Mississippi Children's Museum

Magic Monday
2026-07-06 09:00 - 17:00, 2026-06-29 09:00 - 17:00 (America/Chicago) | MS
Magic Monday
Did you know MCM is open for special, holiday Mondays from 9 am – 5 pm 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 guests learn about making delicious and nutritious food and snacks.
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WonderBox Workshop
2026-07-06 08:30 - 10:30 | Mississippi Children’s Museum, 2145 Museum Boulevard, Jackson, Mississippi, 39202
WonderBox Workshop: Mystery at the Museum | Help! Kareem Is Trapped!
Escape Room Style Experience
A mystery is unfolding and Kareem needs help! In this thrilling escape-room challenge, participants will work together to decode clues, solve puzzles, and uncover hidden secrets to complete the mission. Each challenge brings them closer to solving the mystery in this fast-paced adventure that combines teamwork, strategy, and creative thinking.
Information

Target Audience: 8-11 year olds
When: July 6 | 8:30am – 10:30am

Cost: $55 for Members / $65 for Non-Members

Additional children who want to play in the museum during this workshop? Add “Discounted General Admission” at checkout for each additional guest! (Note: Any additional guests MUST prepay online to receive the discounted admission rate.)
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Drop off is between 8-8:30am with pick-up at the end of the workshop (Note: There is an additional fee of $5 per minute per child for any children remaining more than 5 minutes past the end of the workshop)
Snack will be provided. (If you have a specific allergy question, please let us know!)

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Discover all of our WonderBox Workshops this summer:
June 1: Scratch Jr. Workshop | June 8: 3D Printing | June 15: ABC Storybook | June 22: Young Storytellers | June 29: Mystery at the Museum | July 6: Mystery at the Museum | July 13: Builder Workshop | July 20: Woodn’t You Like to Build with Me?

Rocky's Book Club
2026-07-05 14:00 - 14:30, 2026-07-04 11:00 - 11:30, 2026-07-03 10:00, 2026-07-02 10:00, 2026-07-01 10:00, 2026-06-28 14:00 - 14:30 | 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
2026-07-05 14:00 - 14:30, 2026-06-28 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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Know to Grow
2026-07-04 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

Patriotic Day
2026-07-04 09:00 - 14:00 | MCM-Meridian, 403 22nd Avenue, Meridian, MS, 39301, United States
Wear your red, white, and blue and join us at MCM-Meridian to celebrate America’s 250th birthday on July 4 from 9 am to 2 pm!
Free for MCM Members | $10/Person for Non-Members | Tickets Available at the Door
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Patriotic Day
2026-07-04 09:00 - 13:00 | MS
Patriotic Day
Celebrate America’s 250th birthday at the museum! Join us in your patriotic best for a star-spangled birthday bash, sure to go down in the history books!
*Museum will close at 2:00pm on July 4, 2026
Programs & Activities
9:00am – 1:00pm: Patriotic Craft Stations
10:00am – 1:00pm: Costumed Characters from the Daughters of the American Revolution
10:30am & 11:30am: Musical Performances
11:00am & 12:30pm: Fife & Drum Parade
11:00am: Patriotic Storytime from the Attorney General’s Office
12:00pm: Confetti and Cupcakes
1:00pm: Popsicles on the Plaza

Red Rocket Café Special Menu:
Hamburgers, Hot Dogs and Apple Pie Milkshakes
*additional purchase required
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Fun Friday
2026-07-03 15:30 - 16:00 | MS
Fun Friday
TGIF! Come kick off your weekend this summer every Friday at 3:30pm with a fun activity!
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Artful Friday
2026-07-03 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
2026-07-03 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

Read With Me
2026-07-02 15:30 - 16:00 | MS
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
2026-07-02 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
2026-07-02 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 us every Thursday this summer 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

Wonder Wednesday
2026-07-01 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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Wonder Wednesday
2026-07-01 15:30 | MCM-Meridian, 403 22nd Avenue, Meridian, MS, 39301, United States
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.
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ABC Come Play With Me
2026-07-01 10:00 - 10:30 | MS
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 project or sensory experience.
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ABC Come Play with Me is sponsored by International Paper.

Tech Tuesday
2026-06-30 15:30 | MCM-Meridian, 403 22nd Avenue, Meridian, MS, 39301, United States
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.

Juggling with Chessa
2026-06-30 12:00 - 12:30 | MS
Juggling with Chessa
Did you know you can juggle with more than just balls? Discover the fun and skill of juggling with MCM team member Chessa every Tuesday at 12:00 PM this summer!
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Rocky's Book Club
2026-06-30 10:00 - 10:30 | MS
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 week for Rocky’s Book Club as we read some of Rocky’s favorite books for children 0-5+ years old. View program page.
Program Schedule:

Tuesday at 10:00am

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ABC Come Play with Me
2026-06-30 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.

Magic Monday: Red, White, & You
2026-06-29 09:00 - 17:00 | MCM-Meridian, 403 22nd Avenue, Meridian, MS, 39301, United States
Magic Monday
Did you know MCM-Meridian 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 special museum programing.

Featured Activities
Star-Spangled Spin Art | 11:00 AM
All Day Fun

Heart Flag Creations
All-American Art Wreath
Patriotic Puppet Creations

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WonderBox Workshop
2026-06-29 08:30 - 10:00 | Mississippi Children’s Museum, 2145 Museum Boulevard, Jackson, Mississippi, 39202
WonderBox Workshop: Mystery at the Museum | Help Rocky Find his Fishing Pole
Escape Room Style Experience
Something mysterious has happened, Rocky’s fishing pole has gone missing! Young detectives will work together to solve clues, complete challenges, and unlock puzzles as they track down the missing item. This interactive escape-room style adventure encourages teamwork, creative thinking, and problem-solving as participants follow the trail of clues.
Information

Target Audience: 4-8 year olds
When: June 29 | 8:30am – 10:00am

Cost: $50 for Members / $60 for Non-Members

Additional children who want to play in the museum during this workshop? Add “Discounted General Admission” at checkout for each additional guest! (Note: Any additional guests MUST prepay online to receive the discounted admission rate.)
MORE INFORMATION

Drop off is between 8-8:30am with pick-up at the end of the workshop (Note: There is an additional fee of $5 per minute per child for any children remaining more than 5 minutes past the end of the workshop)
Snack will be provided. (If you have a specific allergy question, please let us know!)

REGISTER HERE!
Discover all of our WonderBox Workshops this summer:
June 1: Scratch Jr. Workshop | June 8: 3D Printing | June 15: ABC Storybook | June 22: Young Storytellers | June 29: Mystery at the Museum | July 6: Mystery at the Museum | July 13: Builder Workshop | July 20: Woodn’t You Like to Build with Me?

Sensory Friendly Hours
2026-06-28 11:00 - 13:00 | Mississippi Children’s Museum, 2145 Museum Boulevard, Jackson, Mississippi, 39202
Sensory Friendly Hours
Join the Mississippi Children’s Museum for Sensory Friendly Hours on the 4th Sunday of every month 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 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

Please contact MCM’s Director of Education and Programs, Monique Ealey, at monique@mcm.ms to learn more.
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