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Winter Wonderland Join us November 22 - January 4 for our special holiday exhibit, Winter Wonderland! Explore festive crafts, glide across the Snowflake Village in your socks, and join a reindeer workshop. Write your very own letter to Santa and catch a special visit with him too! With fun and surprises around every corner, there’s Read more... 
Journey to the North Pole Join us November 23 - January 4 for our special holiday exhibit, Journey to the North Pole! Drawing inspiration from lessons in navigation and geography along with traditional holiday literature, Journey to the North Pole transforms the Gertrude C. Ford Exhibition Hall into a magical winter village of twinkling lights and train Read more... 
BLACK FRIDAY SALE Shop in store to enjoy discounted merchandise at the MCM-M Trading Post on November 28 – 30! Monday – Saturday Hours: 9:00am – 5:00pm Sunday Hours: 1:00pm – 6:00pm Closed on Thanksgiving Day Museum admission not required to shop
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SUNDAY Sale Shop in store to enjoy 25% off select items at the MCM Trading Post on November 30th! Monday - Saturday Hours: 9:00am - 5:00pm Sunday Hours: 1:00pm - 6:00pm Closed on Thanksgiving Day Museum admission not required to shop 
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! Read more... 
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. |
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4 events,
ABC Come Play With Me ABC Come Play with Me is our program designed specifically for infants, toddlers, and their caregivers. Give your little one a jump start on the ABCs and 123s with this program. We will start the morning with the alphabet song, a story, and either an art project of sensory experience. Read more... 
Tech Tuesday Join us every Tuesday at 3:30pm for our technology-based program! This facilitated program aims to foster STEAM education through inquiry-based learning, coding, and robotics. |
6 events,
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. 
ABC Come Play With Me ABC Come Play with Me is our program designed specifically for infants, toddlers, and their caregivers. Give your little one a jump start on the ABCs and 123s with this program every Wednesday at 10:00am. We will start the morning with the alphabet song, a story, and either an art Read more... 
Wonder Wednesday What do you wonder about? Join us every Wednesday at 3:30 pm for a hands-on experiment that will cultivate curiosity in guests of all ages! Wonder Wednesday is MCM-Meridian’s latest program that focuses on Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Mathematics with a fun and educational twist. Presented by |
6 events,
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. 
Mindful Mornings Mindfulness (noun): the practice of being completely present and in the moment. To slow down and be aware of your surroundings while embracing your senses and feelings. Mindful Mornings uses a holistic approach to health. It equips both children and their caregivers with the ability to explore new wellness techniques. Join on the Read more... 
Know to Grow Join us every Thursday at 3:30pm for Know to Grow! This program incorporates our STEAM, literacy, and health initiatives to create a multi-disciplinary program where children will make connections between reading, science, and the aspects of the natural world. Each week we will read a garden-related story and work together to complete a hands-on gardening Read more... |
7 events,
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. 
Farm Bureau Spotlight Farm Bureau Spotlight is a multi-disciplinary, inquiry-based program that is designed to educate visitors about the broad industry of agriculture. Join us every Friday at 10:00am as we learn about the many career fields within agriculture and the important role it plays in our daily lives. Each week we will explore a Read more... 
Artful Friday Sponsored by: Sissie & Fred Wile Express yourself creatively during MCM-Meridian's Artful Friday! Every Friday at 3:30pm, join us for a guided program where we will learn and create together. |
6 events,
Know to Grow Join us in the Enchanted Land of Story every Saturday at 10:00am for Know to Grow! This program incorporates our STEAM, literacy, and health initiatives to create a multi-disciplinary program where children will make connections between reading, science and the aspects of the natural world. Each week we will read a garden-related story and work Read more...
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Professional Photos with Santa Capture the holiday magic with professional photos with Santa at the museum on Dec. 6th from 10am – 12pm! For $10 per photo, families can strike a pose with jolly old St. Nick and take home a digital download to share and cherish. Did you snap a pic with Santa? Download Read more...
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. |
5 events,
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! Read more...
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. 
