In the United States, we do not have a national holiday commemorating the emancipation of 4 million enslaved people. However, people have been celebrating it ever since June 19th, 1865. Juneteenth is a moment where we step back and try to understand not only the Civil War through the eyes of enslaved people, but today's…
Angel Elektra is returning to read a children's story of acceptance and understanding. Through storytelling and creativity, Drag Queen Story Hour teaches children about gender diversity and all forms of difference to build empathy and give kids the confidence to express themselves however they feel comfortable. Story Hour will take place in front of the…
This month has both the Global Day of Parents to honor parents of all families nuclear, single, foster, LGBTQ+ on June 1 and Father’s Day on June 20. The Walk in! Workshop will guide young artists in creating a collage version of a #1 Parent trophy inspired by the Mexican Father’s Day Run. …
Join us for day of science experiments, art making, outdoor exploring, and exhibit play. All staff and children will wear masks. For Ages 5-9 $70 per child for Members $85 per child for Non Members To register please email reservations@sichildrensmuseum or call (718) 273-2060 x137.
Staten Island Children’s Museum and the NYC Compost Project Hosted by Snug Harbor Cultural Center & Botanical Garden are ready to help kids get their hands dirty. Stop by the Staten Island Children's Museum for the lasagna style composting workshop, where little gardeners and environmentalists will learn what it takes to create a compost bin that is…
Please join Mr. Patrick, his guitar and his puppet friends for a super-silly, super-safe outdoor show. We will be singing, clapping, laughing and dancing 'til; the cows come home. (Maybe after they come home, too.) Fun is guaranteed! Learn more about Mr. Patrick at www.MusicwithPatrick.com The show will take place in front of the Museum. …
Pride month is a time to celebrate the diversity of gender and sexual identity and to improve the visibility, acceptance, and legal protections for the LGBTQ+ people. The Staten Island Pride Center will be joining us to host a storytime and a rainbow craft activity inspired by the LGBTQ+ flag. Free with admission
Join us at this free outdoor event to learn about plants, pollinators, and re-purposing. You will leave with an understanding of natural and non-natural materials, compost, and pollinator-attracting plants. Attendees will take home a upcycled planter made from materials that would otherwise go in the garbage, filled with a locally sourced milkweed seed that will…
Witness amazing feats of chemistry as our visiting scientist wizard explores all sorts of spectacular reactions. You will marvel at the demonstrations as the scientist releases genies from bottles and spews massive columns of foam with the use of different catalysts! So get ready to be amazed while you learn.
Captain DJ from Maker Park Radio will be spinning rockabilly, reggae, and party punk. Come and get your body moving in our outside Sea of Boats amphitheater. Come just to enjoy this free event for kids or on your way in or out of a Staten Island Children's Museum timed session.
This Saturday, April 10, and Sunday, April 11 from 12-1pm, DJ Jahtiek Long will be dj-ing on the front steps of The Staten Island Children's Museum. This outdoor event is free for all!
The Staten Island Children's Museum will reopen with two sessions each Saturday and Sunday. The first session runs from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm and the second session from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm. We strongly encourage visitors to book tickets online in advance to ensure admittance and limit one-on-one contact.