Splash Pad Open
2026-05-02 - 2026-07-26 | Mississippi Children’s Museum, 2145 Museum Boulevard, Jackson, Mississippi, 39202
Splash Pad Open
Our Splash Pad will be open for play May 2 – September 6!
Come beat the heat on MCM’s Splash Pad this summer! This experience is located on the C Spire plaza in front of the museum, and is free and open to the public.
Please note the Splash Pad hours below…
Hours: May 2 – July 26
Weather Permitting:

1pm – 6pm: Sunday
10am – 5pm: Tuesday – Saturday
10am – 5pm: Magic Mondays in June and July

Closed on Memorial Day
Hours: August 1 – SEPTEMBER 6
Weather Permitting:

10am – 5pm: Saturday
1pm – 6pm: Sunday

Splash Pad Rules:

Use of Splash Pad is at your own risk.
Parental or Guardian supervision is required at all times.
No glass allowed.
No running or pushing down.
Do not carry mud, dirt, or sand onto the Splash Pad.
No pets allowed.
Please wear appropriate swimwear. Under garments and diapers must be covered.
Swimwear, Diaper Covers, and Splash Pad accessories located inside MCM Trading Post.
Do not change diapers on the Splash Pad.
Restrooms are located inside MCM.

Please remember to bring a towel and dry clothes for entry to the museum. Museum admission is not required to play on Splash Pad.
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Story to Stage: America250
2026-05-15 - 2026-08-15
SUMMER EXHIBIT
Open May 15 – August 15
Story to Stage is open this summer at the Mississippi Children’s Museum – Meridian! Designed to inspire young learners through storytelling, history, and interactive exploration, the exhibit celebrates America’s 250th birthday while engaging children and families in meaningful, hands-on learning experiences. Discover the American themes of bravery, freedom, home, citizenship, and generosity and perform American stories in new ways on stage!
The museum will be closed on May 25.

Free for Members | $10/Person for Non-Members
Tickets Available Online or At the Door
Access to Summer Exhibit is included in General Admission Ticket

SPECIAL EVENTS

May 14: Member Preview Night

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Emotions At Play Summer Exhibit
2026-05-23 - 2026-09-06 | Mississippi Children’s Museum, 2145 Museum Boulevard, Jackson, Mississippi, 39202
Emotions at Play with Pixar’s Inside Out
SUMMER EXHIBIT
Open May 23 – Sept. 6
Emotions at Play with Pixar’s Inside Out is open this summer at the Mississippi Children’s Museum! This interactive exhibit invites visitors of all ages to explore the important roles that emotions, memory, and imagination play in our everyday lives. Experience the five core emotions—joy, sadness, anger, disgust, and fear—through hands-on activities inspired by the film, like the Control Panel, Dream Production Studio, and more!
The museum will be closed on May 25.

Free for Members | $13/Person for Non-Members
Tickets Available Online or At the Door
Access to Summer Exhibit is included in General Admission Ticket

SPECIAL EVENTS

May 21: Member Preview Night
June 4: Inside Out Movie Screening at Fondren Yard
June 20: Joy In Motion
July 11: Peaceful Play Day
August 22: Big Feelings, Brave Hearts

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Sensory Friendly Hours
2026-05-24 11:00 - 13:00 (America/Chicago) | Mississippi Children’s Museum, 2145 Museum Boulevard, Jackson, Mississippi, 39202
Sensory Friendly Hours
Join the Mississippi Children’s Museum for Sensory Friendly Hours on the 4th Sunday of every month from 11am – 1pm! This is an exclusive time designed for children with sensory difficulties. Children and their caregivers can experience the museum in a new light with reduced stimuli and Sensory Inclusive Certified staff.
During your visit, you can expect:

Reduced crowds, lighting, and sounds
Sensory Kits & maps to help you navigate potentially over-stimulating exhibits
Sensory Inclusive Certified staff by KultureCity

Please contact MCM’s Director of Education and Programs, Monique Ealey, at monique@mcm.ms to learn more.
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Art Smart
2026-05-24 14:00 - 14:30 | MCM, 2145 Museum Boulevard, Jackson, MS, 39202, United States
Art Smart
Bring your little artist to the museum every Sunday at 2:00pm for Art Smart! This program suctions as a mini art class, where we will spend each week building onto the skills we learned in past programs. Join us as we break down the basics of sketching, drawing, painting, color theory, and more!
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Rocky's Book Club
2026-05-24 14:00 - 14:30 | MCM-Meridian, 403 22nd Avenue, Meridian, MS, 39301, United States
Rocky’s Book Club

Have you met the beloved Talk From the Start mascot and literacy advocate, Rocky the Reader? He’s a jolly pup who loves to read, play literacy games, and travel! Join us every morning, Wednesday – Sunday, for Rocky’s Book Club as we read some of Rocky’s favorite books for children 0-5+ years old.
