
Try-It Tuesdays: Tinkering Around
Weekly hands-on STEAM exploration program where kids discover how things work by taking them apart and tinkering with real objects.
Phoenix
The Children's Museum of Phoenix is a hands-on, interactive children's museum located in the historic Monroe School Building in downtown Phoenix. Spread across three floors and over 48,000 sq ft, it offers more than 300 play experiences designed for children from birth to age 10, with an emphasis on early childhood education and school readiness. The museum hosts seasonal events, birthday parties, camps, and educational programs, and also features an outdoor play area.
215 N. 7th Street, Phoenix, AZ 85034
Tue-Sun 9 AM-4 PM

Weekly hands-on STEAM exploration program where kids discover how things work by taking them apart and tinkering with real objects.

A field trip experience for a group of 103 students at the Children's Museum of Phoenix, offering hands-on learning and interactive exhibits.

Create unique art projects from recycled materials at this hands-on workshop for kids. Bring your imagination and build one-of-a-kind masterpieces.

Hands-on weaving activities for kids at the Children's Museum of Phoenix during May-ker Month. Visit the Star Bar on the 2nd floor for tactile, interactive fun.

Create your own watercolor snake artwork while learning about the Chinese Zodiac and its cultural significance in this hands-on painting workshop.

Age-appropriate activities and hands-on exploration for babies and toddlers under 3, led by an educator in a dedicated exhibit space.

Interactive music sessions for toddlers and preschoolers featuring singing and hands-on instrument exploration at the Children's Museum of Phoenix.

Hands-on workshop where kids design and build wire sculptures, exploring three-dimensional art and creative expression.

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Create unique art projects from recycled materials at this hands-on workshop for kids. Bring your imagination and build one-of-a-kind masterpieces.

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Hands-on weaving activities for kids at the Children's Museum of Phoenix during May-ker Month, featuring tactile crafts at the Star Bar pop-up station.

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Explore the Children's Garden with a specialist guide, water plants, and discover colorful blooms in this hands-on nature activity.

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Create your own watercolor snake artwork while learning about the Chinese Zodiac and its cultural significance in this hands-on painting workshop.

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A guided yoga and mindfulness class for families, blending movement, art, and relaxation techniques to help parents and children build emotional wellness together.

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Join Edible Ed for a hands-on May-ker Month celebration where kids design and build edible art using cookie cutters and creative treats.

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Create unique art projects from recycled materials at this hands-on workshop for kids. Bring your imagination and leave with a one-of-a-kind masterpiece.

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Hands-on weaving activities for kids at the Children's Museum of Phoenix during May-ker Month, featuring tactile crafts at the Star Bar pop-up station.

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Create your own watercolor snake artwork while learning about the Chinese Zodiac and its cultural significance in this hands-on painting workshop.

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A hands-on finger painting workshop for families led by professional artist Hailey Jo Art, combining creative expression with guided instruction.

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Toddlers and preschoolers explore dance genres and movement through imaginative play in this hands-on creative session.

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A hands-on creative activity at the Children's Museum of Phoenix where young visitors explore color mixing and artistic techniques.

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Explore the Children's Garden with a specialist guide, water plants, and discover colorful blooms in this hands-on nature activity.

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Learn to craft traditional Japanese kokeshi dolls with experts from the Japanese Friendship Garden, celebrating Asian American and Pacific Islander heritage.

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Create unique art projects from recycled materials at this hands-on workshop for kids. Bring your imagination and build one-of-a-kind masterpieces.

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Hands-on weaving activities for kids at the Children's Museum of Phoenix during May-ker Month, featuring tactile crafts at the Star Bar pop-up station.

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Create your own watercolor snake artwork while learning about the Chinese Zodiac and its cultural significance in this hands-on painting workshop.

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Meet beloved Snow Sisters and Snowman characters at the Children's Museum of Phoenix for a live performance and photo opportunity in the Atrium.

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Meet artist Bryson Bost for an interactive art experience celebrating creativity and hands-on exploration during Maker's Month at the Children's Museum of Phoenix.

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Create unique art projects from recycled materials at this hands-on workshop for kids. Bring your imagination and leave with a one-of-a-kind masterpiece.

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Hands-on weaving activities for kids at the Children's Museum of Phoenix during May-ker Month. Drop by the Star Bar on the 2nd floor for tactile, creative fun.

in 5 days
Create your own watercolor snake artwork while learning about the Chinese Zodiac and its cultural significance in this hands-on painting workshop.

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The Children's Museum of Phoenix extends its hours for summer, welcoming visitors daily from 9 AM to 4 PM through Labor Day.

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Create unique art projects from recycled materials at this hands-on workshop for kids. Bring your imagination and build one-of-a-kind masterpieces.

