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1 event,
From Here to There Summer Exhibit
Explore the science of how things move by land, sea and air at the Children’s Museum of Richmond’s new traveling exhibition, From Here to There, opening on May 20, 2025 and closing on September 7, 2025! Available only at the Downtown location. Learn more here!
3 events,
Tutus & Ties – Downtown
Tutus & Ties – Downtown
Movement and play are good for children’s bodies and brains. In fact, movement can help increase memory, perception, language comprehension, attention, emotional understanding, and decision making! Join us from 2-2:30 pm in the Downtown Playhouse for Tutus and Ties Tuesdays, where we’ll dress up and move, move, move! This event is free with Museum admission.
Make and Play Co-Lab – Chesterfield
Make and Play Co-Lab – Chesterfield
Join us each week for Make and Play Co-Labs in the Art Studio at Chesterfield from 3:15 to 4:15pm! Focused on school readiness skills, this weekly series of collaborative art-making sessions playfully explores art processes and encourages learning through artistic play. This event is ideal for ages 3-8+ Free with museum admission.
2 events,
Make and Play Co-Lab – Downtown
Make and Play Co-Lab – Downtown
Join us each week for Make and Play Co-Labs in the Art Studio at Downtown from 3:15 to 4:15pm! Focused on school readiness skills, this weekly series of collaborative art-making sessions playfully explores art processes and encourages learning through artistic play. This event is ideal for ages 3-8+ Free with museum admission.
4 events,
Seymour Grooves with Books!
Please join us for a playful dance every Friday on the Downtown Museum floor! Timing will vary — please check the Seymour cut-out at the front desk for the time. This activity supports the following school readiness skills: Gross motor Beginning counting Following directions Emotional regulation Free with museum admission.
Make and Paint Friday! – Chesterfield
Make and Paint Friday! – Chesterfield
Join us monthly at the Chesterfield Art Studio for this open session of individual art making. This session will be held on the First Friday of each month and provides children and care-givers time, space, and materials to explore and experiment with water-based paint. This series of events is ideal for ages 3 - 8+…
CultureFest with Cultural Encounters – Downtown
CultureFest with Cultural Encounters – Downtown
Join us for CultureFest, where each month we celebrate a new culture with exciting activities! What to Expect Immerse yourself in the vibrant traditions of Asian culture! Experience the captivating sounds of the Freedom Band, showcasing traditional and modern tunes, then stay for an engaging interactive session! It’s a fun and educational way to explore a…
3 events,
Tutus & Ties – Downtown
Tutus & Ties – Downtown
Movement and play are good for children’s bodies and brains. In fact, movement can help increase memory, perception, language comprehension, attention, emotional understanding, and decision making! Join us from 2-2:30 pm in the Downtown Playhouse for Tutus and Ties Tuesdays, where we’ll dress up and move, move, move! This event is free with Museum admission.
Make and Play Co-Lab – Chesterfield
Make and Play Co-Lab – Chesterfield
Join us each week for Make and Play Co-Labs in the Art Studio at Chesterfield from 3:15 to 4:15pm! Focused on school readiness skills, this weekly series of collaborative art-making sessions playfully explores art processes and encourages learning through artistic play. This event is ideal for ages 3-8+ Free with museum admission.
2 events,
Make and Play Co-Lab – Downtown
Make and Play Co-Lab – Downtown
Join us each week for Make and Play Co-Labs in the Art Studio at Downtown from 3:15 to 4:15pm! Focused on school readiness skills, this weekly series of collaborative art-making sessions playfully explores art processes and encourages learning through artistic play. This event is ideal for ages 3-8+ Free with museum admission.
3 events,
Seymour Grooves with Books!
Please join us for a playful dance every Friday on the Downtown Museum floor! Timing will vary — please check the Seymour cut-out at the front desk for the time. This activity supports the following school readiness skills: Gross motor Beginning counting Following directions Emotional regulation Free with museum admission.
Bella Ballerina Pop-Up Dance Class – Downtown
Bella Ballerina Pop-Up Dance Class – Downtown
Join us on the second Friday of each month at 2:15 p.m to 2:45pm at CMoR Downtown in front of the carousel for free pop-up ballet classes for Downtown Museum guests provided by Bella Ballerina. The class is offered from January to June. No registration is required. Free with museum admission.
3 events,
Tutus & Ties – Downtown
Tutus & Ties – Downtown
Movement and play are good for children’s bodies and brains. In fact, movement can help increase memory, perception, language comprehension, attention, emotional understanding, and decision making! Join us from 2-2:30 pm in the Downtown Playhouse for Tutus and Ties Tuesdays, where we’ll dress up and move, move, move! This event is free with Museum admission.
Make and Play Co-Lab – Chesterfield
Make and Play Co-Lab – Chesterfield
Join us each week for Make and Play Co-Labs in the Art Studio at Chesterfield from 3:15 to 4:15pm! Focused on school readiness skills, this weekly series of collaborative art-making sessions playfully explores art processes and encourages learning through artistic play. This event is ideal for ages 3-8+ Free with museum admission.
