Use foil paper, cellophane, and shiny materials to create a wearable medallion inspired by the sun!
Events & Activities
At the Children’s Museum of Manhattan, there’s always something new to explore! Designed for children ages 0–6, our hands-on programs encourage creativity, learning, and play through art, music, science, and storytelling, all rooted in research-backed methods that support early brain development.
From ever-changing themed activities to our daily schedule at PlayWorks, our dedicated space for our youngest visitors, every experience is designed to engage children at the right developmental stage.
With a rotating schedule of interactive programs, there’s always a reason to visit and discover something exciting!
Public Programs are supported, in part, by public funds from the New York City Department of Cultural Affairs, in partnership with the City Council. Programs are also made possible by the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of the Office of the Governor and the New York State Legislature. Additional support is provided by the Milton and Sally Avery Arts Foundation.
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3 events,Use foil paper, cellophane, and shiny materials to create a wearable medallion inspired by the sun! Thread warm colored pipe cleaners through a paper plate to create rays of sunshine around the sun. Use drawing tools to add colorful details! |
3 events,Use foil paper, cellophane, and shiny materials to create a wearable medallion inspired by the sun! Use foil paper, cellophane, and shiny materials to create a wearable medallion inspired by the sun! Thread warm colored pipe cleaners through a paper plate to create rays of sunshine around the sun. Use drawing tools to add colorful details! |
3 events,Use foil paper, cellophane, and shiny materials to create a wearable medallion inspired by the sun! Use foil paper, cellophane, and shiny materials to create a wearable medallion inspired by the sun! Thread warm colored pipe cleaners through a paper plate to create rays of sunshine around the sun. Use drawing tools to add colorful details! |
3 events,Use foil paper, cellophane, and shiny materials to create a wearable medallion inspired by the sun! Use foil paper, cellophane, and shiny materials to create a wearable medallion inspired by the sun! Thread warm colored pipe cleaners through a paper plate to create rays of sunshine around the sun. Use drawing tools to add colorful details! |
3 events,Use foil paper, cellophane, and shiny materials to create a wearable medallion inspired by the sun! Use foil paper, cellophane, and shiny materials to create a wearable medallion inspired by the sun! Thread warm colored pipe cleaners through a paper plate to create rays of sunshine around the sun. Use drawing tools to add colorful details! |
4 events,Create shareable wearable art inspired by Caribbean sunset colors with feathers and fun beads of all shapes and textures. Trade them with a friend at the Museum! Pull and tear vibrant colors of tape across a paper bowl to create an instrument inspired by the Caribbean hand drum. Use your drum to create tunes and play along to songs from around the islands! Celebrate the bright colors, sunshine, and sparkling waters of the Caribbean with multidisciplinary artist Marco DaSilva! Pull and tear vibrant colors of tape across a paper bowl to create an instrument inspired by the Caribbean hand drum. Use your drum to create tunes and play along to songs from around the islands! |
4 events,Create shareable wearable art inspired by Caribbean sunset colors with feathers and fun beads of all shapes and textures. Trade them with a friend at the Museum! Pull and tear vibrant colors of tape across a paper bowl to create an instrument inspired by the Caribbean hand drum. Use your drum to create tunes and play along to songs from around the islands! Create shareable wearable art inspired by Caribbean sunset colors with feathers and fun beads of all shapes and textures. Trade them with a friend at the Museum! Pull and tear vibrant colors of tape across a paper bowl to create an instrument inspired by the Caribbean hand drum. Use your drum to create tunes and play along to songs from around the islands! |
4 events,Create shareable wearable art inspired by Caribbean sunset colors with feathers and fun beads of all shapes and textures. Trade them with a friend at the Museum! Pull and tear vibrant colors of tape across a paper bowl to create an instrument inspired by the Caribbean hand drum. Use your drum to create tunes and play along to songs from around the islands! Create shareable wearable art inspired by Caribbean sunset colors with feathers and fun beads of all shapes and textures. Trade them with a friend at the Museum! Pull and tear vibrant colors of tape across a paper bowl to create an instrument inspired by the Caribbean hand drum. Use your drum to create tunes and play along to songs from around the islands! |
3 events,Use duct tape to make your own portable art studio carrier for creativity anywhere, anytime! Use duct tape to make your own portable art studio carrier for creativity anywhere, anytime! Explore this sensory bin full of school supplies of many shapes and colors. Identify and experiment with its objects to help you navigate the classroom! |