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Hands-on weaving activities for kids at the Children's Museum of Phoenix during May-ker Month. Drop by the Star Bar on the 2nd floor for tactile, creative fun.

in 6 days
Explore the Children's Garden with a specialist guide, water plants, and discover colorful blooms in this hands-on nature activity.

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Kids create colorful silhouette art at this hands-on workshop, perfect for a creative morning or afternoon at the museum.

A field trip experience at Children's Museum of Phoenix for a group of 32 attendees, offering hands-on learning and interactive exhibits.

Create unique art projects from recycled materials at this hands-on workshop for kids. Bring your imagination and build one-of-a-kind masterpieces.

Hands-on weaving activities for kids at the Children's Museum of Phoenix during May-ker Month. Drop by the Star Bar on the 2nd floor for tactile, creative fun.

Create your own silhouette art on a vibrant background at this hands-on activity for kids at the Children's Museum of Phoenix.

Hands-on STEAM exploration for kids at the Children's Museum of Phoenix, featuring tinkering activities that reveal how things work inside.

Create unique art projects from recycled materials at this hands-on workshop for kids. Bring your imagination and build one-of-a-kind masterpieces.

Hands-on weaving activities for kids at the Children's Museum of Phoenix during May-ker Month. Drop by the Star Bar on the 2nd floor for tactile, creative fun.

Kids create colorful silhouette art at this hands-on workshop, perfect for young artists to explore shadow and light techniques.

An interactive program for babies and toddlers under 3 in a dedicated exhibit space, with educator-led activities designed to spark curiosity and support early development.

A hands-on playdough workshop where children explore creativity and learning through tactile play at the Children's Museum of Phoenix.

Create unique art projects from recycled materials at this hands-on workshop for kids. Bring your imagination and build one-of-a-kind masterpieces.

Hands-on weaving activities for kids at the Children's Museum of Phoenix during May-ker Month. Drop by the Star Bar on the 2nd floor for tactile, creative fun.

Explore the Children's Garden with a specialist guide, water plants, and discover colorful blooms in this hands-on nature activity.

Kids create colorful silhouette art at this hands-on workshop, perfect for young artists to explore shadow and light techniques.

Join a hands-on cooking activity celebrating Asian American and Pacific Islander heritage through Thai peanut noodles, led by Edible Ed at the Children's Museum.

Create a unique art project from recycled materials and your imagination at this hands-on workshop for kids.

Hands-on weaving activities for kids at the Children's Museum of Phoenix during May-ker Month. Drop by the Star Bar on the 2nd floor for tactile, creative fun.

Create your own silhouette art on a vibrant background at this hands-on activity for kids at the Children's Museum of Phoenix.

Create colorful tree-themed artwork using bolts, washers, and nuts in this hands-on activity at the Children's Museum of Phoenix.

Toddlers and preschoolers explore dance genres and movement through imaginative play in this hands-on creative session.

Create colorful string art designs by exploring patterns and shapes with cardboard and string in this hands-on creative workshop.

Create unique art projects from recycled materials at this hands-on workshop for kids. Bring your imagination and build one-of-a-kind masterpieces.

Hands-on weaving activities for kids at the Children's Museum of Phoenix during May-ker Month. Drop by the Star Bar on the 2nd floor for tactile, creative fun.

Kids create colorful silhouette art at this hands-on workshop, perfect for young artists to explore shadow and light techniques.

Watch traditional and contemporary hula performances by Kūliaikapono Hula Studio as part of Asian American Native Hawaiian Pacific Islander Month celebrations.

Create a unique art project from recycled materials and your imagination at this hands-on workshop for kids.

Hands-on weaving activities for kids at the Children's Museum of Phoenix during May-ker Month. Drop by the Star Bar on the 2nd floor for tactile, creative fun.