2 events,
Make and Play Co-Lab – Downtown
Make and Play Co-Lab – Downtown
Join us each week for Make and Play Co-Labs in the Art Studio at Downtown from 3:15 to 4:15pm! Focused on school readiness skills, this weekly series of collaborative art-making sessions playfully explores art processes and encourages learning through artistic play. This event is ideal for ages 3-8+ Free with museum admission.
4 events,
Seymour Grooves with Books!
Please join us for a playful dance every Friday on the Downtown Museum floor! Timing will vary — please check the Seymour cut-out at the front desk for the time. This activity supports the following school readiness skills: Gross motor Beginning counting Following directions Emotional regulation Free with museum admission.
CultureFest with Cultural Encounters – Chesterfield
CultureFest with Cultural Encounters – Chesterfield
Join us for CultureFest, where each month we celebrate a new culture with exciting activities! What to expect Immerse yourself in the vibrant traditions of . Watch a special performance and stay for an interactive session! It’s a fun and educational way to explore a different culture. Who’s it for Ideal for families and children…
2025 SENSORY-FRIENDLY NIGHTS – Downtown
2025 SENSORY-FRIENDLY NIGHTS – Downtown
The Children’s Museum is excited to host a FREE night for families with children with disabilities on the third Friday of each month from 5:00-7:00 pm. Families can register in advance via the link below or can register in-person upon arrival. Please click here to register for Sensory-Friendly Nights Downtown A cool down room will be available…
3 events,
Tutus & Ties – Downtown
Tutus & Ties – Downtown
Movement and play are good for children’s bodies and brains. In fact, movement can help increase memory, perception, language comprehension, attention, emotional understanding, and decision making! Join us from 2-2:30 pm in the Downtown Playhouse for Tutus and Ties Tuesdays, where we’ll dress up and move, move, move! This event is free with Museum admission.
Make and Play Co-Lab – Chesterfield
Make and Play Co-Lab – Chesterfield
Join us each week for Make and Play Co-Labs in the Art Studio at Chesterfield from 3:15 to 4:15pm! Focused on school readiness skills, this weekly series of collaborative art-making sessions playfully explores art processes and encourages learning through artistic play. This event is ideal for ages 3-8+ Free with museum admission.
2 events,
Make and Play Co-Lab – Downtown
Make and Play Co-Lab – Downtown
Join us each week for Make and Play Co-Labs in the Art Studio at Downtown from 3:15 to 4:15pm! Focused on school readiness skills, this weekly series of collaborative art-making sessions playfully explores art processes and encourages learning through artistic play. This event is ideal for ages 3-8+ Free with museum admission.
3 events,
Seymour Grooves with Books!
Please join us for a playful dance every Friday on the Downtown Museum floor! Timing will vary — please check the Seymour cut-out at the front desk for the time. This activity supports the following school readiness skills: Gross motor Beginning counting Following directions Emotional regulation Free with museum admission.
Make and Paint Friday! – Downtown
Make and Paint Friday! – Downtown
Join us monthly at the Downtown Art Studio for this open session of individual art making. This session will be held on the last Friday of each month and provides children and care-givers time, space, and materials to explore and experiment with water-based paint. This series of events is ideal for ages 3 - 8+…
3 events,
Tutus & Ties – Downtown
Tutus & Ties – Downtown
Movement and play are good for children’s bodies and brains. In fact, movement can help increase memory, perception, language comprehension, attention, emotional understanding, and decision making! Join us from 2-2:30 pm in the Downtown Playhouse for Tutus and Ties Tuesdays, where we’ll dress up and move, move, move! This event is free with Museum admission.
Make and Play Co-Lab – Chesterfield
Make and Play Co-Lab – Chesterfield
Join us each week for Make and Play Co-Labs in the Art Studio at Chesterfield from 3:15 to 4:15pm! Focused on school readiness skills, this weekly series of collaborative art-making sessions playfully explores art processes and encourages learning through artistic play. This event is ideal for ages 3-8+ Free with museum admission.
2 events,
Make and Play Co-Lab – Downtown
Make and Play Co-Lab – Downtown
Join us each week for Make and Play Co-Labs in the Art Studio at Downtown from 3:15 to 4:15pm! Focused on school readiness skills, this weekly series of collaborative art-making sessions playfully explores art processes and encourages learning through artistic play. This event is ideal for ages 3-8+ Free with museum admission.
4 events,
Seymour Grooves with Books!
Please join us for a playful dance every Friday on the Downtown Museum floor! Timing will vary — please check the Seymour cut-out at the front desk for the time. This activity supports the following school readiness skills: Gross motor Beginning counting Following directions Emotional regulation Free with museum admission.
Make and Paint Friday! – Chesterfield
Make and Paint Friday! – Chesterfield
Join us monthly at the Chesterfield Art Studio for this open session of individual art making. This session will be held on the First Friday of each month and provides children and care-givers time, space, and materials to explore and experiment with water-based paint. This series of events is ideal for ages 3 - 8+…
CultureFest with Cultural Encounters – Downtown
CultureFest with Cultural Encounters – Downtown
Join us for CultureFest, where each month we celebrate a new culture with exciting activities! What to Expect Immerse yourself in the vibrant traditions of Asian culture! Experience the captivating sounds of the Freedom Band, showcasing traditional and modern tunes, then stay for an engaging interactive session! It’s a fun and educational way to explore a…
