Join us before the Granite City Days Parade for a fun-filled morning at Great River Children's Museum! Kids can pick up their parade candy bags, then stay and play at the museum for just $5 admission that day. Start your parade day with hands-on fun before the festivities begin! This event is presented by Gate […]
Registration is now open for our Stories & STEAM Summer Camp in partnership with GREAT Theatre. This full-day camp combines theatre, storytelling, and hands-on museum exploration.Inspired by STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math), campers will spend each morning diving into the world of theatre through singing, dancing, storytelling, and theatre games led by GREAT […]
Going to the Melissa Ethridge & Wynonna Judd Concert at The Ledge? Be sure to stop by our booth at the entrance to say hi! We're excited to be the non-profit organization featured at the concert that evening!
Join us for Coffee & Community Volunteer Mondays at Great River Children's Museum! On the first Monday of every month from 10:00 AM–12:00 PM, volunteers gather while the museum is closed to help support the behind-the-scenes work that keeps the magic of play going strong. These “back-office” volunteer opportunities may include sewing and mending, gardening, organizing […]
Aprons on, creativity flowing, and something sweet in the oven — welcome to Sweet Lab! Great River Children’s Museum is partnering with the Culinary Studio to bring Sweet Lab: Bake, Create, Celebrate — a hands-on mini camp where young bakers mix, decorate, and create their way through three days of the most fun (and delicious) treats […]
Dive into the world of water through hands-on activities, creative exploration, and real-world environmental discovery! Join Great River Children’s Museum, the City of St. Cloud, and Sauk River Watershed District for a special Water Wonders event focused on stormwater, rivers, habitats, and the important role water plays in our community.
Join the artists and collaborators behind Sound Seeker, an interactive exhibit created through a partnership between Saint Olaf College and Saint Cloud State University. Explore the exhibit, learn about the creative process, and discover the fascinating world of insect sounds and communication!
Catch us at Summertime by George! in the Little Georgetown area of the market! We'll have some fun activities for children of all ages.
Smash, crunch, and explore! Children will crush ice cubes, make observations, and discover how ice changes as it melts. This hands-on activity combines sensory play, simple science, and lots of cool fun!
Start your day with play—before we open to the public! On select Saturdays, members get early access to the museum beginning at 8:00 AM. Members are welcome to bring guests to join the fun; guest admission is available at our standard guest rate.
Find the museum out in the community this summer at local Farmers Markets! Stop by our booth for playful hands-on activities and information about upcoming programs and events at the museum. Perfect for families looking to explore, create, and connect while enjoying the market.
Registration is now open for our Stories & STEAM Summer Camp in partnership with GREAT Theatre. This full-day camp combines theatre, storytelling, and hands-on museum exploration.Inspired by STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math), campers will spend each morning diving into the world of theatre through singing, dancing, storytelling, and theatre games led by GREAT […]