Kids create colorful silhouette art at this hands-on workshop, perfect for a creative morning or afternoon at the museum.
A hands-on art workshop where kids design and build spinning creations that blend artistic expression with physics and balance.
Music education sessions designed for toddlers and preschoolers featuring singing and hands-on instrument play to spark early musical development.
An interactive program for babies and toddlers under 3 in a dedicated exhibit space, with educator-led activities designed to encourage exploration and early learning.
A field trip experience for 335 students at the Children's Museum of Phoenix, featuring hands-on learning activities and interactive exhibits.
A private gathering for homeschooling families to connect, socialize, and explore the museum together with refreshments and community support.
Create unique art projects from recycled materials at this hands-on workshop for kids. Bring your imagination and leave with a one-of-a-kind masterpiece.
Hands-on weaving workshop for kids at the Children's Museum during May-ker Month. Create your own woven projects at the Star Bar pop-up station.
Create your own polka dot collage inspired by the iconic artist Yayoi Kusama at this hands-on workshop for all ages.
A hands-on creative experience at the Children's Museum of Phoenix where young visitors explore color mixing and artistic techniques through interactive play.
A hands-on STEAM exploration session where kids experiment with scales, balancing, and weight concepts through interactive activities.
A field trip experience for a large group of 333 students at the Children's Museum of Phoenix, offering hands-on learning and interactive exhibits.
Create unique art projects from recycled materials at this hands-on workshop for kids. Bring your imagination and build one-of-a-kind masterpieces.
Hands-on weaving workshop for kids at the Children's Museum during May-ker Month. Drop in anytime between 9 AM and 4 PM to create your own woven designs at the Star Bar.
Create your own polka dot collage inspired by the iconic artist Yayoi Kusama at this hands-on workshop for all ages.
The Children's Museum of Phoenix is closed today, but welcomes visitors Tuesday through Sunday from 9 AM to 4 PM for hands-on learning and play.
Create unique art projects from recycled materials at this hands-on workshop for kids. Bring your imagination and build something one-of-a-kind.
Make handmade origami flower cards to give as Mother's Day gifts at this hands-on craft workshop for all ages.
Create a handmade bracelet at Star Bar—a thoughtful DIY gift-making activity perfect for Mother's Day.
Meet artist Bryson Bost for an interactive abstract art workshop celebrating creativity and hands-on exploration during Maker's Month at the Children's Museum of Phoenix.
Create unique art projects from recycled materials at this hands-on workshop for kids. Bring your imagination and build one-of-a-kind masterpieces.
Make handmade origami flower cards to give as Mother's Day gifts at this family-friendly craft workshop.
Create a handmade bracelet at Star Bar—a perfect personalized gift to celebrate someone special on Mother's Day.
Explore the Children's Garden with a specialist guide, water plants, and discover colorful blooms in this hands-on nature activity for young learners.
A hands-on art workshop where kids create tree sculptures using everyday hardware like bolts, washers, and nuts from home.
Toddlers and preschoolers explore dance genres, themes, and movement skills through imaginative play and creative expression at the Children's Museum of Phoenix.
Learn to fold beautiful origami roses with local artist Charlie Humme in a Mother's Day celebration workshop perfect for all ages.
A field trip experience at the Children's Museum of Phoenix designed for school groups and organized visitors.
Create unique art projects from recycled materials at this hands-on workshop for kids. Bring your imagination and build something one-of-a-kind.
Hands-on weaving workshop for kids at the Children's Museum during May-ker Month. Drop in anytime between 9 AM and 4 PM to create your own woven designs at the Star Bar.
Make handmade origami flower cards to give as Mother's Day gifts at this hands-on craft workshop for all ages.
Create colorful string art designs by exploring patterns and shapes with cardboard and string in this hands-on creative workshop for kids.
Hands-on cooking and STEM workshop for kids with Edible Ed at the Children's Museum, featuring two session times during May-ker Month.
Explore the Children's Garden with a specialist guide, water plants, and discover colorful blooms in this hands-on nature activity for young learners.
A field trip experience for 304 attendees at the Children's Museum of Phoenix, offering hands-on learning and interactive exhibits.
Create a unique art project from recycled materials at this hands-on workshop for kids. Bring your imagination and build something one-of-a-kind.
Hands-on weaving workshop at the Children's Museum during May-ker Month. Drop by the Star Bar on the 2nd floor for tactile creative fun.
Make handmade origami flower cards to give as Mother's Day gifts at this hands-on craft workshop for all ages.
A hands-on creative experience at the Children's Museum of Phoenix where young visitors explore color mixing and artistic techniques through interactive play.
A hands-on program for babies and toddlers under 3 in the museum's cozy exhibit space, with an educator guiding age-appropriate exploration and learning activities.
A field trip event for nearly 400 attendees at the Children's Museum of Phoenix, offering hands-on learning and exploration.
Create a unique art project from recycled materials at this hands-on workshop for kids. Bring your imagination and build something one-of-a-kind.
Hands-on weaving workshop at the Children's Museum during May-ker Month. Drop by the Star Bar on the 2nd floor for tactile creative fun.
Make handmade origami flower cards to give as Mother's Day gifts at this family-friendly craft workshop.
Hands-on sculpture workshop where kids design and build 3D wire creations. Perfect for young artists exploring their imagination and spatial thinking.
ASU students guide hands-on STEAM activities for elementary-age kids, exploring science, technology, engineering, and art through interactive museum exhibits.
A field trip experience for 144 students at the Children's Museum of Phoenix, offering hands-on learning and interactive exhibits.
Create a unique art project from recycled materials at this hands-on workshop for kids. Bring your imagination and build something one-of-a-kind.
Hands-on weaving workshop at the Children's Museum during May-ker Month. Drop by the Star Bar on the 2nd floor for tactile creative fun.
Make handmade origami flower cards to give as Mother's Day gifts at this hands-on craft workshop for all ages.
The Children's Museum of Phoenix is closed today but welcomes visitors Tuesday through Sunday from 9 AM to 4 PM for hands-on learning and play.
Create a munching, crunching caterpillar craft while learning about butterfly life cycles and observing real caterpillars transforming into butterflies.
Create a unique art project from recycled materials at this hands-on workshop for kids. Bring your imagination and build something one-of-a-kind.
Hands-on weaving workshop at the Children's Museum during May-ker Month. Drop by the Star Bar on the 2nd floor for tactile creative fun.
Design and race your own wooden car at this hands-on CandyLab workshop where kids build and customize toy vehicles.
Create a munching, crunching caterpillar craft while learning about butterfly life cycles and observing real caterpillars transforming into butterflies.
Create unique art projects from recycled materials at this hands-on workshop for kids. Bring your imagination and build one-of-a-kind creations.
Hands-on weaving workshop at the Children's Museum during May-ker Month. Drop by the Star Bar on the 2nd floor for tactile creative fun.
The Children's Museum of Phoenix opens free to the public on the first Friday evening of each month, with limited capacity and timed entry.
Explore the Children's Garden with a specialist guide, water plants, and discover colorful blooms in this hands-on nature activity.
Toddlers and preschoolers explore dance genres, themes, and movement skills through imaginative play and creative expression at this interactive session.
Create spinning art projects that blend creativity with physics and balance at this hands-on workshop for young artists.
A field trip experience for 241 attendees at the Children's Museum of Phoenix, offering hands-on learning and interactive exhibits for young visitors.
Create a munching, crunching caterpillar craft while learning about butterfly life cycles and observing real caterpillars transforming in the Art Studio.
Create a unique art project from recycled materials at this hands-on workshop for kids. Bring your imagination and build something one-of-a-kind.
Hands-on weaving workshop at the Children's Museum during May-ker Month. Drop by the Star Bar on the 2nd floor for tactile creative fun.
Join Edible Ed for a hands-on cooking session celebrating Día de los Niños with refreshing agua fresca recipes. Perfect for kids who love to mix, mash, and taste.

