Location Second Floor
January
Program details
Design a LEGO contraption that can successfully travel across a zip line! The STEAM Lab typically closes for one hour between 11:30am
Program details
Design a LEGO contraption that can successfully travel across a zip line!
The STEAM Lab typically closes for one hour between 11:30am and 1:30pm. Please check with staff in the Museum for details.
Time
January 1, 2026 9:00 am(GMT-05:00)
Program details
Practice small movements such as peeling, ripping, and sticking with tape! Little hands will love making creative designs and pictures with simple materials. The Art
Program details
Practice small movements such as peeling, ripping, and sticking with tape! Little hands will love making creative designs and pictures with simple materials.
The Art Lab typically closes for one hour between 11:30am and 1:30pm. Please check with staff in the Museum for details.
Time
January 1, 2026 9:00 am(GMT-05:00)
Location
Art Lab, 2nd floor
Program details
Design a LEGO contraption that can successfully travel across a zip line! The STEAM Lab typically closes for one hour between 11:30am
Program details
Design a LEGO contraption that can successfully travel across a zip line!
The STEAM Lab typically closes for one hour between 11:30am and 1:30pm. Please check with staff in the Museum for details.
Time
January 2, 2026 9:00 am(GMT-05:00)
Program details
Practice small movements such as peeling, ripping, and sticking with tape! Little hands will love making creative designs and pictures with simple materials. The Art
Program details
Practice small movements such as peeling, ripping, and sticking with tape! Little hands will love making creative designs and pictures with simple materials.
The Art Lab typically closes for one hour between 11:30am and 1:30pm. Please check with staff in the Museum for details.
Time
January 2, 2026 9:00 am(GMT-05:00)
Location
Art Lab, 2nd floor
Program details
Design a LEGO contraption that can successfully travel across a zip line! The STEAM Lab typically closes for one hour between 11:30am
Program details
Design a LEGO contraption that can successfully travel across a zip line!
The STEAM Lab typically closes for one hour between 11:30am and 1:30pm. Please check with staff in the Museum for details.
Time
January 3, 2026 10:00 am(GMT-05:00)
Program details
Practice small movements such as peeling, ripping, and sticking with tape! Little hands will love making creative designs and pictures with simple materials. The Art
Program details
Practice small movements such as peeling, ripping, and sticking with tape! Little hands will love making creative designs and pictures with simple materials.
The Art Lab typically closes for one hour between 11:30am and 1:30pm. Please check with staff in the Museum for details.
Time
January 3, 2026 10:00 am(GMT-05:00)
Location
Art Lab, 2nd floor
Program details
Design a LEGO contraption that can successfully travel across a zip line! The STEAM Lab typically closes for one hour between 11:30am
Program details
Design a LEGO contraption that can successfully travel across a zip line!
The STEAM Lab typically closes for one hour between 11:30am and 1:30pm. Please check with staff in the Museum for details.
Time
January 4, 2026 9:00 am(GMT-05:00)
Program details
Practice small movements such as peeling, ripping, and sticking with tape! Little hands will love making creative designs and pictures with simple materials. The Art
Program details
Practice small movements such as peeling, ripping, and sticking with tape! Little hands will love making creative designs and pictures with simple materials.
The Art Lab typically closes for one hour between 11:30am and 1:30pm. Please check with staff in the Museum for details.
Time
January 4, 2026 9:00 am(GMT-05:00)
Location
Art Lab, 2nd floor
Program details
Design a LEGO contraption that can successfully travel across a zip line! The STEAM Lab typically closes for one hour between 11:30am
Program details
Design a LEGO contraption that can successfully travel across a zip line!
The STEAM Lab typically closes for one hour between 11:30am and 1:30pm. Please check with staff in the Museum for details.
Time
January 5, 2026 9:00 am(GMT-05:00)
Program details
Practice small movements such as peeling, ripping, and sticking with tape! Little hands will love making creative designs and pictures with simple materials. The Art
Program details
Practice small movements such as peeling, ripping, and sticking with tape! Little hands will love making creative designs and pictures with simple materials.
The Art Lab typically closes for one hour between 11:30am and 1:30pm. Please check with staff in the Museum for details.
Time
January 5, 2026 9:00 am(GMT-05:00)
Location
Art Lab, 2nd floor
Program details
Design a LEGO contraption that can successfully travel across a zip line! The STEAM Lab typically closes for one hour between 11:30am
Program details
Design a LEGO contraption that can successfully travel across a zip line!
The STEAM Lab typically closes for one hour between 11:30am and 1:30pm. Please check with staff in the Museum for details.
Time
January 7, 2026 9:00 am(GMT-05:00)
Program details
Try this easy and fun way to create colorful line drawings using oil pastels and a transfer technique that “magically” reveals a rainbow of colors.
Program details
Try this easy and fun way to create colorful line drawings using oil pastels and a transfer technique that “magically” reveals a rainbow of colors.
The Art Lab typically closes for one hour between 11:30am and 1:30pm. Please check with staff in the Museum for details.
Time
January 7, 2026 9:00 am(GMT-05:00)
Location
Art Lab, 2nd floor
Program details
Wrap it! Pull it! Tie it! Experiment with all different types of yarn. Explore materials, practice using new tools, or discover something unexpected about the
Program details
Wrap it! Pull it! Tie it! Experiment with all different types of yarn.
Explore materials, practice using new tools, or discover something unexpected about the way things work. Enjoy STEAM activities designed specially to support toddlers’ natural curiosity about the world. Activity changes monthly.
Time
January 7, 2026 10:30 am - 12:30 pm(GMT-05:00)
Location
The Common, 2nd floor
Program details
Design a LEGO contraption that can successfully travel across a zip line! The STEAM Lab typically closes for one hour between 11:30am
Program details
Design a LEGO contraption that can successfully travel across a zip line!
The STEAM Lab typically closes for one hour between 11:30am and 1:30pm. Please check with staff in the Museum for details.
Time
January 8, 2026 9:00 am(GMT-05:00)
Program details
Try this easy and fun way to create colorful line drawings using oil pastels and a transfer technique that “magically” reveals a rainbow of colors.
Program details
Try this easy and fun way to create colorful line drawings using oil pastels and a transfer technique that “magically” reveals a rainbow of colors.
The Art Lab typically closes for one hour between 11:30am and 1:30pm. Please check with staff in the Museum for details.
Time
January 8, 2026 9:00 am(GMT-05:00)
Location
Art Lab, 2nd floor
Program details
Water is all around us! It can look like rain, snow, or ice. Come explore painting with water and observe the marks water leaves behind.
Program details
Water is all around us! It can look like rain, snow, or ice. Come explore painting with water and observe the marks water leaves behind. How will water inspire you?
Be curious and make new discoveries as you step into school. Play is one of the best ways to build school readiness skills! Activity changes monthly.
Time
January 8, 2026 10:30 am - 11:30 am(GMT-05:00)
Location
Countdown to Kindergarten, 2nd floor
Program details
Design a LEGO contraption that can successfully travel across a zip line! The STEAM Lab typically closes for one hour between 11:30am
Program details
Design a LEGO contraption that can successfully travel across a zip line!
The STEAM Lab typically closes for one hour between 11:30am and 1:30pm. Please check with staff in the Museum for details.
Time
January 9, 2026 9:00 am(GMT-05:00)
Program details
Try this easy and fun way to create colorful line drawings using oil pastels and a transfer technique that “magically” reveals a rainbow of colors.
Program details
Try this easy and fun way to create colorful line drawings using oil pastels and a transfer technique that “magically” reveals a rainbow of colors.
The Art Lab typically closes for one hour between 11:30am and 1:30pm. Please check with staff in the Museum for details.
Time
January 9, 2026 9:00 am(GMT-05:00)
Location
Art Lab, 2nd floor
Program details
Try this easy and fun way to create colorful line drawings using oil pastels and a transfer technique that “magically” reveals a rainbow of colors.
Program details
Try this easy and fun way to create colorful line drawings using oil pastels and a transfer technique that “magically” reveals a rainbow of colors.
The Art Lab typically closes for one hour between 11:30am and 1:30pm. Please check with staff in the Museum for details.
Time
January 10, 2026 9:00 am(GMT-05:00)
Location
Art Lab, 2nd floor
Program details
Using a paper plate as a base, add obstacles made from cardboard, straws and pipe cleaners to create your own sculpture for a marble to
Program details
Using a paper plate as a base, add obstacles made from cardboard, straws and pipe cleaners to create your own sculpture for a marble to ride through.
