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 materials, prepping […]
Wind down your day with Pajama Play Thursdays + Storytime at Great River Children’s Museum! Families are invited to come in their coziest pajamas for a relaxed evening of play throughout the museum. As the evening winds down, gather for a special story time in one of our exhibit spaces. It’s a calm, comfy way […]
Cast a line and join us in the Teaching Kitchen for a playful “Gone Fishin’” food adventure with The Culinary Studio. Kids and caregivers will explore hands-on food fun, creative kitchen skills, and a fishing-inspired treat experience designed to spark curiosity, confidence, and connection through cooking and play. Perfect for young chefs who love to […]
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.
Wind down your day with Pajama Play Thursdays + Storytime at Great River Children’s Museum! Families are invited to come in their coziest pajamas for a relaxed evening of play throughout the museum. As the evening winds down, gather for a special story time in one of our exhibit spaces. It’s a calm, comfy way […]
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, […]
Let Us Know You're Coming Get ready to push, pull, roll, race, and experiment at Forces in Motion, a special collaborative STEM event presented in partnership with Science Museum of Minnesota. Families will explore movement, speed, gravity, and engineering through hands-on activities, interactive challenges, and exciting demonstrations designed to spark curiosity and inspire discovery through […]
This spring, our VP of Operations, Jon Noyes, is participating in Central Minnesota Community Foundation’s Dancing With Our Stars, raising funds to support the Teaching Kitchen at Great River Children’s Museum. Join us at the College of St. Benedict to cheer on Jon and help us hit our goal! Every dollar helps the learning and […]
Come celebrate with us!It’s hard to believe Great River Children’s Museum is turning one year old! Join us as we celebrate an incredible first year of play, learning, and community. Whether you’ve visited many times or it’s your first trip, this is the perfect time to experience the joy of play at Great River Children’s Museum. Activities […]
We’re opening our doors on a Monday — just for members! Join us for a special morning designed exclusively for our member community. With fewer visitors and a relaxed pace, it’s a great opportunity to enjoy a quieter, more spacious play experience and spend dedicated time exploring the museum together. We’re grateful for our members […]