September 9, 2026 — We are pleased to announce that Kate Satin, Esq. has been elected as President to our Board of Trustees as we celebrate our 50th anniversary and…
Saturday, Sept. 19 | Free Museum Admission: 10 a.m.–5 p.m. | NYC Family Emergency Preparedness Fair: 11 a.m.–3 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 2 | 3:15–4 p.m. — DJ Got Me Fit…
July 24, 2026 — Explore, experiment, and create together at the Staten Island Children’s Museum with interactive exhibits and hands-on learning experiences designed to spark curiosity and imagination. During the…
June 25, 2026 — We are a premier destination for families all summer long, with hands-on exhibits and dynamic programming. During the month of July, we will offer a free admission day…
May 29, 2026 — During the month of June, we will offer a special admissions programs, including a Free Day in honor of Juneteenth on Saturday, June 20, a performance by…
April 27, 2026 — During the month of May, we will offer special admissions programs, the Staten Island Social family fundraiser in support of our planned exhibit, a school break…
April 20, 2026 — We will host the “Staten Island Social,” a new fundraising event on Saturday, May 2 from 4:00 pm – 7:00 pm with all proceeds benefiting our…
March 27, 2026 — During the month of April,we will offer special admissions programs as well as a week full of performers for NYC Public Schools Spring Recess. From magic, to dance, to…
March 31, 2026 – The Staten Island Children’s Museum has announced our upcoming Summer 2026 Camp schedule and rates. We will offer ten themed camp options for ages 4-8 with an engaging hands-on environment…
February 27, 2026 — This March, the Children’s Museum comes alive with an exciting and diverse lineup of programs designed to inspire, educate, and entertain visitors of all ages. Our…
January 21, 2026 — During the month of February, we will host a lineup of guest artists who will bring music, dance, yoga and literacy to life. From interactive storytelling sessions with…
December 22, 2025 — Ring in 2026 with a month of the extraordinary at the Staten Island Children’s Museum. January is filled with interactive exhibits, creative art workshops, music, magic, a culinary class, and special programs designed for families. The Museum continues to be a…
November 24, 2025 — Get ready for a December packed with discovery and delight at the Staten Island Children’s Museum (SICM)! Experience an inspiring mix of performances, creative workshops and an activity filled School Break Holiday Fun…
Children learn best when they are curious, active, and involved. Experiential learning gives kids the chance to explore the world around them through movement, creativity, and play. Instead of simply…
October 30, 2025 — This November, we invite families to explore endless possibilities of learning, creativity, and imagination. As fall arrives, the museum offers an exciting lineup of new and…
Coming in 2026: Staten Island Explorations We are designing an immersive, hands-on journey through Staten Island’s unique natural and cultural environment. Visitors will be invited to explore the ways people,…
The Staten Island Children’s Museum will once again proudly participate in the Blue Star Museums program this year, offering free admission to active and reserve military personnel and their families…
Young visitors to the Staten Island Children’s Museum have a new way to explore the wonders of the sea—without getting wet. Thanks to a $20,000 grant from the Northfield Foundation,…
We are proud to announce the appointment of a distinguished business strategy consultant to our Board of Trustees: Vikas Mittal. Mr. Mittal was approved to join our Board at the…
Staten Island Children’s Museum Offers Activities, Camp, and Special Events for Families During NYC Schools Spring Break and Beyond This April, the Staten Island Children’s Museum (SICM) invites families to…
Staten Island Children’s Museum Reopens with a February Full of Fun: Mid-Winter Fun Camp and Guest Artists Take Center Stage We are pleased to announce the Staten island Childrens Museum…
Nissan Foundation Awards Staten Island Children’s Museum $15,000 Grant to Expand Family-Based Cooking Programs We are excited to announce that we will expand our family-based drop-in cooking programs, thanks to…
Your Membership Benefits Continue During The Fall 2024 Temporary Closure for HVAC Construction Reopening on January 29, 2025 The HVAC Construction project currently underway will improve our infrastructure and the…
Staten Island Children’s Museum Announces the Appointment of Two New Trustees We are proud to announce the appointment of two distinguished business & healthcare leaders to our Board of Trustees: Marion Foley…
Our Summer 2024 program kicks off with a fun-filled, high-energy lineup of activities, performances and mini camps infused with health, fitness and STEM. We’ll provide an environment for children to…
This April, The Staten Island Children’s Museum invites everyone for a fun-filled month of entertainment. For the opening of the Spring season, we will have several exciting events—such as music…
About Us We are an inviting place to embrace creativity and culture. Inside and out, this sweeping site of learning and adventure offers children and families a variety of participatory…
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Jean Roland, a cherished benefactor whose philanthropic spirit and unwavering support have played a vital role in shaping the…
