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SUMMARY:Winter Wonderland
DESCRIPTION:Winter Wonderland\nHoliday Experience: Nov. 18 – Jan. 7\nDuring the holiday season\, the Mississippi Children’s Museum – Meridian transforms into a magical Winter Wonderland experience chock-full of festive\, fun crafts\, workshops\, and more! From November 18 – January 7\, join us for Santa appearances\, sock skating in the Snowflake Village exhibit\, reindeer workshops\, and so much more. Every year\, new attractions are added to the event\, and this year’s highlight is a larger-than-life snow globe photo opportunity experience. \nSponsored locally by \n\n\nEvents\nGratitude Days \n\nNov. 20 & 21\n\nMagic Mondays \n\nNov. 20 – 10:00 am – 3:00 pm\nDec. 18 – 10:00 am – 3:00 pm\n\nPeppermint & PJs (Members-Only Event)  \n\nDec. 1 –  6:00 pm – 8:00 pm\n\nMerry at the Museum (Adults-Only Fundraiser)  \n\nDec. 9 – 7:00 pm – 11:00 pm\n\nNoon Year’s Eve | Presented by Community Bank \n\nDec. 30 – 10:00 am – 3:00 pm\n\n  \n\n  \nActivities\nReindeer Workshops (Registration Required) \n\nDec. 2 – 2:00 pm – 3:30 pm\nDec. 16 – 11:00 am – 12:30 pm\nDec. 23 – 11:00 am – 12:30 pm\n\nHoliday Cookie Workshops (Registration Required) \n\nDec. 2 – 11:00 am – 12:00 pm\nDec. 16 – 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm\n\nStorytelling with Mrs. Claus \n\nDec. 16 – 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm\n\n  \n\n\nSanta Appearances\n\nDec. 1  – 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm (Peppermint & PJs)\nDec. 3 – 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm\nDec. 10 – 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm\nDec. 17 – 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm\nDec. 23 – 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm\n\n  \n\n\nCamps\nFall Day Camps (Registration Required) \n\nNov. 20 – 8:00 am – 5:00 pm\nNov. 21 – 8:00 am – 5:00 pm\n\nWinter Day Camps (Registration Required) \n\nDec. 21 – 8:00 am – 5:00 pm\nDec. 22 – 8:00 am – 5:00 pm\nDec. 28 – 8:00 am – 5:00 pm\nDec. 29 – 8:00 am – 5:00 pm\n\n  \n\n\nHoliday Hours\n\nNov. 23 – Closed for Thanksgiving\nDec. 24 & 25 – Closed for Christmas\nDec. 31 & Jan. 1 – Closed for the New Year
URL:https://mschildrensmuseum.org/event/winter-wonderland-2023/
LOCATION:MCM-Meridian\, 403 22nd Avenue\, Meridian\, MS\, 39301\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meridian
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231117T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231117T163000
DTSTAMP:20260508T165730
CREATED:20231114T185821Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231228T162831Z
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SUMMARY:Fun with First Tee
DESCRIPTION:Fun with First Tee\nCalling all Golf Enthusiasts! Join us on the third Friday of each month at 3:30pm while we learn more about the game of golf. \nDuring this program\, we will explore the game’s core values\, learn the meaning of good sportsmanship\, and educate players on a wide array of subjects that impact how we play golf. \nPurchase Tickets to the Museum
URL:https://mschildrensmuseum.org/event/fun-with-first-tee/2023-11-17/
LOCATION:MS
CATEGORIES:Jackson
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231111T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231111T113000
DTSTAMP:20260508T165730
CREATED:20231004T212012Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231031T201842Z
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SUMMARY:Guest Author: Kelly Sterling Gregory
DESCRIPTION:Guest Author: Kelly Sterling Gregory\nChildren’s book author\, Kelly Sterling Gregory\, will read\, sign\, and sell her book\, Say Hello\, at the Mississippi Children’s Museum – Meridian on Saturday\, November 11\, at 11am and 2pm! \n\nAbout the book\n \nWritten by pediatric occupational therapist Kelly Gregory\, Say Hello invites children of all abilities to overcome the barriers our differences create and lay the foundation for friendship with one simple word–hello! \nIn this delightful and engaging book\, readers will meet a diverse cast of uniquely abled new friends and discover that the things that set us apart don’t need to keep us apart. \n\n  \nAbout the Author\n \nKelly Gregory fell in love with the special needs population as well as children with unique differences as a teen. Inspired by her involvement in volunteer and childcare work early in life\, she chose to pursue a career as a pediatric occupational therapist and now has nearly ten years of experience in her field. Kelly believes that all children are fearfully and wonderfully made and should be celebrated! Kelly is married to a fellow occupational therapist\, Parker\, and together they have two sons\, Mason and Wes. When she is away from work\, you can find her in the carpool line\, chasing her boys from one sports field to the next\, or playing tennis.
