Join us for exciting programs + special events

From music classes to gardening workshops, we offer a variety of activities designed for all ages. Check our calendar to see everything happening.

We do our best to keep programs as scheduled, but dates and times may occasionally shift to match educator availability. Please check the daily program board at the Front Desk when you arrive at the Museum to see what programs are happening during your visit.

Special Events + Programs

Bedtime at Betty Brinn
16 May

Bedtime at Betty Brinn

5 p.m. - 8 p.m.
It's time to get cozy at Betty Brinn with an exclusive, members-only p.j. party! Put on your coziest pajamas, grab your favorite stuffed animal and [...]
Baby Beginnings
21 May

Baby Beginnings

9 a.m. - 10 a.m.
Baby Beginnings is a free monthly program for parents and caregivers with babies from birth to 18 months. Connect with other parents, share experiences and [...]
Community Access Day
21 May

Community Access Day

9 a.m. - 7 p.m.
All guests (excluding groups*) receive FREE admission to the Betty Brinn Children’s Museum on the third Thursday of every month from 9 a.m. to 7 [...]
Making Music: Sensory Rain Stick
21 May

Making Music: Sensory Rain Stick

12 p.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Join our Artist-in-Residence for a hands-on musical experience by learning how to use common home materials to create a DIY sensory rain stick instrument.
Meet and Greet
22 May

Meet and Greet

12 p.m. - 2 p.m.
EmBARK on a Museum adventure with your favorite Blue Heeler! The loveable pup will be at the Betty Brinn Children’s Museum on Friday, May 22 [...]
Sensory-Friendly Session
6 Jun

Sensory-Friendly Session

5 p.m. - 7 p.m.
Families can enjoy the Museum experience in a calmer, quieter space during these special evening sessions on the first Saturday of every month from 5-7 [...]
Cello Performance
17 Jun

Cello Performance

10 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Join our Artist in Residence, Malik Johnson, for a cello performance!
Baby Beginnings
18 Jun

Baby Beginnings

9 a.m. - 10 a.m.
Baby Beginnings is a free monthly program for parents and caregivers with babies from birth to 18 months. Connect with other parents, share experiences and [...]
Community Access Day
18 Jun

Community Access Day

9 a.m. - 7 p.m.
All guests (excluding groups*) receive FREE admission to the Betty Brinn Children’s Museum on the third Thursday of every month from 9 a.m. to 7 [...]

Member Exclusive Event:
Bedtime at Betty Brinn

May 16, 5-8 p.m.

Put on your coziest pajamas and join us for a cozy evening at the Museum. Enjoy mindfulness activities in the Be A Maker space, sleepy story time, a scavenger hunt, and a dance party.

Tickets are $5 per person and include pizza, courtesy of Palermo’s Pizza Truck, plus a sweet treat to top off the evening.

Weekly Programming

Bilingual Story Time
8 May

Bilingual Story Time

10 a.m. - 11 a.m.
Enjoy stories, music and movement followed by a craft during this interactive program in both English and Spanish with Señora Betty from Bilingual Storytime MKE.
Little Sprouts Lab
13 May

Little Sprouts Lab

10 a.m. - 11 a.m.
In Little Sprouts Lab, families will explore our indoor hydroponic food farm and build connections between science, nature, art and healthy eating.
Bilingual Story Time
15 May

Bilingual Story Time

10 a.m. - 11 a.m.
Enjoy stories, music and movement followed by a craft during this interactive program in both English and Spanish with Señora Betty from Bilingual Storytime MKE.

Be A Maker Programming

Workshop

9 a.m.-4 p.m. Every Day

Drop in for daily tinkering in our Be A Maker space! Kids are encouraged to use their creativity to bring their own idea to life or grab a Blueprint and follow directions for a Maker project.

Messy Mondays

11 a.m. & 1 p.m.
Monday

A weekly hands-on program that features a variety of materials guaranteed to make a mess!

May: Squeegee Painting
Take risks in this month's Messy Monday activity. Add layers of paint and squeegee them out to create a one-of-a-kind painting.

Lab

11 a.m & 1 p.m.
Wednesday-Sunday

This STEAM program is a facilitated, monthly-rotating makerspace workshop.

May: Weaving
Explore the world of weaving by working on a variety of looms to build fine motor skills and create a fantastic fiber art masterpiece.

Field Trips / Group visits

Field Trips / Group Visits

Our Field Trips and Group Visits are perfect for schools and organizations seeking hands-on, educational experiences.

We offer 90-minute Self-Guided Field Trips for schools, childcare centers and nonprofit groups of 10 or more. Groups may also choose to add a Field-Trip Program to their visit.

Wonder Wagon

Wonder Wagon

Our Wonder Wagon brings hands-on activities and collaborative projects into the community. The Wonder Wagon is available to visit parks, community centers, schools, partner sites, special events and private functions.

Please email education@bbcmkids.org for more information.