October 2019
Creative in Residence
Saturday, October 19 - Saturday, November 16Rotating Children's Museum Locations Observe, Learn, Create! The Children's Museum is celebrating artoberVA with its first Creative in Residence since 2000. On select dates between October 19 and November 16 guests will be able to work alongside Nastassja Swift as she leads wool-felting demonstrations and workshops. Don't forget to join her on November 16 for the unveiling of a permanent installation that will be on display in the Art Studio at the Children's Museum Downtown. Observe: Guests will…
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Water Color Watercolor is wonderful! Come out to the Children's Museum (all four locations) for exciting water color workshops and story times throughout the day. Learn about water color techniques and take home your own masterpiece. This program is free with general admission.
Find out more »December 2019
Noon Year’s Eve Bash!
Tuesday, December 31• 10 am - 2 pm ALL Museum Locations! Ring in the new year Children's Museum-style with a countdown to the noon year, special activities, and more! Event is free with museum admission. As usual, Children’s Museum Members play for free all year long!
Find out more »March 2020
CANCELED – Special Nights
SPECIAL NIGHTS ON FRIDAY, MARCH 12 HAS BEEN CANCELED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE MUSEUM’S COVID-19 PREPAREDNESS GUIDELINES. Special Nights for Special Needs! Each special event offers museum exploration, adapted materials, a low-sensory space, and a reduced number of visitors! Admission is free for children with special needs under the age of 15 and their families. Select Fridays from 5:30pm-7:30pm at rotating Children’s Museum locations. Special Needs programming is generously supported by the Altria Companies Employee Community Fund and the…
Find out more »CANCELED – Kindergarten Kickoff with Smart Beginnings Rappahannock Area
This event has been CANCELED. Join Smart Beginnings Rappahannock Area for fun, educational activities to help prepare children for kindergarten, introduce them to a classroom routine, and a chance to visit with a special guests from area schools. This event is made possible by Smart Beginnings Rappahannock Area and Virginia Quality. Sponsored by Wells Fargo.
Find out more »April 2020
CANCELED – Family Time
FAMILY TIME ON THURSDAY APRIL 2 HAS BEEN CANCELED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE MUSEUM’S COVID-19 PREPAREDNESS GUIDELINES. Join the Children's Museum Family Engagement Team for activities geared towards helping families learn how to play! Number Scavenger Hunt • Rotating Locations Navigate with a purpose! Try to conquer this number scavenger hunt as you and your little one(s) count your way through the museum exhibits. How well do you pay attention to your surroundings? Thursday, June 6 Children's Museum Fredericksburg…
Find out more »May 2020
CANCELED – Family Time
Family Time on this date has been canceled as the museum continues to be closed for COVID-19 precautions. Join the Children's Museum Family Engagement Team for activities geared towards helping families learn how to play! Number Scavenger Hunt • Rotating Locations Navigate with a purpose! Try to conquer this number scavenger hunt as you and your little one(s) count your way through the museum exhibits. How well do you pay attention to your surroundings? Thursday, June 6 Children's Museum Fredericksburg…
Find out more »CANCELED – Special Nights
Special Nights on this date has been canceled as the museum continues to be closed for COVID-19 precautions. Special Nights for Special Needs! Each special event offers museum exploration, adapted materials, a low-sensory space, and a reduced number of visitors! Admission is free for children with special needs under the age of 15 and their families. Select Fridays from 5:30pm-7:30pm at rotating Children’s Museum locations. Special Needs programming is generously supported by the Altria Companies Employee Community Fund and the…
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