URL:https://mschildrensmuseum.org/event/guest-author-kelly-gregory/2023-11-11/
LOCATION:MCM-Meridian\, 403 22nd Avenue\, Meridian\, MS\, 39301\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meridian
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231104T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231104T130000
DTSTAMP:20260508T165730
CREATED:20231031T180746Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231103T170955Z
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SUMMARY:Visiting Artist: Kay Meadows
DESCRIPTION:Visting Artist: Kay Meadows\nJoin us on November 4 & 18 for our Visiting Artist\, Kay Meadows! Kay Meadows is a fine artist/illustrator born and raised in Mississippi. \nPurchase tickets to the museum\nThis 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.
URL:https://mschildrensmuseum.org/event/visiting-artist-kay-meadows/2023-11-04/
LOCATION:MS
CATEGORIES:Jackson
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231028T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231028T140000
DTSTAMP:20260508T165730
CREATED:20231023T161307Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231023T161307Z
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SUMMARY:National Chocolate Day
DESCRIPTION:National Chocolate Day\nPop-Up Programming\nCelebrate National Chocolate Day at the museum from 10am – 2pm on Saturday\, October 28! This day of pop-up programming will feature taste tests\, creative activities\, and science experiments. \n\nStorytime (10am)\nCocoa Magic Science Experiment (11am)\nChocolate Taste Test with Fudge Etc. (10am – 2pm)\nDesign a Candy Bar Wrapper
URL:https://mschildrensmuseum.org/event/national-chocolate-day/
LOCATION:MS
CATEGORIES:Meridian
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231022T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231022T160000
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CREATED:20230801T151552Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230816T151919Z
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SUMMARY:Visiting Artist: Richelle Putnam
DESCRIPTION:Visting Artist: Richelle Putman\nMusic Making Session\nJoin us on Sunday\, October 22\, from 2:00pm – 4:00pm for our Visiting Artist: Richelle Putnam! \nThe Sound of Music: In this two-hour artist visit\, Richelle Putnam invites children of all ages to sing along and play an instrument with her\, from the Itsy-Bitsy Spider\, Kum Ba Ya\, and Over the Rainbow to Elvis’s Hound Dog\, Jimmie Rodgers’s Blues Yodel\, and Shel Silverstein’s poetry put to music. Richelle uses a variety of instruments to share songs\, including the keyboard\, guitar\, ukulele\, and mandolin. The children choose from drums\, shakers\, and tambourines. Preparing for the next song\, Richelle asks the children about the sound of the instrument\, if the music is fast or slow\, what the song is about\, and if it is happy or sad. She adjusts song selections and interactions to fit multiple ages. \nPurchase tickets to the museum\nThis 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. \n \n  \n 
URL:https://mschildrensmuseum.org/event/visiting-artist-richelle-putnam-3/
LOCATION:MCM-Meridian\, 403 22nd Avenue\, Meridian\, MS\, 39301\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meridian
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231022T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231022T130000
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CREATED:20231005T154441Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231005T154441Z
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SUMMARY:Spooktacular Sensory Hours
DESCRIPTION:Spooktacular Sensory Hours\nJoin the Mississippi Children’s Museum for Spooktacular Sensory Friendly Hours on Sunday\, October 22 from 11am – 1pm! During this special Sensory Day\, guests can wear their costume and join us for creepy crawly crafts\, tasty treats\, and a hauntingly good time! These days are 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. \nDuring your visit\, you can expect:\n\nReduced crowds\, lighting\, and sounds\nSensory Kits & maps to help you navigate potentially over-stimulating exhibits\nSensory Inclusive Certified staff by KultureCity\n\nFree for MCM Members | $10/Person for Non-Members \nPlease contact MCM’s Director of Education and Programs\, Monique Ealey\, at monique@mcm.ms to learn more. \nPurchase Tickets
URL:https://mschildrensmuseum.org/event/spooktacular-sensory-hours/
LOCATION:Mississippi Children’s Musuem\, 2145 Museum Boulevard\, Jackson\, Mississippi\, 39202
