Iowa Children’s Museum

Address
1451 Coral Ridge Ave.
Coralville, IA 52241 United States Get Directions
Phone 319-625-6255
Website https://theicm.org/

Events at this venue

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  • Mock Election (with Johnson Co. Elections)

    Iowa Children's Museum 1451 Coral Ridge Ave., Coralville, IA, United States

    Representatives from Johnson County Elections will visit the museum to host a mock election for the Mayor of CityWorks! Children can cast ballots, learn how voting works, and say hi to local “candidates” George the Puppet and Pete the Turtle, who will make appearances around the museum. Activities are included with museum admission. This activity is […]

  • Slow & Steady Science (with Indian Creek Nature Center)

    Iowa Children's Museum 1451 Coral Ridge Ave., Coralville, IA, United States

    It’s a shellebration of turtles! Meet Peter, the Iowa Children’s Museum’s resident turtle, and discover what life is like for wild turtles with our friends from Indian Creek Nature Center. During Slow and Steady Science, kids can explore turtle habitats, learn about Iowa’s native turtle species, and get creative with other turtle-themed activities. From Peter’s […]

  • Afterschool Studio

    Afterschool Studio
    Iowa Children's Museum 1451 Coral Ridge Ave., Coralville, IA, United States

    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; […]

  • National Superhero Day

    Iowa Children's Museum 1451 Coral Ridge Ave., Coralville, IA, United States

    Celebrate National Superhero Day with The Iowa Children's Museum! Stop by the Art Studio from 1–3 p.m. to create your own superhero identity, starting with a custom ID card that includes your name, superpower, and mode of transportation. Kids can also use their initials to discover a superhero name and start building out their character. Through […]

  • Kinder Club: Spring Session 2 Begins

    Kinder Club
    Iowa Children's Museum 1451 Coral Ridge Ave., Coralville, IA, United States

    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, […]

  • After Dark

    Featured After Dark
    Iowa Children's Museum 1451 Coral Ridge Ave., Coralville, IA, United States

    Your inner child called—they want a night out! After a sold-out debut, After Dark returns to The Iowa Children’s Museum for another grown-ups-only night of play, presented by The Jill Armstrong Team. Leave the grown-up stuff at the door and rediscover what it feels like to be a kid again! Explore the museum after hours, […]

  • Museum Closed

    Iowa Children's Museum 1451 Coral Ridge Ave., Coralville, IA, United States

    The Iowa Children’s Museum will be closed on Sunday, April 5th, alongside Coral Ridge Mall being closed. Come play again soon!

  • Discovery Day: Playtime Time Warp

    Discovery Days
    Iowa Children's Museum 1451 Coral Ridge Ave., Coralville, IA, United States

    Travel back in time with us for a special Discovery Day deep dive into the toys, games, and tools kids loved before tablets and touchscreens. Families are invited to visit our "Time Warp Station" in the Party Room from 10 a.m. to noon for a hands-on exploration of how kids learned and played in the […]

  • Powwow Preview: Little Steps in the Circle, Dance & Crafts Day

    Iowa Children's Museum 1451 Coral Ridge Ave., Coralville, IA, United States

    Join us for a joyful, family-friendly event celebrating Indigenous culture through Youth Powwow dance performances and hands-on craft activities for children. This interactive preview event invites families to learn about Powwow traditions in a welcoming, playful environment while helping spread the word about the University of Iowa's 29th Annual Powwow, hosted by the Native American […]