Looking for some kid-friendly fun in the Santa Rosa area? Why not visit the Children’s Museum!? We regularly host programs and special events for kids designed to blend playtime and learning. Check out upcoming events for the week ahead here!
Planning a trip to Sonoma County with the family? Our calendar shows programs and events months in advance so you can include family-friendly activities in your visit.


Creation Station
This open studio time allows children of all ages to create open-ended art using all recycled and repurposed materials! Our Art Studio Specialist is there to facilitate the use of…

Garden Party!
Through hands-on science and art activities, you will learn more about sustainable gardening practices you can use beyond our walls in your own home garden.

Sewing Creations
Come Explore the Art of Textiles! Sewing machines and materials for hand stitching will be available for use during this facilitated program. Our Art Studio Specialist will be on hand…

Member Mornings
We LOVE our members! On Sunday mornings the Children’s Museum dedicates the first 2 hours of the day to members only. Interested in becoming a member? Check out our affordable…

S.T.E.A.M Room
Visit our S.T.E.A.M. Room, in the Dow Event Center adjacent to Ella’s Art Studio, open every weekend from 1:00pm – 3:00pm. Children and families can explore activities and materials at their own pace.
S.T.E.A.M stands for Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math. The provided activities and materials engage children in these principles and concepts and rotate monthly.

Nature Explorers
Nature Explorers helps families explore the art and science of the natural world. Join us with an experienced California Naturalist through a variety of programs with hands-on experiences from specimen…

Sensory Friendly Afternoon
The Children’s Museum of Sonoma County hosts free Sensory Friendly Afternoons exclusive to families of children with special needs.

Nature Explorers
Geared toward children 4 years and up, this hands-on program lets little ones experience and explore nature around the Museum with a California Naturalist.

Creation Station
This open studio time allows children of all ages to create open-ended art using all recycled and repurposed materials! Our Art Studio Specialist is there to facilitate the use of…
“The creation of something new is not accomplished by the intellect but by the play instinct.”
–Carl Jung