Membership Preview Day Curious about becoming a member? Join us April 13th from 12pm - 1pm and see what it's like to be an MCM Member! Join 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 Read more...
Knights at the Museum Chess Tournament Join us for the Mississippi Children's Museum's Knights at the Museum Chess Tournament on March 14, 2025! 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 not only exercise their Read more...
Visting Artist: Shannon "Bayou" Williford Join 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!" Workshop Times: 10:00am - 12:00pm 1:00pm - 3:00pm Read more...
Grade Level Chess Championship Join us for the Mississippi Children's Museum's Grade Level Chess Championship on October 5, 2024! 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 not only exercise their skills, but self-confidence. A growing Read more...
Pawns N' Pajamas Join 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. 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 Read more...
Scratch Day Kick 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 Read more...
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 Read more...
Sensory Friendly Hours Join 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. During your Read more...
Sensory Friendly Hours Join 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. During your visit, you Read more...
MSCA Bughouse Chess Championship Join us for the Mississippi Children's Museum's MSCA Bughouse Chess Championship on January 27, 2024! 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 not only exercise their skills, but self-confidence. A growing Read more...
Magical Yuletide Celebration This event has been postponed to 2024. Stay tuned for more information to come! Still 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! Enjoy authentic libations supplied by Dogmud Tavern & Read more...
