Memorial Day Weekend at CMOM

Fri May 23, 2025 - Mon May 26, 2025
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Repeating every days through May 26, 2025.
Various times
Age: Varies with activity
Price: Included with paid admission
Location:
Children's Museum of Manhattan

CMOM kicks off summer on Memorial Day with the opening of Dynamic H2O, a beloved outdoor water exhibit that transforms the science of NYC’s water system into hands-on fun for kids. On Saturday, guests can enjoy a special live comedy performance by Ray Muñoz.

Weekend fun includes: 

Family Pattern Printmaking
Inspired by Japanese artist Mayumi Oda, families create textile prints using foam sheets. Give your loved one a special artwork to hang up at home!
Fri, Sat, Sun | 10:30am – 12:30pm & 2pm – 4:15pm | Ages 5 & up | 1st Floor | Makerspace 

My House and Me
Use pieces of fabric and other art materials to transform a small box into your house. Claim your house with pride by adding a small model of yourself to the home.
Fri, Sat, Sun | 11:15am – 12:15pm & 2:45pm – 3:45pm | Ages 4 & younger | 3rd Floor | PlayWorks

Memory House Collages
Families are invited to create a memory house collage, filling each room with images, symbols, or words that represent loved ones they want to remember—family traditions, favorite recipes, or small rituals passed down.
Monday, May 26 | 10:30am – 12:30pm & 2pm – 4:15pm | Ages 5 & up | 1st Floor | Makerspace

Memory Ribbon Installation
Draw or write a happy memory onto a piece of ribbon. Tie the ribbon to CMOM's growing community installation honoring wonderful people and places.
Monday, May 26 | 11:15am – 12:15pm & 2:45pm – 3:45pm | Ages 4 & younger | 3rd Floor | PlayWorks