3 events,Use duct tape to make your own portable art studio carrier for creativity anywhere, anytime! Use duct tape to make your own portable art studio carrier for creativity anywhere, anytime! Explore this sensory bin full of school supplies of many shapes and colors. Identify and experiment with its objects to help you navigate the classroom! |
3 events,Use duct tape to make your own portable art studio carrier for creativity anywhere, anytime! Use duct tape to make your own portable art studio carrier for creativity anywhere, anytime! Explore this sensory bin full of school supplies of many shapes and colors. Identify and experiment with its objects to help you navigate the classroom! |
4 events,Create colorful and reflective art inspired by the warm hues and golden tones of honey as well as the many shades of apples to wish someone a sweet year ahead! Use art materials to add special details to a small flowerpot. Take your pot home, fill it with soil, plant a seed, and watch new beginnings grow! Create colorful and reflective art inspired by the warm hues and golden tones of honey as well as the many shades of apples to wish someone a sweet year ahead! Use art materials to add special details to a small flowerpot. Take your pot home, fill it with soil, plant a seed, and watch new beginnings grow! |
5 events,Create colorful and reflective art inspired by the warm hues and golden tones of honey as well as the many shades of apples to wish someone a sweet year ahead! Use art materials to add special details to a small flowerpot. Take your pot home, fill it with soil, plant a seed, and watch new beginnings grow! Join Tkiya for a fun and interactive Rosh Hashanah music experience full of singing, movement, stories, puppets, parachute, bubbles, and more! Use art materials to add special details to a small flowerpot. Take your pot home, fill it with soil, plant a seed, and watch new beginnings grow! Join Tkiya for a fun and interactive Rosh Hashanah music experience full of singing, movement, stories, puppets, parachute, bubbles, and more! |
4 events,Show a grandparent or someone who takes care of you how your love blooms by making them an arranged pressed flower bookmark! Unleash your inner artist by mixing colors together to make new ones! Paint your colors onto a mini canvas and give your painting to a special grown-up in your life. Show a grandparent or someone who takes care of you how your love blooms by making them an arranged pressed flower bookmark! Unleash your inner artist by mixing colors together to make new ones! Paint your colors onto a mini canvas and give your painting to a special grown-up in your life. |
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Join NY Times #1 best-selling author/illustrator Peter H. Reynolds—creator of The Dot—for a wonderful celebration of International Dot Day at CMOM! As said in Peter H. Reynold’s The Dot, “make a mark and see where it takes you.” Experiment with different drawing tools as you explore and see how far your creativity can take you. Experiment with all kinds of dots! Play with negative space while you stamp, sponge, roll, print, and splatter! Discover how one simple shape can create endless artistic fun! As said in Peter H. Reynold’s The Dot, “make a mark and see where it takes you.” Experiment with different drawing tools as you explore and see how far your creativity can take you.
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Join us for a special Alphie’s Storytime as we celebrate National Dot Day! Explore themes of authenticity and self-expression in this creative Storytime that focuses on a girl named Vashti who discovers her artistic talent. Hang out after the story to create a personal work of art that is authentically you! |
3 events,Create badges and pins with your name and decorate them with stickers, stencils, and fun doodles! Create badges and pins with your name and decorate them with stickers, stencils, and fun doodles! What is your name? Arrange letter stickers to build your name or practice writing it using special writing utensils. Don’t forget to add decorations for a personal touch! |
3 events,Create badges and pins with your name and decorate them with stickers, stencils, and fun doodles! Create badges and pins with your name and decorate them with stickers, stencils, and fun doodles! What is your name? Arrange letter stickers to build your name or practice writing it using special writing utensils. Don’t forget to add decorations for a personal touch! |
3 events,Create badges and pins with your name and decorate them with stickers, stencils, and fun doodles! Create badges and pins with your name and decorate them with stickers, stencils, and fun doodles! What is your name? Arrange letter stickers to build your name or practice writing it using special writing utensils. Don’t forget to add decorations for a personal touch! |
4 events,Create badges and pins with your name and decorate them with stickers, stencils, and fun doodles! What is your name? Arrange letter stickers to build your name or practice writing it using special writing utensils. Don’t forget to add decorations for a personal touch! Create badges and pins with your name and decorate them with stickers, stencils, and fun doodles! What is your name? Arrange letter stickers to build your name or practice writing it using special writing utensils. Don’t forget to add decorations for a personal touch! |
