Children's Museum of Southeastern Connecticut
Children’s Museum of SECT, an interactive, hands-on, educational place where children try on new roles, let imaginations soar and feel safe while exploring the world around them. Located in Niantic, CT. Web: childrensmuseumsect.org
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Location:
Niantic, CT, 06357
Phone:
(860) 691.1111
Tues - Sat:
9:30 am - 4:30 pm
Sun:
12:00 pm - 4:30 pm
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Trikes to Bikes 2008Created about a month ago
What's New?!!Created about 2 months ago

Children's Museum of Southeastern Connecticut

 
Children's Museum of Southeastern Connecticut

Children's Museum of Southeastern Connecticut Calling all CARPENTERS! The Museum is looking for experienced carpenters willing to donate their time and talents to NEW EXHIBITS to be completed and ready for installation, Jan. 4. Off-site workspace and materials provided! Call Michael or Melissa at 860-691-1111.

October 30 at 11:13am
Josh Chalmers
Josh Chalmers
If you volunteer to help this special place, you will not be sorry. I have been regularly inspired by the little dreamers that play and learn here -- and the staff is dedicated to building foundations for kids and families. Sign up and lend a hand -- it'll come back to you in JOY.
October 30 at 4:27pm
Children's Museum of Southeastern Connecticut
November 1 at 1:55pm
Children's Museum of Southeastern Connecticut

Children's Museum of Southeastern Connecticut
Josh Chalmers returns to once again chair the fabulous gala supporting the Children’s Museum of Southeastern Connecticut. Known for glamour, glitz, interactive surprises and serious attention to creative details, the Fairy Tale Ball is not your ordinary fundraiser! Josh is thrilled to announce that over 20 talented art...ists and designers from New York, Connecticut, Rhode Island and Massachusetts have already committed to bringing inspiring themed tables to life in everyone’s favorite Ball setting – Sonalysts Studios.
Get ready for floor-to-ceiling decor, themed to the best of children's literature, a unique collection of silent auction items inspired by even more fairy tales and stories, our famous transformation station, open bar, plus a few new surprises guaranteed to spark your imagination. In addition, we're thrilled to announce that the Connecticut Caterers Association is a Fairy Tale Ball 2010 Presenting Sponsor, donating all the memorable and beautiful food for the event.
Enjoy from 7:00PM - MIDNIGHT! Seating for event is $125/person. Contact the Museum: (860)691-1111.

http://www.childrensmuseumsect.org/sharethemagic.html
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Gala to benefit Children's Museum of Southeastern CT
Time:7:00PM Saturday, January 23rd
Location:Sonalysts Studios, Waterford, CT
Jennifer Walsh Johnson

Jennifer Walsh Johnson
For those who are interested, there is a free screening of the PBS documentary "Where do the Children Play?" this Thursday, 10/8 at 7 p.m. at StoneRidge Auditorium in Mystic. The hour-long film examines an issue of growing concern among pediatricians, educators, mental health experts and environmentalists: more and m...ore children are growing up with little or no opportunity for creative, unstructured or outdoor play. Thankfully we have places like the Children's Museum of SECT here to let our children creatively play!Read More

October 5 at 8:38am · Report
Children's Museum of Southeastern Connecticut
Children's Museum of Southeastern Connecticut
Jennifer -Thanks for the info...and the kind words, too!
October 5 at 10:26am
Kimberly Garley-Erb

Kimberly Garley-Erb Trikes to Bikes looks like tons of fun! I just posted it on kidHaven's 'Community Calendar.' Happy biking!

September 29 at 8:03pm · Report
Children's Museum of Southeastern Connecticut
Children's Museum of Southeastern Connecticut
Thanks Kimberly!
And should the weather keep folks from pedaling along, they can spend the morning with us INSIDE the Museum! We open at 9 with a special entry fee of $5/person ($25 max. for a family). Goodies, crafts, special fitness guest, too!

kidHaven's Community Calendar can be found at:
http://kidhaven.wordpress.com/
September 30 at 8:13am
Children's Museum of Southeastern Connecticut

Children's Museum of Southeastern Connecticut We've added some pictures from last year's Trikes to Bikes! This year's event is THIS SUNDAY, Oct. 4. 9-Noon.