This workshop is for visitors ages 6+ and their grown-ups. Space is limited – please sign up in front of the STEAM Lab.
Time
January 10, 2026 10:00 am - 10:45 am(GMT-05:00)
Location
STEAM Lab, 2nd floor
Program details
Using a paper plate as a base, add obstacles made from cardboard, straws and pipe cleaners to create your own sculpture for a marble to
Program details
Using a paper plate as a base, add obstacles made from cardboard, straws and pipe cleaners to create your own sculpture for a marble to ride through.
This workshop is for visitors ages 6+ and their grown-ups. Space is limited – please sign up in front of the STEAM Lab.
Time
January 10, 2026 11:00 am - 11:45 am(GMT-05:00)
Location
STEAM Lab, 2nd floor
Program details
Try this easy and fun way to create colorful line drawings using oil pastels and a transfer technique that “magically” reveals a rainbow of colors.
Program details
Try this easy and fun way to create colorful line drawings using oil pastels and a transfer technique that “magically” reveals a rainbow of colors.
The Art Lab typically closes for one hour between 11:30am and 1:30pm. Please check with staff in the Museum for details.
Time
January 11, 2026 9:00 am(GMT-05:00)
Location
Art Lab, 2nd floor
Program details
Using a paper plate as a base, add obstacles made from cardboard, straws and pipe cleaners to create your own sculpture for a marble to
Program details
Using a paper plate as a base, add obstacles made from cardboard, straws and pipe cleaners to create your own sculpture for a marble to ride through.
This workshop is for visitors ages 6+ and their grown-ups. Space is limited – please sign up in front of the STEAM Lab.
Time
January 11, 2026 10:00 am - 10:45 am(GMT-05:00)
Location
STEAM Lab, 2nd floor
Program details
Using a paper plate as a base, add obstacles made from cardboard, straws and pipe cleaners to create your own sculpture for a marble to
Program details
Using a paper plate as a base, add obstacles made from cardboard, straws and pipe cleaners to create your own sculpture for a marble to ride through.
This workshop is for visitors ages 6+ and their grown-ups. Space is limited – please sign up in front of the STEAM Lab.
Time
January 11, 2026 11:00 am - 11:45 am(GMT-05:00)
Location
STEAM Lab, 2nd floor
Program details
Using a paper plate as a base, add obstacles made from cardboard, straws and pipe cleaners to create your own sculpture for a marble to
Program details
Using a paper plate as a base, add obstacles made from cardboard, straws and pipe cleaners to create your own sculpture for a marble to ride through.
This workshop is for visitors ages 6+ and their grown-ups. Space is limited – please sign up in front of the STEAM Lab.
Time
January 11, 2026 2:00 pm - 2:45 pm(GMT-05:00)
Location
STEAM Lab, 2nd floor
Program details
Using a paper plate as a base, add obstacles made from cardboard, straws and pipe cleaners to create your own sculpture for a marble to
Program details
Using a paper plate as a base, add obstacles made from cardboard, straws and pipe cleaners to create your own sculpture for a marble to ride through.
This workshop is for visitors ages 6+ and their grown-ups. Space is limited – please sign up in front of the STEAM Lab.
Time
January 11, 2026 3:00 pm - 3:45 pm(GMT-05:00)
Location
STEAM Lab, 2nd floor
Program details
Design a LEGO contraption that can successfully travel across a zip line! The STEAM Lab typically closes for one hour between 11:30am
Program details
Design a LEGO contraption that can successfully travel across a zip line!
The STEAM Lab typically closes for one hour between 11:30am and 1:30pm. Please check with staff in the Museum for details.
Time
January 12, 2026 9:00 am(GMT-05:00)
Program details
Try this easy and fun way to create colorful line drawings using oil pastels and a transfer technique that “magically” reveals a rainbow of colors.
Program details
Try this easy and fun way to create colorful line drawings using oil pastels and a transfer technique that “magically” reveals a rainbow of colors.
The Art Lab typically closes for one hour between 11:30am and 1:30pm. Please check with staff in the Museum for details.
Time
January 12, 2026 9:00 am(GMT-05:00)
Location
Art Lab, 2nd floor
Program details
Use laser cut designs to practice your weaving and embroidery skills. The STEAM Lab typically closes for one hour between 11:30am and
Program details
Use laser cut designs to practice your weaving and embroidery skills.
The STEAM Lab typically closes for one hour between 11:30am and 1:30pm. Please check with staff in the Museum for details.
Time
January 14, 2026 9:00 am(GMT-05:00)
Program details
Join us to explore money, saving, and spending as you play through financial literacy activities! Explore coins from around the world, design your own money,
Program details
Join us to explore money, saving, and spending as you play through financial literacy activities! Explore coins from around the world, design your own money, go shopping at the market, and more! Activities will be available in the Art Lab, Countdown to Kindergarten, outside the Japanese House, and at the Investigate desk.
This program is sponsored by Citizens.
Time
January 14, 2026 10:00 am - 11:30 am(GMT-05:00)
Location
Museum
Program details
Wrap it! Pull it! Tie it! Experiment with all different types of yarn. Explore materials, practice using new tools, or discover something unexpected about the
Program details
Wrap it! Pull it! Tie it! Experiment with all different types of yarn.
Explore materials, practice using new tools, or discover something unexpected about the way things work. Enjoy STEAM activities designed specially to support toddlers’ natural curiosity about the world. Activity changes monthly.
Time
January 14, 2026 10:30 am - 12:30 pm(GMT-05:00)
Location
The Common, 2nd floor
Program details
Try this easy and fun way to create colorful line drawings using oil pastels and a transfer technique that “magically” reveals a rainbow of colors.
Program details
Try this easy and fun way to create colorful line drawings using oil pastels and a transfer technique that “magically” reveals a rainbow of colors.
The Art Lab typically closes for one hour between 11:30am and 1:30pm. Please check with staff in the Museum for details.
Time
January 14, 2026 1:45 pm(GMT-05:00)
Location
Art Lab, 2nd floor
Program details
Try this easy and fun way to create colorful line drawings using oil pastels and a transfer technique that “magically” reveals a rainbow of colors.
Program details
Try this easy and fun way to create colorful line drawings using oil pastels and a transfer technique that “magically” reveals a rainbow of colors.
The Art Lab typically closes for one hour between 11:30am and 1:30pm. Please check with staff in the Museum for details.
Time
January 15, 2026 9:00 am(GMT-05:00)
Location
Art Lab, 2nd floor
Program details
Use laser cut designs to practice your weaving and embroidery skills. The STEAM Lab typically closes for one hour between 11:30am and
Program details
Use laser cut designs to practice your weaving and embroidery skills.
The STEAM Lab typically closes for one hour between 11:30am and 1:30pm. Please check with staff in the Museum for details.
Time
January 15, 2026 9:00 am(GMT-05:00)
Program details
Water is all around us! It can look like rain, snow, or ice. Come explore painting with water and observe the marks water leaves behind.
Program details
Water is all around us! It can look like rain, snow, or ice. Come explore painting with water and observe the marks water leaves behind. How will water inspire you?
Be curious and make new discoveries as you step into school. Play is one of the best ways to build school readiness skills! Activity changes monthly.
Time
January 15, 2026 10:30 am - 11:30 am(GMT-05:00)
Location
Countdown to Kindergarten, 2nd floor
Program details
Use laser cut designs to practice your weaving and embroidery skills. The STEAM Lab typically closes for one hour between 11:30am and
Program details
Use laser cut designs to practice your weaving and embroidery skills.
The STEAM Lab typically closes for one hour between 11:30am and 1:30pm. Please check with staff in the Museum for details.
Time
January 16, 2026 9:00 am(GMT-05:00)
Program details
Try this easy and fun way to create colorful line drawings using oil pastels and a transfer technique that “magically” reveals a rainbow of colors.
Program details
Try this easy and fun way to create colorful line drawings using oil pastels and a transfer technique that “magically” reveals a rainbow of colors.
The Art Lab typically closes for one hour between 11:30am and 1:30pm. Please check with staff in the Museum for details.
Time
January 16, 2026 9:00 am(GMT-05:00)
Location
Art Lab, 2nd floor
Program details
Explore feelings and ways to express them! Understanding themselves is an important piece of the building blocks that help children develop empathy as they grow.
