Mississippi Children's Museum

Girls in STEAM Pop-Up Program
2023-07-11 10:30 - 23:30 (America/Chicago) | MCM-Meridian, 403 22nd Avenue, Meridian, MS, 39301, United States
Girls in STEAM
Pop-Up Program
Presented by Distinguished Young Women of Mississippi
Explore 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!
Tuesday, July 11 at 10:30 AM
Rosie Revere, Engineer read-out-loud and hands-on activity
Wednesday, July 12 at 10:30 AM
She Persisted: Sally Ride read-out-loud and hands-on activity

Magic Monday: Under the Sea
2023-07-10 09:00 - 17:00 | MCM-Meridian, 403 22nd Avenue, Meridian, MS, 39301, United States
Magic Monday
Theme: Under the Sea
The 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.
Activities from 10am – 3pm

Design a scallop shell and rainbow fish in the WonderBox exhibit
Create an ocean in a bottle (10:30 am)
Chalk pastel jellyfish art (11:30 am & 1:00 pm)

Activities are subject to change. Please check back for updates.
Summer Hours
Monday-Saturday: 9am – 5pm
Sunday: 1pm – 6pm

Water Matters!
2023-07-08 10:00 - 15:00
Water Matters!
Join 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.

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

ACTIVITIES & PROGRAMS:

How Many States?
Candle Magic
Go With the Flow
Ocean Float
Mini-Water Cycle
What’s the Deal with Atoms?

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Members-Only Night
2023-07-06 17:00 - 19:00 | MCM-Meridian, 403 22nd Avenue, Meridian, MS, 39301, United States
Members-Only Night
Touch a Truck!
Members-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.
Join us Thursday, July 6th for activities from 5-7pm, including…

Touch a truck from Lake Eddins Volunteer Fire Department
Fire truck hats and other freebies
Popsicles in the plaza
Jabo’s Eats and Sweets food truck
Wonderbox crafts

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Magic Monday: America the Beautiful
2023-07-03 09:00 - 17:00 | MCM-Meridian, 403 22nd Avenue, Meridian, MS, 39301, United States
Magic Monday
Theme: America the Beautiful
The 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.
Activities from 10am – 3pm Include:

Patriotic Lanterns and Bracelet Making in WonderBox
Garden Games
4th of July Scavenger Hunt
Storytime (10am)
Firework Paintings (10:30am & 1:30pm)
Firecracker Slime (12pm)

Summer Hours
Monday-Saturday: 9am – 5pm
Sunday: 1pm – 6pm

Magic Monday: The ABC's of Art
2023-06-26 09:00 - 17:00 | MCM-Meridian, 403 22nd Avenue, Meridian, MS, 39301, United States
Magic Monday
Theme: The ABC’s of Art
The 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.
Activities from 10am – 3pm Include:

Henri Mattise Inspired Collages in WonderBox
Create a Waterlily Masterpiece Inspired by Claude Monet in WonderBox
Garden Games
Storytime (10am)
Kandinsky Inspired Circle Tree Art (10:30am)
Picasso Pete the Cat Paintings (12pm & 1:30pm)
Snow Cone Truck On-Site (11am – 3pm)

Summer Hours
Monday-Saturday: 9am – 5pm
Sunday: 1pm – 6pm

Question It? Discover It!
2023-06-24 10:00 - 15:00
Question It? Discover It!
For this month’s Question It? Discover It!, UMMC Department of Pediatric Dermatology will be on-site educating families about sun safety this summer! Professionals will be at the museum providing sun safety information and skin check cards for children and caregivers. Be sure to stop by their table in our atrium and enjoy giveaways featuring UV bracelets and sun screen samples!
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Question It? Discover It! is sponsored by University of Mississippi Medical Center

Magic Monday: Once Upon a Summer
2023-06-19 09:00 - 17:00 | MCM-Meridian, 403 22nd Avenue, Meridian, MS, 39301, United States
Magic Monday
Theme: Once Upon a Summer
The 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.
Activities from 10am – 3pm Include:

Create a Jack and the Beanstalk Parachute in WonderBox
Design a Bed for Princess and the Pea in WonderBox
Garden Games
Storytime (10am)
Three Little Pigs Building Design (10:30am & 1:30pm)
Jack and the Beanstalk Seed Activity (12pm)

Summer Hours
Monday-Saturday: 9am – 5pm
Sunday: 1pm – 6pm

Members-Only Night
2023-06-15 17:00 - 19:00
Members-Only Night
Join us on the Third Thursday in June and July as we celebrate our Members! MCM Members can enjoy the museum after-hours on June 15 and July 20 from 5:00pm – 7:00pm and preview our special summer programs!
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Magic Monday: Science Lab
2023-06-12 09:00 - 17:00 | MCM-Meridian, 403 22nd Avenue, Meridian, MS, 39301, United States
Magic Monday
Theme: Science Lab
The 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.
Activities from 10am – 3pm Include:

