Members of The Iowa Children’s Museum are invited to come play 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 here.

It’s time to celebrate our littlest learners! Toddler Takeover offers new ways for little ones to learn and play in our museum space. Throughout the event, caregivers can also discover how young children learn through different play styles and receive helpful tips from museum educators to make playtime even more meaningful at home. Toddler Takeover […]

Join us on the first Thursday of each month for Afterschool Studio—special activities designed for elementary-aged kids and their families. Each session features a new hands-on challenge that blends science, technology, engineering, art, and math (STEAM). Our museum educators will guide kids as they tinker, build, and create—while families learn and explore together. No registration required; […]

Join us on the last Friday of each month for free museum admission and a special STEM activity, sponsored by Collins Aerospace!

The Playdough Dentist is in! Every Friday in February, families can drop in to mold, squish, and imagine with our Dr. Drill n’ Fill playdough sets. Kids can explore dental tools, practice pretend checkups, and learn about healthy smiles through playful, hands-on fun. This recurring activity is part of our Children’s Dental Month celebration, made […]

Join us on the last Sunday of each month for Sensory Friendly Night! This event is designed for families with members who experience sensory sensitivities, are on the autism spectrum, or who have any health needs that would make a quieter visit more enjoyable. Admission is free during Sensory Friendly Night, thanks to our friends […]