CATEGORIES:Jackson
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231009T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231009T170000
DTSTAMP:20260508T165730
CREATED:20230721T180344Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231002T150518Z
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SUMMARY:Magic Monday: Happy Harvest
DESCRIPTION:Magic Monday\nTheme: Happy Harvest\nThe Mississippi Children’s Museum – Meridian is OPEN for Magic Monday\, a special event that offers extra hours of inspiration and fun while school is out. Special programming will take place from 10am-3pm\, while the museum is open for fun from 9am-5pm! \nActivities from 10am – 3pm include: \n\nCreate mosaic pumpkins (10am-3pm)\nDesign a scarecrow (10am-3pm)\nStorytime (10am)\nFall wreath led activity (11am)\nCranberry dance science experiment (1pm)
URL:https://mschildrensmuseum.org/event/magic-monday-16/
LOCATION:MCM-Meridian\, 403 22nd Avenue\, Meridian\, MS\, 39301\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meridian
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231008T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231008T160000
DTSTAMP:20260508T165730
CREATED:20230811T203219Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231002T144546Z
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SUMMARY:Visiting Artist: Brejenn Allen
DESCRIPTION:Visiting Artist: Brejenn Allen\nFall Painting Class\nJoin us on Sunday\, October 8\, from 2:00pm – 4:00pm for our Visiting Artist: Brejenn Allen! \nBrejenn is an East Mississippi-based artist who provides painting workshops to creative people of all ages. During this Visiting Artist session\, Brejenn will lead to a painting class for children and their caregivers. \nDive into the vibrant world of fall with Brejenn Allen at the Mississippi Children’s Museum – Meridian on October 8th! Children will paint a fall-themed still-life of pumpkins staged on a table in the center of the classroom. Brejenn will guide budding artists through the warm\, rich hues of autumn\, helping them create their own “Perfectly Painted Pumpkins” to life. Don’t miss this chance for your child to capture the essence of fall on canvas! \nAccess to this class is included in general admission & museum membership! \nPurchase tickets to the museum \nThis 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. \n \n  \n 
URL:https://mschildrensmuseum.org/event/visiting-artist-brejenn-allen/
LOCATION:MCM-Meridian\, 403 22nd Avenue\, Meridian\, MS\, 39301\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meridian
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231002T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231002T190000
DTSTAMP:20260508T165730
CREATED:20230907T145603Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230913T202733Z
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SUMMARY:Sensory Friendly Day
DESCRIPTION:Sensory Friendly Day\nin partnership with\n \nJoin us at the Mississippi Children’s Museum – Meridian for a Sensory Friendly Day to celebrate The SPOT‘s 1st Birthday on Monday\, October 2 from 5-7 PM!  \nfeatured activities\n\nBalloon photo ops\nCalming sensory light room\nInteractive games including bowling\nBirthday cake\nAnd MUCH more!\n\nSensory kits will be available for check-out at the front desk and include a sensory map\, sunglasses\, headphones\, and a fidget toy. \nAdmission is free!\nSponsored by   \n  \nThe Mississippi Children’s Museum – Meridian is Sensory Inclusive Certified by KultureCity
URL:https://mschildrensmuseum.org/event/sensory-friendly-day-2/
LOCATION:MCM-Meridian\, 403 22nd Avenue\, Meridian\, MS\, 39301\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meridian
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230909T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230909T160000
DTSTAMP:20260508T165730
CREATED:20221025T151112Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230921T195346Z
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SUMMARY:Visiting Artist: Kinetic Etchings
DESCRIPTION:Visting Artist: Kinetic Etchings\nJoin us on September 9 & 23 for our Visiting Artist: Kat Wilson with Kinetic Etchings! \nKinetic Etchings is a contemporary dance and theater company based in Jackson\, Mississippi\, that uses movement to tell stories\, create images\, and connect with audiences. Learn more about Kinetic Etchings… \nPurchase tickets to the museum\nThis 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.