Kaleidoscope and Straw Rocket Crafts in WonderBox
Popsicles in the Plaza
Garden Games
Storytime (10am)
How to Grow a Rainbow (1o:30am)
Blooming Flower Experiment (12pm & 1:30pm)

Summer Hours
Monday-Saturday: 9am – 5pm
Sunday: 1pm – 6pm

Guest Author: TaNeil Abraham
2023-06-10 14:00 - 14:30 | MCM-Meridian, 403 22nd Avenue, Meridian, MS, 39301, United States
Guest Author: TaNeil Abraham
MCM-Meridian will welcome children’s book author, TaNeil Abraham, to the museum on Saturday, June 10, at 2pm. She will read her book, Sea Turtle Express, in the museum library.
Copies of Sea Turtle Express will be available for sale and a book signing will take place promptly after story time.
Book Summary:
Sally Seahorse, Steve Stingray, Ollie Octopus, and Penny Pufferfish are excited to go on an adventure aboard the Sea Turtle Express- they heard it ends with a special surprise! They travel throughout the ocean, stopping at various places to visit different types of amazing sea animals. Sally Seahorse doesn’t think they need rules on the Sea Turtle Express, but at each stop finds out the importance of learning and following rules (especially on a fun adventure)!
About the Author:
TaNeil Abraham is an author, mother of three, and military spouse who recently moved to Meridian, Mississippi. She loves learning about the ocean and the creatures within it. If she had to pick a favorite, it would be dolphins!

Shell-abrate Clean Water Day!
2023-06-10 10:00 - 15:00
Shell-abrate Clean Water Day!
Join us on June 10 from 10:00am – 3:00pm as we explore ways to help keep our ocean clean during this Splash and Bubbles: Dive In, Lend a Fin Special Event! Learn more about this Summer Exhibit.

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

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Exhibit Locally Sponsored by:

Tech Tuesday
2023-06-06 10:00 - 15:00
Tech Tuesday
Join us this summer for Tech Tuesdays! Visit our WonderBox Exhibit from 10am – 3pm every Tuesday in June and July to partake in technology-based activities and learn to code using robots!
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MPB Summer Splash Days
2023-06-06 10:00 - 12:00
MPB Summer Splash Days
Join us every Tuesday in June and July from 10:00am-12:00pm for “Summer Splash Days” with Mississippi Public Broadcasting! During this program, children will explore hands-on arts and crafts activities centered around the PBS Splash and Bubbles show! These activities will focus on the learning goals of Splash and Bubbles, which include social-emotional and marine biology concepts. Parents can also tune in to learn about tips to help caregivers engage with children after watching the programs.
Program brought to you by:

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Movement Monday Pop-Up
2023-06-05 15:30 - 16:00 | MCM-Meridian, 403 22nd Avenue, Meridian, MS, 39301, United States
Movement Monday
Pop-Up Program
Movement is not only good for the body, it’s good for the mind too! Improve your physical and mental health with a fun and interactive pop-up program every Monday at 3:30 pm this summer.
Program Activities Include:
June 5: Yoga
June 12: Obstacle Course Challenge
June 19: Line Walking
July 3: Stomp, Wiggle, Clap, Tap
July 10: Nature Yoga
July 17: Parachute Games
July 24: Balloon Fun
July 31: Egg Race Challenge

Activities are subject to change.

Magic Monday: Hello Summer
2023-06-05 09:00 - 17:00 | MCM-Meridian, 403 22nd Avenue, Meridian, MS, 39301, United States
Magic Monday
Theme: Hello Summer
The 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.
Activities from 10am – 3pm Include:

Bubble Wand and Beach Collages in WonderBox
Garden Games
Storytime at 10am
Sidewalk Chalk Painting
Ice Cube Paintings (11:30am & 1:30pm)

Summer Hours
Monday-Saturday: 9am – 5pm
Sunday: 1pm – 6pm

Summer Camps
2023-06-05 - 2023-06-09 | MCM-Meridian, 403 22nd Avenue, Meridian, MS, 39301, United States
2023 Summer Camps
The Mississippi Children’s Museum – Meridian is offering weekly Summer Camps!
During each 5-day camp, children 5-10 years old will enjoy enriching programatic experiences, special guests, and museum play, Monday – Friday from 8:00am to 5:00pm.
Camp Dates & Themes Include:
June 5 – 9: STEAM Through Literacy
June 12 – 16: Camp Backyard
June 19 – 23: World Explorers
June 26 – 30: Camp Creative
July 10 – 14: Super STEAM
July 17 – 21: NASA Astro
July 24 – 28: Camp Creative
Register online today!
MCM-Meridian Members get 10% off all camps!

