A young child playing with a large scale Marble Run Obstacle course at the Children's Museum of Sonoma County

July 17, 2023

Fun Engineering Activities and STEAM Projects for Kids by Age

In this blog post, we will explore age-appropriate engineering projects that cater to different stages of a child's development. The activities are designed to encourage innovators and problem solvers of…

A child playing at a Sensory Friendly Events in Santa Rosa at the Children's Museum of Sonoma County

June 21, 2023

What Are Sensory Friendly Events at the Children’s Museum?

At the Children's Museum, we offer sensory friendly events designed to provide greater accessibility to our guests and ensure every child has the opportunity to experience the wonders of learning…

a group of happy, friendly people putting their hands in the middle of a huddle as a gesture of positive team work

May 19, 2023

Celebrating the Power of Community with the Children’s Museum

At the Children's Museum of Sonoma County, we believe forging strong connections with other local non-profit organizations not only expands our capabilities but also create valuable liaisons that benefit the…

Three young children happily playing with the Mechanical Waterways 2.0 Waterplay Exhibit at the Children's Museum of Sonoma County

April 10, 2023

Behind the Scenes: Mechanical Waterways 2.0 Waterplay Exhibit

Children of all ages love waterplay! Get an inside look at the incredible work that went into planning, designing, and installing the Mechanical Waterways 2.0 waterplay exhibit at the Children’s…

April 9, 2023

Celebrating the Life of Local Artist Bruce Johnson

Collette Michaud, CEO and Founder of the Children’s Museum of Sonoma County, honors the life of local Bruce Johnson, creator of our beloved Mega Flora exhibit, in a recent Press…

A close up of a flowering artichoke in the edible garden at the Children's Museum of Sonoma County

March 13, 2023

5 Bugs That Are Good for Your Garden and Why

In this blog, we’ll explore five bugs that are good for your garden and why they are so important to our local ecosystem in Sonoma County. During your next museum…

February 16, 2023

The Importance of Arts and Crafts for Early Childhood Development

In this blog post, we'll look at the importance of arts and crafts for early childhood development, and provide creative activity suggestions that you can do at home with children…

A view of the exterior of the Children's Museum of Sonoma County featuring children and parents playing with interactive exhibits in Mary's Garden.

February 6, 2023

15 Best Things to Do with Kids in Santa Rosa, CA

In a recent article in Travel Lens, the Children's Museum of Sonoma County is featured as one of the best places to spend a day in Santa Rosa with kids!

A panoramic view of the interior of the Children's Museum of Sonoma County featuring children and parents playing with interactive exhibits.

January 23, 2023

52 Perfect Saturdays in Sonoma County

In a recent article, Sonoma Magazine lists the Children's Museum of Sonoma County as the perfect place to spend a day in Santa Rosa with kids!

Chinese dragon and lion masks used to perform Lunar New Year Dragon Dance

January 12, 2023

5 Fun Ways to Celebrate the Lunar New Year with Kids

In this blog post, we'll be sharing a number of creative ideas for celebrating the Lunar New Year with kids. Whether you've celebrated before, or you’re new to the holiday,…

Fun Engineering Activities and STEAM Projects for Kids by Age

What Are Sensory Friendly Events at the Children’s Museum?

Celebrating the Power of Community with the Children’s Museum

Behind the Scenes: Mechanical Waterways 2.0 Waterplay Exhibit

Celebrating the Life of Local Artist Bruce Johnson

5 Bugs That Are Good for Your Garden and Why

The Importance of Arts and Crafts for Early Childhood Development

15 Best Things to Do with Kids in Santa Rosa, CA

52 Perfect Saturdays in Sonoma County

5 Fun Ways to Celebrate the Lunar New Year with Kids

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