Looking for some kid-friendly fun in the Santa Rosa area? Why not visit the Children’s Museum!? We regularly host programs and special events for kids designed to blend playtime and learning. Check out upcoming events for the week ahead here!
Planning a trip to Sonoma County with the family? Our calendar shows programs and events months in advance so you can include family-friendly activities in your visit.
Model Trains with REGRS
The Redwood Empire Garden Railway Society (REGRS) will have their model train on display in the Dow Event Center from May 13th to May 19th from 10:00am – 2:00pm.
Member Mornings with Coffee!
We LOVE our members! On Sunday mornings the Children’s Museum dedicates the first 2 hours of the day to members only. Enjoy complimentary coffee on the house! Interested in becoming…
S.T.E.A.M Room
Visit our S.T.E.A.M. Room, in the Dow Event Center adjacent to Ella’s Art Studio, open every weekend from 10:00pm – 3:00pm. Children and families can explore activities and materials at their own pace.
S.T.E.A.M stands for Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math. The provided activities and materials engage children in these principles and concepts and rotate monthly.
Nature Explorers
Our newest program, Nature Explorers, helps families explore the art and science of the natural world. Join us with an experienced California Naturalist through a variety of programs with hands-on…
Garden Party!
Come to Garden Party and join Farmer Emily in maintaining our thriving edible garden! Through hands-on science and art activities, you will learn more about sustainable gardening practices you can use beyond our walls in your own home garden. There might even be something to harvest for your next meal!
Model Trains with Coastal Valley Lines
Coastal Valley Lines Model Railroad Club of Sonoma County (CVLRR) will have their model train on display in the Dow Event Center from May 21st to May 28th from 10:00am – 2:00pm.
Nature Explorers – Saplings
Geared toward children 4 years and up, this hands-on program lets little ones experience and explore nature around the Museum with a California Naturalist.
Big Thinkers
Join Nick and the Museum team for Big Thinkers, a special program designed to engage older children. Engage in unique experiences and experiments using scientific concepts, physics, engineering, and art through science.
(Geared toward children ages 5+)
Cuentos con Ritmo (Stories with Rhythm)
Cuentos con Ritmo is a weekly Spanish Language Story Time class that incorporates books/stories, music, movement, and fun! This program brings understanding, appreciation, and joy to another language and culture. This program is much more than a Storytime, it’s an engaging/sing-along/celebration of the Spanish language and culture!
“The creation of something new is not accomplished by the intellect but by the play instinct.”
–Carl Jung