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April 2026
Storytime with Josh
Spark a Love of Science Through Stories with Josh Avsec, Associate Director of Museum Experience. Josh is a Cleveland-born zoologist and will share stories about amazing animals, wild places, and the science behind it all. Nothing makes him happier than sharing the magic of science with others. This story time will occur every Friday in the Corning Gallery. Dive into a fun, engaging children’s book and read about Museum artifacts, natural wonders, and other science topics. This series is free with…
Find out more »Elemental: Children’s Saturday Studios
Sculpt, carve, and collaborate ideas into works that can be held and explored. Age groups: Five to seven years old and eight to ten years old These open-ended classes allow artists to engage with the museum’s collection while building idea-generation and critical-thinking skills. Each week includes an exploration of galleries, materials, and creative prompts from the Museum. Scholarships are available. For more information, contact [email protected] or call 216-707-2469. Ticket Prices $120.00 CMA Members $140.00 Nonmembers 4/5-25. 10-11:30 a.m.
Find out more »Museum Family Day: Waves of Wonder
Celebrate clean water by diving into engaging programs and hands-on activities focused on water ecology, conservation and environmental protection. 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Find out more »Family FUNday: Mask Making
Craft a magical mask in preparation for the Cleveland Museum of Art’s Parade the Circle. People of all ages and artistic abilities can build a unique mask out of recycled materials. Small children must be accompanied by an adult. Multidisciplinary Italian artist Claudio Orso will teach this exciting mask- making workshop. His prints have been exhibited in the US and internationally, and his masks and floats have been featured in the CMA’s Parade the Circle and in Oberlin’s Big Parade. He…
Find out more »WW1 Program
Fort Laurens is hosting a small group of World War 1 reenactors, who will make a small “campsite” on the grounds. Interact with the reenactors and learn more about the American army during this major world conflict. For more information, contact Fort Laurens at 330-874- 2059 or visit the website at www.fortlaurensmuseum.org. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Find out more »All Aboard the Akron Express
This vibrant wooden train exhibit invites children to step into the roles of conductor, passenger, or engineer and engage in imaginative play, ensuring the trains run safely through their adventures. Train track play time, tasty treats, STEM activities, interactive train stations, make & take crafts and more. 10 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
Find out more »May 2026
Revolutionary War School Day
Experience history on the front lines and learn about life on the frontier during the American Revolution! Students between fourth and eighth grade will learn more about the Revolutionary War and how early American settlers lived through interactive stations and demonstrations that cover Revolutionary War history, local Ohio history, and more! This event is open to public schools, private schools, and homeschoolers of all ages. All activities meet Ohio educational standards. Cost is $7 per student. Admission is free for…
Find out more »November 2026
Annual March-In
Come to Fort Laurens and celebrate the anniversary of the Continental Army's arrival at the site of Ohio’s only Revolutionary War fort. Reenactors in period dress will march into the site of Fort Laurens just as the Continental forces did 250 years ago. Greet the soldiers as they march in, enjoy historically accurate demonstrations, and learn about 18th-century weaponry, tools, and living practices. The Fort Laurens Museum and gift shop will be open and offering special sales from 10 a.m.…
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