Step into the warmth and wonder of the Staten Island Children’s Museum (SICM) this December, where the magic of the season unfolds indoors and out! Nestled within the walls of…
We are delighted to announce the opening of a brand-new Sensory Space designed to provide a peaceful place of respite for young visitors who may need some time to recharge…
Children visiting the Staten Island Children’s Museum (SICM) will be delighted to know that a variety of engaging exhibits await them. Importantly, with the warmer weather upon us, the outdoor…
We are proud to announce the appointment of five distinguished business leaders to our Board of Trustees: Jason Friedhoff, Laurie Guinta, Kate Satin, Christina Tanenbaum, and Christina Ward. At least…
Staten Island Children’s Museum (SICM) is the premier educational children’s play space in the borough with 10 indoor hands-on exhibits that fascinate children including Ladder 11, a fire truck exhibit,…
We offer wide-open spaces to explore and play on cold wintry days. With 10 indoor exhibits, that include a new anthill climber and fire extinguishing activity, children will be delightfully…
Children’s museums inspire shouts of discovery, scampering, jumping, and laughter. However, loud sounds, vibrations, bright lights, and the fast pace of visitors can be overwhelming to some patrons. To mitigate…
This week, we announced the opening of two new exhibit components: Put Out The Fire in the Ladder 11 exhibit area and an Ant Hill Bug Climber in the Bugs…
We are bringing Fyütch to the main stage of the Juneteenth Freedom Celebration, organized by the Jubilee Collective, on Sunday, June 19 at 3:00 pm behind our building on the…
We are celebrating a number of special occasions this month, including Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month, Mother’s Day, Armed Forces Day, and a Free Admission Day presented in partnership with…
Interactive cultural and STEAM activities are planned for Spring Break at the Staten Island Children’s Museum. We will be open Friday, April 15 and Saturday, April 16. Closed for Easter,…
We are celebrating Women’s History Month in March through art, cooking, creating, and portrait picture taking. Visitors to the Walk in! Workshop will learn about the monotoned sculptures of Kumi…
We are celebrating Black History Month with quilting, learning about Black trailblazers, cooking dishes from South Africa and Guyana, and West African drumming workshops. Visitors to the Walk in!…
Joyful Noises and Seasonal Sounds Visitors will be dancing, singing, playing, cooking and making throughout December at the Staten Island Children’s Museum. The month will culminate in a week full…
Staten Island Children’s Museum is your go-to destination for safe family fun for fall weekends. Fall kicks off with the annual Free Family Emergency Preparedness Festival on Sunday, September 26…
CITY ANNOUNCES OVER $11 MILLION IN CAPITAL SUPPORT FOR CULTURAL ORGANIZATIONS ON THE SNUG HARBOR CAMPUS IN STATEN ISLAND The new funding will support critical upgrades and expansion projects for…
Fluidity is the quality or state of changing easily and smoothly. This July, we are exploring this concept in art and performance. In our Walk in! Workshop, educators will guide visitors…
June is a month of special occasions and Staten Island Children’s Museum is known for offering learning opportunities that include hoopla and revelry. So its no surprise that we are celebrating Father’s Day, Juneteenth, and Gay Pride Month, the latter two celebrations are of unique importance respectively to the African American and…
We write today in support of Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders (AAPI) and join those condemning the appalling acts of racism, violence, and discrimination committed against these communities across the…
We are making plans to reopen on weekends starting Saturday, April 10 with comprehensive new safety precautions, advance online ticketing, changes to the way guests explore the building, and new…
Staten Island Children’s Museum Offers Art Kits for PreK Students throughout Staten Island November 11, 2020 – To support PreK students (ages 3-4) who are typically hard to reach through…
STEAM on the Go Kits Available from the Staten Island Children’s Museum July 2, 2020 – Staten Island Children’s Museum announced that in partnership with Con Edison and National Grid…
Literacy Strategies: Motivating Children to Want to Read & Write Parenting Live Stream Talk on Zoom on Saturday On Saturday, June 13 at 1pm, The Staten Island Children’s Museum interactive…
Announcing New At Home with SICM We are excited to announce the creation of At Home with SICM: a program offering FREE online resources for parents, teachers and other caregivers…
Staten Island Children’s Museum Presents Three Weekly Live Stream Events for Kids and Parents May 21, 2020 – For families who want more connectedness and interactivity during this time at…
Fun Things To Do On A Rainy Day in Staten Island If you think there is nothing to do on a rainy day, you probably haven’t tried the Staten Island…
Fun Things to do Outside in Staten Island Looking for outdoor activities on Staten Island? The Staten Island Children’s Museum as two amazing outdoor exhibits as well as the front…
Performing Arts Studio We are pleased to share that Anjoli Chadha and Walter Rutledge have been selected for our new Performing Arts Studio program. These artists were chosen following a comprehensive review…