Program details
Explore feelings and ways to express them! Understanding themselves is an important piece of the building blocks that help children develop empathy as they grow. Empathy is the ability to imagine and understand the emotions of others, which helps children be kind and care about others.
Time
January 16, 2026 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm(GMT-05:00)
Location
The Gallery, 2nd floor
Program details
Use laser cut designs to practice your weaving and embroidery skills. The STEAM Lab typically closes for one hour between 11:30am and
Program details
Use laser cut designs to practice your weaving and embroidery skills.
The STEAM Lab typically closes for one hour between 11:30am and 1:30pm. Please check with staff in the Museum for details.
Time
January 17, 2026 9:00 am(GMT-05:00)
Program details
Try this easy and fun way to create colorful line drawings using oil pastels and a transfer technique that “magically” reveals a rainbow of colors.
Program details
Try this easy and fun way to create colorful line drawings using oil pastels and a transfer technique that “magically” reveals a rainbow of colors.
The Art Lab typically closes for one hour between 11:30am and 1:30pm. Please check with staff in the Museum for details.
Time
January 17, 2026 9:00 am(GMT-05:00)
Location
Art Lab, 2nd floor
Program details
Join us in the Art Gallery for a special storytime and Meet & Greet with Hayley Morris, an Emmy award winning artist and animation director,
Program details
Join us in the Art Gallery for a special storytime and Meet & Greet with Hayley Morris, an Emmy award winning artist and animation director, whose animated short film Rowan is currently on view in the exhibit Shaping Empathy.
Time
January 17, 2026 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm(GMT-05:00)
Location
The Gallery, 2nd floor
Program details
Try this easy and fun way to create colorful line drawings using oil pastels and a transfer technique that “magically” reveals a rainbow of colors.
Program details
Try this easy and fun way to create colorful line drawings using oil pastels and a transfer technique that “magically” reveals a rainbow of colors.
The Art Lab typically closes for one hour between 11:30am and 1:30pm. Please check with staff in the Museum for details.
Time
January 18, 2026 9:00 am(GMT-05:00)
Location
Art Lab, 2nd floor
Program details
Use laser cut designs to practice your weaving and embroidery skills. The STEAM Lab typically closes for one hour between 11:30am and
Program details
Use laser cut designs to practice your weaving and embroidery skills.
The STEAM Lab typically closes for one hour between 11:30am and 1:30pm. Please check with staff in the Museum for details.
Time
January 18, 2026 9:00 am(GMT-05:00)
Program details
Try this easy and fun way to create colorful line drawings using oil pastels and a transfer technique that “magically” reveals a rainbow of colors.
Program details
Try this easy and fun way to create colorful line drawings using oil pastels and a transfer technique that “magically” reveals a rainbow of colors.
The Art Lab typically closes for one hour between 11:30am and 1:30pm. Please check with staff in the Museum for details.
Time
January 19, 2026 9:00 am(GMT-05:00)
Location
Art Lab, 2nd floor
Program details
Use laser cut designs to practice your weaving and embroidery skills. The STEAM Lab typically closes for one hour between 11:30am and
Program details
Use laser cut designs to practice your weaving and embroidery skills.
The STEAM Lab typically closes for one hour between 11:30am and 1:30pm. Please check with staff in the Museum for details.
Time
January 19, 2026 9:00 am(GMT-05:00)
Program details
Listen to a performance of African American Spirituals played on the marimba by Steph Davis of Castle of Our Skins, and learn about the history
Program details
Listen to a performance of African American Spirituals played on the marimba by Steph Davis of Castle of Our Skins, and learn about the history of each song. Then, visit Boston Children’s Museum’s Community Quilt, created by visitors over the summer, on the third floor.
Time
January 19, 2026 11:00 am - 11:30 am(GMT-05:00)
Location
The Common, 2nd floor
Program details
Use laser cut designs to practice your weaving and embroidery skills. The STEAM Lab typically closes for one hour between 11:30am and
Program details
Use laser cut designs to practice your weaving and embroidery skills.
The STEAM Lab typically closes for one hour between 11:30am and 1:30pm. Please check with staff in the Museum for details.
Time
January 21, 2026 9:00 am(GMT-05:00)
Program details
Try this easy and fun way to create colorful line drawings using oil pastels and a transfer technique that “magically” reveals a rainbow of colors.
Program details
Try this easy and fun way to create colorful line drawings using oil pastels and a transfer technique that “magically” reveals a rainbow of colors.
The Art Lab typically closes for one hour between 11:30am and 1:30pm. Please check with staff in the Museum for details.
Time
January 21, 2026 9:00 am(GMT-05:00)
Location
Art Lab, 2nd floor
Program details
Wrap it! Pull it! Tie it! Experiment with all different types of yarn. Explore materials, practice using new tools, or discover something unexpected about the
Program details
Wrap it! Pull it! Tie it! Experiment with all different types of yarn.
Explore materials, practice using new tools, or discover something unexpected about the way things work. Enjoy STEAM activities designed specially to support toddlers’ natural curiosity about the world. Activity changes monthly.
Time
January 21, 2026 10:30 am - 12:30 pm(GMT-05:00)
Location
The Common, 2nd floor
Program details
Use laser cut designs to practice your weaving and embroidery skills. The STEAM Lab typically closes for one hour between 11:30am and
Program details
Use laser cut designs to practice your weaving and embroidery skills.
The STEAM Lab typically closes for one hour between 11:30am and 1:30pm. Please check with staff in the Museum for details.
Time
January 22, 2026 9:00 am(GMT-05:00)
Program details
Try this easy and fun way to create colorful line drawings using oil pastels and a transfer technique that “magically” reveals a rainbow of colors.
Program details
Try this easy and fun way to create colorful line drawings using oil pastels and a transfer technique that “magically” reveals a rainbow of colors.
The Art Lab typically closes for one hour between 11:30am and 1:30pm. Please check with staff in the Museum for details.
Time
January 22, 2026 9:00 am(GMT-05:00)
Location
Art Lab, 2nd floor
Program details
Water is all around us! It can look like rain, snow, or ice. Come explore painting with water and observe the marks water leaves behind.
Program details
Water is all around us! It can look like rain, snow, or ice. Come explore painting with water and observe the marks water leaves behind. How will water inspire you?
Be curious and make new discoveries as you step into school. Play is one of the best ways to build school readiness skills! Activity changes monthly.
Time
January 22, 2026 10:30 am - 11:30 am(GMT-05:00)
Location
Countdown to Kindergarten, 2nd floor
Program details
Use laser cut designs to practice your weaving and embroidery skills. The STEAM Lab typically closes for one hour between 11:30am and
Program details
Use laser cut designs to practice your weaving and embroidery skills.
The STEAM Lab typically closes for one hour between 11:30am and 1:30pm. Please check with staff in the Museum for details.
Time
January 23, 2026 9:00 am(GMT-05:00)
Program details
Try this easy and fun way to create colorful line drawings using oil pastels and a transfer technique that “magically” reveals a rainbow of colors.
Program details
Try this easy and fun way to create colorful line drawings using oil pastels and a transfer technique that “magically” reveals a rainbow of colors.
The Art Lab typically closes for one hour between 11:30am and 1:30pm. Please check with staff in the Museum for details.
Time
January 23, 2026 9:00 am(GMT-05:00)
Location
Art Lab, 2nd floor
Program details
Try this easy and fun way to create colorful line drawings using oil pastels and a transfer technique that “magically” reveals a rainbow of colors.
Program details
Try this easy and fun way to create colorful line drawings using oil pastels and a transfer technique that “magically” reveals a rainbow of colors.
The Art Lab typically closes for one hour between 11:30am and 1:30pm. Please check with staff in the Museum for details.
Time
January 24, 2026 9:00 am(GMT-05:00)
Location
Art Lab, 2nd floor
Program details
Using a paper plate as a base, add obstacles made from cardboard, straws and pipe cleaners to create your own sculpture for a marble to
Program details
Using a paper plate as a base, add obstacles made from cardboard, straws and pipe cleaners to create your own sculpture for a marble to ride through.
This workshop is for visitors ages 6+ and their grown-ups. Space is limited – please sign up in front of the STEAM Lab.
Time
January 24, 2026 10:00 am - 10:45 am(GMT-05:00)
Location
STEAM Lab, 2nd floor
Program details
Using a paper plate as a base, add obstacles made from cardboard, straws and pipe cleaners to create your own sculpture for a marble to
Program details
Using a paper plate as a base, add obstacles made from cardboard, straws and pipe cleaners to create your own sculpture for a marble to ride through.
