Mississippi Children's Museum

Closed for Labor Day
2026-09-07 | Mississippi
Closed for Labor Day
The museum will be closed in observance of Labor Day.

Rocky's Book Club
2026-09-06 14:00 - 14:30, 2026-09-05 11:00 - 11:30, 2026-09-04 10:00, 2026-09-03 10:00, 2026-08-30 14:00 - 14:30, 2026-08-29 11:00 - 11:30, 2026-08-28 10:00, 2026-08-27 10:00 (America/Chicago) | MCM-Meridian, 403 22nd Avenue, Meridian, MS, 39301, United States
Rocky’s Book Club

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

Art Smart
2026-09-06 14:00 - 14:30, 2026-08-30 14:00 - 14:30 | MCM, 2145 Museum Boulevard, Jackson, MS, 39202, United States
Art Smart
Bring your little artist to the museum every Sunday at 2:00pm for Art Smart! This program suctions as a mini art class, where we will spend each week building onto the skills we learned in past programs. Join us as we break down the basics of sketching, drawing, painting, color theory, and more!
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Read With Me
2026-09-05 15:30 - 16:00, 2026-09-03 15:30 - 16:00, 2026-08-29 15:30 - 16:00, 2026-08-27 15:30 - 16:00 | Mississippi
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

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Know to Grow
2026-09-05 10:00 - 10:30, 2026-08-29 10:00 - 10:30 | MCM, 2145 Museum Boulevard, Jackson, MS, 39202, United States
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 together to complete a hands-on gardening activity!
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Know to Grow is sponsored by Feild CoOp Association

Splash Pad Open on Weekends
2026-09-05 - 2026-09-06, 2026-08-29 - 2026-08-30 | Mississippi
Splash Pad Open
Our Splash Pad will be open for play May 2 – September 6!
Come beat the heat on MCM’s Splash Pad this summer! This experience is located on the C Spire plaza in front of the museum, and is free and open to the public.
Please note the Splash Pad hours below…
Hours: May 2 – July 26
Weather Permitting:

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

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

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

Please remember to bring a towel and dry clothes for entry to the museum. Museum admission is not required to play on Splash Pad.
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Artful Friday
2026-09-04 15:30, 2026-08-28 15:30 | MCM-Meridian, 403 22nd Avenue, Meridian, MS, 39301, United States
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.

Farm Bureau Spotlight
2026-09-04 10:00 - 10:30, 2026-08-28 10:00 - 10:30 | MCM, 2145 Museum Boulevard, Jackson, MS, 39202, United States
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 different aspect of agriculture while incorporating our STEAM, Mississippi heritage, and health initiatives. We will cover beekeeping, growing produce, the chemistry of food, veterinary medicine, farming, irrigation, the water cycle, forestry, fishing, and much more!
Don’t miss out on Farm Bureau Friday! Every Friday, Farm Bureau Members receive $5 admission by showing their valid membership card at the front desk! This offer is provided exclusively to members of Mississippi Farm Bureau Federation at our JACKSON location.
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Farm Bureau Spotlight is sponsored by Farm Bureau of Mississippi

Know to Grow
2026-09-03 15:30, 2026-08-27 15:30 | MCM-Meridian, 403 22nd Avenue, Meridian, MS, 39301, United States
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 activity!

Mindful Mornings
2026-09-03 11:00 - 11:30 | MCM, 2145 Museum Boulevard, Jackson, MS, 39202, United States
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 first Thursday of every month at 11:00am as we care for the mind, body, and soul.
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Mindful Mornings is sponsored by Hinds Behavioral Health Services

ABC Come Play with Me
2026-09-01 10:00 | MCM-Meridian, 403 22nd Avenue, Meridian, MS, 39301, United States
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.
Join us every Tuesday at 10:00 am as we use our five senses to discover our incredible world.

CLOSED for Fall Fix Up
2026-08-31 - 2026-09-02 | MCM-Meridian, 403 22nd Avenue, Meridian, MS, 39301, United States
Closed for Fall Fix Up
The museum will be closed from August 31 – September 2 as we take time for our annual Fall Fix Up!
During this short closure, volunteers will help with painting, repairs, and deep cleaning after a fun-filled summer. These updates are essential to keep the museum looking its best for families all year long.
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CLOSED for Fall Fix Up
2026-08-31 - 2026-09-02 | Mississippi
Closed for Fall Fix Up
The museum will be closed August 31 – September 2 for Fall Fix Up. During this time, volunteers will work to repair, paint, and clean the facility after a busy summer of fun! This process is necessary to keep the museum in excellent condition for visitors throughout the year.

Wonder Wednesday
2026-08-26 15:30 - 16:00 | Mississippi Children’s Museum, 2145 Museum Boulevard, Jackson, Mississippi, 39202
Join us for Wonder Wednesday every Wednesday at 3:30 pm in the WonderBox gallery as we explore the world around us through our STEAM initiative! This program will utilize hands-on experiments and experiences to cultivate curiosity in guests of all ages!

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