Special Events
July 19, 2 – 4 PM: Human Raised: A Family Experience
Designed for families with young children, this free special program offers a unique opportunity to experience the power of play, conversation, and connection together. Throughout the afternoon, Dr. Dana Suskind will help welcome families and share brief reflections on the importance of relationships, communication, and connection in a child’s development.
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ALSO AVAILABLE ON JULY 19: A special adults-only evening lecture program with Dr. Dana Suskind, held at the Michigan Shores Club in Wilmette. Registration Required.
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Past Highlights
Superhero Sunday
A super-powered day full of action, creativity, and special guests.
MEOWseum Discovery Days
Gabby and her friends from DreamWork’s Animation’s Gabby’s Dollhouse stopped by for a paw-some meet-and-greet.
Annual
Fall Family Fest
Celebrate the changing of the seasons with an unbe-leaf-able afternoon of family fun and exploration.
Kohlights: A Holiday Lightacular
Chicagoland’s only interactive holiday lights display designed special for young children.
New Years Eve Bash
Ring in the noon year with family and friends at a Times Square-style confetti drop.
Touch A Truck Family Festival
Be part of the biggest fundraising event of the season! Climb and discover 40+ super-sized vehicles, music, train rides, food trucks and more.
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The Kohl Gala
A fundraiser benefitting the children and families who learn at Kohl Children’s Museum.
