Mississippi Children's Museum

Magic Monday: Musical Monday
2021-10-11 09:00 - 17:00 (America/Chicago) | MCM-Meridian, 403 22nd Avenue, Meridian, MS, 39301, United States
The Mississippi Children’s Museum – Meridian will be OPEN for Magic Monday on October 11, 2021, from 9 am – 5 pm.
Magic Mondays offer extra hours of inspiration and fun while school is out! Join us for special programming and activities.

Schedule of Activities:
10 am

Storytime in Goodnight Moon

10 am – 3pm

Straw Flute Craft in WonderBox
Coffee Filter Record Craft in WonderBox

11 am & 1 pm

Explore Sound with Water Glasses in the Green Party Room

12 pm & 2 pm

Yodel with Jimmie Around My Town Train Exhibit

Visiting Artist Series: Terrence Roberts
2021-10-10 14:00 - 16:00 | MCM-Meridian, 403 22nd Avenue, Meridian, MS, 39301, United States
Visiting Artist Series: Terrence Roberts
Join us for our Visiting Artist Series on Sunday, October 10th from 2-4pm with Terrence Roberts to explore the art of theater!

Da Terrence Roberts is a jali/griot a storyteller in the West African Tradition of Jaliyaa. As a teaching artist/storyteller, Roberts embraces the teaching power of words and music. Students are fascinated with the culture, stories, and musical instruments of West Africa. Roberts’ performances, workshops, and residencies are filled with teaching moments, not just in West African culture but in science, history, and language arts. Terrence Roberts is known as “Da Story Weaver.” In the language of the Bamanakan people of West Africa, the ancient title “Da” was one who connected his people to their past and escorted them into their future. Roberts is a master storyteller who draws both children and adults into his web with his animated and interactive style, Roberts is also available for teacher workshops and both short and long term residencies.
The four-part Visiting Artist Series series is funded by a grant from the Community Foundation of East Mississippi

Visiting Artist Series: Cecelia Moseley
2021-10-03 14:00 - 16:00 | MCM-Meridian, 403 22nd Avenue, Meridian, MS, 39301, United States
Visiting Artist Series: Cecelia Moseley
Join us for our first Visiting Artist Series on Sunday, October 3rd from 2-4 pm with Mississippi Artist, Cecelia Moseley!

Cecelia Moseley is an artist from Meridian, MS who received her Bachelor of Fine Arts Degree in Sculpture from The University of Mississippi Spring of 2020. Currently, she is a MFA Sculpture candidate at Louisiana State University.
For Cecelia, creating art, whether its sculptures or paintings, has always played some part in her life. Being diagnosed with dyslexia at an early age, she found it difficult to express herself through writing. Whenever she fails to express herself through words, art helps her, which is the one thing she loves the most about art.
In her work, Cecelia is drawn to abstract and figurative compositions through fabricated steel and cast metals. Conceptually her sculptures are formed together to create a new way of expression and representation of the way many dyslexics see and process the world through learning.
In addition to pursuing her MFA, Cecelia enjoys being involved with an artist community through working with the Yoknapatawpha Arts Council and The University of Mississippi Sculpture department. When she isn’t making art, she enjoys traveling, spending time with friends and family, sailing, and photography.

The four-part Visiting Artist Series series is funded by a grant from the Community Foundation of East Mississippi

