In the Balance

A play structure of wooden balancing beams that challenges visitors to walk the intersecting paths.

Finding Symmetry in Nature

A gallery of watercolor-inspired drawings that examine symmetry in the natural world created by High Tech Elementary North County students.

Toddler Time at Home: Love Bowl

February 10, 2021

Introduce a simple cooking activity with your toddler by making a Love Bowl of healthy fruits in this Toddler Time at Home program.

Toddler Time at Home: Monster Blanket

June 17, 2021

Make a no-sew Monster Blanket for much-needed moments of relaxation and rest with your little one in this Toddler Time at Home activity!

Studio 200 on Island 2020

In 2020, we took a different approach to our annual Studio 200 Gala. Instead of "partying with a purpose" at the Museum, we focused on raising funds for our access and community outreach programs.

SMILE

Strokes of color draw visitors across the Museum bridge in artist Panca's 48-foot-long mural SMILE.

PRINTABLE DIY: Bookmaking at Home!

April 30, 2016

Looking for a fun way to get crafty at home this weekend? Our Arts Education team have just the project for you! Gather the family together to make and decorate your own books - you can use them as an agenda, a gratitude journal or a sketchbook - the choice is yours. Enjoy! >> Download printable...

Celebrate Earth Month!

April 2, 2016

  April 1 may have been April Fool’s Day, but it also marked the beginning of Earth Month, and that is no joke! We believe it is our responsibility to keep our big beautiful planet healthy and thriving. Here are some helpful tips on how you can do your part to help the Earth: Turn it off!...

The Garden Project and our Green Car

March 8, 2017

Have you checked out The Garden Project? You may not be aware that The New Children’s Museum has its very own garden located across the street. The Garden Project has been around for a little…

Member Spotlight – September

September 6, 2018

This month we feature Dalton Rooney, his wife Stacey and daughter Nico. Dalton and Stacey are owners of a design studio and designed the Museum's website. Their daughter is 3 years old and loves Wobbleland!