This workshop is for visitors ages 6+ and their grown-ups. Space is limited – please sign up in front of the STEAM Lab.
Time
January 24, 2026 11:00 am - 11:45 am(GMT-05:00)
Location
STEAM Lab, 2nd floor
Program details
Using a paper plate as a base, add obstacles made from cardboard, straws and pipe cleaners to create your own sculpture for a marble to
Program details
Using a paper plate as a base, add obstacles made from cardboard, straws and pipe cleaners to create your own sculpture for a marble to ride through.
This workshop is for visitors ages 6+ and their grown-ups. Space is limited – please sign up in front of the STEAM Lab.
Time
January 24, 2026 2:00 pm - 2:45 pm(GMT-05:00)
Location
STEAM Lab, 2nd floor
Program details
Using a paper plate as a base, add obstacles made from cardboard, straws and pipe cleaners to create your own sculpture for a marble to
Program details
Using a paper plate as a base, add obstacles made from cardboard, straws and pipe cleaners to create your own sculpture for a marble to ride through.
This workshop is for visitors ages 6+ and their grown-ups. Space is limited – please sign up in front of the STEAM Lab.
Time
January 24, 2026 3:00 pm - 3:45 pm(GMT-05:00)
Location
STEAM Lab, 2nd floor
Program details
Using a paper plate as a base, add obstacles made from cardboard, straws and pipe cleaners to create your own sculpture for a marble to
Program details
Using a paper plate as a base, add obstacles made from cardboard, straws and pipe cleaners to create your own sculpture for a marble to ride through.
This workshop is for visitors ages 6+ and their grown-ups. Space is limited – please sign up in front of the STEAM Lab.
Time
January 25, 2026 10:00 am - 10:45 am(GMT-05:00)
Location
STEAM Lab, 2nd floor
Program details
Program details

Due to inclement weather, some programs may change or be canceled without notice.
Join us for Oshogatsu 2026, the celebration of the Japanese New Year! Enjoy lively programs featuring Taiko drumming, Shishimai lion dance, Omikuji fortunes, and a variety of other exciting activities.
Visit the Japanese House exhibit—an authentic Kyoto home from the 1800s located on the Museum’s third floor to view special New Year’s decorations. Come together to welcome the Year of the Horse!
Exhibitions and Special Displays for Oshogatsu 2026
New Year’s Decorations in Kyo-no-Machiya 京の町家 (Japanese House, 3rd floor)
Visit the authentic house from Kyoto, Japan – Boston’s sister city. Enjoy the traditional Japanese New Year’s decorations around the house. See the sign in front of the exhibit for opening hours
Trees Make Happiness 2 (The Japanese House Gallery. 3rd floor)
Enjoy an art exhibition exploring life, happiness, and the natural world through the eyes of Japanese student artists. See the sign in front of the exhibit for opening hours. The Japanese House Gallery is only available when the Japanese House exhibit is open.
The Japanese Calligraphy Art Scrolls Display (Lobby, 1st floor)
Experience special New Year’s calligraphy! Shodo—Japanese calligraphy—is more than just writing; it’s an art form. Enjoy the expressive brushwork and vibrant energy of the artist.
Celebrating Local Students: Nengajo Contest 2026 (The Common, 2nd floor)
Look at the New Year’s cards on display, the winning artworks of the 2026 Nengajo Contest, organized by the Consulate General of Japan in Boston.
Programs & Activities
Celebrate Oshogatsu and Welcome Good Fortune in the New Year!
10:00 – 12:00 (2nd and 3rd floor bridge)
Enjoy various hands-on activities, including – Omikuji, Daruma, and more!
Mihoko Textiles – Hands-on Weaving Experience Workshop with Mihoko Wakabayashi
10:10 – 11:00, 11:20 – 12:10, & 1:15 – 2:05 (Art Lab, 2nd floor)
Join Mihoko Wakabayashi, Japanese-born textile artist, for a 50-minute workshop. Try a Japanese weaving technique and create your own fabric.
VERY limited space is available. Please sign up in front of the Art Lab.
This workshop is for visitors ages 6+ and their grown-ups.
Shishimai Lion Dance by Steve & Ako
11:30 – 11:45 (The Japanese House, 3rd floor)
1:50 – 2:10 (The Common, 2nd floor)
The Japanese Shishimai lion is believed to bring good luck. Enjoy this lively performance by Steve and Ako, trained by Senoh-sensei of the historic Edo Daikagura Group. Let the Shishi lion nibble your head for good luck! The performance that starts at 1:50 will include a fun parade!
Taiko Drumming by Odaiko New England
1:30 – 1:50 (The Common, 2nd floor)
Taiko, or Wa-daiko, means “Japanese drums.” Their exciting rhythms energize festivals and bring people together. Experience the powerful beats and dynamic movements of Odaiko New England as we welcome the new year!
New Year’s Greeting & Mochitsuki Rice Pounding Ceremony
2:10 – 3:00 (The Common, 2nd floor)
Pounding rice to make mochi is an important community gathering in Japan. It’s a time to appreciate the food we have and to wish for a prosperous New Year as everyone comes together to share mochi rice cakes. Join us for our community mochi pounding ceremony, and don’t forget to shout “Yoisho!” as we pound the rice!
Boston Children’s Museum extends heartfelt thanks to our community partners, supporters, and collaborators,
The Consulate General of Japan in Boston
Japan Society of Boston
Japanese Language School of Greater Boston
Showa Boston Institute
Urasenke Boston
Japan Program Volunteers
Friends of the Japan Program at Boston Children’s Museum

This event is supported by the Oda Japan Endowment Fund & the Pucker Family Grant.
Time
January 25, 2026 10:00 am - 12:00 pm(GMT-05:00)
Location
Museum
Program details
Using a paper plate as a base, add obstacles made from cardboard, straws and pipe cleaners to create your own sculpture for a marble to
Program details
Using a paper plate as a base, add obstacles made from cardboard, straws and pipe cleaners to create your own sculpture for a marble to ride through.
This workshop is for visitors ages 6+ and their grown-ups. Space is limited – please sign up in front of the STEAM Lab.
Time
January 25, 2026 11:00 am - 11:45 am(GMT-05:00)
Location
STEAM Lab, 2nd floor
Program details
Try this easy and fun way to create colorful line drawings using oil pastels and a transfer technique that “magically” reveals a rainbow of colors.
Program details
Try this easy and fun way to create colorful line drawings using oil pastels and a transfer technique that “magically” reveals a rainbow of colors.
The Art Lab typically closes for one hour between 11:30am and 1:30pm. Please check with staff in the Museum for details.
Time
January 28, 2026 9:00 am(GMT-05:00)
Location
Art Lab, 2nd floor
Program details
Use laser cut designs to practice your weaving and embroidery skills. The STEAM Lab typically closes for one hour between 11:30am and
Program details
Use laser cut designs to practice your weaving and embroidery skills.
The STEAM Lab typically closes for one hour between 11:30am and 1:30pm. Please check with staff in the Museum for details.
Time
January 28, 2026 9:00 am(GMT-05:00)
Program details
Wrap it! Pull it! Tie it! Experiment with all different types of yarn. Explore materials, practice using new tools, or discover something unexpected about the
Program details
Wrap it! Pull it! Tie it! Experiment with all different types of yarn.
Explore materials, practice using new tools, or discover something unexpected about the way things work. Enjoy STEAM activities designed specially to support toddlers’ natural curiosity about the world. Activity changes monthly.
Time
January 28, 2026 10:30 am - 12:30 pm(GMT-05:00)
Location
The Common, 2nd floor
Program details
Use laser cut designs to practice your weaving and embroidery skills. The STEAM Lab typically closes for one hour between 11:30am and
Program details
Use laser cut designs to practice your weaving and embroidery skills.
The STEAM Lab typically closes for one hour between 11:30am and 1:30pm. Please check with staff in the Museum for details.
Time
January 29, 2026 9:00 am(GMT-05:00)
Program details
Try this easy and fun way to create colorful line drawings using oil pastels and a transfer technique that “magically” reveals a rainbow of colors.
Program details
Try this easy and fun way to create colorful line drawings using oil pastels and a transfer technique that “magically” reveals a rainbow of colors.
The Art Lab typically closes for one hour between 11:30am and 1:30pm. Please check with staff in the Museum for details.
