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Special Nights: Woman and child playing with colorful interactive exhibit.

Supporting Children with Special Needs

March 20, 2020

March 11, 2020 at 4:00 PM EDT – Updated March 11 at 4:00 PM A visit to the Children’s Museum is a recipe for fun and learning through play — for both…

Happy toddler girl on a carousel ride, wearing a heart-themed shirt. Valentine's Day fun.

Play Ahead – Stress

March 20, 2020

It may be helpful to identify some of these stressors for children. The following stressors are grouped according to varying years. Two to Five Years • toilet training • sharing…

Child in doctor's coat plays with a sick policy cartoon. Medical staff concept.

COVID-19 Operations and Preparedness

March 20, 2020

COVID-19 OPERATIONS AND PREPAREDNESS FAQ Updated Friday, March 13, 2020 9:30pm The Children’s Museum of Richmond is closed from March 14-27 in solidarity with our community partners and the effort…

Educator in backyard with obstacle course. Making an obstacle course at home for kids.

Making an Obstacle Course at Home!

March 20, 2020

Get outside and get active! Use household items to create simple challenges and let your little learner be both the tester and creator. Make an obstacle course that requires your…

Pam teaching about desert habitats with a camel puppet. Habitats From Around the World with Pam and Cameron.

Habitats From Around the World with Pam and Cameron!

March 20, 2020

Enjoy a little activity from our Adapt in the Habitat Program with two of our talented educators, Ms. Pam and Mr. Cameron! Grab a family member, a pencil and paper…

Man drawing on paper for ice water color activity. Art project.

Ice Water Color Activity

March 19, 2020

Looking for a fun and creative activity to do with your little one? Watch the video below as our educator Cameron walks you through an ice water coloring activity!

Father and baby reading a book. Family playtime, fill the day with play, reading time.

Fill the Day with Play: Your Family Playbook for Making Any Time Playtime

February 11, 2020

Very rarely will you hear a parent or caregiver complain that they simply don’t have enough to do. Juggling the daily tasks and responsibilities of raising a family can often…

Little Farm active learning: Woman with balls. Interactive play area for kids ages 0-3.

‘Little Farm’ offers active learning for children ages 0-3

January 23, 2020

Click Here to learn more about the new and improved ‘Little Farm’ exhibit at the Children’s Museum Downtown! Want to learn more about The Basics? Check out this site!

Kids explore holiday traditions at the Children's Museum. Cultural exhibit with world holiday display.

A World of Holiday Traditions and Culture on Display at the Children’s Museum

December 13, 2019

Throughout the year, all four area locations of the Children’s Museum are focused on its mission of inspiring growth in all children by engaging families in learning through play — or as…

Creative in Residence: Artist with felted wool sculptures, including a head with eyes. Fiber art.

Art is in Play: Creative in Residence at the Children’s Museum

November 12, 2019

The Children’s Museum has built a reputation for engaging experiences that foster creativity in both children and their caregivers. Now, they’re doing so in a way that hasn’t been seen…