Explore the work of pollinators and other beneficial bugs and tackle some important questions in order to better understand and support these tiny heroes. Each child will create a seed bomb to take home. Free with museum admission. ...
Focused on school readiness skills, this weekly series of collaborative art-making sessions playfully explores art processes and encourages learning through artistic play. This event is ideal for ages 3 to 8 and older. Free with museum admission. In February, work with weaving, using cool winter colors and textures. In March, build paper sculptures and learning ...
On the first Tuesday of each month Master Ribeiro will give a beginner course in martial arts. Studying martial arts is ideal for young children. It provides them with an outlet for their energy, but it also teaches about respect, discipline, and other core values that will go with them beyond the dojo. Junior martial ...
A monthly cultural celebration for the entire family. This event is in partnership with Culture Encounters, a local nonprofit organization. Immerse yourself in diverse global cultures through live performances, culinary delights, and arts and crafts. Free with museum admission. ...
Pop-up ballet classes for the Museum guests provided by Bella Ballerina. The class is offered on the third Thursday of each month through June. No registration is required. Free with museum admission. ...
A fun, interactive pop-up class, move, dance, and play with Bella Ballerina RVA. Recommended for dancers ages 2 to 5 (parents may need to join if under 3). ...
On the first Tuesday of each month Master Ribeiro will give a beginner course in martial arts. Studying martial arts is ideal for young children. It provides them with an outlet for their energy, but it also teaches about respect, discipline, and other core values that will go with them beyond the dojo. Junior martial ...
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. Register online. A cool down room will be available and sensory supports provided. ...
A monthly cultural celebration for the entire family. This event is in partnership with Culture Encounters, a local nonprofit organization. Immerse yourself in diverse global cultures through live performances, culinary delights, and arts and crafts. Free with museum admission. ...
On the first Tuesday of each month with Master Ribeiro and take a beginner course in martial arts. Studying martial arts is ideal for young children. It provides them with an outlet for their energy, but it also teaches them about respect, discipline, and other core values that will go with them beyond the dojo. ...
Pop-up ballet classes for Chesterfield Museum guests provided by Bella Ballerina. The class is offered from January to June on the third Thursday of each month. No registration is required. Free with museum admission. ...
On the first Tuesday of each month with Master Ribeiro and take a beginner course in martial arts. Studying martial arts is ideal for young children. It provides them with an outlet for their energy, but it also teaches them about respect, discipline, and other core values that will go with them beyond the dojo. ...
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. A cool down room will be available and sensory supports provided. ...
Join us on the Third Thursday of each month at CMoR Chesterfield for free pop-up ballet classes for Chesterfield Museum guests provided by Bella Ballerina. The class is offered from January to June on the third Thursday of each month. No registration is required. Free with museum admission. ...
Pop-up ballet classes for Chesterfield Museum guests provided by Bella Ballerina. The class is offered from January to June on the third Thursday of each month. No registration is required. Free with museum admission. ...
Use a variety of tools to draw spiderwebs on foam, apply paint, and stamp onto paper to try spooky spiderweb printing. This event is ideal for ages 3 to 8 years. Free with Museum admission. ...
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 via the link or can register in-person upon arrival. A cool down room will be available and sensory supports provided. ...
Start by reading a story, then jump into learning some awesome ballet and jazz dances, and finally end the class by acting out the story with costumes. This class is perfect for beginners or experienced dancers – anyone who likes to bust a move and learn something new. Free with museum admission. ...
At the Children’s Museum, the Pre-K Vision Program will provide vision screenings in a fun and interactive environment. Trained professionals will use the non-invasive PlusOptix screening device, ensuring that the experience is enjoyable and stress-free for the children. The screening process takes just 7-10 seconds per child, and parents/guardians will receive immediate results, including a ...
Learn how to make colorful animal molas out of soft felt fabrics. This event is ideal for ages 4 to 8+ yrs. Free with Museum admission. ...
Learn about La Cartonería Mexicana, the colorful and imaginative art from Mexico made with cardboard, paper, and paste (also known as papier-mâché). Come watch how a Piñata is made or get your hands wet and help the artists – smocks will be provided. This event is ideal for ages 3 to 8+ yrs. Free with Museum ...
A pop-up ballet classes for Chesterfield Museum guests provided by Bella Ballerina. The class is offered from January to June on the third Thursday of each month. No registration is required. Free with museum admission. ...
Practice fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination through sensory play with clay. Sculpt your own clay or glaze a clay tile for a Museum community art piece. This event is ideal for ages 3 to 8 plus years old. This event is free with Museum admission. ...
On the third Tuesday of each month at CMoR Chesterfield for Acting Through Play with Faith Rocks Performing Arts Academy. Each class begins with play. Shea Edwards starts every class with getting the students comfortable on the stage via movement and song. A series of short form improvisation games and activities are to follow, increasing ...
A night for families with children with disabilities on the third Friday of each month. Families can register in advance via the link or can register in-person upon arrival. A cool down room will be available and sensory supports provided. ...
Practice fine motor skills in a fun sensory experience. This event is ideal for ages 2 to 6 plus years old. This event is free with Museum admission. ...
Practice fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination through sensory play with clay. Sculpt your own clay or glaze a clay tile for a Museum community art piece. This event is ideal for ages 3 to 8 plus years old. This event is free with Museum admission. ...
Richmond SPCA will introduce Zeke and teach about introductions to new/unknown dogs. Please note: all dogs brought into the museum through this program are kid-tested and very friendly. ...
Practice fine motor skills, problem-solving, self-awareness, and hand-eye coordination by weaving with yarn on a cardboard loom. This event is ideal for ages 4 to 8+ years old. This event is free with Museum admission. ...
Practice fine motor skills, following steps in order, and hand-eye coordination by making a yarn pom pom using a cardboard tool. This event is ideal for ages 3 to 8 years old. This event is free with Museum admission. ...