Time
January 29, 2026 9:00 am(GMT-05:00)
Location
Art Lab, 2nd floor
Program details
Water is all around us! It can look like rain, snow, or ice. Come explore painting with water and observe the marks water leaves behind.
Program details
Water is all around us! It can look like rain, snow, or ice. Come explore painting with water and observe the marks water leaves behind. How will water inspire you?
Be curious and make new discoveries as you step into school. Play is one of the best ways to build school readiness skills! Activity changes monthly.
Time
January 29, 2026 10:30 am - 11:30 am(GMT-05:00)
Location
Countdown to Kindergarten, 2nd floor
Program details
Try this easy and fun way to create colorful line drawings using oil pastels and a transfer technique that “magically” reveals a rainbow of colors.
Program details
Try this easy and fun way to create colorful line drawings using oil pastels and a transfer technique that “magically” reveals a rainbow of colors.
The Art Lab typically closes for one hour between 11:30am and 1:30pm. Please check with staff in the Museum for details.
Time
January 30, 2026 9:00 am(GMT-05:00)
Location
Art Lab, 2nd floor
Program details
Use laser cut designs to practice your weaving and embroidery skills. The STEAM Lab typically closes for one hour between 11:30am and
Program details
Use laser cut designs to practice your weaving and embroidery skills.
The STEAM Lab typically closes for one hour between 11:30am and 1:30pm. Please check with staff in the Museum for details.
Time
January 30, 2026 9:00 am(GMT-05:00)
Program details
Explore feelings and ways to express them! Understanding themselves is an important piece of the building blocks that help children develop empathy as they grow.
Program details
Explore feelings and ways to express them! Understanding themselves is an important piece of the building blocks that help children develop empathy as they grow. Empathy is the ability to imagine and understand the emotions of others, which helps children be kind and care about others.
Time
January 30, 2026 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm(GMT-05:00)
Location
The Gallery, 2nd floor
Program details
Try this easy and fun way to create colorful line drawings using oil pastels and a transfer technique that “magically” reveals a rainbow of colors.
Program details
Try this easy and fun way to create colorful line drawings using oil pastels and a transfer technique that “magically” reveals a rainbow of colors.
The Art Lab typically closes for one hour between 11:30am and 1:30pm. Please check with staff in the Museum for details.
Time
January 31, 2026 9:00 am(GMT-05:00)
Location
Art Lab, 2nd floor
Program details
Use laser cut designs to practice your weaving and embroidery skills. The STEAM Lab typically closes for one hour between 11:30am and
Program details
Use laser cut designs to practice your weaving and embroidery skills.
The STEAM Lab typically closes for one hour between 11:30am and 1:30pm. Please check with staff in the Museum for details.
Time
January 31, 2026 9:00 am(GMT-05:00)
February
Program details
Try this easy and fun way to create colorful line drawings using oil pastels and a transfer technique that “magically” reveals a rainbow of colors.
Program details
Try this easy and fun way to create colorful line drawings using oil pastels and a transfer technique that “magically” reveals a rainbow of colors.
The Art Lab typically closes for one hour between 11:30am and 1:30pm. Please check with staff in the Museum for details.
Time
February 1, 2026 9:00 am(GMT-05:00)
Location
Art Lab, 2nd floor
Program details
Use laser cut designs to practice your weaving and embroidery skills. The STEAM Lab typically closes for one hour between 11:30am and
Program details
Use laser cut designs to practice your weaving and embroidery skills.
The STEAM Lab typically closes for one hour between 11:30am and 1:30pm. Please check with staff in the Museum for details.
Time
February 1, 2026 9:00 am(GMT-05:00)
Program details
Try this easy and fun way to create colorful line drawings using oil pastels and a transfer technique that “magically” reveals a rainbow of colors.
Program details
Try this easy and fun way to create colorful line drawings using oil pastels and a transfer technique that “magically” reveals a rainbow of colors.
The Art Lab typically closes for one hour between 11:30am and 1:30pm. Please check with staff in the Museum for details.
Time
February 2, 2026 9:00 am(GMT-05:00)
Location
Art Lab, 2nd floor
Program details
Use laser cut designs to practice your weaving and embroidery skills. The STEAM Lab typically closes for one hour between 11:30am and
Program details
Use laser cut designs to practice your weaving and embroidery skills.
The STEAM Lab typically closes for one hour between 11:30am and 1:30pm. Please check with staff in the Museum for details.
Time
February 2, 2026 9:00 am(GMT-05:00)
Program details
Use laser cut designs to practice your weaving and embroidery skills. The STEAM Lab typically closes for one hour between 11:30am and
Program details
Use laser cut designs to practice your weaving and embroidery skills.
The STEAM Lab typically closes for one hour between 11:30am and 1:30pm. Please check with staff in the Museum for details.
Time
February 4, 2026 9:00 am(GMT-05:00)
Program details
Choose a drawing prompt and create a creature or character inspired by the real world or your own imagination! The Art Lab typically closes for
Program details
Choose a drawing prompt and create a creature or character inspired by the real world or your own imagination!
The Art Lab typically closes for one hour between 11:30am and 1:30pm. Please check with staff in the Museum for details.
Time
February 4, 2026 9:00 am(GMT-05:00)
Location
Art Lab, 2nd floor
Program details
Play with our homemade snow dough. Touch it, smash it, crumble it, and even roll it into a snowball! Explore materials, practice using new tools, and discover something
Program details
Play with our homemade snow dough. Touch it, smash it, crumble it, and even roll it into a snowball! Explore materials, practice using new tools, and discover something unexpected about the way things work.
Explore materials, practice using new tools, or discover something unexpected about the way things work. Enjoy STEAM activities designed specially to support toddlers’ natural curiosity about the world. Activity changes monthly.
Time
February 4, 2026 10:30 am - 12:30 pm(GMT-05:00)
Location
The Common, 2nd floor
Program details
Use laser cut designs to practice your weaving and embroidery skills. The STEAM Lab typically closes for one hour between 11:30am and
Program details
Use laser cut designs to practice your weaving and embroidery skills.
The STEAM Lab typically closes for one hour between 11:30am and 1:30pm. Please check with staff in the Museum for details.
Time
February 5, 2026 9:00 am(GMT-05:00)
Program details
Choose a drawing prompt and create a creature or character inspired by the real world or your own imagination! The Art Lab typically closes for
Program details
Choose a drawing prompt and create a creature or character inspired by the real world or your own imagination!
The Art Lab typically closes for one hour between 11:30am and 1:30pm. Please check with staff in the Museum for details.
Time
February 5, 2026 9:00 am(GMT-05:00)
Location
Art Lab, 2nd floor
Program details
Water is all around us! It can look like rain, snow, or ice. Come explore painting with water and observe the marks water leaves behind.
Program details
Water is all around us! It can look like rain, snow, or ice. Come explore painting with water and observe the marks water leaves behind. How will water inspire you?
Be curious and make new discoveries as you step into school. Play is one of the best ways to build school readiness skills! Activity changes monthly.
Time
February 5, 2026 10:30 am - 11:30 am(GMT-05:00)
Location
Countdown to Kindergarten, 2nd floor
Program details
Choose a drawing prompt and create a creature or character inspired by the real world or your own imagination! The Art Lab typically closes for
Program details
Choose a drawing prompt and create a creature or character inspired by the real world or your own imagination!
The Art Lab typically closes for one hour between 11:30am and 1:30pm. Please check with staff in the Museum for details.
Time
February 6, 2026 9:00 am(GMT-05:00)
Location
Art Lab, 2nd floor
Program details
Use laser cut designs to practice your weaving and embroidery skills. The STEAM Lab typically closes for one hour between 11:30am and
Program details
Use laser cut designs to practice your weaving and embroidery skills.
The STEAM Lab typically closes for one hour between 11:30am and 1:30pm. Please check with staff in the Museum for details.
Time
February 6, 2026 9:00 am(GMT-05:00)
Program details
Choose a drawing prompt and create a creature or character inspired by the real world or your own imagination! The Art Lab typically closes for
Program details
Choose a drawing prompt and create a creature or character inspired by the real world or your own imagination!
The Art Lab typically closes for one hour between 11:30am and 1:30pm. Please check with staff in the Museum for details.
Time
February 7, 2026 10:00 am(GMT-05:00)
Location
Art Lab, 2nd floor
Program details
Use laser cut designs to practice your weaving and embroidery skills. The STEAM Lab typically closes for one hour between 11:30am and
Program details
Use laser cut designs to practice your weaving and embroidery skills.
