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Children's Museum Of Manhattan
History and Mission:
CMOM inspires children and families to learn about themselves and our culturally diverse world through a unique environment of interactive exhibitions and programs. Since opening in a neighborhood storefront in 1973, we’ve grown into a unique 38,000 square-foot learning facility with outreach programs at nearly 50 sites throughout New York City. We’re proud to be a destination for visitors from around the world.
Each year, CMOM serves more than 350,000 people, including 65,000 children who visited the Museum as part of a school group or through one of the Museum’s community partners. CMOM is committed to making its exhibits and programs available to all, and with outreach programs at nearly 50 sites around New York City, we continually reach thousands of families who might not otherwise be able to benefit from our services.
CMOM focuses on four priority areas to impact children in ways that will last a lifetime:
- Early childhood education prepares children for success in school.
- Creativity in the arts and sciences inspires creative and analytical thinking skills for lifelong learning.
- Healthy lifestyles programs provide a blueprint for a family's physical, emotional and environmental well-being.
- Exploration of world cultures gives children awareness, understanding and context for the diverse society in which we all live.
These priorities are met through exhibitions, classes, workshops, performances and Museum-sponsored festivals. CMOM’s programs and exhibits are designed to address the multiple ways children learn and to help parents understand and support their children’s development. This approach is reflected throughout the Museum: in exhibitions like PlayWorks - an entire floor devoted to pre-schoolers, in Gods, Myths and Mortals: Discover Ancient Greece-an introduction to art, science and literature; and in the Healthy Lifestyles programming developed with healthcare providers to encourage good nutrition and daily exercise. Professional Development programs are offered to parents, educators and childcare providers and health care professionals as a means to broaden CMOM’s influence in reaching children and their families effectively.
Every week more than 80 workshops, classes and performances are offered free with admission to the Museum, deepening the CMOM experience with related literacy-based activities, diverse cultural experiences and the performing arts. Every CMOM program is based on research, evaluation and testing.
Recent News
Celebrate Performance Mediums: Theatre, Music, and Movement
Ballet Hispánico, the nation’s largest Latine/x/Hispanic cultural organization and one of America’s Cultural Treasures, is thrilled to be a part of the Children’s Museum of Manhattan (CMOM)’s new program Celebrate…
Read More »Celebrate the Life and Work of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. with the Children's Museum of Manhattan this January 2024
Celebrate the Life and Work of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. with the Children's Museum of Manhattan! Come celebrate the life and work of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. at the Children’s Museum of Manhattan (CMOM), from January 13-15 and every…
Read More »Celebrate Three Kings Day at the Children's Museum of Manhattan!
Come celebrate Three Kings Day at the Children’s Museum of Manhattan (CMOM), from Saturday, January 6 - Sunday, January 7, 2024! Three Kings Day is celebrated through many traditions worldwide, from Spain to Mexico, the Caribbean, and even…
Read More »The Children's Museum of Manhattan Exhibitions and Classes - Spring Classes Beginning January 2024
The Children's Museum of Manhattan (CMOM) announces a full roster of exhibitions and classes now available at The Tisch Building, 212 West 83rd Street New York, NY 10024. For more information, please visit https://cmom.org/exhibitions/ and…
Read More »Celebrate Kwanzaa with the Children's Museum of Manhattan
Celebrate Kwanzaa with the Children's Museum of Manhattan! Come celebrate the seven principles of Kwanzaa at the Children’s Museum of Manhattan (CMOM), from Tuesday, December 26 - Thursday, December 28! Every year families and…
Read More »The Children's Museum of Manhattan Celebrates Thanksgiving
Children’s Museum of Manhattan (CMOM) kicks off this Holiday season with the announcement of the CMOM Holiday Gift Drive. New York City's most vulnerable children and families visit CMOM all year long through partnerships with the Departments…
Read More »The Children's Museum Of Manhattan Celebrates Election Day
Come celebrate Election Day at the Children’s Museum of Manhattan (CMOM) on Tuesday, November 7, 2023! Learn about the importance of Election Day through fun and play all day at CMOM! For more information, please visit…
Read More »The Children's Museum Of Manhattan Celebrates Dia De Muertos
Come celebrate Día de Muertos at the Children’s Museum of Manhattan (CMOM) Wednesday & Thursday, November 1 - 2, 2023! Help us build our Altar de Memorias art installation. Join in crafting flower crowns, sculpting Posada-inspired…
Read More »The Children's Museum Of Manhattan Celebrates Halloween
Come celebrate Halloween at the Children’s Museum of Manhattan (CMOM)! This month, CMOM will present three unique programs: CMOM x Cricket’s Candy Creations Epic Trick or Treat Fest, Halloween Head-To-Toe, and some extra special events!…
Read More »The Children's Museum of Manhattan Celebrates Indigenous Peoples’ Day October 9, 2023
The Children's Museum of Manhattan Celebrates Indigenous Peoples’ Day October 9, 2023 Honor Indigenous Peoples' Day at CMOM! Indigenous Peoples' Day is a meaningful holiday dedicated to recognizing and honoring the rich histories and diverse…
Read More »The Children's Museum Of Manhattan presents Latinx Fest : Mi Pais, My Country September 16 – October 1, 2023
The Children's Museum of Manhattan (CMOM) presents Latinx Fest: Mi Pais, My Country on Saturdays & Sundays from September 16 – October 1, 2023. For more information, please visit https://cmom.org/cmom-programs/. Dava Schub, CMOM’s…
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