Santa Fe Children's Museum

Santa Fe Children's Museum Celebrating 38 years of discovering the joys of learning, play and community.
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The Santa Fe Children’s Museum is an exploratory space for children of all ages, toddlers to teens! We offer over 35 interactive indoor and outdoor exhibits including giant bubbles, dress-up and puppet theater, magnetic building tables, a 1.5 acre outdoor educational garden, a special place just for toddlers, and so much more!

🌟✨ Be a Part of the Backyard Trail at the Santa Fe Children’s Museum! ✨🌟We’re excited to invite you to join us in buildi...
04/13/2025

🌟✨ Be a Part of the Backyard Trail at the Santa Fe Children’s Museum! ✨🌟

We’re excited to invite you to join us in building a brighter future—brick-by-brick! 🧱

💖 Celebrate your child, a family member, yourself, or a friend with a personalized brick on our Backyard Trail!

Your involvement will help create a PATH OF PLAY and Provide a Trail of Happiness in our outdoor play space. Together, we can make a difference in the lives of New Mexico families! 🌈🤗

All proceeds from the purchase of bricks will support the initiatives and programming of the Santa Fe Children’s Museum. Let’s work together to build a joyful community for our children!

👉 Don’t miss this opportunity to leave your mark and make a positive impact! Click here https://santafechildrensmuseum.org/path-of-play-brick-program/

🔬Join us TODAY from 2-4PM for our Science Saturday program where you can conduct STEAM experiments with special guests a...
04/12/2025

🔬Join us TODAY from 2-4PM for our Science Saturday program where you can conduct STEAM experiments with special guests and our museum educators! 🧪

🚀💦 3… 2… 1… BLAST OFF! 💦🚀
This week's project is Water Rockets with Mr. Science (aka Hubert Van Hecke)! We’re defying gravity and launching some high-flying, water-powered fun that’s sure to soak up smiles and spark STEAM learning! 🌈

This program is presented by We Are Intel and partially funded by New Mexico Oil & Gas Energizing Our Future Fund

🖌 Join us every Friday for our Fine Art Friday program from 2-4pm! 🎨🫧This week our project is Blow Art: Bubbles & Bursts...
04/11/2025

🖌 Join us every Friday for our Fine Art Friday program from 2-4pm! 🎨

🫧This week our project is Blow Art: Bubbles & Bursts! Get ready to create, splash, and explore with colorful bursts of art! Watch as bubbles transform into unique masterpieces💙

✨ This program is supported by New Mexico Arts and partially funded by the City of Santa Fe Arts & Culture Department and the 1% Lodgers Tax It is also partially funded by the County of Santa Fe Lodgers' Tax ✨

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🖌 ¡Únete a nosotros todos los viernes en nuestro programa de Viernes de Bellas Artes de 2 a 4 p. m.! 🎨

🫧 ¡Esta semana nuestro proyecto es Arte Soplado: Burbujas y Explosiones! ¡Prepárate para crear, salpicar y explorar con coloridas explosiones de arte! Observa cómo las burbujas se transforman en obras maestras únicas 💙

✨ Este programa cuenta con el apoyo de New Mexico Arts y está parcialmente financiado por el Departamento de Arte y Cultura de la Ciudad de Santa Fe y el Impuesto al Inquilino del 1%. También está parcialmente financiado por el Impuesto al Inquilino del Condado de Santa Fe.✨

Make Thursday YOUR Day at the Santa Fe Children's Museum with the whole family! 🤗🔬 Head on over to the museum every Thur...
04/10/2025

Make Thursday YOUR Day at the Santa Fe Children's Museum with the whole family! 🤗

🔬 Head on over to the museum every Thursday, from 4–6 PM where ALL visitors have the chance to enjoy our educational interactive exhibits, hands-on activities, and immersive play time for FREE! 🎨

This program is generously sponsored by Nusenda Credit Union

💖Through Nusenda Credit Union’s Community Rewards® program, members who bank with Nusenda Credit Union can give back to communities across New Mexico. We’re honored to receive support from their members! 🙌

🌱Join us every Thursday at 10:30AM for our Seeds & Sprouts program where kids will dive into hands-on gardening, environ...
04/09/2025

🌱Join us every Thursday at 10:30AM for our Seeds & Sprouts program where kids will dive into hands-on gardening, environmental science, nutrition, and nature-themed activities that will spark their curiosity year-round! 🌳

💧We will be asking the question: Where does our water come from? We will be examining the world of watersheds! Discover how water flows through our environment and why it matters! 🌦️

✨This program is presented by Thornburg Investment Management as part of the Water Wise Conservation Project💦

