Iowa Children’s Museum
Member Hour
Iowa Children's Museum 1451 Coral Ridge Ave., Coralville, IA, United StatesMembers 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.
Museum Closed
Iowa Children's Museum 1451 Coral Ridge Ave., Coralville, IA, United StatesThe Iowa Children's Museum is closed on Mondays. Come play again soon!
Toddler Takeover
Iowa Children's Museum 1451 Coral Ridge Ave., Coralville, IA, United StatesWith school back in session, it’s time to celebrate our littlest learners! Toddler Takeover offers new ways for little ones to learn and play! Throughout the event, caregivers can also discover how young children learn through different styles of play from our museum educators and get helpful tips to make playtime even more meaningful at home. […]
Kinder Club: Fall Session 1 Starts
Iowa Children's Museum 1451 Coral Ridge Ave., Coralville, IA, United StatesIn 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, […]
STEM Family Free Night
Iowa Children's Museum 1451 Coral Ridge Ave., Coralville, IA, United StatesJoin us on the last Friday of each month for free museum admission and a special STEM activity, sponsored by Collins Aerospace!
Sensory Friendly Night
Iowa Children's Museum 1451 Coral Ridge Ave., Coralville, IA, United StatesJoin 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 […]
Afterschool Studio
Iowa Children's Museum 1451 Coral Ridge Ave., Coralville, IA, United StatesJoin 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; […]
Mid-Autumn Festival
Iowa Children's Museum 1451 Coral Ridge Ave., Coralville, IA, United StatesCelebrate the Mid-Autumn Festival at The Iowa Children's Museum! Join us in celebrating the harvest moon, a tradition cherished in many Asian cultures, with a special focus on Chinese customs in partnership with Midwest Chinese Academy. Experience Mid-Autumn traditions through hands-on art activities, a Jade Rabbit Scavenger Hunt, and mooncake tasting! At 2:30 pm, enjoy a […]
The Littlest Mermaid
Iowa Children's Museum 1451 Coral Ridge Ave., Coralville, IA, United StatesJoin us for a special performance of The Littlest Mermaid from the Cedar Rapids Opera at The Iowa Children's Museum! This 40-minute performance is included with museum admission (free for members)! Cedar Rapids Opera’s Season 28 children’s outreach opera is an adaptation of Dvořák’s Rusalka. Originally a full-length Czech opera with a tragic ending, this […]
Move it! Dig it! Do it!
Iowa Children's Museum 1451 Coral Ridge Ave., Coralville, IA, United StatesGrab your hard hat and take an up-close look at large construction equipment, big trucks, and emergency vehicles! Our biggest outdoor event of the year takes place just outside of the museum in the Coral Ridge Mall parking lot. Please join us for games, activities, and vehicles of all shapes and sizes. Check back soon, […]