4 events,Did you know that the Shofar is not just blown on Rosh Hashanah, but also at the end of Yom Kippur? The Shofar, made of a ram’s horn, makes a trumpet-like sound to end the holiday. Join us as we learn about the traditions of Yom Kippur and decorate a Shofar. Join us for reflective watercolor painting. As you experiment with color mixing, discover what colors you can make! How do these colors make you feel? Did you know that the Shofar is not just blown on Rosh Hashanah, but also at the end of Yom Kippur? The Shofar, made of a ram’s horn, makes a trumpet-like sound to end the holiday. Join us as we learn about the traditions of Yom Kippur and decorate a Shofar. Join us for reflective watercolor painting. As you experiment with color mixing, discover what colors you can make! How do these colors make you feel? |
4 events,Did you know that the Shofar is not just blown on Rosh Hashanah, but also at the end of Yom Kippur? The Shofar, made of a ram’s horn, makes a trumpet-like sound to end the holiday. Join us as we learn about the traditions of Yom Kippur and decorate a Shofar. Join us for reflective watercolor painting. As you experiment with color mixing, discover what colors you can make! How do these colors make you feel? Did you know that the Shofar is not just blown on Rosh Hashanah, but also at the end of Yom Kippur? The Shofar, made of a ram’s horn, makes a trumpet-like sound to end the holiday. Join us as we learn about the traditions of Yom Kippur and decorate a Shofar. Join us for reflective watercolor painting. As you experiment with color mixing, discover what colors you can make! How do these colors make you feel? |
3 events,Design and construct a pretend playground using mixed materials inspired by your favorite parks and outdoor play spaces! Make mini versions of you and your friends playing. What silly surprises will your playground include? Design and construct a pretend playground using mixed materials inspired by your favorite parks and outdoor play spaces! Make mini versions of you and your friends playing. What silly surprises will your playground include? Use ink pads and stamps to create your own patterns and discover new shapes on a tote bag. |
3 events,Design and construct a pretend playground using mixed materials inspired by your favorite parks and outdoor play spaces! Make mini versions of you and your friends playing. What silly surprises will your playground include? Design and construct a pretend playground using mixed materials inspired by your favorite parks and outdoor play spaces! Make mini versions of you and your friends playing. What silly surprises will your playground include? Use ink pads and stamps to create your own patterns and discover new shapes on a tote bag. |
3 events,Design and construct a pretend playground using mixed materials inspired by your favorite parks and outdoor play spaces! Make mini versions of you and your friends playing. What silly surprises will your playground include? Design and construct a pretend playground using mixed materials inspired by your favorite parks and outdoor play spaces! Make mini versions of you and your friends playing. What silly surprises will your playground include? Use ink pads and stamps to create your own patterns and discover new shapes on a tote bag. |
3 events,Design and construct a pretend playground using mixed materials inspired by your favorite parks and outdoor play spaces! Make mini versions of you and your friends playing. What silly surprises will your playground include? Design and construct a pretend playground using mixed materials inspired by your favorite parks and outdoor play spaces! Make mini versions of you and your friends playing. What silly surprises will your playground include? Use ink pads and stamps to create your own patterns and discover new shapes on a tote bag. |
4 events,Imagine, build, and play together by transforming cardboard structures into a bustling neighborhood! Decorate houses, shops, and community spaces before exploring the town through collaborative pretend play. Jump, balance and hop through play stations designed to support big body movement. Imagine, build, and play together by transforming cardboard structures into a bustling neighborhood! Decorate houses, shops, and community spaces before exploring the town through collaborative pretend play. Jump, balance and hop through play stations designed to support big body movement. |
2 events,Use glue to attach collage materials to paper to create your own sukkah. Use drawing tools to draw people inside your special place. Who is in your sukkah? Use glue to attach collage materials to paper to create your own sukkah. Use drawing tools to draw people inside your special place. Who is in your sukkah? |
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3 events,Casitas típicas (typical countryside houses) are a part of Caribbean folk art, reflecting the region’s vibrant architectural heritage and lively spirit. Artists in the Dominican Republic, Puerto Rico, Cuba, and Curaçao share a long tradition of crafting miniature casitas. Inspired by these collectable handmade creations, create your own casita scene to take home! Casitas típicas (typical countryside houses) are a part of Caribbean folk art, reflecting the region’s vibrant architectural heritage and lively spirit. Artists in the Dominican Republic, Puerto Rico, Cuba, and Curaçao share a long tradition of crafting miniature casitas. Inspired by these collectable handmade creations, create your own casita scene to take home! Use colorful foam paper strips to weave a Peruvian inspired textile! What pattern will you build while weaving? |