URL:https://mschildrensmuseum.org/event/visiting-artist-kinetic-etchings/2023-09-09/
LOCATION:MS
CATEGORIES:Jackson
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230825T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230825T190000
DTSTAMP:20260508T165730
CREATED:20230605T163323Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230605T163352Z
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SUMMARY:Members Last Splash
DESCRIPTION:Members Last Splash\nCalling all MCM Members! Come and enjoy the last splash of the summer on August 25 from 5:00pm – 7:00pm before our Splash Pad and Summer Exhibit\, Splash and Bubbles close for the season! \nBecome an MCM Member
URL:https://mschildrensmuseum.org/event/members-last-splash/
LOCATION:MS
CATEGORIES:Jackson
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230820T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230820T160000
DTSTAMP:20260508T165730
CREATED:20230816T190705Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230816T190705Z
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SUMMARY:National Lemonade Day!
DESCRIPTION:National Lemonade Day\nOn Sunday\, August 20th\, Boba’s Sweet Treats will set up shop at the museum in honor of National Lemonade Day! From 2:00pm – 4:00pm\, Boba’s Sweet Treats will sell lemonade and other sweets to be enjoyed in the Event Plaza! A portion of the proceeds will be donated to MCM-Meridian during this special day.
URL:https://mschildrensmuseum.org/event/national-lemonade-day/
LOCATION:MS
CATEGORIES:Meridian
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230819T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230819T160000
DTSTAMP:20260508T165730
CREATED:20230727T141609Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230727T141609Z
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SUMMARY:Celebrations Pop-Up Program
DESCRIPTION:CELEBRATIONS: ASIAN CULTURE\nPop-Up Program \nJoin us on Saturday\, August 19th\, for a hands-on program where children and their caregivers will learn about and explore Asian cultures. \nLEARN MORE ABOUT THIS EXHIBIT\nCelebrations: Asian Culture is made possible by the Association of Children’s Museums and the Freeman Foundation.
URL:https://mschildrensmuseum.org/event/celebrations-pop-up-program-2/
LOCATION:MCM-Meridian\, 403 22nd Avenue\, Meridian\, MS\, 39301\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meridian
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230812T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230812T130000
DTSTAMP:20260508T165730
CREATED:20230525T203057Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230714T192419Z
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SUMMARY:Visiting Artist: Richelle Putnam
DESCRIPTION:Visting Artist: Richelle Putnam\nJoin us on August 12 and 26 for our Visiting Artist\, Richelle Putnam! Children can enjoy her “Sound of Music” workshop where they will utilize different instruments and explore the different sounds they make.   \nPurchase tickets to the museum\nThis 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.