The STEAM Lab typically closes for one hour between 11:30am and 1:30pm. Please check with staff in the Museum for details.
Time
February 7, 2026 10:00 am(GMT-05:00)
Program details
Use laser cut designs to practice your weaving and embroidery skills. The STEAM Lab typically closes for one hour between 11:30am and
Program details
Use laser cut designs to practice your weaving and embroidery skills.
The STEAM Lab typically closes for one hour between 11:30am and 1:30pm. Please check with staff in the Museum for details.
Time
February 8, 2026 9:00 am(GMT-05:00)
Program details
Choose a drawing prompt and create a creature or character inspired by the real world or your own imagination! The Art Lab typically closes for
Program details
Choose a drawing prompt and create a creature or character inspired by the real world or your own imagination!
The Art Lab typically closes for one hour between 11:30am and 1:30pm. Please check with staff in the Museum for details.
Time
February 8, 2026 9:00 am(GMT-05:00)
Location
Art Lab, 2nd floor
Program details
Choose a drawing prompt and create a creature or character inspired by the real world or your own imagination! The Art Lab typically closes for
Program details
Choose a drawing prompt and create a creature or character inspired by the real world or your own imagination!
The Art Lab typically closes for one hour between 11:30am and 1:30pm. Please check with staff in the Museum for details.
Time
February 9, 2026 9:00 am(GMT-05:00)
Location
Art Lab, 2nd floor
Program details
Use laser cut designs to practice your weaving and embroidery skills. The STEAM Lab typically closes for one hour between 11:30am and
Program details
Use laser cut designs to practice your weaving and embroidery skills.
The STEAM Lab typically closes for one hour between 11:30am and 1:30pm. Please check with staff in the Museum for details.
Time
February 9, 2026 9:00 am(GMT-05:00)
Program details
Create and build whatever you imagine using Strictly Briks! The STEAM Lab typically closes for one hour between 11:30am and 1:30pm. Please
Program details
Create and build whatever you imagine using Strictly Briks!
The STEAM Lab typically closes for one hour between 11:30am and 1:30pm. Please check with staff in the Museum for details.
Time
February 11, 2026 9:00 am(GMT-05:00)
Program details
Choose a drawing prompt and create a creature or character inspired by the real world or your own imagination! The Art Lab typically closes for
Program details
Choose a drawing prompt and create a creature or character inspired by the real world or your own imagination!
The Art Lab typically closes for one hour between 11:30am and 1:30pm. Please check with staff in the Museum for details.
Time
February 11, 2026 9:00 am(GMT-05:00)
Location
Art Lab, 2nd floor
Program details
Play with our homemade snow dough. Touch it, smash it, crumble it, and even roll it into a snowball! Explore materials, practice using new tools, and discover something
Program details
Play with our homemade snow dough. Touch it, smash it, crumble it, and even roll it into a snowball! Explore materials, practice using new tools, and discover something unexpected about the way things work.
Explore materials, practice using new tools, or discover something unexpected about the way things work. Enjoy STEAM activities designed specially to support toddlers’ natural curiosity about the world. Activity changes monthly.
Time
February 11, 2026 10:30 am - 12:30 pm(GMT-05:00)
Location
The Common, 2nd floor
Program details
Choose a drawing prompt and create a creature or character inspired by the real world or your own imagination! The Art Lab typically closes for
Program details
Choose a drawing prompt and create a creature or character inspired by the real world or your own imagination!
The Art Lab typically closes for one hour between 11:30am and 1:30pm. Please check with staff in the Museum for details.
Time
February 12, 2026 9:00 am(GMT-05:00)
Location
Art Lab, 2nd floor
Program details
Create and build whatever you imagine using Strictly Briks! The STEAM Lab typically closes for one hour between 11:30am and 1:30pm. Please
Program details
Create and build whatever you imagine using Strictly Briks!
The STEAM Lab typically closes for one hour between 11:30am and 1:30pm. Please check with staff in the Museum for details.
Time
February 12, 2026 9:00 am(GMT-05:00)
Program details
Water is all around us! It can look like rain, snow, or ice. Come explore painting with water and observe the marks water leaves behind.
Program details
Water is all around us! It can look like rain, snow, or ice. Come explore painting with water and observe the marks water leaves behind. How will water inspire you?
Be curious and make new discoveries as you step into school. Play is one of the best ways to build school readiness skills! Activity changes monthly.
Time
February 12, 2026 10:30 am - 11:30 am(GMT-05:00)
Location
Countdown to Kindergarten, 2nd floor
Program details
Create and build whatever you imagine using Strictly Briks! The STEAM Lab typically closes for one hour between 11:30am and 1:30pm. Please
Program details
Create and build whatever you imagine using Strictly Briks!
The STEAM Lab typically closes for one hour between 11:30am and 1:30pm. Please check with staff in the Museum for details.
Time
February 13, 2026 9:00 am(GMT-05:00)
Program details
Choose a drawing prompt and create a creature or character inspired by the real world or your own imagination! The Art Lab typically closes for
Program details
Choose a drawing prompt and create a creature or character inspired by the real world or your own imagination!
The Art Lab typically closes for one hour between 11:30am and 1:30pm. Please check with staff in the Museum for details.
Time
February 13, 2026 9:00 am(GMT-05:00)
Location
Art Lab, 2nd floor
Program details
Explore feelings and ways to express them! Understanding themselves is an important piece of the building blocks that help children develop empathy as they grow.
Program details
Explore feelings and ways to express them! Understanding themselves is an important piece of the building blocks that help children develop empathy as they grow. Empathy is the ability to imagine and understand the emotions of others, which helps children be kind and care about others.
Time
February 13, 2026 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm(GMT-05:00)
Location
The Gallery, 2nd floor
Program details
Choose a drawing prompt and create a creature or character inspired by the real world or your own imagination! The Art Lab typically closes for
Program details
Choose a drawing prompt and create a creature or character inspired by the real world or your own imagination!
The Art Lab typically closes for one hour between 11:30am and 1:30pm. Please check with staff in the Museum for details.
Time
February 14, 2026 9:00 am(GMT-05:00)
Location
Art Lab, 2nd floor
Program details
Create and build whatever you imagine using Strictly Briks! The STEAM Lab typically closes for one hour between 11:30am and 1:30pm. Please
Program details
Create and build whatever you imagine using Strictly Briks!
The STEAM Lab typically closes for one hour between 11:30am and 1:30pm. Please check with staff in the Museum for details.
Time
February 14, 2026 9:00 am(GMT-05:00)
Program details
Create and build whatever you imagine using Strictly Briks! The STEAM Lab typically closes for one hour between 11:30am and 1:30pm. Please
Program details
Create and build whatever you imagine using Strictly Briks!
The STEAM Lab typically closes for one hour between 11:30am and 1:30pm. Please check with staff in the Museum for details.
Time
February 15, 2026 9:00 am(GMT-05:00)
Program details
Choose a drawing prompt and create a creature or character inspired by the real world or your own imagination! The Art Lab typically closes for
Program details
Choose a drawing prompt and create a creature or character inspired by the real world or your own imagination!
The Art Lab typically closes for one hour between 11:30am and 1:30pm. Please check with staff in the Museum for details.
Time
February 15, 2026 9:00 am(GMT-05:00)
Location
Art Lab, 2nd floor
Program details
Choose a drawing prompt and create a creature or character inspired by the real world or your own imagination! The Art Lab typically closes for
Program details
Choose a drawing prompt and create a creature or character inspired by the real world or your own imagination!
The Art Lab typically closes for one hour between 11:30am and 1:30pm. Please check with staff in the Museum for details.
Time
February 16, 2026 9:00 am(GMT-05:00)
Location
Art Lab, 2nd floor
Program details
Create and build whatever you imagine using Strictly Briks! The STEAM Lab typically closes for one hour between 11:30am and 1:30pm. Please
Program details
Create and build whatever you imagine using Strictly Briks!
The STEAM Lab typically closes for one hour between 11:30am and 1:30pm. Please check with staff in the Museum for details.
Time
February 16, 2026 9:00 am(GMT-05:00)
Program details
Engineers work with others to solve problems for people, communities, and animals. Be an engineer as you try various activities and challenges throughout the
Program details
Engineers work with others to solve problems for people, communities, and animals. Be an engineer as you try various activities and challenges throughout the February vacation week that you can explore, create, test and try again!
