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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-2/2025-11-23/
LOCATION:Mississippi Children’s Museum\, 2145 Museum Boulevard\, Jackson\, Mississippi\, 39202
CATEGORIES:Jackson
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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-2/2025-10-26/
LOCATION:Mississippi Children’s Museum\, 2145 Museum Boulevard\, Jackson\, Mississippi\, 39202
CATEGORIES:Jackson
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SUMMARY:Lights On Afterschool
DESCRIPTION:Lights on Afterschool\nJoin us on Tuesday\, October 21 from 5:30pm – 7:00pm for Lights on Afterschool! Lights on Afterschool is a national celebration for afterschool programs across the country. During this evening\, guests will enjoy a complimentary dinner and learn more about MCM’s afterschool program\, Launch into Learning\, and the importance of programs like these in our community. \nVendors On-Site\n\nUMMC Pharmacy\nFirst Tee of MS\nMcClean Fletcher Center\nJPS Partners in Education\nCollege Savings 529\nUMMC School of Nursing\n\n 
URL:https://mschildrensmuseum.org/event/lights-on-afterschool/
LOCATION:Mississippi Children’s Museum\, 2145 Museum Boulevard\, Jackson\, Mississippi\, 39202
CATEGORIES:Jackson
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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-2/2025-09-28/
LOCATION:Mississippi Children’s Museum\, 2145 Museum Boulevard\, Jackson\, Mississippi\, 39202
CATEGORIES:Jackson
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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-2/2025-08-24/
LOCATION:Mississippi Children’s Museum\, 2145 Museum Boulevard\, Jackson\, Mississippi\, 39202
CATEGORIES:Jackson
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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-2/2025-07-27/
LOCATION:Mississippi Children’s Museum\, 2145 Museum Boulevard\, Jackson\, Mississippi\, 39202
CATEGORIES:Jackson
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250622T130000
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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-2/2025-06-22/
LOCATION:Mississippi Children’s Museum\, 2145 Museum Boulevard\, Jackson\, Mississippi\, 39202
CATEGORIES:Jackson
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250614T140000
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SUMMARY:Visiting Artist: Arianna Marcell
DESCRIPTION:Visting Artist: Arianna Marcell\nJoin us on Saturday\, June 14 for our Visiting Artist\, Arianna Marcell! She is currently a Specialty Instructor of Dance at Belhaven University and she enjoys dancing and choreographing as a company artist with Kinetic Etchings. \nWorkshop Times:\n\n9:00am – 11:00pm\n12:00pm – 2:00pm\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-arianna-marcell/
LOCATION:Mississippi Children’s Museum\, 2145 Museum Boulevard\, Jackson\, Mississippi\, 39202
CATEGORIES:Jackson
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250607T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250607T120000
DTSTAMP:20260421T155701
CREATED:20250514T151037Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250522T193813Z
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SUMMARY:Visiting Artist: Jerry Jenkins
DESCRIPTION:Visting Artist: Jerry Jenkins\nJoin us on Saturday\, June 7 for our Visiting Artist\, Jerry Jenkins! Jenkins is a versatile artist who shares the rich history and culture of West Africa through the rhythms of the djembe drum. \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-jerry-jenkins-2/
LOCATION:Mississippi Children’s Museum\, 2145 Museum Boulevard\, Jackson\, Mississippi\, 39202
CATEGORIES:Jackson
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250531T170000
DTSTAMP:20260421T155701
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SUMMARY:Visiting Artist: Jerry Jenkins
DESCRIPTION:Visting Artist: Jerry Jenkins\nJoin us on Saturday\, May 31 for our Visiting Artist\, Jerry Jenkins! Jenkins is a versatile artist who shares the rich history and culture of West Africa through the rhythms of the djembe drum. \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-jerry-jenkins-3/
LOCATION:Mississippi Children’s Museum\, 2145 Museum Boulevard\, Jackson\, Mississippi\, 39202
CATEGORIES:Jackson
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250525T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250525T130000
DTSTAMP:20260421T155701
CREATED:20240102T163552Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251227T031615Z
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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-2/2025-05-25/
LOCATION:Mississippi Children’s Museum\, 2145 Museum Boulevard\, Jackson\, Mississippi\, 39202
CATEGORIES:Jackson
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250427T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250427T130000
DTSTAMP:20260421T155701
CREATED:20240102T163552Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251227T031615Z
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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-2/2025-04-27/
LOCATION:Mississippi Children’s Museum\, 2145 Museum Boulevard\, Jackson\, Mississippi\, 39202
CATEGORIES:Jackson
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250413T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250413T130000
DTSTAMP:20260421T155701
CREATED:20250327T154608Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250409T170037Z
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SUMMARY:Membership Preview Day
DESCRIPTION:Membership Preview Day\nCurious about becoming a member? Join us April 13th from 12pm – 1pm and see what it’s like to be an MCM Member! \nJoin us for an hour of FREE playtime in the museum—no strings attached! After all the fun\, children will enjoy a hands-on activity while caregivers learn all about the exciting benefits of museum membership. \nHere’s what you can expect:\n\nOne full hour of open play in our exhibits\nA fun activity just for children\nA relaxed info session for caregivers to explore membership perks\nPlus special offers for anyone who joins this day!\n\nCome play\, learn\, and discover why our members love being part of the family! \nRegister Here!