URL:https://mschildrensmuseum.org/event/visiting-artist-richelle-putnam-2/2023-08-12/
LOCATION:MS
CATEGORIES:Jackson
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230812T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230812T150000
DTSTAMP:20260508T165730
CREATED:20230414T171733Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230731T174423Z
UID:32849-1691834400-1691852400@mschildrensmuseum.org
SUMMARY:Aquatic Animals Day
DESCRIPTION:Aquatic Animals Day\nJoin us on August 12 from 10:00am – 3:00pm for this Splash and Bubbles: Dive In\, Lend a Fin Special Event! On this day\, we will learn about our fish friends as we partner with the Mississippi Aquarium on Aquatic Animals Day! Learn more about this Summer Exhibit. \nActivities & Programs\n\nHow do Ocean Animals Stay Warm?\nHow do Fish Breathe Underwater?\nHow does Temperature Create Currents?\nWhere do Sea Animals Live?\nWhy doesn’t an Octopus Have Bones?\nOcean Critter Sensory Bottles\nShark Fin Bookmarks\nOcean Creature Craft\n\nMore Information\n\nFree for MCM Members\n$10/Person for Non-Members\nTickets Available Online or At the Door\nAccess to Summer Exhibit is included with General Admission Ticket\n\nPurchase Tickets\nExhibit Locally Sponsored by:
URL:https://mschildrensmuseum.org/event/aquatic-animals-day/
LOCATION:MS
CATEGORIES:Jackson
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230805T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230805T160000
DTSTAMP:20260508T165730
CREATED:20230727T141422Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230727T141458Z
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SUMMARY:Celebrations Pop-Up Program
DESCRIPTION:CELEBRATIONS: ASIAN CULTURE\nPop-Up Program \nJoin us on Saturday\, August 5th\, for a hands-on program where children and their caregivers will learn about and explore Asian cultures. \nLEARN MORE ABOUT THIS EXHIBIT\nCelebrations: Asian Culture is made possible by the Association of Children’s Museums and the Freeman Foundation.
URL:https://mschildrensmuseum.org/event/celebrations-pop-up-program/
LOCATION:MS
CATEGORIES:Meridian
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230804
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231104
DTSTAMP:20260508T165730
CREATED:20230710T203559Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230817T200134Z
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SUMMARY:Celebrations: Asian Culture
DESCRIPTION:Celebrations: Asian Culture\nAUGUST 4 – NOVEMBER 3 | JANUARY 9 – FEBRUARY 16 \nExplore our new traveling exhibit\, Celebrations: Asian Culture\, an extension of the Missi the Traveler Train Car exhibit! \nCelebrations: Asian Culture is designed to bring children and families together to explore New Year celebrations in South Korea\, China\, and Vietnam through the imagery of fireworks\, lanterns\, lotuses\, and kites. \nChildren can participate in activities such as drumming\, dancing\, and storytelling. From telling the Nian Monster story in a small theater to discovering different dishes served for breakfast as an eye spy game\, children will be captivated by the rich history\, beauty\, and fun of these Asian New Year festivals. \nThe museum will be closed on September 4 – 7. \nLearn More about This Exhibit\nSpecial Events & Programs:\n\nAugust 3: Members-Only Preview Night\nAugust 4: Opening Day!\nAugust 5 & 19: Pop-Up Programming\n\nStay tuned for updates! \nMore Details:\n\nFree for Members\n$10/Person for Non-Members\nTickets Available Online or At the Door\nAccess to Fall Exhibit is included in General Admission Ticket\n\nPurchase Museum Tickets\nCelebrations: Asian Culture is made possible by the Association of Children’s Museums and the Freeman Foundation.