Discovery Night
2021-10-02 18:00 - 21:00 | MCM, 2145 Museum Boulevard, Jackson, MS, 39202, United States
Join us on October 2, 2021 for MCM Partner’s Discovery Night. Discovery Night is the Mississippi Children’s Museum’s signature family fundraising event hosted by MCM Partners.
Come ‘Experiment’ with us as we host a big-screen, drive-in movie experience at the Mississippi Children’s Museum! You and your family will be able to enjoy the classic family film, “Honey, I Shrunk The Kids” from the comfort of your vehicle in your VIP parking spot, while enjoying classic drive-in treats by Fresh Cut Catering, along with traditional movie snacks and a curated bar for adults.
Children of all ages can join us on the C Spire Plaza for special experiments as we count down to the start of the movie and watch the stars emerge.
This special evening will only be available to Hosts and Sponsors due to limited space and we need you to be a part of our CREW!
The funds raised from Discovery Night ensure MCM can continue to meet its mission to reach children from all backgrounds through programs like Launch into Learning, Rocket Club, and Family Literacy Days. Learn more about Partners!
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Johnny Apple Seed Day
2021-09-26 09:00 - 17:00 | Mississippi
Pop Up Program for Johnny Apple Seed Day
Do you know the story of Johnny Appleseed?
Join us for a reading of Johnny Appleseed: The Story of a Legend by Will Moses and create your very own Apple Suncatcher in the WonderBox exhibit!

Guest Author: Kathy Brookshire
2021-09-25 11:00 - 11:30 | MCM-Meridian, 403 22nd Avenue, Meridian, MS, 39301, United States
CHILDREN’S BOOK AUTHOR, KATHY BROOKSHIRE, WILL BE READING HER BOOK, MUSKA AND FRIENDS, AT THE MUSEUM ON SEPTEMBER 25TH AT 11AM & AT 2PM.

National Aviation Day
2021-09-19 13:00 - 18:00 | MCM-Meridian, 403 22nd Avenue, Meridian, MS, 39301, United States
National Aviation Day
Celebration National Aviation Day with a straw and paper airplane challenge in the WonderBox exhibit today!

Visiting Artist: Intersect Dance Theatre
2021-09-18 11:00 - 13:00 | Mississippi
Visting Artist: Intersect Dance Theatre
Join us on September 18 and 25 for our Visiting Artist: Intersect Dance Theatre!
Intersect Dance Theatre seeks to enrich communities through the art of movement, and we’ll push the boundaries of typical classical dance to do it. Known for exciting partnering and a creative use of props, Intersect provides a unique artistic experience that appeals to children and adults, to arts-savvy audiences and self-proclaimed “rednecks.”
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This project is supported in part by funding from the Mississippi Arts Commission, a state agency, and the National Endowment for the Arts, a federal agency.

Science Saturday
2021-09-18 09:00 - 17:00 | MCM-Meridian, 403 22nd Avenue, Meridian, MS, 39301, United States
About Science Saturday:
The Mississippi Children’s Museum – Meridian is celebrating STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art, and math) in conjunction with the Mississippi Science Festival (MSF) on September 18th!
These events aim to spark children’s interest in STEAM education and promote career exploration through a fun, hands-on event for all ages. Children will be introduced to real-world scientists from industries and organizations in East Mississippi while engaging in unique activities led by exhibitors.

Science Saturday exhibitors & activities:

Anderson Regional Cancer Center – DNA-chain making activity
Algix, Inc. – Plastics: make a polymer activity
East Mississippi Electric Power Association (EMEPA) – Electric City: electricity-generating bike and circuit light-up wands
Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT) – Environmental Road Building & Litter Prevention featuring Myrtle the Turtle
Meridian Symphony Orchestra – explore the science of sound
Naval Air Station Meridian (NAS) – ask an aviator!

Other community events happening in conjunction with MSF:
With our friends in Downtown Meridian, we’re creating an exciting STEAM-centered day in Meridian! Here are more activities and events happening in conjunction with the Mississippi Science Festival:

The Historic Soule Steam Works annual Maker Faire Meridian | September 18th, 10am-5pm
The MAX science-themed Make + Take activity | September 18th, 10am-12pm