Children's Museum of Southeastern Connecticut

Children's Museum of Southeastern Connecticut The 2nd Annual Family Bike Ride had drizzly skies, but big smiles on the parade participants! Great turn out for the dedicated road riders, too. After the parade and rides, everyone enjoyed great refreshments and fun activities inside at the Museum.

Not a rider? No problem! Just come right to the Museum for the special hours and special activities, too! 9-Noon. Hope to see you!

Children's Museum of Southeastern Connecticut
Children's Museum of Southeastern Connecticut
Sunday, Oct. 4th: We hope to see you at 8 Methodist St., Niantic, CT (Niantic Bay Bicycles). Registration starts at 7:30 a.m. Parade and Rides start to roll at 9:00 a.m.

Come on down even if you aren't ready to ride! Join us at the Museum (409 Main St.) for these special Sunday hours - 9-Noon.
September 29 at 1:27pm
Children's Museum of Southeastern Connecticut

Children's Museum of Southeastern Connecticut FUN Family Event planned for Sunday, October 4th! Trikes to Bikes, 3rd annual family bike ride. Check out the "Events" tab above. Hope to see you there! (Not a bike rider? No problem! Special events and special price at the Museum!)

Children's Museum of Southeastern Connecticut

Children's Museum of Southeastern Connecticut Let's see...there's a lot going on around the Museum! From exhibit updates to outdoor playspace, take a peek and see what's new!

Charity Kennedy

Charity Kennedy My little one is 9 months and I can't wait for her to be able to go to the groups you offer for older children. I do wish there were something for children younger than 12 months though. Just a suggestion :)
Thanks.

September 4 at 6:14am · Report
Children's Museum of Southeastern Connecticut
Children's Museum of Southeastern Connecticut
Hi Charity! We are looking forward to having your little one join in on the classes, too! Our Museum Babies classes has the suggestion of "best for 12-18 months", however you are welcome to observe a class and see if your little one is mobile enough to participate. Our next Museum Babies 6-week series starts Friday, September 25 at 9:30. Remember, we're closed Sept. 7-12. We can't wait to show off all that is new! See you soon!
September 4 at 12:48pm
Children's Museum of Southeastern Connecticut

Children's Museum of Southeastern Connecticut kidHaven blogged about a recent visit to the Museum! Thanks, kidHaven! Your blog is filled with great family-friendly information. We like that!

Source: kidhaven.wordpress.com
In most cases, you can’t tell a book by it’s cover. But when you arrive at the Children’s Museum of Southeastern Connecticut, it’s unpretentious exterior is indicative of what’s inside – a simple, honest approach to learning. ...
Reonda Dyess

Reonda Dyess Our children had a wonderful week with the staff at the Children's Museum! Ms. Dyess from the Drop-In Learning Center

August 7 at 2:57pm · Report
Children's Museum of Southeastern Connecticut
Children's Museum of Southeastern Connecticut
So glad the children had a good week. We like hearing that!
August 13 at 6:57am
Children's Museum of Southeastern Connecticut

Children's Museum of Southeastern Connecticut
<b>FALL PROGRAM REGISTRATION DATES</b>

September 14 & September 15, 9:30 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
MEMBERS-ONLY Registration Day
One of the benefits of Museum Membership is early program registration. The 2 days before registration is opened to everyone, Museum Members can walk-in or phone-in their payment and registration. The M...useum will not be open to play on Monday, September 14, but a simple activity will be available to keep your children busy while you register. The Members-Only Registration period will be September 14 and September 15 only. All classes must be paid-in-full.

Wednesday, September 16
Registration Opens to ALL!
Registration will be opened to all beginning September 16. All classes must be paid in full. If you register by phone, please have a credit card ready. You may pay by cash, check, or credit card if you are coming to the Museum to register. All classes must be paid-in-full.
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Sept. 14+15 is Members Only. Open to all on 16th!
Time:9:30AM Monday, September 14th
Location:Children's Museum of Southeastern Connecticut
Children's Museum of Southeastern Connecticut
Children's Museum of Southeastern Connecticut
More events will be posted on FB. Meanwhile, you can check out our calendars for Sept.-Nov. '09 on our website. Want more info? Click on each program or event on the calendar and hyperlink to the descriptions.
http://www.childrensmuseumsect.org/calendar.html
August 28 at 9:20am
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Children's Museum of Southeastern Connecticut changed their Hours.
Children's Museum of Southeastern Connecticut changed their Hours.