Celebrate Children's Day with Mexican traditions at the Children's Museum of Phoenix, featuring cultural activities and family-friendly festivities.
A field trip event for 337 attendees at the Children's Museum of Phoenix, offering a morning of interactive learning and exploration.
Create a unique art project from recycled materials at this hands-on workshop for kids. Bring your imagination and build something one-of-a-kind.
Create a munching, crunching caterpillar craft while learning about butterfly life cycles and observing real caterpillars transform in the Art Studio.
Celebrate Earth stewardship at the Children's Museum with hands-on activities about recycling and environmental care for the whole family.
Discover the fascinating engineering behind bird nests and learn how to help protect local bird populations through hands-on building activities.
Music education class for toddlers and preschoolers featuring singing and instrument play at the Children's Museum of Phoenix.
A drop-in program for toddlers and babies featuring outdoor-themed activities and sensory play indoors at the Children's Museum.
A field trip event for 318 attendees at the Children's Museum of Phoenix, offering hands-on learning and interactive exhibits for young visitors.
Create unique art projects from recycled materials at this hands-on workshop for kids. Bring your imagination and build one-of-a-kind masterpieces.
Create a munching, crunching caterpillar craft while learning about butterfly life cycles and observing real caterpillars transforming in the Art Studio.
Celebrate Earth stewardship at the Children's Museum with hands-on activities about recycling and environmental care for the whole family.
Explore the Children's Garden with a specialist guide, water plants, and discover colorful blooms in this hands-on nature activity for young learners.
Get messy and explore the sensations of mud in this hands-on activity at the Children's Museum of Phoenix. Perfect for young kids who love tactile play and outdoor fun.
A hands-on STEAM workshop exploring oil spills and environmental cleanup techniques, designed for curious young learners at the Children's Museum.
A field trip event for 327 attendees at the Children's Museum of Phoenix, offering a morning of interactive learning and exploration.
Create a unique art project from recycled materials at this hands-on workshop for all ages.
Create a munching, crunching caterpillar craft while learning about butterfly life cycles and observing real caterpillars transform in the Art Studio.
Celebrate Earth stewardship at the Children's Museum with hands-on activities about recycling and environmental care for the whole family.
The Children's Museum of Phoenix is closed today but welcomes visitors Tuesday through Sunday from 9 AM to 4 PM for hands-on learning and play.