URL:https://mschildrensmuseum.org/event/celebrations-asian-culture/
LOCATION:MCM-Meridian\, 403 22nd Avenue\, Meridian\, MS\, 39301\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meridian
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230803T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230803T190000
DTSTAMP:20260508T165730
CREATED:20230710T154514Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230710T154514Z
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SUMMARY:Members-Only Preview Night
DESCRIPTION:Members-Only Preview Night\nThursday\, August 3rd • 5-7PM \nOn Thursday\, August 3rd\, join us for an exclusive Members-Only Preview Night of our new traveling exhibit — Celebrations: Asian Culture! Don’t miss your chance to be the first to see this exhibit before it opens to the public on August 4th. \nMembers can explore New Year celebrations in South Korea\, China\, and Vietnam in this interactive exhibit and participate in activities such as drumming and storytelling. From telling the Nian Monster story in a small theater to discovering different dishes served for breakfast as an eye spy game\, you’ll be captivated by the rich history\, beauty\, and fun of these Asian New Year festivals. \nThe Celebrations: Asian Culture exhibit is made possible by ACM and the Freeman Foundation. \n \nNOT A MEMBER? JOIN OR RENEW TODAY!
URL:https://mschildrensmuseum.org/event/members-only-preview-night/
LOCATION:MCM-Meridian\, 403 22nd Avenue\, Meridian\, MS\, 39301\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meridian
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230731T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230731T170000
DTSTAMP:20260508T165730
CREATED:20230120T195907Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230727T191714Z
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SUMMARY:Magic Monday: Monday FUNDay
DESCRIPTION:Magic Monday\nTheme: Monday FUNDay\nThe Mississippi Children’s Museum – Meridian is OPEN every Monday in June and July! Magic Monday is a special event that offers extra hours of inspiration and fun while school is out. Special programming will take place from 10am-3pm\, while the museum is open for fun from 9am-5pm. \nActivities Include: \n\nDesign a playground & create bookmarks in WonderBox\nPlay garden games\nVisit the Creation Station to make art\nScience of bubbles experiment (10:30am & 1:00pm)\nChalk art activity (11:30am)\n\nSummer Hours\nMonday-Saturday: 9am – 5pm\nSunday: 1pm – 6pm
URL:https://mschildrensmuseum.org/event/magic-monday-funday/
LOCATION:MCM-Meridian\, 403 22nd Avenue\, Meridian\, MS\, 39301\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meridian
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230725T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230725T140000
DTSTAMP:20260508T165730
CREATED:20230614T155741Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230614T155741Z
UID:34137-1690279200-1690293600@mschildrensmuseum.org
SUMMARY:Santa at the Museum
DESCRIPTION:Santa at the Museum\nJoin us on July 25 from 10am – 2pm to snap your photo with Santa at the Mississippi Children’s Museum! \nPurchase Tickets to the museum
URL:https://mschildrensmuseum.org/event/santa-at-the-museum/
LOCATION:MS
CATEGORIES:Jackson
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230724T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230724T170000
DTSTAMP:20260508T165730
CREATED:20230120T195907Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230714T141644Z
UID:31067-1690189200-1690218000@mschildrensmuseum.org
SUMMARY:Magic Monday: Christmas in July
DESCRIPTION:Magic Monday\nTheme: Christmas in July\nThe Mississippi Children’s Museum – Meridian is OPEN every Monday in June and July! Magic Monday is a special event that offers extra hours of inspiration and fun while school is out. Special programming will take place from 10am-3pm\, while the museum is open for fun from 9am-5pm. \nActivities from 10am – 3pm \n\nMake paper wreath ornaments\nDesign a snowman\nStorytime with Santa’s helper (10am)\nCreate jingle bell necklaces (10:30am & 2pm)\nDirected reindeer drawing (11:30am)\nVisit with Santa (11am – 2pm)\nKona Ice Truck (11am – 2pm)\nMS Department of Rehabilitation Services – Bike helmet giveaways\nJunior Auxiliary of Meridian – RIF book giveaways\n\nSummer Hours\nMonday-Saturday: 9am – 5pm\nSunday: 1pm – 6pm
URL:https://mschildrensmuseum.org/event/magic-monday-christmas-in-july-3/
LOCATION:MCM-Meridian\, 403 22nd Avenue\, Meridian\, MS\, 39301\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meridian
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230717T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230717T170000
DTSTAMP:20260508T165730
CREATED:20230120T195907Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230714T140800Z
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SUMMARY:Magic Monday: Guide to the Galaxy