3 events,Casitas típicas (typical countryside houses) are a part of Caribbean folk art, reflecting the region’s vibrant architectural heritage and lively spirit. Artists in the Dominican Republic, Puerto Rico, Cuba, and Curaçao share a long tradition of crafting miniature casitas. Inspired by these collectable handmade creations, create your own casita scene to take home! Casitas típicas (typical countryside houses) are a part of Caribbean folk art, reflecting the region’s vibrant architectural heritage and lively spirit. Artists in the Dominican Republic, Puerto Rico, Cuba, and Curaçao share a long tradition of crafting miniature casitas. Inspired by these collectable handmade creations, create your own casita scene to take home! Use colorful foam paper strips to weave a Peruvian inspired textile! What pattern will you build while weaving? |
3 events,Casitas típicas (typical countryside houses) are a part of Caribbean folk art, reflecting the region’s vibrant architectural heritage and lively spirit. Artists in the Dominican Republic, Puerto Rico, Cuba, and Curaçao share a long tradition of crafting miniature casitas. Inspired by these collectable handmade creations, create your own casita scene to take home! Casitas típicas (typical countryside houses) are a part of Caribbean folk art, reflecting the region’s vibrant architectural heritage and lively spirit. Artists in the Dominican Republic, Puerto Rico, Cuba, and Curaçao share a long tradition of crafting miniature casitas. Inspired by these collectable handmade creations, create your own casita scene to take home! Use colorful foam paper strips to weave a Peruvian inspired textile! What pattern will you build while weaving? |
3 events,Casitas típicas (typical countryside houses) are a part of Caribbean folk art, reflecting the region’s vibrant architectural heritage and lively spirit. Artists in the Dominican Republic, Puerto Rico, Cuba, and Curaçao share a long tradition of crafting miniature casitas. Inspired by these collectable handmade creations, create your own casita scene to take home! Casitas típicas (typical countryside houses) are a part of Caribbean folk art, reflecting the region’s vibrant architectural heritage and lively spirit. Artists in the Dominican Republic, Puerto Rico, Cuba, and Curaçao share a long tradition of crafting miniature casitas. Inspired by these collectable handmade creations, create your own casita scene to take home! Use colorful foam paper strips to weave a Peruvian inspired textile! What pattern will you build while weaving? |
5 events,Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month through an engaging and interactive dance experience that brings the vibrant cultures of the Latin Diaspora to life. Led by Ballet Hispánico Teaching Artists, participants explore social and traditional dance forms while discovering the music, history, and cultural traditions behind each style. Designed for all ages and abilities, this joyful workshop fosters creativity, cultural appreciation, and community through movement. Use colorful foam paper strips to weave a Peruvian inspired textile! What pattern will you build while weaving? Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month through an engaging and interactive dance experience that brings the vibrant cultures of the Latin Diaspora to life. Led by Ballet Hispánico Teaching Artists, participants explore social and traditional dance forms while discovering the music, history, and cultural traditions behind each style. Designed for all ages and abilities, this joyful workshop fosters creativity, cultural appreciation, and community through movement. Casitas típicas (typical countryside houses) are a part of Caribbean folk art, reflecting the region’s vibrant architectural heritage and lively spirit. Artists in the Dominican Republic, Puerto Rico, Cuba, and Curaçao share a long tradition of crafting miniature casitas. Inspired by these collectable handmade creations, create your own casita scene to take home! Use colorful foam paper strips to weave a Peruvian inspired textile! What pattern will you build while weaving? |
5 events,Join Calpulli Mexican Dance Company for this fully interactive program, audiences learn simplified movements and choreographies of several Mexican dances from a teaching artist. Use colorful foam paper strips to weave a Peruvian inspired textile! What pattern will you build while weaving? Join Calpulli Mexican Dance Company for this fully interactive program, audiences learn simplified movements and choreographies of several Mexican dances from a teaching artist. Casitas típicas (typical countryside houses) are a part of Caribbean folk art, reflecting the region’s vibrant architectural heritage and lively spirit. Artists in the Dominican Republic, Puerto Rico, Cuba, and Curaçao share a long tradition of crafting miniature casitas. Inspired by these collectable handmade creations, create your own casita scene to take home! Use colorful foam paper strips to weave a Peruvian inspired textile! What pattern will you build while weaving? |
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