Iowa Children’s Museum
Coralville, IA 52241 United States Get Directions
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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, […]
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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! Join us as we celebrate the completion of updates to our ImagineAcres exhibit (designed just for children under 5) with special farm-themed activities. This event is where farm fun meets early childhood development. From hands-on sensory activities to playful barnyard games, we will […]
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Peter the Turtle’s Birthday Bash
Iowa Children's Museum 1451 Coral Ridge Ave., Coralville, IA, United StatesJoin us for a special birthday shell-ebration! We're throwing a party for Peter the Turtle, our beloved aquarium resident, and the inspiration behind our Aquatic Ambassador mascot, Pete. Peter is a western-painted turtle who has lived at the museum since we opened at Coral Ridge Mall 25 years ago! Get ready for a day filled […]
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International Observe the Moon Night
Iowa Children's Museum 1451 Coral Ridge Ave., Coralville, IA, United StatesJoin us on Saturday, September 14th, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. for NASA's annual International Observe the Moon Night! International Observe the Moon Night is held when the Moon is around the first quarter ― a great phase for evening observing. Before the moon comes into view that night, join us for a day […]
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Grandparents Day
Iowa Children's Museum 1451 Coral Ridge Ave., Coralville, IA, United StatesCalling all papas, mimaws, and nonnos! To celebrate National Grandparents Day, The Iowa Children’s Museum is offering $1 admission to all grandparents with the purchase of a child admission. This special day is made possible thanks to our friends at United Iowa Financial. The ICM also honors grandparents throughout the year with a special membership […]
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Museum Closed for Maintenance & Cleaning
Iowa Children's Museum 1451 Coral Ridge Ave., Coralville, IA, United StatesThe 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!
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Summer Spotlight
Iowa Children's Museum 1451 Coral Ridge Ave., Coralville, IA, United StatesJoin us this summer on Sunday afternoons for our Summer Spotlight series! From 1:30 p.m. to 3:00 p.m., our PLAYologists will facilitate special activities that take a closer look at educational concepts within our museum. Topics will vary each week, taking a closer look into each subject through fun, hands-on activities! July 21 July 28 […]
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Cicada Celebration
Iowa Children's Museum 1451 Coral Ridge Ave., Coralville, IA, United StatesThe cicadas are coming! Celebrate the coming emergence at The Iowa Children’s Museum with a scavenger hunt, nature observation zone, a cicada-inspired art challenge, and a cicada sing-along with PLAYologists! Sing-along will be held between 11:00 a.m. and noon. All other activities are available throughout the day. Event activities are included with museum admission; free for […]