• Bug Day

    Join us for Bug Day at the museum, a fun and educational event all about health and nature! Kids will take part in a Tick prevention workshop to learn how to stay safe while playing outside, then buzz into an exciting bee-hive educational session and discover why bees are so important to our planet with […]

  • Pre-K Resource Fair Free Admission Day

    We are pleased to host a Free Admission Day with pre-registration from 10:00 am – 5:00 pm! From 10:00 am – 2:00 pm, guests can also enjoy a special Early Childhood Resource Fair co-hosted by the Staten Island Alliance for North Shore Children and Families. Local community partners will be on-site providing giveaways and information […]

  • Crazy Science: Dry Ice Discovery

    Are you ready to see some magic? No tricks! Just science! Awesome scientific demonstrations to introduce participants to dry ice - a solid that does not melt into a liquid but instead changes directly into a gas! Crazy Scientists will perform experiments to show kids that science is fun and interesting! Chemistry of colors, soap volcano, […]

  • Moth Night at Staten Island Museum

    In collaboration with our campus partner, the Staten Island Museum  Kick off National Moth Week with science and art activities after dark! Revel in the beauty and learn about the life cycles and habitats of moths. Event will take place at the Staten Island Museum (Building A) Activities include: A Lantern Parade Face Painting Moth Costumes […]

  • Storytime with Literacy, Inc.

    Join guest hosts Literacy, Inc. (LINC) for an enchanting journey through the pages of books as they bring captivating stories to life in our interactive storytime. All ages welcome! Included with admission.

  • Boogie Woogie Wednesdays: Eastern European Music and Dancing

    Get ready to move and groove as The Ensemble Barynya performers take you on a musical journey! Each dance tells a story and represents a different Eastern European culture, complete with colorful costumes and lively music. You’ll hear unique instruments like the domra (a fun, round string instrument from Russia), the guitar, and the accordion. […]

  • ShopRite Kidz Cook: Berry Parfaits

    Join our ShopRite Kidz Cook team at the museum! In today's class young cooks will learn to make berry parfaits. ShopRite Kidz Cook at Staten Island Children's Museum is a caregiver-and-me program that introduces children to a diversity of foods, explains cooking concepts and helps build dexterity with cooking utensils.  Free with museum admission. Every […]

  • Cool Off And Play Day

    THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED Join us once a month during the summer, as we transform the gallery into a vibrant hub of fun activities. Participate in crafts, games and STEM activities. Enjoy a day of creativity, learning, and cooling off from the heat. Suitable for families and kids of all ages. Free with Admission

  • Portia Palooza

    Join the Staten Island Children's Museum interns in Portia's Playhouse where participants can make their your very own hand puppet and put on a puppet show or create your own tambourine! Plus, there will be a thrilling freeze dance competition with great company, and awesome moves!

  • Boogie Woogie Wednesdays: Zumba Kids

    Zumba Kids classes feature kid-friendly routines based on original Zumba choreography. An instructor will break down the steps, add games and fun-filled activities. Zumba helps develop a healthy lifestyle and incorporate fitness as a natural part of children's lives by making fitness fun. Classes incorporate key childhood development elements like leadership, respect, team work, confidence, […]