Programming

All special programs are free with Museum admission on a first-come-first-served basis. No registration is necessary.

Art Adventures

Guided art activities that children and their caregivers can create together, take with them, and replicate at home.

Underwritten by:

Illinois Arts Council

Upcoming Activities

Books and Bops

Stories, songs, and a little movin’ and groovin’ designed to engage infants and toddlers, but all ages are welcome to attend.

Upcoming Activities

Children's Theater

Explore the word of stage through engaging and interactive storytelling performances brought to life by local theater professionals. Learn audience skills through folktales and songs.

Upcoming Activities

Dog Safety

Join Rainbow Animal Assisted Therapy to learn safety tips for young children aimed at prevention of dog bites.

Upcoming Activities

Dover Tech Play Lab

Introduce young children to the basics of technology including coding, robotics, engineering, design, and computer programming by solving problems and playing games.

Underwritten by:

Dover Foundation

Upcoming Activities

Garden Buddies

Learn about seeds, weeds, worms, fruits, vegetables, and the joys of digging in the dirt.

Upcoming Activities

STEAM Explorers

Let children’s curiosity take over! Explore the building and designing process, scientific method, food science, preparation tools, engineering, science exploration, and much more.

Upcoming Activities

Story Time AM

Discover a new favorite tale! Selections are age-appropriate for early elementary children, but all are welcome to attend.

Upcoming Activities

Story Time PM

Discover a new favorite tale! Selections are age-appropriate for early elementary children, but all are welcome to attend.

Upcoming Activities

Theater Games

It’s time to let your inner-actor shine! Learn to problem solve, follow directions, and build confidence through a variety of creative drama exercises.

Upcoming Activities