Sundays with Santa Experience the magic of the season at the Mississippi Children's Museum - Meridian during Sundays with Santa! Visit from 2 to 4 p.m. to share your holiday wishes and capture a special photo with Santa! |
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4 events,
ABC Come Play With Me ABC Come Play with Me is our program designed specifically for infants, toddlers, and their caregivers. Give your little one a jump start on the ABCs and 123s with this program. We will start the morning with the alphabet song, a story, and either an art project of sensory experience. Read more...
Tech Tuesday Join us every Tuesday at 3:30pm for our technology-based program! This facilitated program aims to foster STEAM education through inquiry-based learning, coding, and robotics. |
6 events,
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.
ABC Come Play With Me ABC Come Play with Me is our program designed specifically for infants, toddlers, and their caregivers. Give your little one a jump start on the ABCs and 123s with this program every Wednesday at 10:00am. We will start the morning with the alphabet song, a story, and either an art Read more...
Wonder Wednesday What do you wonder about? Join us every Wednesday at 3:30 pm for a hands-on experiment that will cultivate curiosity in guests of all ages! Wonder Wednesday is MCM-Meridian’s latest program that focuses on Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Mathematics with a fun and educational twist. Presented by |
5 events,
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.
Know to Grow Join us every Thursday at 3:30pm for Know to Grow! This program incorporates our STEAM, literacy, and health initiatives to create a multi-disciplinary program where children will make connections between reading, science, and the aspects of the natural world. Each week we will read a garden-related story and work together to complete a hands-on gardening Read more... 
Read With Me Join us twice a week for Read With Me. A story time for children 0-5+ years old. View program page. Program Schedule: Thursday at 3:30pm Saturday at 3:30pm Purchase Tickets to the museum |
5 events,
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.
Farm Bureau Spotlight Farm Bureau Spotlight is a multi-disciplinary, inquiry-based program that is designed to educate visitors about the broad industry of agriculture. Join us every Friday at 10:00am as we learn about the many career fields within agriculture and the important role it plays in our daily lives. Each week we will explore a Read more...
Artful Friday Sponsored by: Sissie & Fred Wile Express yourself creatively during MCM-Meridian's Artful Friday! Every Friday at 3:30pm, join us for a guided program where we will learn and create together. |
7 events,
Know to Grow Join us in the Enchanted Land of Story every Saturday at 10:00am for Know to Grow! This program incorporates our STEAM, literacy, and health initiatives to create a multi-disciplinary program where children will make connections between reading, science and the aspects of the natural world. Each week we will read a garden-related story and work Read more...
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Visting Artist: Abigail bankson Join us on Saturday, December 13, for a special experience with our Visiting Artist, Abigail Bankson! A versatile dancer with the Kinetic Etchings Dance Project, Bankson studied ballet, modern, and jazz technique, along with dance performance and pedagogy, during her time at Belhaven. Celebrate the magic of the holiday season as Read more...
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. |
5 events,
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.
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! Read more...
Sundays with Santa Experience the magic of the season at the Mississippi Children's Museum - Meridian during Sundays with Santa! Visit from 2 to 4 p.m. to share your holiday wishes and capture a special photo with Santa! |
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4 events,
ABC Come Play With Me ABC Come Play with Me is our program designed specifically for infants, toddlers, and their caregivers. Give your little one a jump start on the ABCs and 123s with this program. We will start the morning with the alphabet song, a story, and either an art project of sensory experience. Read more...
Tech Tuesday Join us every Tuesday at 3:30pm for our technology-based program! This facilitated program aims to foster STEAM education through inquiry-based learning, coding, and robotics. |
6 events,
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.
ABC Come Play With Me ABC Come Play with Me is our program designed specifically for infants, toddlers, and their caregivers. Give your little one a jump start on the ABCs and 123s with this program every Wednesday at 10:00am. We will start the morning with the alphabet song, a story, and either an art Read more...
Wonder Wednesday What do you wonder about? Join us every Wednesday at 3:30 pm for a hands-on experiment that will cultivate curiosity in guests of all ages! Wonder Wednesday is MCM-Meridian’s latest program that focuses on Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Mathematics with a fun and educational twist. Presented by |
5 events,
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.
