Join us for a weekend of not-too-scary Halloween activities that kids of all ages will enjoy! We will have spooky science experiments, creepy cardboard creations, and other special Halloween activities on Friday (11 a.m. & 3 p.m.) Saturday (11 a.m. & 4 p.m.) and Sunday (11 a.m. & 4 p.m.). Throughout the weekend, you can also…

Join us for a special Halloween-themed Super Hero Night! As part of our HalloWEEKEND activities, this free event offers sensory-friendly activities in a calmer environment and opportunities to collect treats in our museum exhibits. Costumes are encouraged (but not required!) as you look for our “treat stations” throughout the museum. In line with the Teal…

Every child is unique. Each grows and learns in their own way. And without exception, all children love to play. Children with special health or sensory needs are no different! Admission is free for families during Super Hero Nights thanks to our friends at GreenState Credit Union.  Enjoy a quieter and more welcoming environment throughout…

Registration is required. Click here to learn more and sign up. Drop off your child at The ICM after school for a byte-sized adventure exploring the basics of coding, digital design, and tech-based careers! In this enrichment program, kids will create their own technology-based projects from start to finish, based on their interests. Tech Trek…

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 a.m. every Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday. Come play early and enjoy a less busy environment! Learn more about membership NEW FOR FALL 2022: Saturday Member Mornings! In addition…

Registration is required. Click here to learn more and sign up. Drop off your child at The ICM after school for a byte-sized adventure exploring the basics of coding, digital design, and tech-based careers! In this enrichment program, kids will create their own technology-based projects from start to finish, based on their interests. Tech Trek…

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 a.m. every Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday. Come play early and enjoy a less busy environment! Learn more about membership NEW FOR FALL 2022: Saturday Member Mornings! In addition…

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 a.m. every Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday. Come play early and enjoy a less busy environment! Learn more about membership NEW FOR FALL 2022: Saturday Member Mornings! In addition…

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 a.m. every Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday. Come play early and enjoy a less busy environment! Learn more about membership NEW FOR FALL 2022: Saturday Member Mornings! In addition…

Don’t toss your Jack-O-Lanterns in the garbage—let us toss them from up high instead! Presented by the GEICO Philanthropic Foundation, this free outdoor event gives your carved creations one last hurrah for the Halloween season. We will be throwing the pumpkins off the northwest corner of the parking ramp next to Chauncey Swan Park. Drop…