URL:https://mschildrensmuseum.org/event/membership-preview-day/
LOCATION:Mississippi Children’s Museum\, 2145 Museum Boulevard\, Jackson\, Mississippi\, 39202
CATEGORIES:Jackson
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250314T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250314T200000
DTSTAMP:20260421T155701
CREATED:20240209T155707Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250313T143458Z
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SUMMARY:Knights at the Museum Chess Tournament
DESCRIPTION:Knights at the Museum Chess Tournament\nJoin us for the Mississippi Children’s Museum’s Knights at the Museum Chess Tournament on March 14\, 2025! \nSince 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 not only exercise 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. \nUnrated Divisions:\n\nK-2\nK-4\nK-8\nK-12\n\nRegistration Fees:\n\n$20 Entry Fee per Tournament Participant (For both MCM Members & Non-Members)\n$8 per Accompanying Adult/Child (Free for MCM Members)\nAll fees will increase by $5 for walk-in registrants\nOnline registration closes on March 12 at 12:00pm\nAll entry fees include access to all museum exhibits during the event only\nAdults can attend the chess tournament for no charge\, as long as they are not entering the museum.\n\nPre-registration is recommended & appreciated. Check-in and on-site registration will be available from 5:00pm – 5:30pm. Walk-in registration will be cash-only. Please note that seats are limited and available on a first-come\, first-served basis\, so we highly recommend pre-registering. \nRounds:\n\nFirst round begins at 5:30pm\nEveryone will play 4 rounds\, G/10+3. No eliminations.\nChess sets (board/pieces/clocks) will be provided for use during the tournament.\n\nAwards:\n\n\n\n\nAwards will go to the top 3 players in each division\nAwards will be given at 7:30pm\n\n\n\n\nQuestions? Please email BethThrasher@MSscholasticChess.org or Call/Text 601.941.5153. \nPre-Registration is Closed
URL:https://mschildrensmuseum.org/event/knights-at-the-museum/
LOCATION:Mississippi Children’s Museum\, 2145 Museum Boulevard\, Jackson\, Mississippi\, 39202
CATEGORIES:Jackson
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241130T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241130T150000
DTSTAMP:20260421T155701
CREATED:20241114T215411Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241114T215411Z
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SUMMARY:Visiting Artist: Shannon Williford
DESCRIPTION:Visting Artist: Shannon “Bayou” Williford\nJoin us on Saturday\, November 30 for our Visiting Artist\, Shannon “Bayou” Williford! Shannon is an award-winning musician and educator\, whose focus is centered around the blues. Don’t miss this engaging workshop where together\, you can write your own “Mississippi Blues Song!” \nWorkshop Times:\n\n10:00am – 12:00pm\n1:00pm – 3:00pm\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-shannon-williford/
LOCATION:Mississippi Children’s Museum\, 2145 Museum Boulevard\, Jackson\, Mississippi\, 39202
CATEGORIES:Jackson
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241005T081500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241005T170000
DTSTAMP:20260421T155701
CREATED:20220831T180014Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241002T143739Z
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SUMMARY:Grade Level Chess Championship
DESCRIPTION:Grade Level Chess Championship\nJoin us for the Mississippi Children’s Museum’s Grade Level Chess Championship on October 5\, 2024! \nSince 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 not only exercise 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. \nUnrated Divisions:\nUnrated Divisions will play 5 Rounds SS\, G/25+5 \n\nK-1\nK-3\nK-5\n\nUSCF Rated Divisions:\nRated Divisions will play 4 Rounds SS\, G/40+5. Players in these divisions must have USChess Membership. Membership sign-ups will be available on-site and on their website. \n\nK-7\nK-9\nK-12\n\nRegistration Fees:\n\n$30 Entry Fee for Tournament Participants (For both MCM Members & Non-Members)\n$8 for Each Accompanying Adult/Child (Free for MCM Members)\nAll fees will increase for day-of participants.\nAll entry fees include access to all museum exhibits for the duration of the event\n\nPre-registration is recommended & appreciated. Check-in and on-site registration will be available from 8:15am – 9:15am. Walk-ins are welcome! Please note that seats are limited and available on a first-come\, first-served basis\, so we highly recommend pre-registering. \nRounds:\n\nFirst Round starts at 9:30am\nChess sets (board/pieces/clocks) will be provided for use during the tournament.\nTiebreaks for first place will be determined by two G/3+2 games to be played at the end of the Last round. With a tie of three or four players\, a single round robin of G/3+2 will be played. In the event of a tie from the blitz games\, Armageddon match(es) draw odds for black determined by bid.\n\nAwards:\n\n“Top Girl” in all rated divisions\n“Biggest Upset” in all rated divisions\nAll Unrated Divisions: Trophies awarded to 1st – 7th place winners\nAll Rated Divisions: Trophies awarded to 1st – 10th place winners\n\nQuestions? Please email BethThrasher@MSscholasticChess.org or Call/Text 601.941.5153. \nWalk-ins Welcome!