DESCRIPTION:Magic Monday\nTheme: Guide to the Galaxy\nThe Mississippi Children’s Museum – Meridian is OPEN every Monday in June and July! Magic Monday is a special event that offers extra hours of inspiration and fun while school is out. Special programming will take place from 10am-3pm\, while the museum is open for fun from 9am-5pm. \nActivities from 10am – 3pm \n\nDesign a space windsock\nCreate a rocket space scene\nGalaxy spin art (10:30am)\nHow do craters form? (11:30am & 1:30pm)\n\nSummer Hours\nMonday-Saturday: 9am – 5pm\nSunday: 1pm – 6pm
URL:https://mschildrensmuseum.org/event/magic-monday-guide-to-the-galaxy/
LOCATION:MCM-Meridian\, 403 22nd Avenue\, Meridian\, MS\, 39301\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meridian
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230715T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230715T143000
DTSTAMP:20260508T165730
CREATED:20230621T181537Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230711T142026Z
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SUMMARY:Guest Author: Sydney Dugas
DESCRIPTION:Guest Author: Sydney Dugas\nMCM-Meridian will welcome children’s book author\, Sydney Dugas\, to the museum on Saturday\, June 15\, at 10am & 2pm. She will read her book\, The Little Girl Who Changed Her Mind\, in the museum library. \nCopies of The Little Girl Who Changed Her Mind will be available for sale and a book signing will take place promptly after story time. \n\nBook Summary:\nAn enchanting story that takes you on a journey as the little girl searches for what she will become. Little does she know\, it is her aspiring dreams that guide her mommy to realize what she was truly meant to be. \n  \n \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://mschildrensmuseum.org/event/guest-author-syndey-dugas/2023-07-15/
LOCATION:MCM-Meridian\, 403 22nd Avenue\, Meridian\, MS\, 39301\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meridian
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230715T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230715T130000
DTSTAMP:20260508T165730
CREATED:20230614T151137Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230630T180659Z
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SUMMARY:Visiting Artist: Trina Bailey
DESCRIPTION:Visting Artist: Trina Bailey\nJoin us on July 15 and 29 from 11:00am – 1:00pm for our Visiting Artist: Trina Bailey! \nTrina is a Visual Artist from Memphis\, TN\, and works as an Artist and Photographer locally in Jackson. \nPurchase tickets to the museum\nThis 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.
URL:https://mschildrensmuseum.org/event/visiting-artist-trina-bailey-2/2023-07-15/
LOCATION:MS
CATEGORIES:Jackson
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230711T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230711T233000
DTSTAMP:20260508T165730
CREATED:20230621T174714Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230711T160020Z
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SUMMARY:Girls in STEAM Pop-Up Program
DESCRIPTION:Girls in STEAM\nPop-Up Program\nPresented by Distinguished Young Women of Mississippi \nExplore the power of science\, technology\, engineering\, art\, and math (STEAM) education through a Girls in STEAM pop-program led by members of the Distinguished Young Women (DYW) of Mississippi. Two program sessions are available\, so be sure to join us! \nTuesday\, July 11 at 10:30 AM \nRosie Revere\, Engineer read-out-loud and hands-on activity \nWednesday\, July 12 at 10:30 AM \nShe Persisted: Sally Ride read-out-loud and hands-on activity
URL:https://mschildrensmuseum.org/event/girls-in-steam-pop-up-program/2023-07-11/
LOCATION:MCM-Meridian\, 403 22nd Avenue\, Meridian\, MS\, 39301\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meridian
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230710T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230710T170000
DTSTAMP:20260508T165730
CREATED:20230120T195907Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230705T191555Z
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SUMMARY:Magic Monday: Under the Sea
DESCRIPTION:Magic Monday\nTheme: Under the Sea\nThe Mississippi Children’s Museum – Meridian is OPEN every Monday in June and July! Magic Monday is a special event that offers extra hours of inspiration and fun while school is out. Special programming will take place from 10am-3pm\, while the museum is open for fun from 9am-5pm. \nActivities from 10am – 3pm \n\nDesign a scallop shell and rainbow fish in the WonderBox exhibit\nCreate an ocean in a bottle (10:30 am)\nChalk pastel jellyfish art (11:30 am & 1:00 pm)\n\nActivities are subject to change. Please check back for updates. \nSummer Hours\nMonday-Saturday: 9am – 5pm\nSunday: 1pm – 6pm
URL:https://mschildrensmuseum.org/event/magic-monday-under-the-sea/
LOCATION:MCM-Meridian\, 403 22nd Avenue\, Meridian\, MS\, 39301\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meridian
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230708T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230708T150000
DTSTAMP:20260508T165730
CREATED:20230414T171515Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230614T180718Z
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SUMMARY:Water Matters!