Time
February 16, 2026 9:30 am - 3:30 pm(GMT-05:00)
Location
The Common, 2nd floor
Program details
Choose a drawing prompt and create a creature or character inspired by the real world or your own imagination! The Art Lab typically closes for
Program details
Choose a drawing prompt and create a creature or character inspired by the real world or your own imagination!
The Art Lab typically closes for one hour between 11:30am and 1:30pm. Please check with staff in the Museum for details.
Time
February 17, 2026 9:00 am(GMT-05:00)
Location
Art Lab, 2nd floor
Program details
Create and build whatever you imagine using Strictly Briks! The STEAM Lab typically closes for one hour between 11:30am and 1:30pm. Please
Program details
Create and build whatever you imagine using Strictly Briks!
The STEAM Lab typically closes for one hour between 11:30am and 1:30pm. Please check with staff in the Museum for details.
Time
February 17, 2026 9:00 am(GMT-05:00)
Program details
Engineers work with others to solve problems for people, communities, and animals. Be an engineer as you try various activities and challenges throughout the
Program details
Engineers work with others to solve problems for people, communities, and animals. Be an engineer as you try various activities and challenges throughout the February vacation week that you can explore, create, test and try again!
Time
February 17, 2026 9:30 am - 3:30 pm(GMT-05:00)
Location
The Common, 2nd floor
Program details
Choose a drawing prompt and create a creature or character inspired by the real world or your own imagination! The Art Lab typically closes for
Program details
Choose a drawing prompt and create a creature or character inspired by the real world or your own imagination!
The Art Lab typically closes for one hour between 11:30am and 1:30pm. Please check with staff in the Museum for details.
Time
February 18, 2026 9:00 am(GMT-05:00)
Location
Art Lab, 2nd floor
Program details
Create and build whatever you imagine using Strictly Briks! The STEAM Lab typically closes for one hour between 11:30am and 1:30pm. Please
Program details
Create and build whatever you imagine using Strictly Briks!
The STEAM Lab typically closes for one hour between 11:30am and 1:30pm. Please check with staff in the Museum for details.
Time
February 18, 2026 9:00 am(GMT-05:00)
Program details
Engineers work with others to solve problems for people, communities, and animals. Be an engineer as you try various activities and challenges throughout the
Program details
Engineers work with others to solve problems for people, communities, and animals. Be an engineer as you try various activities and challenges throughout the February vacation week that you can explore, create, test and try again!
Time
February 18, 2026 9:30 am - 3:30 pm(GMT-05:00)
Location
The Common, 2nd floor
Program details
Create and build whatever you imagine using Strictly Briks! The STEAM Lab typically closes for one hour between 11:30am and 1:30pm. Please
Program details
Create and build whatever you imagine using Strictly Briks!
The STEAM Lab typically closes for one hour between 11:30am and 1:30pm. Please check with staff in the Museum for details.
Time
February 19, 2026 9:00 am(GMT-05:00)
Program details
Choose a drawing prompt and create a creature or character inspired by the real world or your own imagination! The Art Lab typically closes for
Program details
Choose a drawing prompt and create a creature or character inspired by the real world or your own imagination!
The Art Lab typically closes for one hour between 11:30am and 1:30pm. Please check with staff in the Museum for details.
Time
February 19, 2026 9:00 am(GMT-05:00)
Location
Art Lab, 2nd floor
Program details
Engineers work with others to solve problems for people, communities, and animals. Be an engineer as you try various activities and challenges throughout the
Program details
Engineers work with others to solve problems for people, communities, and animals. Be an engineer as you try various activities and challenges throughout the February vacation week that you can explore, create, test and try again!
Time
February 19, 2026 9:30 am - 3:30 pm(GMT-05:00)
Location
The Common, 2nd floor
Program details
Choose a drawing prompt and create a creature or character inspired by the real world or your own imagination! The Art Lab typically closes for
Program details
Choose a drawing prompt and create a creature or character inspired by the real world or your own imagination!
The Art Lab typically closes for one hour between 11:30am and 1:30pm. Please check with staff in the Museum for details.
Time
February 20, 2026 9:00 am(GMT-05:00)
Location
Art Lab, 2nd floor
Program details
Create and build whatever you imagine using Strictly Briks! The STEAM Lab typically closes for one hour between 11:30am and 1:30pm. Please
Program details
Create and build whatever you imagine using Strictly Briks!
The STEAM Lab typically closes for one hour between 11:30am and 1:30pm. Please check with staff in the Museum for details.
Time
February 20, 2026 9:00 am(GMT-05:00)
Program details
Engineers work with others to solve problems for people, communities, and animals. Be an engineer as you try various activities and challenges throughout the
Program details
Engineers work with others to solve problems for people, communities, and animals. Be an engineer as you try various activities and challenges throughout the February vacation week that you can explore, create, test and try again!
Time
February 20, 2026 9:30 am - 3:30 pm(GMT-05:00)
Location
The Common, 2nd floor
Program details
Choose a drawing prompt and create a creature or character inspired by the real world or your own imagination! The Art Lab typically closes for
Program details
Choose a drawing prompt and create a creature or character inspired by the real world or your own imagination!
The Art Lab typically closes for one hour between 11:30am and 1:30pm. Please check with staff in the Museum for details.
Time
February 21, 2026 9:00 am(GMT-05:00)
Location
Art Lab, 2nd floor
Program details
Create and build whatever you imagine using Strictly Briks! The STEAM Lab typically closes for one hour between 11:30am and 1:30pm. Please
Program details
Create and build whatever you imagine using Strictly Briks!
The STEAM Lab typically closes for one hour between 11:30am and 1:30pm. Please check with staff in the Museum for details.
Time
February 21, 2026 9:00 am(GMT-05:00)
Program details
Engineers work with others to solve problems for people, communities, and animals. Be an engineer as you try various activities and challenges throughout the
Program details
Engineers work with others to solve problems for people, communities, and animals. Be an engineer as you try various activities and challenges throughout the February vacation week that you can explore, create, test and try again!
Time
February 21, 2026 9:30 am - 3:30 pm(GMT-05:00)
Location
The Common, 2nd floor
Program details
Choose a drawing prompt and create a creature or character inspired by the real world or your own imagination! The Art Lab typically closes for
Program details
Choose a drawing prompt and create a creature or character inspired by the real world or your own imagination!
The Art Lab typically closes for one hour between 11:30am and 1:30pm. Please check with staff in the Museum for details.
Time
February 22, 2026 9:00 am(GMT-05:00)
Location
Art Lab, 2nd floor
Program details
Create and build whatever you imagine using Strictly Briks! The STEAM Lab typically closes for one hour between 11:30am and 1:30pm. Please
Program details
Create and build whatever you imagine using Strictly Briks!
The STEAM Lab typically closes for one hour between 11:30am and 1:30pm. Please check with staff in the Museum for details.
Time
February 22, 2026 9:00 am(GMT-05:00)
Program details
Engineers work with others to solve problems for people, communities, and animals. Be an engineer as you try various activities and challenges throughout the
Program details
Engineers work with others to solve problems for people, communities, and animals. Be an engineer as you try various activities and challenges throughout the February vacation week that you can explore, create, test and try again!
Time
February 22, 2026 9:30 am - 3:30 pm(GMT-05:00)
Location
The Common, 2nd floor
Program details
Choose a drawing prompt and create a creature or character inspired by the real world or your own imagination! The Art Lab typically closes for
Program details
Choose a drawing prompt and create a creature or character inspired by the real world or your own imagination!
The Art Lab typically closes for one hour between 11:30am and 1:30pm. Please check with staff in the Museum for details.
Time
February 23, 2026 9:00 am(GMT-05:00)
Location
Art Lab, 2nd floor
Program details
Create and build whatever you imagine using Strictly Briks! The STEAM Lab typically closes for one hour between 11:30am and 1:30pm. Please
Program details
Create and build whatever you imagine using Strictly Briks!
The STEAM Lab typically closes for one hour between 11:30am and 1:30pm. Please check with staff in the Museum for details.
Time
February 23, 2026 9:00 am(GMT-05:00)
Program details
Create and build whatever you imagine using Strictly Briks! The STEAM Lab typically closes for one hour between 11:30am and 1:30pm. Please
Program details
Create and build whatever you imagine using Strictly Briks!
The STEAM Lab typically closes for one hour between 11:30am and 1:30pm. Please check with staff in the Museum for details.