Coding Challenge
2021-09-16 09:00 - 17:00 | MCM, 2145 Museum Boulevard, Jackson, MS, 39202, United States
CSpire Coding Challenge
Coding is an important STEM skill for Mississippi kids. As part of MSF, the LeFleur Museum District and C Spire encourage you to introduce Mississippi students to the programming language, Scratch, and participate in a coding activity available for all skill levels.
Scratch helps young people learn to think creatively, reason systemically and work collaboratively – essential skills for life in the 21st century. With Scratch, you can program your own interactive stories, games, and animations. There’s no limit to what you can create.
Leading up to Mississippi Science Fest, please familiarize yourself and your students with Scratch through easy-to-use tutorials. There are even resources available for teachers. Click on these links to access frequently asked questions, teacher resources and student tutorials. Then have your students create their own story using Scratch.
On Thursday, September 16, post photos of your end result on social media sites, like Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and TikTok. Be sure and tag your post with #MSScienceFest and #CSpire to share with the Mississippi Science Fest and C Spire. We encourage all Mississippi students to participate. Happy coding!
Did you know…
Did you know that research estimates that by the year 2020, there will be a shortage of over 1 million software developers in the United States? “For all we know, the inventor of the next big thing or innovative app or software may be sitting in a Mississippi classroom waiting to be inspired and encouraged to become a leader in the rapidly evolving digital economy,” said Carla Lewis, Chief Technology Officer for C Spire.
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International Dot Day
2021-09-15 15:30 - 16:30 | MCM-Meridian, 403 22nd Avenue, Meridian, MS, 39301, United States
Pop-Up Program for International Dot Day
International Dot Day is all about celebrating the arts and creativity! Join us at 3:30pm in the WonderBox for a reading of The Dot by Peter H. Reynolds and an integrated art activity.

Magic Monday: Snow Day!
2021-08-18 08:00 - 17:00 | MCM-Meridian, 403 22nd Avenue, Meridian, MS, 39301, United States
The Mississippi Children’s Museum – Meridian will be OPEN for Magic Monday on December 27, 2021, from 9 am – 5 pm.
Magic Mondays offer extra hours of inspiration and fun while school is out! Join us for special programming and activities.
Schedule of Activities:
10 am

Storytime in Goodnight Moon

10 am – 3 pm

Torn Paper Snowflakes in WonderBox
Coffee Filter Snowflakes in WonderBox Lab

11 am & 1 pm

Snow Making in the Green Party Room

12 pm & 3 pm

Snowman in the Blue Party Room

Guest Reader: Kelly Harrison Spining
2021-08-14 11:00 - 11:30 | MCM-Meridian, 403 22nd Avenue, Meridian, MS, 39301, United States
Children’s book author, Kelly Harrison Spining, will be reading The Butterfly Tree at the museum on August 14th at 11AM & at 2PM.

About the Author:
Kelly Spining has been working with children for over thirty years, with twelves of those years as a Kindergarten teacher. During that time, she developed a love of writing and has written many short stories that she has shared with her classes. Her story, “The Butterfly Tree,” was inspired by a trip to her aunt’s house where she saw a bush covered with butterflies. The bush was so lush and beautiful that when she got home, she sat down and wrote the story in about fifteen minutes. That was almost twenty years ago. However, the theme of friendship that is featured in the story is a timeless lesson that she hopes will be conveyed to her young readers. Kelly is the proud mother of two daughters, and the very proud Nana Kel to three beautiful granddaughters. She lives in Alabama with her husband Steve and is a faculty member at the University Charter School.

Visiting Artist: Alkebulan Music Philosophy
2021-08-14 10:00 - 13:00 | Mississippi
Visting Artist: Alkebulan Music Philosophy
Join us on August 14 & 28 for our Visiting Artist: Alkebulan Music Philosophy! AMP will be joining this August for a spirited showcase of drums and dancing.
The Alkebulan Arts Institute of Mississippi is a non-profit organization designed to raise cultural sensitivity and provide a deeper appreciation for the contributions of Africa and the Diaspora in the world we live in. Uniting cultures through high-quality drum and dance instruction, interactive performances, and outreach programs to local and global communities.
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This project is supported in part by funding from the Mississippi Arts Commission, a state agency, and the National Endowment for the Arts, a federal agency.

