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Countdown Celebration

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

Let’s ring in the new year ALL DAY LONG! Join us on Tuesday, December 31st as we celebrate 2025 arriving across the world with hourly countdowns. Countdowns will take place at 11 AM, 12 PM, 1 PM, 2 PM, 3 PM, and shortly before 4 PM. Noisemakers, balloons, and other celebratory items will be available […]

Closing Early at 4pm

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

The Iowa Children's Museum will be closing at 4:00 p.m. on December 31st. Come play a bit earlier in the day!

Event Series Sensory Friendly Night

Sensory Friendly Night

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

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 […]

Free
Event Series Member Hour

Member Hour

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

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.

Event Series STEM Family Free Night

STEM Family Free Night

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

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

Event Series Toddler Takeover

Toddler Takeover

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

With school back in session, it’s time to celebrate our littlest learners! Due to the overwhelming success of our first Toddler Takeover, we’re excited to offer special activities just for kids five and younger each month! Stop by our party room (located across the hall from our ImagineAcres exhibit designed specifically for children five and […]

Event Series Member Hour

Member Hour

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

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.

Member Hour: Shadows & Snowflakes

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

Help us bring our very own winter wonderland to life using shadows! Stop by the Art Studio for a creative session blending art and science! Craft unique snowflakes using tissue paper, cardstock, and more, then bring them to life on our shadow screen to explore how light and materials interact. Little ones can explore tabletop […]

Event Series Member Hour

Member Hour

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

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.

Shape the Future of Play!

Please take a moment to share your thoughts in our 5-minute survey. Your feedback will help us keep the museum’s exhibits and programs fun, accessible, and meaningful for every child.

Give the gift of play!

Fuel their curiosity and create lasting memories—memberships, gift certificates, and unique toys from our gift shop will spark joy, learning, and endless play!

Closed August 26th-30th

The Iowa Children’s Museum will be closed Monday, August 26th, through Friday, August 30th, for routine cleaning and maintenance. Thank you for your patience while we work to make our exhibits even better for your next visit!

Due to Winter Weather

We will be closing at 5:00 pm on 2/12

Thank you for your understanding!