Know to Grow Join us every Thursday at 3:30pm for Know to Grow! This program incorporates our STEAM, literacy, and health initiatives to create a multi-disciplinary program where children will make connections between reading, science, and the aspects of the natural world. Each week we will read a garden-related story and work together to complete a hands-on gardening Read more...
Read With Me Join us twice a week for Read With Me. A story time for children 0-5+ years old. View program page. Program Schedule: Thursday at 3:30pm Saturday at 3:30pm Purchase Tickets to the museum |
7 events,
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.
Farm Bureau Spotlight Farm Bureau Spotlight is a multi-disciplinary, inquiry-based program that is designed to educate visitors about the broad industry of agriculture. Join us every Friday at 10:00am as we learn about the many career fields within agriculture and the important role it plays in our daily lives. Each week we will explore a Read more...
Artful Friday Sponsored by: Sissie & Fred Wile Express yourself creatively during MCM-Meridian's Artful Friday! Every Friday at 3:30pm, join us for a guided program where we will learn and create together. |
6 events,
Know to Grow Join us in the Enchanted Land of Story every Saturday at 10:00am for Know to Grow! This program incorporates our STEAM, literacy, and health initiatives to create a multi-disciplinary program where children will make connections between reading, science and the aspects of the natural world. Each week we will read a garden-related story and work Read more...
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.
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On December 20, Kinetic Etchings Dance Company will bring holiday magic to the museum with a special performance of The Sugar Plum Fairy from The Nutcracker. After the performance, children are invited to join in for a ballet lesson and a read-aloud of the classic storybook. Free for MCM Members | $10/Person for Non-Members | Read more... |
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Sensory Friendly Hours with Santa Join the Mississippi Children’s Museum - Meridian for Sensory Friendly Hours with Santa on Sunday, December 21 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 Read more...
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Sensory Friendly Hours Join the Mississippi Children’s Museum for Sensory Friendly Hours, sponsored by Canopy Children's Solutions, on December 21 from 11am - 1pm! During these hours, guests can enjoy holiday programming and snap their photo with Santa. These hours are designed for children with sensory difficulties. Children and their caregivers can experience the museum Read more...
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. |
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School’s out, and the magic is in! Celebrate the holiday season at Mistletoe Magic Monday on December 22 from 9 AM - 5 PM. Enjoy extra hours of inspiration and fun with festive activities, creative play, and holiday cheer, all the magic you need to make your Monday merry and bright! Featured Activities Concentric Circle Read more... |
5 events,
ABC Come Play With Me ABC Come Play with Me is our program designed specifically for infants, toddlers, and their caregivers. Give your little one a jump start on the ABCs and 123s with this program. We will start the morning with the alphabet song, a story, and either an art project of sensory experience. Read more... 
Reindeer Workshop Join us for our Reindeer Workshops! During this workshop, children will sharpen their fine motor skills, unlock their inner designer and mathematician, and learn an essential life skill by choosing their fabric and accessories and sewing a cozy sweater for their plush new friend! Their reindeer friend will also come with a birth Read more...
Tech Tuesday Join us every Tuesday at 3:30pm for our technology-based program! This facilitated program aims to foster STEAM education through inquiry-based learning, coding, and robotics. |
5 events,
CLOSED FOR CHRISTMAS The museum will be CLOSED December 24-25 in observance of the Christmas holiday.
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.
Wonder Wednesday What do you wonder about? Join us every Wednesday at 3:30 pm for a hands-on experiment that will cultivate curiosity in guests of all ages! Wonder Wednesday is MCM-Meridian’s latest program that focuses on Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Mathematics with a fun and educational twist. Presented by |
5 events,
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.
Know to Grow Join us every Thursday at 3:30pm for Know to Grow! This program incorporates our STEAM, literacy, and health initiatives to create a multi-disciplinary program where children will make connections between reading, science, and the aspects of the natural world. Each week we will read a garden-related story and work together to complete a hands-on gardening Read more... |
5 events,
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.