URL:https://mschildrensmuseum.org/event/chess-championship/
LOCATION:Mississippi Children’s Museum\, 2145 Museum Boulevard\, Jackson\, Mississippi\, 39202
CATEGORIES:Jackson
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240920T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240920T193000
DTSTAMP:20260421T155701
CREATED:20230801T192903Z
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SUMMARY:Pawns N' Pajamas
DESCRIPTION:Pawns N’ Pajamas\nJoin us for the Mississippi Children’s Museum’s Pawns N’ Pajamas Chess Tournament on Friday\, September 20\, 2024! Participants are encouraged to come dressed in their coziest pajamas. \nSince 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 not only exercise 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. \nDivisions:\n\nK-2 Unrated\nK-4 Unrated\nK-7 Unrated\nK-12 Unrated\n\nRegistration Fees\n\n$15 Entry Fee for Tournament Participants (For both MCM Members & Non-Members)\n$8 for Each Accompanying Adult/Child (Free for MCM Members)\nAll entry fees include access to all museum exhibits for the duration of the event\nAll fees increase by $5 for day-of registrants\n\nPre-registration is recommended & appreciated. Check-in and on-site registration will be available from 5:00pm – 5:30pm. Walk-ins are welcome! Please note that seats are limited and available on a first-come\, first-served basis\, so we highly recommend pre-registering. \nRounds:\nFirst Round starts at 5:30pm | Awards announced at 7:30pm \n\nEveryone will play in 4 rounds\, G/10+3. No eliminations. \nChess sets (board/pieces/clocks) will be provided for use during the tournament. \nTrophies will be awarded to the Top 3 players in each division. \n\nQuestions regarding the tournament? Email BethThrasher@MSscholasticChess.org or Call/Text 601.941.5153. \nOnline Registration Has Closed
URL:https://mschildrensmuseum.org/event/pawns-n-pajamas/
LOCATION:Mississippi Children’s Museum\, 2145 Museum Boulevard\, Jackson\, Mississippi\, 39202
CATEGORIES:Jackson
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240914T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240914T170000
DTSTAMP:20260421T155701
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SUMMARY:Scratch Day
DESCRIPTION:Scratch Day\n\nKick off the Mississippi Science Fest at Scratch Day on September 14\, 2024! This is a day dedicated to exposing children and families to hands-on coding and STEM programming. During this event\, guests will engage in learning with light up foam animals\, a robot playground and an opportunity to create a unique digital family banner using Scratch coding system!  \n\nThanks to the C Spire Foundation\, the first 300 registrants of Scratch Day will receive free entry to the museum!\nThis event is free and open to the public.\n\nIn partnership with Mississippi State University Center for Cyber Education \n\nRegister for Scratch Day\nLearn More about Mississippi Science Fest
URL:https://mschildrensmuseum.org/event/scratch-day/
LOCATION:Mississippi Children’s Museum\, 2145 Museum Boulevard\, Jackson\, Mississippi\, 39202
CATEGORIES:Jackson
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240728T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240728T130000
DTSTAMP:20260421T155701
CREATED:20240102T163552Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251227T031612Z
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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-2/2024-07-28/
LOCATION:Mississippi Children’s Museum\, 2145 Museum Boulevard\, Jackson\, Mississippi\, 39202
CATEGORIES:Jackson
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240721T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240721T130000
DTSTAMP:20260421T155701
CREATED:20240417T210635Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240417T210947Z
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SUMMARY:Sensory Friendly Hours
DESCRIPTION:Sensory Friendly Hours\nJoin the Mississippi Children’s Museum – Meridian for Sensory Friendly Hours on Sunday\, July 21 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\nAdmission is $10/person and free for museum members. Guests are welcome to stay and play past designated Sensory Friendly Hours. The museum is open to the public on Sundays from 1pm – 6pm.  \nPurchase Tickets
URL:https://mschildrensmuseum.org/event/sensory-friendly-hours-4/
LOCATION:Mississippi Children’s Museum\, 2145 Museum Boulevard\, Jackson\, Mississippi\, 39202
CATEGORIES:Meridian
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240609T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240609T130000
DTSTAMP:20260421T155701
CREATED:20240417T210524Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240417T211015Z
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SUMMARY:Sensory Friendly Hours