Time
February 25, 2026 9:00 am(GMT-05:00)
Program details
Choose a drawing prompt and create a creature or character inspired by the real world or your own imagination! The Art Lab typically closes for
Program details
Choose a drawing prompt and create a creature or character inspired by the real world or your own imagination!
The Art Lab typically closes for one hour between 11:30am and 1:30pm. Please check with staff in the Museum for details.
Time
February 25, 2026 9:00 am(GMT-05:00)
Location
Art Lab, 2nd floor
Program details
Play with our homemade snow dough. Touch it, smash it, crumble it, and even roll it into a snowball! Explore materials, practice using new tools, and discover something
Program details
Play with our homemade snow dough. Touch it, smash it, crumble it, and even roll it into a snowball! Explore materials, practice using new tools, and discover something unexpected about the way things work.
Explore materials, practice using new tools, or discover something unexpected about the way things work. Enjoy STEAM activities designed specially to support toddlers’ natural curiosity about the world. Activity changes monthly.
Time
February 25, 2026 10:30 am - 12:30 pm(GMT-05:00)
Location
The Common, 2nd floor
Program details
Choose a drawing prompt and create a creature or character inspired by the real world or your own imagination! The Art Lab typically closes for
Program details
Choose a drawing prompt and create a creature or character inspired by the real world or your own imagination!
The Art Lab typically closes for one hour between 11:30am and 1:30pm. Please check with staff in the Museum for details.
Time
February 26, 2026 9:00 am(GMT-05:00)
Location
Art Lab, 2nd floor
Program details
Create and build whatever you imagine using Strictly Briks! The STEAM Lab typically closes for one hour between 11:30am and 1:30pm. Please
Program details
Create and build whatever you imagine using Strictly Briks!
The STEAM Lab typically closes for one hour between 11:30am and 1:30pm. Please check with staff in the Museum for details.
Time
February 26, 2026 9:00 am(GMT-05:00)
Program details
Create and build whatever you imagine using Strictly Briks! The STEAM Lab typically closes for one hour between 11:30am and 1:30pm. Please
Program details
Create and build whatever you imagine using Strictly Briks!
The STEAM Lab typically closes for one hour between 11:30am and 1:30pm. Please check with staff in the Museum for details.
Time
February 27, 2026 9:00 am(GMT-05:00)
Program details
Choose a drawing prompt and create a creature or character inspired by the real world or your own imagination! The Art Lab typically closes for
Program details
Choose a drawing prompt and create a creature or character inspired by the real world or your own imagination!
The Art Lab typically closes for one hour between 11:30am and 1:30pm. Please check with staff in the Museum for details.
Time
February 27, 2026 9:00 am(GMT-05:00)
Location
Art Lab, 2nd floor
Program details
Explore feelings and ways to express them! Understanding themselves is an important piece of the building blocks that help children develop empathy as they grow.
Program details
Explore feelings and ways to express them! Understanding themselves is an important piece of the building blocks that help children develop empathy as they grow. Empathy is the ability to imagine and understand the emotions of others, which helps children be kind and care about others.
Time
February 27, 2026 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm(GMT-05:00)
Location
The Gallery, 2nd floor
Program details
Choose a drawing prompt and create a creature or character inspired by the real world or your own imagination! The Art Lab typically closes for
Program details
Choose a drawing prompt and create a creature or character inspired by the real world or your own imagination!
The Art Lab typically closes for one hour between 11:30am and 1:30pm. Please check with staff in the Museum for details.
Time
February 28, 2026 9:00 am(GMT-05:00)
Location
Art Lab, 2nd floor
Program details
Explore the basics of robotics using LEGO. Build a robot that can push the “snow” away, and try your hand at programming it.
Program details
Explore the basics of robotics using LEGO. Build a robot that can push the “snow” away, and try your hand at programming it.
This workshop is for visitors ages 6+ and their grown-ups. Space is limited – please sign up in front of the STEAM Lab.
Time
February 28, 2026 10:00 am - 10:45 am(GMT-05:00)
Location
STEAM Lab, 2nd floor
Program details
Explore the basics of robotics using LEGO. Build a robot that can push the “snow” away, and try your hand at programming it.
Program details
Explore the basics of robotics using LEGO. Build a robot that can push the “snow” away, and try your hand at programming it.
This workshop is for visitors ages 6+ and their grown-ups. Space is limited – please sign up in front of the STEAM Lab.
Time
February 28, 2026 11:00 am - 11:45 am(GMT-05:00)
Location
STEAM Lab, 2nd floor
Program details
Explore the basics of robotics using LEGO. Build a robot that can push the “snow” away, and try your hand at programming it.
Program details
Explore the basics of robotics using LEGO. Build a robot that can push the “snow” away, and try your hand at programming it.
This workshop is for visitors ages 6+ and their grown-ups. Space is limited – please sign up in front of the STEAM Lab.
Time
February 28, 2026 2:00 pm - 2:45 pm(GMT-05:00)
Location
STEAM Lab, 2nd floor
Program details
Explore the basics of robotics using LEGO. Build a robot that can push the “snow” away, and try your hand at programming it.
Program details
Explore the basics of robotics using LEGO. Build a robot that can push the “snow” away, and try your hand at programming it.
This workshop is for visitors ages 6+ and their grown-ups. Space is limited – please sign up in front of the STEAM Lab.
Time
February 28, 2026 3:00 pm - 3:45 pm(GMT-05:00)
Location
STEAM Lab, 2nd floor
March
Program details
Choose a drawing prompt and create a creature or character inspired by the real world or your own imagination! The Art Lab typically closes for
Program details
Choose a drawing prompt and create a creature or character inspired by the real world or your own imagination!
The Art Lab typically closes for one hour between 11:30am and 1:30pm. Please check with staff in the Museum for details.
Time
March 1, 2026 9:00 am(GMT-05:00)
Location
Art Lab, 2nd floor
Program details
Explore the basics of robotics using LEGO. Build a robot that can push the “snow” away, and try your hand at programming it.
Program details
Explore the basics of robotics using LEGO. Build a robot that can push the “snow” away, and try your hand at programming it.
This workshop is for visitors ages 6+ and their grown-ups. Space is limited – please sign up in front of the STEAM Lab.
Time
March 1, 2026 10:00 am - 10:45 am(GMT-05:00)
Location
STEAM Lab, 2nd floor
Program details
Explore the basics of robotics using LEGO. Build a robot that can push the “snow” away, and try your hand at programming it.
Program details
Explore the basics of robotics using LEGO. Build a robot that can push the “snow” away, and try your hand at programming it.
This workshop is for visitors ages 6+ and their grown-ups. Space is limited – please sign up in front of the STEAM Lab.
Time
March 1, 2026 11:00 am - 11:45 am(GMT-05:00)
Location
STEAM Lab, 2nd floor
Program details
Explore the basics of robotics using LEGO. Build a robot that can push the “snow” away, and try your hand at programming it.
Program details
Explore the basics of robotics using LEGO. Build a robot that can push the “snow” away, and try your hand at programming it.
This workshop is for visitors ages 6+ and their grown-ups. Space is limited – please sign up in front of the STEAM Lab.
Time
March 1, 2026 2:00 pm - 2:45 pm(GMT-05:00)
Location
STEAM Lab, 2nd floor
Program details
Explore the basics of robotics using LEGO. Build a robot that can push the “snow” away, and try your hand at programming it.
Program details
Explore the basics of robotics using LEGO. Build a robot that can push the “snow” away, and try your hand at programming it.
This workshop is for visitors ages 6+ and their grown-ups. Space is limited – please sign up in front of the STEAM Lab.
Time
March 1, 2026 3:00 pm - 3:45 pm(GMT-05:00)
Location
STEAM Lab, 2nd floor
Program details
Create and build whatever you imagine using Strictly Briks! The STEAM Lab typically closes for one hour between 11:30am and 1:30pm. Please
Program details
Create and build whatever you imagine using Strictly Briks!
The STEAM Lab typically closes for one hour between 11:30am and 1:30pm. Please check with staff in the Museum for details.
Time
March 2, 2026 9:00 am(GMT-05:00)
Program details
Choose a drawing prompt and create a creature or character inspired by the real world or your own imagination! The Art Lab typically closes for
Program details
Choose a drawing prompt and create a creature or character inspired by the real world or your own imagination!
The Art Lab typically closes for one hour between 11:30am and 1:30pm. Please check with staff in the Museum for details.
Time
March 2, 2026 9:00 am(GMT-05:00)
Location
Art Lab, 2nd floor