LAST CHANCE:
KIDS CELEBRATE!
NOW UNTIL SEPTEMBER 5, 2016

Kids Celebrate! plunges guests into the midst of 12 celebrations that bring families together throughout the seasons in Canada's many cultural communities. Calendars in hand, discover the dances, foods, decorations, and costumes that make each of these holidays memorable.

Through creative activities, roleplaying, and interactive challenges, guests can explore the lively traditions that build ties between generations while helping to pass down collective cultural values.    


Click here to learn more.

Labour Day Weekend Activity

September 3 & 4: Thanksgiving turkey craft


Kids Celebrate! is a travelling exhibition produced by the Canadian Museum of History.
Local tour sponsored by Johnston Group. Additional local support provided by Global Television, Len Dubois Trucking Inc., Prairie Public, Toromont CAT, and 103.1 Virgin Radio.


MUSEUM CLOSURE NOTICE

The Children's Museum will be CLOSED to the public from Tuesday, September 6 to Friday, September 9 for cleaning and annual facility maintenance.

Fall Hours will be in effect beginning September 10:
Sunday - Thursday: 9:30AM - 4:30PM
Friday & Saturday: 9:30AM - 6:00PM
 

SCHOOL PROGRAM
BOOKINGS

Attention Educators: We're now accepting School Program Bookings for the 2016/17 School Year! With 55+ Manitoba curriculum-linked School Programs for Grades N - 5 available in English, French, Basic French, or Immersion, as well as other special school offers and upcoming events, the Children's Museum is a perfect destination to extend your students' learning experiences and reinforce your classroom instruction.
 

HOLIDAY PARTY
RENTALS & GIFTS
 
As fall approaches, it's time to plan for end-of-year holiday events: staff parties, family celebrations, receptions, and more. With twelve permanent galleries that spark kids' creative learning as well as private rooms of varying sizes and numerous optional services including our seasonal Gourmet Hot Chocolate Bar and personal Shop-er holiday gift services, the Children's Museum is the ideal location to host your family-friendly holiday event.
 
Our November and December facility rental calendar is already filling up with holiday bookings, so contact us soon to book a date for your gathering. We will provide you with a customized quote based on your event needs, with discounts for museum members and non-profit agencies.
 
 

MANYFEST
SEPTEMBER 10 & 11, 2016

The Children's Museum will once again be participating in Manyfest - downtown's biggest street festival hosted by the Downtown Winnipeg BIZ!

Join us on Saturday, September 10 and Sunday, September 11 from 11:00AM - 6:00PM at the Minifest Kid's Zone on Broadway and participate in our active living activities by creating your own personal flag craft and taking part in our movement course.
 
Click here to learn more.
 

GRANDPARENTS' SPECIAL DAY
SEPTEMBER 11, 2016

Grandchildren everywhere! Come celebrate Grandparents Day on September 11 by exploring the Children's Museum as a family - grandparents get half-price admission! - and making memories that will last a lifetime. Craft a #1 Grandparent badge and show the world how much we all love our grandparents.

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MINI MONDAYS
RESUME SEPTEMBER 12, 2016

Every Monday from September to April, join us for a fun-filled day of stimulating play for children under 4 years old. We provide tailored crafts to help develop fine motor skills, activities that aid in dramatic play, and a special story time at 11:00AM and 1:00PM in our Time Squared gallery 

September Activities
Colours are everywhere, and they've never been so much fun! Join us in September for exciting crafts, activities, and stories as our youngest visitors discover and play with the colours we see every day!
  • September 12: Underwater Colours
  • September 19: All Aboard The Colour Express!
  • September 26: Colour Mixing Mysteries
Click here to learn more.
 

VOLUNTEER INFORMATION SESSION
SEPTEMBER 17, 2016

The Children's Museum is now recruiting dynamic individuals to join our Volunteer Team! Help spark kids' creative learning - become a Children's Museum volunteer today or share this message with someone you know. Anyone interested in becoming a Children's Museum volunteer must be at least 13 years old and register to attend a Volunteer Information Session. 

The next Volunteer Information Session is scheduled for Saturday, September 17, 2016 from 10:00AM - 12:00PM.

Note: It is necessary to pre-register to attend a Volunteer Information Session.
 
Click here to learn more.

Volunteer Program Supporter: Payworks
 

MINI CULTURE DAYS
SEPTEMBER 30 - OCTOBER 2, 2016

The Children's Museum proudly hosts Mini Culture Days - a Culture Days experience for kids under 10.

Mini Culture Days will immerse guests in the signature hands-on creative learning experiences that the Children's Museum expertly delivers all year round.

Mini Culture Days events include:
  • Free Outdoor Activities
    Friday, September 30 through Sunday, October 2 from 11:00AM - 3:00PM
  • Mini Nuit Blanche
    Saturday, October 1 from 6:30PM - 9:00PM
    Seize the night and enjoy FREE(*) admission to the museum galleries, a not-so-mini community building project, special programming, and more!
Click here to learn more.

(*)Please Note: The Children's Museum reserves the right to control entry in accordance with occupancy and general admission policies. Free admission will be available on a first-come, first-served basis up to a maximum capacity of 800 people for this event.


#SERIOUSLYADULT
THE AMAZING CHASE 
OCTOBER 7, 2016

Join us for The Amazing Chase - the third event in the 2016 #SeriouslyAdult fundraising series. Gather a team of family and friends (maximum 8 people per team) and join us at the Children's Museum to participate in a mix of mental and physical challenges to be the quickest team and win The Amazing Chase! With great prizes, a cash bar, and food, everyone will have a chance to tap into their inner child at this event.
 

Food Sponsor: Boston Pizza
 

HALLOWEEN HOWL
OCTOBER 29, 2016

Celebrate Halloween at the Children's Museum's 20th Annual Halloween Howl! Come dressed in costumes (optional) and have a spooktacular time trick-or-treating in the museum's galleries.

Go door to door to collect your treats and take your spooky family portrait in the Pixels and Giggles photo booth. Enjoy a special performance from Seanster and the Monsters, and meet some exotic creatures and feathered friends with special guests Prairie Exotics and Wildlife Haven Rehabilitation Centre.

Click here to learn more.

Event Sponsor: Sunova Credit Union



Manitoba Children's Museum
45 Forks Market Road
Winnipeg, Manitoba R3C 4T6



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