A hands-on experience, journey into the world of clay. Discover what clay is, where it's found, and explore words that describe its unique texture. Designed for children aged 8 and ...
In this talk, Gelati Celesti Ice Cream President Steve Rosser will share the details about how air factors into the churning process, the specialized equipment used, the methods of creating ...
Virginia Commonwealth University Occupational Therapy students and faculty will provide free developmental screenings and information about Kindergarten Readiness. Parents will complete a developmental questionnaire while the child is engaged in ...
Join the Children's Museum of Richmond's team at the Manchester YMCA for a fun and engaging school readiness experience. ...
This annual event is designed by the Children’s Museum to make play more accessible to the community by bringing one-of-a-kind learning experiences and exhibit components beyond its walls for everyone ...
Movement and play are good for children’s bodies and brains. In fact, movement can help increase memory, perception, language comprehension, attention, emotional understanding, and decision making. In the Playhouse kids ...
In commemoration of the Bard, whose 460th birthday we mark this month, join tour guide Tracy Weldon for a look at culinary customs during Shakespeare’s lifetime in Elizabethan England. A ...
In this 7–session course, museum staff will prepare students to successfully complete the U.S. citizenship test. Like other citizenship courses, students will learn the civics and history lessons necessary to ...
The museum will stay open later for this family-friendly event. Between 5:00 pm and 8:00 pm, the museum will offer free admission to the galleries, specials in the Café, access ...
On the first Friday of each month, the museum will stay open later for this family-friendly event. Between 5:00 pm and 8:00 pm, the museum will offer free admission to ...
Celebrate your favorite anime-inspired characters as we remember the Japanese samurai. DJ Jay Dion will be spinning Japanese music from TV, film, and video games—as well as popular city pop ...
Celebrate Astronomy Day with admission to the Science Museum that's only $10 for everyone, regardless of ticket category. Free live astronomy shows at 2:00 and 3:00 p.m. that day. ...
This class offers a glimpse into the life and culture of the elite Japanese warriors known as samurai. Students will have the opportunity to learn the history of the samurai ...
Experience the joy of a model train in action, making its way through a miniature city. Free with museum admission. ...
Calling all future paleontologists. Explore ancient creatures, plants, and stars. Your family will dig all the hands-on activities. All activities and exhibitions are included with admission. Seating for live astronomy ...
Experience the sights and sounds of elegant autos from yesteryear to the technologically advanced super cars of today at the historic Hart Farm. The Breakthrough Car Show is open to ...
An unforgettable celebration of spring, where locally-crafted food and beverages, live music, artisan vendors, and colonial history come together against the backdrop of the c. 1738 Great House. Early Bird ...
Enjoy the beautiful grounds and gardens of Tuckahoe during peony season. Bring your own picnic lunch, or grab some from a food truck, and celebrate mom with the whole family. ...
A hands-on exhibit exploring the unique abilities of bugs. The touring exhibit features talking animatronic members of the Bug Squad, bugs with their own superhero storyline that describes their super ...
A night for families with children with disabilities on the third Friday of each month from 5:00-7:00 pm. Families can register in advance online or can register in-person upon arrival. ...
Explore their collection of portraits through the designs of jewelry and hats worn in English royal and aristocratic social circles during the Tudor and Stuart eras (1485-1711). Join tour guide ...
Experience the spectacular Japanese tradition of taiko drumming, which dates back to the 6th century, with the River City Taiko Drummers. Joined by the Richmond Kimono Club, these taiko drummers' ...
A night full of exploration and adventure outdoors. Explorers are invited to grab their backpack, roll out their sleeping bag, pitch a tent, and join astronomy-themed STEM experiences. Campers will ...
Happiness has an impact on our mind and body, influencing our movements, perceptions, sensations, mood and more. Through dozens of human specimens called plastinates, explore how anatomy is involved in ...
Homeschoolers are invited to an open house to view the newest exhibition, "Julia Child: A Recipe for Life" and explore Virginia's food history. Please view the schedule of activities: Young ...
The debut of the new giant screen film Animal Kingdom: A Tale of Six Families. On opening weekend the other Dome films are migrating back to the library to let ...
Explore the 160th Anniversary of the Battle of Cold Harbor, site of the 1864 battle between United States and Confederate armies. This year’s event features living history demonstrations, including Ulysses ...
Immerse yourself in a cultural celebration through live performances, culinary delights, and arts and crafts. This event is in partnership with Culture Encounters, a local nonprofit organization.May 3: Philippines (Asian-American ...
On the first Friday of each month, the museum will stay open later for this family-friendly event. Between 5:00 pm and 8:00 pm, the museum will offer free admission to ...
Learn from Lydia C. Thompson, a mixed media artist, as she discusses the history of African American ceramics and the inception for the “Like the Dust Settles in Layers, So ...