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🌱 ¡Únete a nosotros todos los jueves a las 10:30 a.m. en nuestro programa Semillas y Raíces, donde los niños se sumergirán en actividades prácticas de jardinería, ciencias ambientales, nutrición y naturaleza que despertarán su curiosidad durante todo el año! 🌳

💧Nos preguntaremos: ¿De dónde viene nuestra agua? ¡Examinaremos el mundo de las cuencas hidrográficas! ¡Descubre cómo fluye el agua en nuestro ambiente y por qué es importante! 🌦️

✨ Este programa es presentado por Thornburg Investment Management como parte del Proyecto de Conservación Sabiduria del Agua 💦

🐥 Join us every Wednesday for Wee Wednesday from 10:30AM-11:30AM. This program is specifically designed for children 0-2...
04/08/2025

🐥 Join us every Wednesday for Wee Wednesday from 10:30AM-11:30AM. This program is specifically designed for children 0-2 and their caregivers as a place of bonding, discovery and play! 👶

🐑 We will be reading Silly Sally by Audrey Wood! Let's read, sing, make farm animal sounds, and play! 🐮🐷

This program is made possible by generous support from the Brindle Foundation and partially funded by New Mexico Arts⭐

🏃‍Our 2025 Capitol Ford Move for the Museum 5K Run/Walk presented by Forked Lightning Racquet Club is just around the co...
04/07/2025

🏃‍Our 2025 Capitol Ford Move for the Museum 5K Run/Walk presented by Forked Lightning Racquet Club is just around the corner!🚶‍

📅 Date: Sunday, April 27th
⏰ Time: 9AM-12PM
📍 Location: Bicentennial/Alto Park

🙌Thank you to our official title sponsor Capitol Ford for making this event possible🚗

There is still time to register and to fundraise! Check out all the options at moveforthemuseum5k.org 💛💚💙

🏃‍✨ Ready, Set, MOVE… for the Museum! ✨🏃‍Join us for the 2025 Capitol Ford Move for the Museum Annual Fundraising 5K Run...
04/06/2025

🏃‍✨ Ready, Set, MOVE… for the Museum! ✨🏃‍

Join us for the 2025 Capitol Ford Move for the Museum Annual Fundraising 5K Run/Walk—proudly presented by Forked Lightning Racquet Club! 🎾🚗

🗓️ Sunday, April 27th
🕘 9AM - 12PM
📍 Bicentennial/Alto Park 🌳

Whether you run, walk, or cheer from the sidelines, this fun-filled morning supports the Santa Fe Children's Museum and celebrates the life and legacy of our dear friend and board member, Michaelann Perea 💛.

👟 Open to ALL ages and fitness levels!
🧒 Kids can enjoy their very own Discovery Zone, packed with hands-on fun and STEAM activities!
🍴 Refuel with tasty eats from Chef Mary's Gourmet, Dragonfly Tea House, and Sunday at Grams from The Kitchen Table Santa Fe!

✅ Register today and let’s make every step count! → moveforthemuseum5k.org

Let’s get moving, Santa Fe! 🎽❤️

🎉 The Santa Fe Children's Museum is thrilled to highlight our collaboration with the New Mexico Oil & Gas Energizing Ou...
04/05/2025

🎉 The Santa Fe Children's Museum is thrilled to highlight our collaboration with the New Mexico Oil & Gas Energizing Our Future Fund, which generously provided $5,000 in November 2024 to support our Science Saturday program.✨

🧪Thanks to this funding, Science Saturday has continued to offer innovative, hands-on STEM experiences every Saturday from 2 PM to 4 PM.

📅 Since the beginning of the grant on November 1, 2024:

🔬 1,340 attendees have explored STEM through Science Saturday!
🏫 7 educators and 14 unique activities have enriched the program.

This impactful program is also funded by We Are Intel whose support helps ensure the continued success of our STEM education initiatives.

🔥Together, we’re sparking curiosity, breaking down barriers to STEM education, and inspiring the next generation of innovators.🌟

💖 Thank you, New Mexico Oil & Gas, for your commitment to New Mexico’s children and their future!

🖌 Join us every Friday for our Fine Art Friday program from 2-4pm! 🎨📓We’re thrilled to welcome special guest educators f...
04/04/2025

🖌 Join us every Friday for our Fine Art Friday program from 2-4pm! 🎨

📓We’re thrilled to welcome special guest educators from the Georgia O'Keeffe Museum! Join us for a fun and creative Paper Bag Sketchbooks activity, where little artists can design and make their very own sketchbooks to take home! ✂️

✨ This program is supported by New Mexico Arts and partially funded by the City of Santa Fe Arts & Culture Department and the 1% Lodgers Tax It is also partially funded by the County of Santa Fe Lodgers' Tax ✨

🌱Join us every Thursday at 10:30AM for our Seeds & Sprouts program where kids will dive into hands-on gardening, environ...
04/03/2025