Scholastic Book Fair
2023-06-02 - 2023-06-10 | MCM-Meridian, 403 22nd Avenue, Meridian, MS, 39301, United States
Scholastic Book Fair
The museum is hosting a Scholastic Book Fair from June 2 – 10, 2023! Museum admission is not required to shop.
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All in-person and online sales directly support the museum!

Members-Only Night
2023-06-01 17:00 - 19:00 | MCM-Meridian, 403 22nd Avenue, Meridian, MS, 39301, United States
Members-Only Night
Theme: Hawaiian Luau
Members-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.
On Thursday, June 1, celebrate summer time with a fun Hawaiian Luau-themed event with balloon animals, flower leis, treats, and more!
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Tinker Thursday
2023-06-01 10:00 - 15:00
Tinker Thursday
Join us for Tinker Thursdays this summer in June and July! Children join us in our WonderBox Exhibit from 10am – 3pm to take turns using 3D pens, wood-burning tools and bringing out our hammers. Join us weekly as we practice our creativity and bring our visions to life!
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Splash and Bubbles: Dive In, Lend a Fin!
2023-05-20 - 2023-09-03
Splash and Bubbles: Dive In, Lend a Fin!
MAY 20 – SEPTEMBER 4
Dive into the incredible world of ocean exploration in this early childhood STEM-based exhibit: Splash and Bubbles: Dive In, Lend a Fin!, based on the Jim Henson Company and Herschend Entertainment Studios PBS KIDS TV series Splash and Bubbles.
Join Splash, Bubbles and the Reeftown Rangers to explore marine biology, ocean science and different ocean ecosystems. Learn how even small actions can create a big ripple to help protect our One Big Ocean!
The museum will be closed on May 29 and July 4.
Learn More about This Exhibit
Special Events:

May 19: Members Preview Night
June 10: Shell-abrate Clean Water Day
July 8: Water Matters
August 12: Aquatic Animals Day

More Details:

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

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Exhibit Locally Sponsored by:

Splash and Bubbles Member Preview Night
2023-05-19 17:30 - 19:00
Splash and Bubbles Member Preview Night
Calling all Members! Be the FIRST to dive into this Summer’s Exhibit, Splash and Bubbles: Dive In, Lend a Fin! Members can make the first splash into this new experience on May 19, from 5:30pm – 7:00pm!
Members can join Splash, Bubbles and the Reeftown Rangers to explore marine biology, ocean science and different ocean ecosystems. Learn how even small actions can create a big ripple to help protect our One Big Ocean! During this night, we will welcome Mississippi Public Broadcasting, and explore hands-on activities and programs centered around the ocean. And don’t forget, admission to this Summer Exhibit is FREE for MCM Members!
Learn More about this Exhibit
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Question It? Discover It!
2023-05-10 09:00 - 13:00
Question It? Discover It!
For this month’s Question It? Discover It!, we are celebrating Safe Kids Week! During this week, all coalitions across the U.S plan different events surrounding the topics of Safety at home, at play and on the road. Visit their table in the atrium on Wednesday, May 10 as they provide general information on safety including heatstroke prevention, sports safety, swim safety, and more!
Question It? Discover It! is sponsored by University of Mississippi Medical Center

Members-Only Night
2023-05-04 17:00 - 19:00 | MCM-Meridian, 403 22nd Avenue, Meridian, MS, 39301, United States
Members-Only Night
Theme: May the 4th be with you
Members-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.
On Thursday, May 4th, join us in a galaxy far, far away for a Star Wars-themed event! All young jedi should come in costume and prepare for hands-on activities, treats, and much more. May the 4th be with you! We hope to see you there.
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Question It? Discover It!
2023-04-18 17:30 - 19:00
Question It? Discover It!
For this month’s Question It? Discover It!, the UMMC School of Nursing will have staff on site to provide Blood Pressure and Glucose Screenings and COVID Information. In addition, Mississippi SafeKids will provide information on heat stroke prevention, with emphasis on preventing infant car deaths during summer.
Question It? Discover It! is sponsored by University of Mississippi Medical Center

