Join us in the Art Studio for a festive cardmaking session! From 9- 11 a.m. on Saturday, December 21st, we will be crafting a variety of holiday cards for the loved one in your kiddo's life! Your child can choose to decorate a card created by our team or make their own homemade card from […]

Celebrate Election Day with Use Your VOICE Day at The Iowa Children’s Museum! This special event will introduce children to the many ways they can engage in their community and make their voices heard. From voting in a mock election to hands-on activities in our Art Studio, kids will be introduced to important civic values […]

The Iowa Children's Museum is proud to host award-winning photographer Nancy Farese as part of our 25th-anniversary celebration! Farese invites you to explore the profound impact of play through the eyes of children across the globe. From the laughter of children in refugee camps to unstructured play in diverse cultures, Farese's work shows how play […]

Join us on Sunday, October 20th, for a day of hands-on activities inspired by our new temporary exhibit, “Potential Space: A Serious Look at Child’s Play. " This dynamic art installation celebrates the universal joy of play through captivating photos taken across the globe. This photography-inspired event is 'focused 'on the importance of play. Check […]

Join 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)! This show is an adaptation of Dvorak's Rusalka. Originally a full-length Czech opera with a tragic ending, this charming English adaptation offers a happy […]