Going, Going, Green: Stewards of the Earth
2026-04-09 09:00 - 16:00, 2026-04-10 09:00 - 16:00, 2026-04-11 09:00 - 16:00, 2026-04-12 09:00 - 16:00, 2026-04-14 09:00 - 16:00, 2026-04-15 09:00 - 16:00 (America/Phoenix) | Children’s Museum of Phoenix, 215 N. 7th Street, Phoenix, AZ, 85034, United States
It’s Going, Going, Green! Month, let’s learn about being good stewards of the earth! Visit Star Bar on the 2nd floor to learn about recycling in Phoenix, how to help animal habitats with a fun matching game, and more!

Going, Going, Green! programming, our Cans for Seeds initiative, and the Earth Day Expo are generously supported by The Ball Foundation!

"Eggscellent" Bird Nests with Edible Ed!
2026-04-09 10:30 - 12:45
Sessions at 10:30am & 12:00pm
Join us in the KIDchen for a savory aviary, breakfast snack! Create “eggscellent” zoodle “nests” out of spiraled zuchinni and eggs!
Admission into this program is free with paid Museum admission. Space is limited. Please register at admissions upon arrival; first come, first serve.

Build a Nest
2026-04-09 13:00 - 15:00
Learn all about the equisite engineering of birds nests! Why do birds build them? What materials do they use? And how can you help protect their nesting habitats? As we explore these clever constructions, you’ll get the chance to create a nest of your own using repurposed materials. Come learn, build, and appreciate the amazing architecture of our feathered friends!

327 Field Trip Attendees
2026-04-10 09:00 - 13:00
Welcome!

Thing-a-ma-jigs
2026-04-10 09:00 - 16:00, 2026-04-11 09:00 - 16:00, 2026-04-12 09:00 - 16:00, 2026-04-14 09:00 - 16:00, 2026-04-15 09:00 - 16:00
Using recyclables plus a dash of imagination, construct a one-of-a-kind masterpiece.

Frog Puppets
2026-04-10 09:00 - 16:00, 2026-04-11 09:00 - 16:00, 2026-04-12 09:00 - 16:00
Make a frog puppet that catches flies in the Art Studio this week!

Eco-brushes
2026-04-10 10:00 - 12:00
Did you know most paintbrushes are made from animal hair? Have you ever painted with a paintrbrush made of anything else? Join us and explore paintbrushes made of all sorts of natural materials. How would you paint with pine needles? Grasses? Design your own paintbrush to take home and show off your new custom art tool. Let your creativity go!

DIY Dragonflies!
2026-04-10 13:00 - 15:00
Learn about dragonflies and make your very own to take home!

Visit the Garden!
2026-04-10 14:00 - 15:30, 2026-04-14 14:00 - 15:30
Come get curious in the Children’s Garden with our Garden Specialist! Ask all your nature questions, help us water the plants, discover new colorful blooms, and learn what’s alive out there. Who knows, maybe you’ll spot a new creature while you explore!

PapaHugs
2026-04-11 11:00 - 12:00
Join PapaHugs for a fun interactive musical performance perfect for all children! Kids will sing, move, and laugh along to original songs celebrating our planet, our Arizona desert home, and the imaginative world of childhood. Each child will also receive a small rubber Earth to take home. The show even features a brand‑new oversized “Big Yummy Sandwich” prop that’s built live on stage! A joyful experience for families of all ages.

Special Night of Play
2026-04-12 17:00 - 20:00
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We’re thrilled to announce our April Special Night of Play!
On Sunday, April 12th, from 5:00-8:00pm, join us for an inclusive, sensory-conscious family evening designed for children with autism and other needs and abilities to explore, play, and connect in a welcoming environment.
Special Night of Play is free to attend when you RSVP.
Special Night of Play at the Children’s Museum of Phoenix is generously supported by The Diane & Bruce Halle Foundation.

Museum CLOSED
2026-04-13 09:00 - 16:00
The Museum is Closed Today! Come Play & Learn Tuesday-Sunday, 9am-4pm!

314 Field Trip Attendees
2026-04-14 09:00 - 13:00

Tissue Paper Elephant
2026-04-14 09:00 - 16:00, 2026-04-15 09:00 - 16:00
Design your very own elephant, complete with mosaic tissue paper pieces in the Art Studio this week!

Discovery KIDchen: Oil Spill Clean Up
2026-04-14 10:00 - 12:00
It’s Discovery KIDchen Day! Join us for a hands-on STEAM lesson to explore the science behind oil spills and their impact on the environment. Together, we’ll walk through the scientific method to understand these spills and learn why respecting our natural resources is so important.

Wild Transformations
2026-04-14 13:00 - 15:00
Ever wondered what it’s like to vanish into the wild like a woodland creature? Join us for a hands‑on adventure exploring camouflage and the art of staying hidden in nature. Create your own creature mask and transform into a “wild thing”

336 Field Trip Attendees
2026-04-15 09:00 - 13:00