DESCRIPTION:Water Matters!\nJoin us on July 8 from 10:00am – 3:00pm for this Splash and Bubbles: Dive In\, Lend a Fin Special Event! On this day\, children will learn about water’s 3 states of matter: Solid\, Liquid and Gas! Learn more about this Summer Exhibit. \n\nFree for MCM Members\n$10/Person for Non-Members\nTickets Available Online or At the Door\nAccess to Summer Exhibit is included with General Admission Ticket\n\nACTIVITIES & PROGRAMS:\n\nHow Many States?\nCandle Magic\nGo With the Flow\nOcean Float\nMini-Water Cycle\nWhat’s the Deal with Atoms?\n\nPurchase Tickets\nExhibit Locally Sponsored by:
URL:https://mschildrensmuseum.org/event/water-matters/
LOCATION:MS
CATEGORIES:Jackson
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230706T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230706T190000
DTSTAMP:20260508T165730
CREATED:20220826T193418Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230628T150830Z
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SUMMARY:Members-Only Night
DESCRIPTION:Members-Only Night\nTouch a Truck! \nMembers-Only Night is an exclusive event that takes place the first Thursday each month\, from 5–7 PM. Each event features a new and exciting theme with special activities\, after-hours museum exploration\, and surprise treats for our members to enjoy. \nJoin us Thursday\, July 6th for activities from 5-7pm\, including… \n\nTouch a truck from Lake Eddins Volunteer Fire Department\nFire truck hats and other freebies\nPopsicles in the plaza\nJabo’s Eats and Sweets food truck\nWonderbox crafts\n\nNOT A MEMBER? JOIN OR RENEW TODAY!
URL:https://mschildrensmuseum.org/event/members-only-night-2023-07-06/
LOCATION:MCM-Meridian\, 403 22nd Avenue\, Meridian\, MS\, 39301\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meridian
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230703T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230703T170000
DTSTAMP:20260508T165730
CREATED:20230120T195907Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230516T152124Z
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SUMMARY:Magic Monday: America the Beautiful
DESCRIPTION:Magic Monday\nTheme: America the Beautiful\nThe Mississippi Children’s Museum – Meridian is OPEN every Monday in June and July! Magic Monday is a special event that offers extra hours of inspiration and fun while school is out. Special programming will take place from 10am-3pm\, while the museum is open for fun from 9am-5pm. \nActivities from 10am – 3pm Include:\n\nPatriotic Lanterns and Bracelet Making in WonderBox\nGarden Games\n4th of July Scavenger Hunt\nStorytime (10am)\nFirework Paintings (10:30am & 1:30pm)\nFirecracker Slime (12pm)\n\nSummer Hours\nMonday-Saturday: 9am – 5pm\nSunday: 1pm – 6pm
URL:https://mschildrensmuseum.org/event/magic-monday-america-the-beautiful/
LOCATION:MCM-Meridian\, 403 22nd Avenue\, Meridian\, MS\, 39301\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meridian
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