Classes & Events

Classes & Events


Take the next step on your learning journey at The Children's Museum of Cleveland! Our family-friendly events, kids classes, and special workshops are full of interactive play-based learning. 

April 1st, 2nd, 3rd & 5th:

Daily programs 


April 8th:

Total Eclipse Event 9am-3:30pm

Experience the magic of the total eclipse at The Children's Museum of Cleveland! Join us the week leading up to the eclipse (April 1st-5th) for daily programming at the Museum. Then, come out to celebrate the main event on Monday, April 8th where we will enjoy a day of space-themed fun ending with a special family-friendly eclipse viewing party on our front lawn!


All activities are FREE with CMC admission, and are available while supplies last.


Program Schedule:

Monday, April 1st:


Story time: 9:30am
Dance party: 12pm

STEM Program: 1pm

Theme: How Does An Eclipse Work?

The sun is much bigger than the moon, so how can the moon block the sun? Join us as we discover how eclipses work with demonstrations and an interactive craft.


Tuesday, April 2nd:


Story time: 9:30am
Dance party: 12pm

STEM Program: 1pm

Theme: Pinhole Projectors

How can we watch the eclipse if

looking at the sun is dangerous? 

Learn how to make special pinhole projectors out of household items.

 

Wednesday, April 3rd:


Story time: 9:30am
Dance party: 12pm

STEM Program: 1pm

Theme: Sundials

Before there were clocks, people used the sun to tell time. Learn about the sun and make your own sundial to take home!


Friday, April 5th:


Story time: 9:30am
Dance party: 12pm

STEM Program: 1pm

Theme: Moon Craters

Did you know that the moon isn’t smooth?

We'll explore the reasons why the moon has so many craters and make our own crater-filled moons to take home!


Total Eclipse Event

Monday, April 8th, 9am-3:30pm:


Celebrate the spectacle at CMC! Enjoy space-themed story time and special STEM activities throughout the day, followed by our big Total Eclipse celebration on the Museum's front lawn.  


At 1:50pm, we'll make our way outside to gear up for nature's big show. Guests will enjoy complimentary themed snacks, and can dress up for the occasion with a solar bead bracelet craft. Families can also create a giant model of the solar system with inflatable planets!


The eclipse will begin at 2pm, with peak viewing at 3:15pm. 

Guests will be provided with glasses to view the eclipse safely!


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