Galveston Children's Museum

Galveston Children's Museum Where learning is child's play!
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The Galveston Children’s Museum:

• is an Island resource that attracts families and serves the community;
• supports all areas of education;
• offers self-directed activities promoting science, literacy, math, and the arts;
• showcases dynamic exhibits targeting a primary focus group of children ages 2-10 and beyond.
• conducts special programming for children of all ages.

06/19/2026

🍝 A very special thank you to Chef Concetta Maceo!

Today, Cooking with Concetta lead our campers through the process of making fresh pasta and sauce from scratch. From mixing ingredients to kneading dough, campers experienced firsthand how food brings together science, creativity, culture, and community.

One of the highlights of the day was watching children gain confidence as they transformed a few simple ingredients into something delicious with their own hands.

To make the experience even more memorable, every family received a jar of Maceo Spice and Import Company gravy to take home and enjoy together.

At the Galveston Children's Museum, we believe some of the most meaningful learning happens when children connect with experts from our community.

We are grateful to all of you who share your knowledge, inspire our campers, and help create a truly unforgettable experience.

06/17/2026

🙋‍♀️ Be honest... would your child try papaya at home?

Today, our campers did. 🌈

With special guest Chef Mary Bass, campers created fruit kebabs, made a delicious dipping sauce, and tasted fruits many had never tried before, including papaya and yellow watermelon!

A huge thank you to Chef Mary for helping our campers discover that trying new foods can be an adventure.

Love what Chef Mary does? Check out Good Dough Kolache Bakery and La Cocina Market by Chef Mary Bass for delicious food and cooking classes!

When your dad is a chef and you convince him that he needs to bring dough so campers can make homemade tortillas and shr...
06/17/2026

When your dad is a chef and you convince him that he needs to bring dough so campers can make homemade tortillas and shredded chicken for quesadilla

Thanks Chef Brian Peper for making cooking camp special for our campers

Make sure to check him out: https://www.brianpeper.com/

The outside may be a little wild today, but the fun is still happening at the Galveston Children's Museum! 🌊☔We're OPE...
06/17/2026

The outside may be a little wild today, but the fun is still happening at the Galveston Children's Museum! 🌊☔

We're OPEN and ready to welcome families looking for a place to play, explore, create, and learn.

If you're searching for a rainy-day activity, a break from the beach, or just somewhere the kids can burn off some energy, come spend the day with us.

Dry floors. Cool air. Lots of hands-on fun here on island.

See you soon! ❤️

Too hot for the playground?Skip the heat and spend the day exploring the Galveston Children's Museum! 🌞➡️❄️From building...
06/13/2026

Too hot for the playground?

Skip the heat and spend the day exploring the Galveston Children's Museum! 🌞➡️❄️

From building and creating to experimenting and imaginative play, there's always something new to discover. Best of all, it's all indoors and air-conditioned.

Whether you're a local family or visiting Galveston Island for the weekend, the museum is the perfect place to learn, play, and make memories together.

Come cool off, stay curious, and let the kids lead the adventure.

We can't wait to welcome you this weekend! ❤️

06/13/2026

This camp sold out for a reason. 🧵✨

Our Stitch & Design campers spent the week learning to sew on real sewing machines, creating original projects, and building confidence through hands-on learning.

The highlight? A Community Showcase where campers shared their creations and what they learned with family members and community supporters.

Watching campers proudly present their work is one of our favorite parts of summer camp. ❤️

Thank you E Ektefaei Designs for spending the week with us and having campers think through design

Thank you to our community members from MarMo Plaza Galveston Regional Chamber of Commerce Galveston Island and Vision Galveston for taking time to stop by and chat with the campers

A special thank you to all of the families for trusting us with your campers and coming to support them on Thursday!

If you're still looking for summer camps, don't wait, many of our remaining camps are filling quickly.

06/13/2026

✨ Today, the lights went down and creativity lit up! ✨

Our Glow Art Camp transformed into a neon art studio as campers explored color, light, and creativity through hands-on projects.

🎨 Neon dot sticker art
🌀 Glow-in-the-dark spin art
🌟 Pipe cleaner creations
💡 Blacklight painting
✨ And plenty of opportunities to experiment, imagine, and create

The best part? There was no "right" way to make art.

Campers tested ideas, solved problems, and discovered how different materials behaved under blacklight.

At the Galveston Children's Museum, we know art is more than making something pretty. It's about creativity, confidence, fine motor skills, and learning to think outside the box.

Judging by the smiles today, Glow Art Camp was a glowing success! 💜💚🩷

🚨 Summer Camp Update: Don't Wait to Register! 🚨If you've been planning to sign up for camp later, now is the time to tak...
06/12/2026

🚨 Summer Camp Update: Don't Wait to Register! 🚨

If you've been planning to sign up for camp later, now is the time to take a look at our schedule.

Already SOLD OUT:
✅ Robotics Camp
✅ Creator Camp
✅ The first two weeks of summer camp

Almost SOLD OUT:
⚠️ Sensory Camp
⚠️ August Roblox & Jr. Game Makers Camp

Limited spots remain in several July camps and our popular Friday Fun Camps.

This summer lots of our camps are filling weeks in advance, and once they're full, we can’t add additional campers.

If your child has been hoping to join us this summer, we encourage you to register as soon as possible.

Hands-on science, art, engineering, creativity, and screen-free fun are waiting!

Register here: https://www.cognitoforms.com/GalvestonChildrensMuseum1/_2026SummerGCMCampRegistrationAndMedicalForm

Tag a parent who still needs summer plans. ☀️

06/11/2026

🇳🇱🧡 A little piece of the World Cup excitement rolled through Galveston Island today!

Our campers stepped outside to cheer on the Dutch Orange Bus as it made its way through town on its journey toward the FIFA World Cup. Waving flags, sharing smiles, and celebrating with visitors from around the world made for a memorable summer camp moment.

At the Galveston Children's Museum, we love creating opportunities for children to connect with the world beyond our walls. Moments like these spark curiosity, build cultural awareness, and remind us that big events can inspire young minds in unexpected ways.

Did you spot the Orange Bus in Galveston today?


FIFA World Cup

06/10/2026

Two days down, two more to go! Everyone is having so much fun in design camp.

Next up, our SOLD OUT cooking camp! Sensory camp is almost sold out too. Don’t miss out on the summer fun!

Address

2618 Broadway Street
Galveston, TX
77550

Opening Hours

Monday 9:30am - 5pm
Tuesday 9:30am - 5pm
Wednesday 9:30am - 5pm
Thursday 9:30am - 5pm
Friday 9:30am - 5pm
Saturday 9:30am - 5pm
Sunday 12pm - 5pm

Telephone

(409) 572-2544

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