Doc Day
2021-08-07 09:00 - 17:00 | Mississippi
Doc Day
Join us on August 7th for “Doc Day” at the museum! Bring your own stuffed animal to “doctor” on, and hear from real health professionals about life in the medical field. Enjoy hands on activities and information for children and families, and experience the magical world of Doc McStuffins!
This day will include:

A visit from Pediatric GI Doctor, Angela Shannon with Happy Tummies Pediatric GI Clinic.
A dentist from 10am-12pm passing out information and bags on oral hygiene.
St. Dominic Care-A-Van with Nurse Portia Lee, where guests will be able to explore the van and learn about what their profession.
Smart Therapy LLC will be back with activities and information for parents as it relates to Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, and Speech Therapy for children

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Back to School Bash
2021-08-06 17:30 - 19:30 | MCM-Meridian, 403 22nd Avenue, Meridian, MS, 39301, United States
Pep up for the new school year at MCM-Meridian’s big Back to School Bash! Show off your school colors and rally at the museum for games, music, giveaways, and more on August 6th from 5:30pm – 7:30pm.
Activities will include:

Face paintings, bouncing bubbles, corn hole, ring toss, giant Jenga, and more fun games in My Fantastical Backyard
Food trucks parked on-site
Cheer teams performing joyful routines
Pompom & bookmark crafts in the WonderBox exhibit
Giveaways!
Live DJ in the lobby – Jigga JT with The Radio People
Photo op station

This event is in partnership with:

Back to School Bash
2021-08-06 17:30 - 19:30 | MCM-Meridian, 403 22nd Avenue, Meridian, MS, 39301, United States
Save the date and stay tuned for details!

Magic Monday: Monday FUNday
2021-08-02 09:00 - 17:00 | MCM-Meridian, 403 22nd Avenue, Meridian, MS, 39301, United States
It’s our final Magic Monday of the Summer! Be sure to join us for extra hours of inspiration on August 2nd from 9AM – 5PM for special activities and pop-up programming.

Mississippi Aquarium Outdoor Experience
2021-07-30 10:00 - 11:00 | MCM, 2145 Museum Boulevard, Jackson, MS, 39202, United States
Mississippi Aquarium Outdoor Experience
Join us at the museum on July 30th at 10am, for a unique outdoor experience brought to you by the Mississippi Aquarium!
Mississippi Aquarium will be at the museum in the Aquarium in Motion Mobile Marine Van for a 45 minute outdoor experience. Joining us that morning will be Bob, a ball python, Moses, a Gulf Coast Box turtle and Katniss, a red-footed tortoise.

MAGIC MONDAY: Christmas in July
2021-07-26 09:00 - 17:00 | MCM-Meridian, 403 22nd Avenue, Meridian, MS, 39301, United States
For the month of July, the museum will be OPEN on Mondays!
Join us for a jolly good time at the museum with Christmas-themed activities, a visit with Santa, and Miss Mississippi.
SPECIAL GUESTS:

FREE bike helmets from the Mississippi Department of Rehab Services starting at 9 am
Ride bikes from Heart & Sole Cycle from 10 am – 2 pm
Visit with Santa from 11 am – 1 pm
Meet Miss Mississippi from 2 pm – 4 pm

Schedule of activities:
10 am – 2 pm

Ride bikes on the event plaza with Heart & Sole Cycle

10 am – 3 pm

Jingle Bell Sticks in WonderBox
Snowflake Making in WonderBox Lab

11 am

Wrapped Paper Christmas Trees in the Blue Party Room

12 pm

Reindeer Ornaments in Party Room #2 behind the library exhibit

1 pm

Wrapped Paper Christmas Trees in the Blue Party Room

2 pm

Reindeer Ornaments in Party Room #2 behind the library exhibit

Magic Monday: Christmas in July
2021-07-26 09:00 - 17:00 | Mississippi
Magic Monday: Christmas in July
Join us at the museum on July 26th for our special Magic Monday: Christmas in July! This day will consist of festive programming such as snowflake and ornament making, storytime, and a special Santa photo opportunity from 11:00am-1:00pm!
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Professional Development Workshop
2021-07-26 09:00 - 15:00 | Mississippi
Professional Development Workshop: Classroom Management, Professionalism and Ethics
Learn how to recognize and utilize the characteristics of an effective teacher. We will focus on organizing and managing an effective learning environment; learning principles; ethics in education and professionalism to promote an effective return on student learning.
E-mail Assistant Director of Enrichment, Sheri Bradford, for more information at sheri@mcm.ms.
Click here to sign up and learn more!

