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Manitoba Children's Museum - March 2011  
In This Issue
The Buhler Welcome Centre
New Gallery Photos
Book Your School Visit Today
Now Recruiting Staff & Volunteers
Summer Day Camp
Thank You to Our 2010 Event Supporters
Important Notice
The Children's Museum & Shop will be closed until June 3, 2011
for Capital Campaign construction and renovations.

We look forward to welcoming you and your family when we reopen
to the public at
10:00AM on
June 4, 2011!


For the most up-to-date information on construction plans and progress at the Children's Museum,   please click here.

We Need Your Help!

Capital Campaign Logo

Support the construction of today's young minds by making a donation to the Under Construction
Capital Campaign
.

Click here to donate today.

Sponsorship and recognition opportunities are still available. Contact the Development Department at (204) 924-4010 for more information.
Family Corner
For a great idea to engage the whole family and promote family time, download this month's activity sheet today.

Feature Craft:
Rainbow Ice Creations

 
Craft February 2011
Star of the Month

November Star of the Month

Natalie W.

10 years old

WHAT MAKES HER A STAR:
Natalie is a girl who is always looking out for the well-being of others. She loves to draw and create all kinds of artwork. She is a beautiful person, inside and out!

Presented by:
Winnipeg Free Press 2010

For more information about the Star of the Month Draw, click here.
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The Buhler Welcome Centre
Buhler Welcome Centre
A gift of $800,000 from Winnipeg philanthropists John and Bonnie Buhler to the Children's Museum announced today will support new construction of a signature building, to be named the Buhler Welcome Centre, at the historic train repair facility that houses the museum located at The Forks.

The largest private-sector gift received to date, the construction of the Buhler Welcome Centre will provide Children's Museum guests with upgraded admission amenities and visitor services, and will feature enhanced safety and security for the museum's youngest visitors.

Click here to read more.

 

New Gallery Photos Available Now
Tumble Zone Look Sign
See the latest updates on construction behind-the-scenes at the Children's Museum!

New photos of
Time Squared, Pop m'Art, Splash Lab, Tumble Zone, Lasagna Lookout, and Tot Spot are now available on our website.

Click here to see more.

Attention Teachers:
Now Accepting School Program BookingsSchool Programs

 

The Children's Museum is now accepting School Program booking requests for Spring 2011!  

 

Be one of the first classrooms to experience the newly renovated museum. Book your visit now for programs starting May 24th. Reserve early, as spaces are limited.

 

Click here to learn more.

Save the Date for the Build for Kids Golf Tournament
Build for Kids
Join us on May 17, 2011 at Bridges Golf Course for a fantastic day of golf, food, prizes, and fun in support of the Children's Museum!

For more information about the 15th Annual Build for Kids Golf Tournament, please contact Meg at at (204) 924-4005.

Click here to learn more.
Now Recruiting Staff & Volunteers

 

The Children's Museum is now recruiting dynamic individuals for our staff and volunteer teams!

 

If you or someone you know is interested in working or volunteering at the Children's Museum when we re-open in Spring 2011, click here to learn more! 
Kids Explore Summer Day Camp
Summer Day Camp  

Every week is a brand new adventure with workshops, free time in the galleries, field trips and non-stop fun and activities! Our Kids Explore Day Camp is a great, safe place for kids to spend their summer days.

 

Dates: Monday, July 4 - Friday, August 26
Time: 9:00AM to 4:00PM
Price: $160/week, $130/short week 

 

Registration opens April 4!

 

Click here to learn more.

 

Thank You to Our 2010 Special Event Supporters!


The Children's Museum would like to extend a huge THANK YOU to all of the generous supporters that made our 2010 events a great success!  

   

Your support enabled deserving children to enjoy free programs, events and exploration time through our Free2Play Access Program and to support gallery programs and exhibits. Your commitment to sparking kids' creative learning is gratefully appreciated!

 

Relive the highlights of these 2010 events:

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