DESCRIPTION:Sensory Friendly Hours\nJoin the Mississippi Children’s Museum – Meridian for Sensory Friendly Hours on Sunday\, June 9 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\nAdmission is $10/person and free for museum members. Guests are welcome to stay and play past designated Sensory Friendly Hours. The museum is open to the public on Sundays from 1pm – 6pm.  \nPurchase Tickets
URL:https://mschildrensmuseum.org/event/sensory-friendly-hours-3/
LOCATION:Mississippi Children’s Museum\, 2145 Museum Boulevard\, Jackson\, Mississippi\, 39202
CATEGORIES:Meridian
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240127T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240127T170000
DTSTAMP:20260421T155701
CREATED:20231228T160437Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240124T160440Z
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SUMMARY:MSCA Bughouse Chess Championship
DESCRIPTION:MSCA Bughouse Chess Championship\nJoin us for the Mississippi Children’s Museum’s MSCA Bughouse Chess Championship on January 27\, 2024! \nSince 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 not only exercise 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. \nUnrated Divisions:\n\nK-5\nK-8\nK-12\n\nRegistration Fees:\n\n$20 Entry Fee per Tournament Participant (For both MCM Members & Non-Members)\n$5 per Accompanying Adult/Child (Free for MCM Members)\nAll fees will increase by $5 for walk-in registrants\nOnline registration closes on Jan. 24\, 2024\nAll entry fees include access to all museum exhibits during the event only\n\nPre-registration is recommended & appreciated. Check-in and on-site registration will be available in the EDU from 9:00am – 10:30am. Walk-in registration will be cash-only. Please note that seats are limited and available on a first-come\, first-served basis\, so we highly recommend pre-registering. \nRounds:\n\nFirst round begins at 12:00pm\nEveryone will play in 10 rounds (Swiss Paired)\, G/5+0 Partner Bughouse. No eliminations.\nA player without a partner will be paired with another lone player on the day of.\nChess sets (board/pieces/clocks) will be provided for use during the tournament.\nTiebreaks by: Modified Median\, Sokoloff & Cumulative Calculations\n\nAwards:\n\n\n\nTeams with a single unrated player will be awarded according to the other player’s rating. If both players are unrated\, the team is only eligible for the lower rating award category. \n\n\n\n\nK12: 1st – 3rd Partner Teams with Average USCF Rating OVER 1000\nK12: 1st – 3rd Partner Teams with Average USCF Rating U1000 \nK8: 1st – 3rd Partner Teams with Average USCF Rating OVER 700\nK8: 1st – 3rd Partner Teams with Average USCF Rating U700\nK5: 1st – 3rd Partner Teams with Average USCF Rating OVER 400\nK5: 1st – 3rd Partner Teams with Average USCF Rating U400 \n\nQuestions? Please email BethThrasher@MSscholasticChess.org or Call/Text 601.941.5153. \nOnline Registration has Closed
URL:https://mschildrensmuseum.org/event/msca-bughouse-chess-championship/
LOCATION:Mississippi Children’s Museum\, 2145 Museum Boulevard\, Jackson\, Mississippi\, 39202
CATEGORIES:Jackson
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231230T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231230T230000
DTSTAMP:20260421T155701
CREATED:20231020T195952Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231219T142812Z
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SUMMARY:Postponed: Magical Yuletide Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Magical Yuletide Celebration\nThis event has been postponed to 2024. Stay tuned for more information to come! \nStill waiting on your acceptance letter to magic school? Consider this your owl and join the Mississippi Children’s Museum at the first ever Magical Yuletide Celebration on December 30\, 2023!  \nEnjoy authentic libations supplied by Dogmud Tavern & Queen’s Reward Meadery\, mystical programs hosted by MCM\, house cup and ultimate elimination trivia rounds coordinated by Dogmud Tavern\, and live music by Gabriel Bass. \nTest your fandom knowledge with two trivia rounds starting with traditional house cup trivia early in the evening! Be bold and stay late to stretch your skills and compete against your friends in a Ultimate Elimination Magic Hour Trivia. Do you have what it takes to be the last wizard standing? \n\nCostume Content\nHeavy English Hors D’oeuvres\nHouse Cup Trivia + Ultimate Elimination Trivia\nWand Making\nSensory Potions\nMagical New Years Wishes\nCandle Making\n\n$55/Person | Limited Tickets Available | Ages 21+ | 7:00pm – 11:00pm \nSponsored by: 
URL:https://mschildrensmuseum.org/event/magical-yuletide-celebration/
LOCATION:Mississippi Children’s Museum\, 2145 Museum Boulevard\, Jackson\, Mississippi\, 39202
CATEGORIES:Jackson
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