A Summer of Play and Community at Minnesota Children’s Museum
This summer, we’re turning up the fun and playful learning with Game On!, a brand-new exhibit that brings the excitement of gameplay to life like never before.
The fun doesn’t stop at the Special Exhibit Gallery doors. We’re using Game On! as the inspiration for even more playful opportunities throughout the entire museum all summer long. These special events, created with support from 825 Arts, will invite visitors to explore, celebrate and connect.
Each month, we’re hosting a variety of events that bring different themes to life, each one grounded in the vibrant diversity of our community:
June: Pride – We’re celebrating 2SLGBTQIA+ kids and families with playful programs that honor identity, inclusion and love.
July: Rondo – Join us in recognizing the powerful legacy and rich history of St. Paul’s Rondo neighborhood through storytelling and movement.
August: Summer Wrap-Up – We’ll close out the season with a celebration of community and togetherness.
Summer 2025 Programming Schedule
| Saturday, June 7 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. |
Ojibwe Games with Nashke Native Games Learn traditional and contemporary Ojibwe games and language from Minnesota-based Ojibwe game company Nashke Native Games. |
| Sunday, June 8 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. |
Unapologetically Us: Pride Family Storytime with The Queer Puppet Collective Celebrate the diversity of all kinds of identities and family structures with stories, songs, joy… and puppets! When kids see themselves reflected, they grow up knowing they belong. |
| Saturday, June 14 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. |
Kid-Prov Comedy Games with Good Camel Comedy Theater Grab a costume, pick a prop and let your imagination run wild! Make up characters, invent games and create your own silly adventures — anything can happen! |
| Thursday, June 19 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. |
Unapologetically Us: Pride Family Storytime with The Queer Puppet Collective Celebrate the diversity of all kinds of identities and family structures with stories, songs, joy… and puppets! When kids see themselves reflected, they grow up knowing they belong. |
| Friday, June 27 2 p.m. – 7 p.m. |
Kid-Prov Comedy Games with Good Camel Comedy Theater Grab a costume, pick a prop and let your imagination run wild! Make up characters, invent games and create your own silly adventures — anything can happen! |
| Tuesday, July 8 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. |
Double Dutch with Rondo Double Dutch Swing, jump and laugh with us! Join friendly coaches for a classic Double Dutch pop-up, where rhythm meets fun and everyone’s invited to give it a try. No experience needed, just bring your best bounce! |
| Sunday, July 13 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. |
“The Stories from My Grandmother’s Hands” with T. Mychael Rambo Join acclaimed Twin Cities actor and author T. Mychael Rambo as he reads “The Stories from My Grandmother’s Hands,” sing songs and tells tales about the Rondo community’s resilience. |
| Sunday, July 20 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. |
“The Stories from My Grandmother’s Hands” with T. Mychael Rambo Join acclaimed Twin Cities actor and author T. Mychael Rambo as he reads “The Stories from My Grandmother’s Hands,” sing songs and tells tales about the Rondo community’s resilience. |
| Saturday, July 26 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. |
Double Dutch with Rondo Double Dutch Swing, jump and laugh with us! Join friendly coaches for a classic Double Dutch pop-up, where rhythm meets fun and everyone’s invited to give it a try. No experience needed, just bring your best bounce! |
| Wednesday, Aug. 6 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. |
Living Language of Movement with Ananya Dance Theatre Explore the living language of movement. We’ll imitate our non-human relatives by building sculptures and rhythms with our bodies. What kind of conversations can be had through dance? Come find out! |
| Sunday, Aug. 17 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. |
Back to School Storytime with Paige Collette Actor and performer Paige Collette will take listeners on a journey back to school through stories and songs. Listen to tales about brave first days, discovering yourself and making new friends. |
| Tuesday, Aug. 26 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. |
Back to School Storytime with Paige Collette Actor and performer Paige Collette will take listeners on a journey back to school through stories and songs. Listen to tales about brave first days, discovering yourself and making new friends. |
At the heart of our summer programming is a simple belief: Play is a powerful way to connect.
Minnesota Children’s Museum is more than a place to play—it’s a place to learn, to feel seen and to grow with curiosity and compassion. When children see their identities and cultures reflected in the spaces around them, they feel a sense of belonging.
We also believe that diversity, equity and inclusion are integral to fulfilling our mission of sparking children’s learning through play. As a community resource for thousands of families, we are committed to being an inclusive and welcoming place for everyone.
We value diversity: We appreciate all people and embrace the similarities and differences.
We value inclusion: We strive to be welcoming and inclusive in our physical spaces and in everything we do and say.
We value equity: We provide opportunities that help people facing disparities achieve their full potential.
Through this special programming, we’re helping to build a future where every child knows they matter.