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SUMMARY:Visiting Artist: Jo Patterson
DESCRIPTION:Visting Artist: Jo Patterson\nJoin us on Saturday\, April 4\, for a special experience with our Visiting Artist\, Jo Pattersonl! \nPatterson is a member of the Teaching Artist Guild\, Craftsmen’s Guild of Mississippi\, and the Louisiana Craft Guild.  She has honed her skills as a Teaching Artist with over 30 years of teaching as a residency artist at various institutes across the United States. She is a Mixed Media artist currently exploring metalsmithing and lapidary arts designing and forging artisan jewelry. Join us for her “Collaborative Earth Day Collage” workshop. \nWorkshop Time:\n\n10:00am – 12:00pm\n\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-jo-patterson/
LOCATION:Mississippi Children’s Museum\, 2145 Museum Boulevard\, Jackson\, Mississippi\, 39202
CATEGORIES:Jackson
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SUMMARY:Bunnies & Butterflies
DESCRIPTION:Spring is right around the corner and we are fluttering with excitement for our annual Bunnies and Butterflies event on April 4! Celebrate Spring at MCM with fun educational activities galore as our beautiful outdoor exhibit\, Enchanted Land of Story\, springs to life. \nThis event is the perfect way to welcome the warm\, sunny weather of the new season. Guests will enjoy gardening activities\, learn about our tiny insect friends\, create a pair of bunny ears or butterfly wings\, and so much more. Members can enjoy entry at 8:00am for face painting and flower crowns! \nActivities & Programs\n9:00 am – 3:00 pm: \n\nButterfly Wing Design\nNature Bookmarks\nButterfly Life Cycle Sensory Bins\nAdopt-a-Worm in MCM’s Enchanted Land of Story\nCamouflage Critters\nKinetic Sand Garden\n9:00 am – 1:30 pm: Face Painting (please note: there is a charge of $10 per face)\n10:00 am & 1:00 pm: Know to Grow\n10:00 am: Visiting Artist: Jo Patterson\n10:00 am – 12:00 pm & 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm: 3D Pen Creatures\n10:45 am & 1:45 pm: Read to the Seeds\n11:30 am & 2:30 pm: Science of Bubbles\n2:00 pm: Reading of Brooklyn Braveheart by author Shayla Swan\n\n  \nFree for MCM Members | $13/Person for Non-Members | Tickets Available at the Door \nPurchase Tickets to the Museum
URL:https://mschildrensmuseum.org/event/bunnies-butterflies/
LOCATION:MCM\, 2145 Museum Boulevard\, Jackson\, MS\, 39202\, United States
CATEGORIES:Jackson
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260406
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260412
DTSTAMP:20260512T022545
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SUMMARY:Membership Appreciation Week
DESCRIPTION:Membership Appreciation Week\nGrow Your Membership this Spring! \nGrow your MCM Membership during Member Appreciation Week\, April 6 – 11\, 2026! Just like springtime at the museum\, this week is all about growth\, gratitude\, and giving back to our members. Each day\, we’ll celebrate MCM Members with special surprises\, exclusive perks\, and a little extra love as we thank you for helping our museum grow. \nMembers will receive these items when they visit the museum… \n\nDaily: Free Gift\nMagic Monday: 20% off in MCM’s Trading Post\nWednesday: Take-home Activity Kit\nFriday: Bring 1 guest for free admission (One per membership family)\nSaturday: Members-Only Program in WonderBox\n\nEXTRA PERK: Anyone who upgrades their membership or adds a dual membership to our Meridian museum will receive a FREE GIFT!  \nBecome a Member
URL:https://mschildrensmuseum.org/event/member-appreciation-week/
LOCATION:Mississippi
CATEGORIES:Jackson
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260406T170000
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SUMMARY:Magic Monday
DESCRIPTION:Magic Monday\nDid you know MCM 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.  \nEach 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. \nPurchase Tickets to the Museum
URL:https://mschildrensmuseum.org/event/magic-monday-33/
LOCATION:Mississippi
CATEGORIES:Jackson
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260113T180538Z
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SUMMARY:Rocky's Book Club