🌱Join us every Thursday at 10:30AM for our Seeds & Sprouts program where kids will dive into hands-on gardening, environmental science, nutrition, and nature-themed activities that will spark their curiosity year-round! 🌳

🐴We’re thrilled to welcome the amazing team from My Little Horse Listener to the Santa Fe Children’s Museum! 🎉 Join us for a magical morning where little ones will connect with gentle horses, learn about kindness, and explore the power of communication through play and interaction. 🐎💛

Don't miss this unique experience which is designed to nurture curiosity, compassion, and creativity. 🌟

🐥 Join us every Wednesday for Wee Wednesday from 10:30AM-11:30AM. This program is specifically designed for children 0-2...
04/02/2025

🐥 Join us every Wednesday for Wee Wednesday from 10:30AM-11:30AM. This program is specifically designed for children 0-2 and their caregivers as a place of bonding, discovery and play! 👶

🐾We will be reading My Dog Laughs by Rachel Isadora. Plus enjoy a special visit from Susan and her therapy dog Maple. Let's read, sing and play!🐶

This program is made possible by generous support from the Brindle Foundation and partially funded by New Mexico Arts⭐

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🐥 Acompáñanos todos los miércoles para el Miercoles de Pequenos de 10:30 a.m. a 11:30 a.m. Este programa está diseñado específicamente para niños de 0 a 2 años y sus cuidadores, y es un espacio para conectar, descubrir y jugar. 👶

🐾Leeremos "Mi Perro se Ríe" de Rachel Isadora. Además, disfruta de una visita especial de Susan y su perro de terapia, Maple. ¡Leamos, cantemos y juguemos!🐶

Este programa es posible gracias al generoso apoyo de la Fundación Brindle y está parcialmente financiado por New Mexico Arts ⭐

☀️🎨🔬 Summer Camp Registration OPENS TODAY!🥳Get ready for a summer of discovery, creativity, and fun at the Santa Fe Chil...
04/01/2025

☀️🎨🔬 Summer Camp Registration OPENS TODAY!🥳

Get ready for a summer of discovery, creativity, and fun at the Santa Fe Children's Museum! 🌈✨

Choose from FOUR awesome weeks of camp, each packed with hands-on STEAM activities, private playtimes, and visits from special community guests! 🚀🎨🌿 Perfect for curious kids ages 5-8 who love to learn and explore!

🎨 Art Explorers | June 9-13
🔬 Science Explorers | June 16-20
🧠 Imagination Explorers | July 14-18
🌿 Nature Explorers | July 21-25

⏰ Monday - Friday
Drop-off: 8:45-9:00 AM
Pick-up: 3:45-4:00 PM
(No aftercare available)

🗓️ Registration opens TODAY April 1st!
Memberships must be active by March 31st to get the discount code! 💌

Spaces fill fast—don’t miss out on this enchanted summer of art, science, and play! 🎉
👉 Learn more: https://santafechildrensmuseum.org/programs/seasonal-camps/

Summer Camp Scholarships are available and are brought to you by the generosity of Los Alamos National Laboratory and Triad National Security, LLC

🏃You’re invited to the 2025 Capitol Ford 🚗, Move for the Museum Annual Fundraising 5K Run/Walk presented by Forked Ligh...
03/31/2025

🏃You’re invited to the 2025 Capitol Ford 🚗, Move for the Museum Annual Fundraising 5K Run/Walk presented by Forked Lightning Racquet Club 🎾

This exciting event takes place on Sunday, April 27th from 9AM - 12PM at Bicentennial/Alto Park 🌳.

This special day honors the memory of Michaelann Perea—a beloved SFCM board member, volunteer, and friend 💛.

👟 Runners and walkers of all levels are welcome to join the 5K fun!
🧒 And don’t miss the Kids Discovery Zone, filled with hands-on activities just for little explorers!
🍴 Enjoy delicious food and refreshing drinks from Chef Mary's Gourmet, Dragonfly Tea House and Sunday at Grams from The Kitchen Table Santa Fe.