Rocky's House: Traveling Exhibit
2023-04-18 - 2023-05-14 | MCM-Meridian, 403 22nd Avenue, Meridian, MS, 39301, United States
Rocky’s House: Traveling Exhibit
Rocky’s House: Traveling Exhibit will be at the Mississippi Children’s Museum – Meridian from April 18 – May 14!
Rocky’s House introduces caregivers and children to a cast of characters representing the diverse population of Mississippi, Rocky’s Friends. Along with Rocky, they guide guests through three primary methods of language and literacy development: playing, talking, and reading. Visitors will learn about these methods and have a chance to play them into practice!
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Sensory Friendly Event
2023-04-17 15:30 - 18:30 | MCM-Meridian, 403 22nd Avenue, Meridian, MS, 39301, United States
Sensory Friendly Event
Join the Mississippi Children’s Museum – Meridian for a Sensory Friendly Event designed for children with sensory needs. On Monday, April 17 from 3:3opm – 6:30pm, children and their caregivers can experience the museum 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
Information booths with local specialists

Admission is $10 per person | Free for museum members
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Scholastic Chess Tournament
2023-04-15 09:00 - 17:00 | MCM-Meridian, 403 22nd Avenue, Meridian, MS, 39301, United States
Scholastic Chess Tournament
Join us on Saturday, April 15, 2023 for the Mississippi Children’s Museum – Meridian’s Scholastic Chess Tournament!
Since school and community chess programs have been created and revitalized, the 1500-year-old game has seen a resurgence in Mississippi. These tournaments are an important opportunity for children in Mississippi to exercise not only their skills but self-confidence. A growing body of research indicates that playing chess improves students’ problem-solving and critical thinking skills, which directly translates to their math, science, and reading scores.
Divisions:

K-3 Unrated
K-5 Unrated
K-8 Unrated
K-12 Unrated
U800 Rated (all ages welcome)
OPEN Rated (all ages welcome)

Fees:

$20 Entry Fee for Tournament Participants (For both MCM Members & Non-Members)
$5 for Each Accompanying Adult/Child (Free for MCM Members)
All entry fees include access to all museum exhibits for the day

Pre-registration is recommended & appreciated. Check-in and on-site registration will be available from 9 AM – 10 AM. Walk-ins on Saturday are welcome if capacity allows!
Rounds:
First Round starts at 10:30 AM

Everyone will play in 5 Swiss-paired, G/25+5. No eliminations.
Chess sets (board/pieces/clocks) will be provided for use during the tournament.
Trophies will be awarded to the Top 3 players in each division.

ONLINE REGISTRATION IS CLOSED!
If you have questions regarding the tournament or need more information, please e-mail BethThrasher@MSscholasticChess.org or call/text 601.941.5153.
Additional information also available at www.MSscholasticChess.org

Museum Activities from 10am – 3pm Include:

Design a woven chess board
Create a pop art chess picture
3D pattern play blocks
Magnetic building tiles
Garden games
Grab a bite or treat from D& T Grill and Snow Biz

TOURNAMENT WINNERS
K-3 Unrated
1st Meg Cancellare
2nd Hays Rankin
3rd John Robert Rankin
K-5 Unrated
1st Luke Simmons
2nd Colby Thompson
3rd Bond Hill
HM – Eli Kirby
K-8 Unrated
1st Roshitha Macha
2nd Bradley Butler
3rd Amy Cancellare
K-12 Unrated
1st Gavin Jiang
2nd Javin Jerdine
3rd James Ross
U800
1st Vithaan Bhat
2nd Earl Joseph Duhon
3rd Nathan Knight
OPEN
1st Clayton Thrasher
2nd Andy Ngo
3rd Vaidyan Sivaraman
HM Ojash Bhushan
“Top Notch” Trophies for Ages 4-13:
4 Aaron James Walker
5 Edmund Edwards
6 Audrey Lee
7 Laquarrious Finley
8 Sophia Thrasher
9 Sabrina Davis
10 Neal Lyndley Kish
11 Aadhu Sivaraman
12 Ira Bhushan
13 Charles Rom

Magic Monday
2023-04-10 09:00 - 17:00 | MCM-Meridian, 403 22nd Avenue, Meridian, MS, 39301, United States
Magic Monday
Theme: Wonders of Nature
The 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!
Activities Include:

Clothespin Dragonflies & Flower Crafts
Pollination Exploration
Tulip Bouquet Paintings
Butterfly Release
Garden Games

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Members-Only Night
2023-04-06 17:00 - 19:00 | MCM-Meridian, 403 22nd Avenue, Meridian, MS, 39301, United States
Members-Only Night
April 6: Easter Egg Hunt
Members-Only Night is an exclusive event that takes place the first Thursday each month, from 5–7 PM. Each month’s event features a new and exciting theme with special activities, after-hours museum exploration, and surprise treats for our members to enjoy.
On Thursday, April 6th, join us for a Members-Only Easter Egg Hunt in My Fantastical Backyard! The Easter Egg Hunt will begin promptly at 5:30pm.
Note: the garden will close at 4:45pm to prepare for the event.
Not a member? Join or renew today!