DESCRIPTION:Rocky’s Book Club\nHave 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. \nProgram Schedule: \n\nTuesday at 10:00am\n\nPurchase Tickets to the museum
URL:https://mschildrensmuseum.org/event/rockys-book-club-2/2026-04-07/
LOCATION:Mississippi
CATEGORIES:Jackson
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SUMMARY:Rocky's Book Club
DESCRIPTION:Rocky’s Book Club\nHave 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. \nProgram Schedule: \n\nTuesday at 10:00am\n\nPurchase Tickets to the museum
URL:https://mschildrensmuseum.org/event/rockys-book-club-2/2026-04-14/
LOCATION:Mississippi
CATEGORIES:Jackson
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SUMMARY:Rocky's Book Club
DESCRIPTION:Rocky’s Book Club\nHave 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. \nProgram Schedule: \n\nTuesday at 10:00am\n\nPurchase Tickets to the museum
URL:https://mschildrensmuseum.org/event/rockys-book-club-2/2026-04-21/
LOCATION:Mississippi
CATEGORIES:Jackson
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SUMMARY:Youth Summit & Life Skills Day
DESCRIPTION:Youth Summit Life Skills Day\nJoin us on April 25\, 2026 from 8 AM – 12 PM for MCM’s annual Youth Summit! High school and college students will engage with universities\, businesses\, city officials\, and community leaders during a full day of professional development focused on building leadership and essential life skills. \nOur goal is to connect you with valuable resources to support your journey through school and beyond. Prepare for an inspiring and impactful experience filled with growth\, motivation\, and empowerment—designed to equip emerging leaders with the tools they need to succeed. \nTopics for the Day: \n\nLeadership\nInfluence\nManaging Stress & Coping Strategies\nKeynote Address: “Unleash What’s Already Inside of You!” – Kayla Thompson\, WJTV\n\nIf you have any questions regarding the event\, please contact Aundreus Patterson via email aundreus@mcm.ms. \nREGISTER HERE!
URL:https://mschildrensmuseum.org/event/youth-summit/
LOCATION:Mississippi Children’s Museum\, 2145 Museum Boulevard\, Jackson\, Mississippi\, 39202
CATEGORIES:Jackson
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260425T120000
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SUMMARY:Visiting Artist: Jo Patterson
DESCRIPTION:Visting Artist: Jo Patterson\nJoin us on Saturday\, April 25\, for a special experience with our Visiting Artist\, Jo Pattersonl! \nPatterson is a member of the Teaching Artist Guild\, Craftsmen’s Guild of Mississippi\, and the Louisiana Craft Guild.  She has honed her skills as a Teaching Artist with over 30 years of teaching as a residency artist at various institutes across the United States. She is a Mixed Media artist currently exploring metalsmithing and lapidary arts designing and forging artisan jewelry. Join us for her “Collaborative Earth Day Collage” workshop. \nWorkshop Time:\n\n10:00am – 12:00pm\n\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-jo-patterson-2/
LOCATION:Mississippi Children’s Museum\, 2145 Museum Boulevard\, Jackson\, Mississippi\, 39202
CATEGORIES:Jackson
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260426T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260426T130000
DTSTAMP:20260512T022545
CREATED:20240102T163552Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251227T031624Z
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SUMMARY:Sensory Friendly Hours
DESCRIPTION:Sensory Friendly Hours\nJoin 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. \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\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/sensory-friendly-hours-2/2026-04-26/
LOCATION:Mississippi Children’s Museum\, 2145 Museum Boulevard\, Jackson\, Mississippi\, 39202
CATEGORIES:Jackson
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260428T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260428T103000
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SUMMARY:Rocky's Book Club
DESCRIPTION:Rocky’s Book Club\nHave 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. \nProgram Schedule: \n\nTuesday at 10:00am\n\nPurchase Tickets to the museum
URL:https://mschildrensmuseum.org/event/rockys-book-club-2/2026-04-28/
LOCATION:Mississippi
CATEGORIES:Jackson
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