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DECEMBER 2020: MIAMI CHILDREN’S MUSEUM CELEBRATES HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS – Experience Holiday Festivals from Around the World

DECEMBER 2020: MIAMI CHILDREN’S MUSEUM CELEBRATES HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS – Experience Holiday Festivals from Around the World

December is a month filled with holidays and celebrations.  Miami Children’s Museum is celebrating all month long… virtually!  They have programmed a whole variety of activities through their social media channels and online Museum at Home program that are sure to bring a world of Holiday cheer that everyone can enjoy. The month-long celebration is sponsored by Capital One®.

Learn more about and join in the celebration of many different holidays and festivities happening around the world, right from your own home!  The Children’s Museum will be exploring Hanukkah, Christmas, Kwanzaa, St. Lucia’s Day, Pancha Ganapati, Bodhi Day, and the winter solstice celebrations of Dongzhi and Yalda Night!  There will be a variety of games, crafts, sensory bins, art projects, and recipes to help you learn more about each of these celebrations.  They will also have video storytelling and sing-alongs from their award-winning Theater Troupe, to enhance the holiday exploration.  It’s all happening online at Miami Children’s Museum: www.miamichildrensmuseum.org.

Though temporarily closed to the public, Miami Children’s Museum’s exciting “Museum at Home” online program continues to bring all the experiences of the Museum to the safety and comfort of one’s own home.  Among the ways to access the program and participate are:

Website:       miamichildrensmuseum.org/museum-at-home

Facebook:     facebook.com/miami.childrens.museum  

Instagram:    @miamichildrensmuseum

Twitter:        @MiChiMu

YouTube:      Miami Children’s Museum

Miami Children’s Museum offers bilingual and interactive exhibits, programs, classes and learning materials related to arts, culture, community and communication. The Museum has 17 interactive galleries and houses many exciting and fun traveling exhibits. Miami Children’s Museum is dedicated to enriching the lives of all children by fostering a love of learning through play and enabling children to realize their highest potential. Through arts and educational programs, the Museum seeks to include and target all audiences in Miami’s changing and diverse community by being the “town center” for Miami-Dade County’s children and families.

About Miami Children’s Museum

Founded in 1983, Miami Children’s Museum is dedicated to enriching the lives of all children by fostering a love of learning through play and enabling children to realize their highest potential.  Visitors of all ages are encouraged to play, learn, imagine and create.  The 56,500-square-foot facility includes 17 galleries, classrooms, a 200-seat auditorium and outdoor exhibits, including two playgrounds.  The Museum offers hundreds of bilingual, interactive exhibits; programs and classes, including special needs classes; Subway restaurant; a Kid Smart educational gift shop and learning materials related to arts, culture, community and communication.  To learn more about the museum, please visit www.miamichildrensmuseum.org.

Miami Children’s Museum receives both private and public funding.  The Museum is sponsored in part by the Department of State, Division of Cultural Affairs, The Florida Council on Arts and Culture and the State of Florida; with the support of the Miami-Dade County Department of Cultural Affairs and the Cultural Affairs Council, the Miami-Dade County Mayor and Board of County Commissioners; and the City of Miami.

The Miami Children's Museum is known in South Florida for its fun, hands-on exhibits that turn learning into an adventure for kids. The top five exhibits are favorites among families because they each offer something special. Whether they spark creativity or teach about the environment, these experiences are memorable and keep families returning. Find out why these main exhibits are so popular with both children and parents.

Interactive Learning at Miami Children's Museum

At the Miami Children's Museum, learning is made fun and exciting through interactive play. Kids learn and grow by exploring each exhibit, which encourages curiosity and hands-on discovery. This approach helps children build important thinking and problem-solving skills while having a great time.

We use a hands-on approach to learning, which matches current educational ideas. This way, kids understand more and remember what they learn. They can try activities like building, making music, or exploring a pretend ocean, following their interests and learning at their own speed. This freedom helps kids develop a love for learning that lasts.

We also make sure our exhibits are accessible and fun for all children, no matter their abilities. This focus on inclusivity means every child can take part and benefit from what we offer. It shows our important role in helping kids learn and bringing families together.

Popular Exhibits at Miami Children's Museum

We feature exhibits that inspire curiosity and imagination in kids. Here’s a look at some of our most popular attractions that both children and parents enjoy.

  1. The Castle of Dreams

The Castle of Dreams welcomes kids into a magical space where they can use their imaginations. Children can pretend to be knights, princesses, or dragons with dress-up areas and storytelling corners. A small castle makes the experience even more fun, letting kids invent their own stories.

  1. Ocean Odyssey

The Ocean Odyssey exhibit takes kids on an underwater adventure in the middle of Miami. It shows bright displays of ocean life, including coral reefs and touch tanks where children can feel sea creatures. Kids can also learn about why protecting the ocean matters through fun, interactive panels.

  1. Music Makers Studio

The Music Makers Studio is a fun place where kids can explore music. They can try digital keyboards, drums, and even record their own sounds. Kids enjoy this studio because it lets them be creative and express themselves through music.

  1. Health & Wellness Center

The Health & Wellness Center turns learning about healthy habits into a fun adventure. Kids can try activities that teach about fitness and good nutrition in a playful way. They can run obstacle courses, play games about healthy eating, and even pretend to shop for groceries.

  1. Construction Zone

In the Construction Zone, kids become young builders and engineers. They use blocks and tools to create everything from simple towers to complex structures. Working together on projects helps them practice problem-solving, teamwork, and spatial skills.

Why Kids and Parents Love These Exhibits

These exhibits bring families together by making learning fun. Each one uses play to spark curiosity and help kids understand new things. Parents appreciate that the museum is a safe and exciting place for children to explore. Visiting us at the Miami Children's Museum helps kids grow and gives families special memories. Plan your visit today and see how interactive learning can be both magical and memorable.