Shaun the Sheep at the Children’s Museum of Virginia
Shaun made his screen debut in the Wallace and Gromit film A Close Shave back in 1995. Fast-forward to now and Shaun has become a global superstar, enjoyed by fans […]
Shaun made his screen debut in the Wallace and Gromit film A Close Shave back in 1995. Fast-forward to now and Shaun has become a global superstar, enjoyed by fans […]
Join us to discover the real meaning behind the “Dog Days of Summer.” Explore constellations, play space games, find hot dogs and see real dogs. Activities included with admission.
Join us on select Sundays for children with special needs and their families to visit the museum in a less overwhelming environment. The museum hopes to alleviate any stress by providing a special date and time for them to enjoy the museum through adapted programs and exhibits as well as a reduced number of visitors. […]
The GO TEC (Great Opportunities in Technology and Engineers Careers) demonstrator bus will be on-site at the Portsmouth Olde Towne Farmers Market, packed with technology for young adults and kids of all ages to try out, hands-on! GO TEC is dedicated to teaching young people about a potential career in technology and engineering, and this […]
Come dressed as your favorite community heroes, or even a superhero! Activities included with admission.
11:30 am & 1:30 pm sessions Join us on a moon exploration as we look at the size of the moon. This hands-on family activity is designed for children ages […]
School is back in session and it’s a great time for toddlers to play in the museum – explore some exhibits, see a planetarium show, make a craft, and more!
Time for some teddy bear health care! At September’s Second Saturday event, each kid will receive a teddy bear, then walk their bear through healthcare stations. CHKD pediatric staff and […]
Cutting, coding, and painting, oh my! Maker Fest Portsmouth provides an opportunity to gather, connect and discover the processes and joys of creating. This family-friendly event invites you to engage and explore […]
Join us for a day dedicated to homeschooling families. Activities include workshops, demonstrations, sample classes, educational games, and planetarium shows. Visit https://childrensmuseumvirginia.com/education/homeschool-programs/ for details and ticket information.
Join us for the 41st Annual National Night Out in Portsmouth. This family-friendly event is all about having fun while strengthening the bonds between citizens, the Portsmouth Police Department and […]
Come learn about Virginia's Indigenous Peoples, including their environment, customs and history with the Virginia Beach History Museum's hands on activities.