Magic Monday: Space Day
2021-07-19 09:00 - 17:00 | Mississippi
Magic Monday: Space Day
Join us at the museum on July 19th for out of this world programming! This Magic Monday will be inspired by NASA and all things space.
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Queen City Chess Club
2021-07-18 14:00 - 16:00 | MCM-Meridian, 403 22nd Avenue, Meridian, MS, 39301, United States
CHECKMATE!
Learn the basics of chess with lessons facilitated by the Queen City Chess Club! Join us every 3rd Sunday in the auditorium or the chess patio from 2-4 pm.

MAGIC MONDAY: Summer Splash Day
2021-07-12 09:00 - 17:00 | MCM-Meridian, 403 22nd Avenue, Meridian, MS, 39301, United States
For the month of July, the museum will be OPEN on Mondays!
Splash around with us in My Fantastical Garden. Don’t forget to bring towels and a change of clothes!
9 am

Bubbles in My Fantastical Backyard

10 am, 12 pm, & 2 pm

PH Test on Water

10 am – 3 pm

Build a Boat in WonderBox

11 am & 1 pm

Magic Sand Craft in the Party Room behind the Fantastic Flying Books Library

Magic Monday: Summer Splash Day
2021-07-12 09:00 - 17:00 | Mississippi
Magic Monday: Summer Splash Day
Join us at the museum on July 12th and be ready for some fun in the sun! MCM will offer splashtastic summer programming that is sure to help beat the heat this July, such as the science of bubbles, boat making, and much more!
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WonderBox Bingo Challenge
2021-07-11 13:00 - 18:00 | Mississippi
Put your skills to the test during the WonderBox Bingo Challenge!
Visit WonderBox at both museum locations (Jackson & Meridian) to find all the objects listed on the bingo card.
Win small prizes and submit an entry for the grand prize of a WonderBox Kit & two tickets to Science Saturday at the Mississippi Children’s Museum – Meridian (Sept. 18) or the Mississippi Science Festival in Jackson (Sept. 18)!
Earn bonus entries by tagging @mcmmeridian and @mschildrensmuseum on Facebook or Instagram.
The WonderBox Bingo Challenge ends Sunday, Sept. 5 at 4:45pm. The grand prize winner will be announced on Sept. 7.
Happy tinkering! #MCMWonderbox

Bingo cards are available at the front desk. Once your bingo card is complete, turn it into the front desk for a small prize and to submit your entry for the grand prize drawing!

Doc Day
2021-07-10 09:00 - 17:00 | MCM-Meridian, 403 22nd Avenue, Meridian, MS, 39301, United States
Join us for “Doc Day” on Saturday, July 10th for health resources and to visit with real medical professionals!
9 am – 11 am

Greater Meridian Mobile Clinic
Meridian Eye Care

3 pm – 5 pm

Happy Smiles

Doc Day
2021-07-10 09:00 - 17:00 | Mississippi
Doc Day
Join us on July 10th for “Doc Day” at the museum! Bring your own stuffed animal to “doctor” on, and hear from real health professionals about life in the medical field. Enjoy hands on activities and information for children and families, and experience the magical world of Doc McStuffins!
This day will include an educational Question It? Discover It! led by UMMC Pediatric Residents, and a visit from Smart Therapy LLC, who will be providing activities for children and helpful information to parents and caregivers.
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Hablo Espanol
2021-07-09 11:00 - 11:30 | MCM-Meridian, 403 22nd Avenue, Meridian, MS, 39301, United States
Learn Spanish at the Mississippi Children’s Museum – Meridian!
Every Friday in July from 11:00 am – 11:30 am
Children and their caregivers are invited to learn basic Spanish words and conversational phrases as well as become inspired to continue language learning away from the museum.
This pop-up program is ideal for children in Pre-K – 3rd Grade.
