Things to do in the Museum

Imagine Nation’s Museum Studios are open to the public, offering opportunities for children and families to learn, play, and explore at their own pace. In addition to self-exploration throughout our interactive studios, we offer guided, facilitator-led experiences designed to encourage learning and meaningful family engagement.


Families can also enjoy workshops, community outreach programs, field trips, birthday parties, and special events. Check our calendar to plan your visit, or simply stop by. Walk-ins are always welcome!


Check our Eventbrite  for workshop offerings and monthly special events!

First Level

Fun family things to do in Connecticut, Imagine Nation's Farm to Table Studio

Nature

Engage in seasonal nature studies, learn about different types of plants and how they are grown, pollinators and their gifts, and harvesting our plants for cooking!


Fun family things to do in Connecticut, Imagine Nation's Outdoor Learning Park

Outdoor Learning

Discover our outdoor learning park's  natural environment with sand and sound exploration all year long.


*Hours are 12-2:30pm Monday to Friday*

Second Level

Fun family things to do in Connecticut, Imagine Nation's Art Studio

Art

Engage with authentic art materials and processes. Explore and respond to creative media of all types! 

Fun family things to do in Connecticut, Imagine Nation's Wildlife Studio

Wildlife

Meet and help care for Ruby the Tortoise, Perrico the Parrot, Buddy the Rabbit, snakes, lizards, a hedgehog and more!

Fun family things to do in Connecticut, Imagine Nation's Water Studio

Water

Explore steam in motion, water movement, and why things sink or float!

Fun family things to do in Connecticut, Imagine Nation's Science & Energy Studio

Science & Energy

Explore energy, force, and motion with ramps, pendulums, and air power!

Fun family things to do in Connecticut, Imagine Nation's Light & Reflection Studio

Light & Reflection

Discover kaleidoscopes, mirrors, and step behind the curtain for a multi-sensory black light adventure!

Fun family things to do in Connecticut, Imagine Nation's Multicultural Studio

 Music

Participate in your own drum circle, create rhythms with our hand drums and other percussion instruments or play a duet on the piano. 

Fun family things to do in Connecticut, Imagine Nation's Wellness Studio
Fun family things to do in Connecticut, Imagine Nation's Blue Block Room

Community

Our Community Studio brings familiar places to life! Explore a post office, visit the doctor’s office, and create imaginative stories in our gigantic dollhouse.

Kinetic

Use giant playground blocks to design your own obstacle course or hideaway, or test your skills at our brand new climbing wall!

Third Level

Fun family things to do in Connecticut, Imagine Nation's Playbox Theater
Playbox Theater
Experience how stories come to life through acting and scenery design in our authentic mini Playbox Theater!