and confidence. We also use Kindergarten School Readiness checklists and hands-on learning to help your child build skills like sharing,…

Members of The Iowa Children’s Museum are invited to come play during an hour when The ICM is ONLY open to members! Member Hour is 9-10 am every Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday. Members are welcome to arrive anytime during Member Hour and can stay as long as they'd like. Learn more or become a member…

Members of The Iowa Children’s Museum are invited to come play during an hour when The ICM is ONLY open to members! Member Hour is 9-10 am every Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday. Members are welcome to arrive anytime during Member Hour and can stay as long as they'd like. Learn more or become a member…

Members of The Iowa Children’s Museum are invited to come play during an hour when The ICM is ONLY open to members! Member Hour is 9-10 am every Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday. Members are welcome to arrive anytime during Member Hour and can stay as long as they'd like. Learn more or become a member…

Join us the last Friday of the month for FREE admission and a STEM activity. Giving all children opportunities to play, regardless of their background or ability to pay, is the heart of our mission and we're thrilled to invite the community into our space for free events once again! PLEASE NOTE: We continue to…

Make some music with us! Kinder Sing-Along is back at The Iowa Children's Museum and we can't wait to sing along with you! Families with young children (1 to 5 years) are invited to participate in a special sing-along during their play time in our exhibits. Join our musical PLAYologist, Terra, for interactive songs, fingerplays,…