Farm Bureau Spotlight Farm Bureau Spotlight is a multi-disciplinary, inquiry-based program that is designed to educate visitors about the broad industry of agriculture. Join us every Friday at 10:00am as we learn about the many career fields within agriculture and the important role it plays in our daily lives. Each week we will explore a Read more...
Artful Friday Sponsored by: Sissie & Fred Wile Express yourself creatively during MCM-Meridian's Artful Friday! Every Friday at 3:30pm, join us for a guided program where we will learn and create together. |
5 events,
Know to Grow Join us in the Enchanted Land of Story every Saturday at 10:00am for Know to Grow! This program incorporates our STEAM, literacy, and health initiatives to create a multi-disciplinary program where children will make connections between reading, science and the aspects of the natural world. Each week we will read a garden-related story and work Read more...
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.
Read With Me Join us twice a week for Read With Me. A story time for children 0-5+ years old. View program page. Program Schedule: Thursday at 3:30pm Saturday at 3:30pm Purchase Tickets to the museum |
4 events,
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! Read more...
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. |
4 events,
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Magic Monday Did you know MCM is open for special, holiday Mondays from 9am - 5pm for extra hours of inspiration and fun? Magic Monday is the perfect solution to a Monday off from school. Each of these special days includes regular museum programming, as well as a special Food Lab program at 11:00am where Read more...
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End the year with One More Magical Monday at MCM on Monday, December 29, from 9 AM to 5 PM. Enjoy extra hours to explore, create, and play, making the most of your last chance this year to experience the wonder of the museum. FEATURED ACTIVITIES Roll a Matisse Snowflake Creations Storytime | 10 AM Read more... |
4 events,
ABC Come Play With Me ABC Come Play with Me is our program designed specifically for infants, toddlers, and their caregivers. Give your little one a jump start on the ABCs and 123s with this program. We will start the morning with the alphabet song, a story, and either an art project of sensory experience. Read more...
Tech Tuesday Join us every Tuesday at 3:30pm for our technology-based program! This facilitated program aims to foster STEAM education through inquiry-based learning, coding, and robotics. |
7 events,
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.
ABC Come Play With Me ABC Come Play with Me is our program designed specifically for infants, toddlers, and their caregivers. Give your little one a jump start on the ABCs and 123s with this program every Wednesday at 10:00am. We will start the morning with the alphabet song, a story, and either an art Read more...
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Noon Year's Eve Throw on your sequins and sneakers and join us on December 31 for Noon Year's Eve countdown to 12:00pm! Festivities will include mini countdowns at 10:30 a.m., 11:00 a.m., and 11:30 a.m. and a grand finale at noon with confetti cannons, a traditional style countdown, and a balloon drop. Dance along to Read more... |
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Closed for New Year's Day The museum will be closed on January 1, 2026 in observation of New Year's Day. 
Closed for New Year’s Day The museum will be closed on January 1, 2026 in observation of New Year’s Day. |
5 events,
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.
Farm Bureau Spotlight Farm Bureau Spotlight is a multi-disciplinary, inquiry-based program that is designed to educate visitors about the broad industry of agriculture. Join us every Friday at 10:00am as we learn about the many career fields within agriculture and the important role it plays in our daily lives. Each week we will explore a Read more...
Artful Friday Sponsored by: Sissie & Fred Wile Express yourself creatively during MCM-Meridian's Artful Friday! Every Friday at 3:30pm, join us for a guided program where we will learn and create together. |
5 events,
Know to Grow Join us in the Enchanted Land of Story every Saturday at 10:00am for Know to Grow! This program incorporates our STEAM, literacy, and health initiatives to create a multi-disciplinary program where children will make connections between reading, science and the aspects of the natural world. Each week we will read a garden-related story and work Read more...
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.
Read With Me Join us twice a week for Read With Me. A story time for children 0-5+ years old. View program page. Program Schedule: Thursday at 3:30pm Saturday at 3:30pm Purchase Tickets to the museum |
