The Children’s Museum at Saratoga

Science Explorers
2025-02-28 13:30 - 14:00, 2025-03-07 09:30 - 10:00, 2025-03-07 13:30 - 14:00, 2025-03-14 09:30 - 10:00 (America/New_York) | The Children’s Museum at Saratoga, 65 South Broadway, Saratoga Springs, NY, 12866, United States
Discover the many ways science is all around us in a program that is designed to spark curiosity and create those surprising ‘a-ha” moments for children that can last a lifetime. Whether children are experimenting with smells, designing an air powered car, or experimenting with color and dyes, these multi-sensory activities foster curiosity, creativity and problem-solving skills.
Best suited for children ages 5 & up
What are we learning: Cognitive Development, Early Science and Early Math Skills, Fine Motor Skills, Focus, Perseverance, Problem Solving Skills, Critical Thinking Skills

Adventures in Space
2025-02-28 15:00 - 15:30 (America/New_York)
Join us for Adventures in Space! Are you an astronaut in training? In space, we have to know about all sorts of things! This program can cover everything from celestial bodies to astronaut know-how.
Intended for ages 3 and up.

STEAM Saturday
2025-03-01 09:30 - 15:30, 2025-03-08 09:30 - 15:30 (America/New_York)
Calling all young explorers to join us on an exhilarating journey into the world of STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics) as junior scientists! Embark on a thrilling adventure where you’ll unleash your curiosity, creativity, and problem-solving skills. Through hands-on experiments, interactive projects, and mind-bending challenges, you’ll discover the wonders of the universe, build cool gadgets, and unlock the mysteries of nature. Get ready to ask big questions, make amazing discoveries, and become the next generation of STEAM superheroes!
Best suited for children ages 4 & up
What are we learning: Cognitive Development, Early Science and Early Math Skills, Fine Motor Skills, Focus, Perseverance, Problem Solving Skills, Critical Thinking

Museum Closed
2025-03-03, 2025-03-10
The Children’s Museum at Saratoga is closed on Mondays. We hope to see you soon!

Tuesdays for Tots
2025-03-04 09:30 - 10:00, 2025-03-04 13:30 - 14:00, 2025-03-11 09:30 - 10:00, 2025-03-11 13:30 - 14:00 UTC | The Children’s Museum at Saratoga, 65 South Broadway, Saratoga Springs, NY, 12866, United States
Every Tuesday at 9:30am and 1:30pm enjoy this fun and educational time for our littlest visitors! Experiment together with art, science, language and math early learning activities that support early childhood learning. Children can Practice important skills like taking turns and making friends as they explore the stations that promote school readiness, social connections, and skill development.
Best Suited for Children ages 2 to 5

Making Music
2025-03-04 11:00 - 23:30, 2025-03-04 15:00 - 15:30 (America/New_York)
Paper cup drums: Make a mini drum using upcycled materials. Sorry in advance, grown-ups!

Art Wednesday
2025-03-05 09:30 - 15:30, 2025-03-12 09:30 - 15:30 (America/New_York)
Art Wednesdays feature a special new art project each week! Art Wednesday is from 9:30-11:30 and 1:30 to 3:30.

Opera Saratoga, Frida Kahlo and the Bravest Nina in el Mundo
2025-03-05 12:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York)
On March 5th from 12-1, Opera Saratoga presents, “Frida Kahlo and the bravest niña in el mundo, a children’s opera based on the acclaimed book by Laurence Anholt. Music by Joe Illick. Libretto by Mark Campbell.
This 45-minute opera follows the real-life friendship of Mariana, a young girl living in the heart of Mexico City, and Frida Kahlo, the famed artist.

Story Time
2025-03-06 09:30 - 10:00, 2025-03-06 13:30 - 14:00, 2025-03-13 09:30 - 10:00, 2025-03-13 13:30 - 14:00 UTC | The Children’s Museum at Saratoga, 65 South Broadway, Saratoga Springs, NY, 12866, United States
Each week we’ll read a different book allowing your child to create real world connections as they familiarize themselves with the alphabet, new vocabulary words, and rhymes.
Best Suited for ages 2 and up
What are we learning: Language Proficiency, Communication Skills, Listening Skills, and Fine Motor Skills

Mini Makers
2025-03-06 11:00 - 11:30, 2025-03-06 15:00 - 15:30 (America/New_York)
What will you create? In this activity, children will use clay and other materials to create their own work of art.

Exploring Nature
2025-03-07 11:00 - 11:30, 2025-03-07 15:00 - 15:30 (America/New_York)
In this activity, students will explore some different plants that can be found throughout New York, and what some of those plants can be used for!

Plant a Flower Day
2025-03-11 11:00 - 11:30, 2025-03-11 15:00 - 15:30 (America/New_York)
Plant some flowers today at the Museum! Start from seed and watch as life blooms in time for spring.

Eco-Art
2025-03-13 11:00 - 11:30, 2025-03-13 15:00 - 15:30 (America/New_York)
Join us in eco-art to make artwork out of upcycled materials!
