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April 2026
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 »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
Hands ON! Foley for Families
Kids and families experiment with making sounds that bring movies. 11 a.m.-3 p.m.
Find out more »Mess Makers at the Akron Art Museum
Park the stroller, stop & smell the roses, and wander over to learn, play, and explore spring creation stations. Ages 0-5. Registration required. FREE for members. $15 for non-members. *Only one ticket is needed for the entire household to come enjoy the program for the day!* 11 a.m.-1 p.m.
Find out more »Sensory Friendly Saturdays
Every 3rd Saturday, enjoy adapted events to meet diverse sensory-processing needs. 9-10 a.m.
Find out more »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 »June 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 »September 2026
Play Day: Legends and Legacies
Opportunities for families to be creative, curious and connect through art. 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
Find out more »October 2026
Sensory Friendly Time: Children’s Museum of Cleveland
Enjoy a special program for children with special needs and exclusive access to the museum in a less crowded and lower-stimulation environment. 8-9 a.m.
Find out more »Children’s Saturday Studios: Myths and Memories
Children ages 5-10 will explore new galleries, materials, and creative prompts each week. 10/3-10/24. 10-11:30 a.m.
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