Stories in September

Kick start back to school with the Children’s Museum during our Stories in September. For the month of September, we will feature dramatic storytelling, reading-based crafts, and many more activities with special guests to celebrate literacy! Special guest storytellers will perform on Saturdays and Sundays between 11:00AM and 3:00PM.

Free with museum admission

Presented by: TD

Click here for complete event schedule.


Mini Mondays

Mondays at the Children’s Museum are very special days! Every Monday from 10:00AM to 2:00PM we tailor crafts and activities to suit the needs of our youngest visitors. Join us this month as we celebrate Stories in September! We will be offering special guided crafts, activities, and story times with the Story Fairy at 11:00AM and 1:00PM.

Free with museum admission

Stories in September is presented by: TD

See this month’s themes here.


Spring Break Day Camp

Our Kids Explore Summer Day Camp is now SOLD OUT.

Registration for our 2012 Kids Explore Spring Break Day Camp will open on February 1, 2012.

If you would like to add your name to our Spring Break Day Camp registration waiting list, please call (204) 924-4014. We will contact you in January 2012 on a first-come, first-served basis with further details.


Great Friend to Kids Awards

The Children’s Museum will host its 2nd Annual Great Friend to Kids Awards on September 28, 2011 at 11:00AM. These awards honour local individuals and organizations that have made outstanding contributions to enriching the lives of children. By recognizing those who are dedicated to helping children, we hope to inspire others to do the same!

Click here to learn more.


6th Annual Way Off Broadway Dance Extravaganza

Date: Sunday, November 20, 2011
Place: Pantages Playhouse Theatre

We are now recruiting dance teams!

Anyone can be a part of this dance extravaganza, as no dance experience is necessary. Teams consist of 5-25 team members. Teams will receive ten hours of free dance choreography and then perform at the Pantages Playhouse Theatre for the title of Way Off Broadway Dance Champions. All event proceeds will support the Children's Museum's Free2Play Access Program.

This is a pledge-based fundraising event. Registration cost is $150. All teams must submit a minimum of $1000 in paid pledges by November 20, 2011.

Contact Meg at (204) 924-4005 to register or to learn more today!


Halloween Howl

Date: October 29, 2011
Time: 6:00PM - 9:00PM
Price: $12.00 per person

Explore BOO-tified galleries, participate in some spooktastic activities, try out a few ghoulish crafts, and enjoy great family entertainment during the 15th Annual Halloween Howl.

Stay tuned for more details soon!

Presented by: Great-West Life Assurance Company


Online Auction

Get ready to place your bids at the 3rd Annual Online Auction!

Visit our Online Auction website from November 3 to November 24, 2011 for your chance to bid on great one-of-a-kind items and services.

All proceeds raised through this auction will benefit the Children’s Museum’s Free2Play Access Program.

We are still looking for auction items! If you have any swag (gift cards, paintings, jewelry, services or more) that you would like to donate, please contact Meg at (204) 924-4005.

Click here to learn more.


Volunteer Information Sessions

Are you fun, creative, and interested in making a difference? Help spark kids' creative learning - become a Children's Museum volunteer today!

Upcoming volunteer information sessions are scheduled for:

  • Saturday, September 10 at 1:00PM
  • Saturday, September 24 at 1:00PM

Click here to learn more.


Pop m’Art Supplies Wanted

We rely on donations to keep our Pop m’Art gallery well stocked for our creative young visitors. With our stock always changing, we’re looking for a number of items for use in upcoming fall creations.

Click here to view our current Wish List.

Your donation of any of these items is greatly appreciated! Donations can be made at our Admissions Desk, or call (204) 924-4013 to learn more.


Museum Hours

Daily, 9:30 AM - 6:00PM
(in effect until Labour Day, Monday, September 5)

Additional Notices:

  • The Children’s Museum will be CLOSED from Tuesday, September 6 to Friday, September 9, 2011 for cleaning and maintenance.
  • Fall Hours will be in effect beginning Saturday, September 10, 2011 as follows: Sunday - Thursday, 9:30AM - 4:30PM; Friday & Saturday, 9:30AM - 6:00PM.