✅ Register NOW at this link moveforthemuseum5k.org
Let’s move together for a great cause! 🎽❤️

🔬Join us every Saturday from 2-4PM for our Science Saturday program where you can conduct STEAM experiments with special...
03/30/2025

🔬Join us every Saturday from 2-4PM for our Science Saturday program where you can conduct STEAM experiments with special guests and our museum educators! 🧪

🗿✨ We’re excited to welcome special guest educators from the New Mexico Office of Archaeological Studies (OAS)! Join us for a hands-on adventure as we explore New Mexico’s rich history by discovering ancient cultures, fascinating artifacts, and incredible technologies from the past. It’s a journey through time you won’t want to miss! 🔍🏺

This program is presented by We Are Intel and partially funded by New Mexico Oil & Gas Energizing Our Future Fund

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🔬 Acompáñanos todos los sábados de 2 p.m. a 4 p.m. para nuestro programa Sábado de Ciencias, donde podrás realizar experimentos STEAM con invitados especiales y los educadores de nuestro museo. 🧪

🗿✨ ¡Nos complace dar la bienvenida a los educadores invitados especiales de la Oficina de Estudios Arqueológicos de Nuevo México (OAS)! Acompáñenos en una aventura práctica mientras exploramos la rica historia de Nuevo México, descubriendo culturas antiguas, artefactos fascinantes y tecnologías increíbles del pasado. ¡Es un viaje a través del tiempo que no se querrá perder! 🔍🏺

Este programa es presentado por Nosotros somos Intel y financiado parcialmente por el Fondo para Energizar Nuestro Futuro de Petróleo y Gas de Nuevo México.

🎶✨ Stand Up and Sing! ✨🎶Join our neighbors the Center for Contemporary Arts of Santa Fe for a FREE family-friendly music...
03/29/2025

🎶✨ Stand Up and Sing! ✨🎶
Join our neighbors the Center for Contemporary Arts of Santa Fe for a FREE family-friendly music adventure right next door! 🏃‍💃

Kids and grownups alike can move, groove, and sing along with conductor and arts educator Oliver Prezant, mezzo-soprano Olga Perez Flora, tenor Jamie Flora, and pianist Natasha Stojanovska.

🎤🎹 Get ready to explore how stage movement can make singing feel even more magical—featuring exciting excerpts from Bizet’s Carmen! 💃🎶

🗓️ Sunday, March 30
🕜 1:30 PM - 2:30 PM
📍 Muñoz Waxman Gallery at CCA (right by the Museum!)
🎟️ FREE, but registration is required → oliverprezant.com/upcoming-events

🔬Join us every Saturday from 2-4PM for our Science Saturday program where you can conduct STEAM experiments with special...
03/29/2025

🔬Join us every Saturday from 2-4PM for our Science Saturday program where you can conduct STEAM experiments with special guests and our museum educators! 🧪

🦋We will be welcoming special guest educator Wade Harrell from The Santa Fe Reptile and Bug Museum for a creature meet and greet! Meet interesting insects🐜, amazing amphibians🐸, and regal reptiles! 🐊

This program is presented by We Are Intel and partially funded by
New Mexico Oil & Gas Energizing Our Future Fund

🎶Join us for TODAY from 1PM -5PM for an unforgettable Fine Art Friday, where the magic of music will come alive! 🎵🎼Kids ...
03/28/2025

🎶Join us for TODAY from 1PM -5PM for an unforgettable Fine Art Friday, where the magic of music will come alive! 🎵

🎼Kids of all ages will experience the joy of rhythm, melody, and song. This Day of Music will create an interactive world of musical magic featuring live interactive concerts and musical exhibits. Meet Classical 95.5 KHFM hosts and representatives of local arts organizations, or tune in to hear about educational opportunities available to you and your kids. Bring your family, and help us celebrate the power of music in a program full of fun and learning!🎧

✨ This program is supported by New Mexico Arts and partially funded by the City of Santa Fe Arts & Culture Department and the 1% Lodgers Tax It is also partially funded by the County of Santa Fe Lodgers' Tax ✨

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🎶 ¡Únanse a nosotros HOY de 1 p.m. a 5 p.m. para un inolvidable Viernes de Bellas Artes, donde la magia de la música cobrará vida!🎵

🎼 Niños de todas las edades experimentarán la alegría del ritmo, la melodía y la canción. Este Día de la Música creará un mundo interactivo de magia musical con conciertos interactivos en vivo y exhibiciones musicales. Conozca a los presentadores de Classical 95.5 KHFM y a representantes de organizaciones artísticas locales, o sintonícenos para enterarse de las oportunidades educativas disponibles para usted y sus hijos. ¡Traiga a su familia y ayúdenos a celebrar el poder de la música en un programa lleno de diversión y aprendizaje! 🎧

✨ Este programa cuenta con el apoyo de New Mexico Arte y está parcialmente financiado por el Departamento de Arte y Cultura de la Ciudad de Santa Fe y el Impuesto al Inquilino del 1%. También está parcialmente financiado por el Impuesto al Inquilino del Condado de Santa Fe.✨

Address

1050 Old Pecos Trl
Santa Fe, NM
87505

Opening Hours

Wednesday 10am - 6pm
Thursday 10am - 6pm
Friday 10am - 6pm
Saturday 10am - 6pm
Sunday 12pm - 5pm

Telephone

(505) 989-8359

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