July Sparks Adventure at Children’s Museum of Atlanta

Atlanta’s educational destination heats up with explosive science shows, summer games and more!

ATLANTA (June 28, 2024) – July is here with a sizzling lineup of educational activities, family fun and summer celebrations at the Children’s Museum of Atlanta! Families are invited to stretch their imagination during animal yoga sessions and participate in summer games of their own featuring hula hoops and jump ropes. The Science Bar offers kids an up-close look at experiments and the chance to learn about the scientific method. To celebrate Independence Day, the Museum will offer special activities including a fireworks-inspired science experiment and readings featuring “Fourth of July Mice.” The Animationland exhibit continues to encourage children to channel their creativity, learn animation fundamentals and create stories through art and science.

July Programming
Through Wednesday, July 31
Kids of all ages can participate in animal yoga, summer games and hands-on experiments at the Science Bar. In the Art Studio, little ones will have the opportunity to craft sports-themed silhouette artwork, while Jane’s Innovation Station offers a chance to design navigation tools suitable for different weather conditions.The Children’s Museum of Atlanta will offer dramatic readings of “The Rat Race: The Amazing Adventures of Anton B. Stanton.”

CMA On Stage
Storytime: “The Rat Race: The Amazing Adventures of Anton B. Stanton” by Colin McNaughton

Noon and 3 p.m.

Animal Yoga

Weekdays and Weekends: 1 p.m.

Summer Games

Weekdays and Weekends: 2 p.m.

Science Bar
The Science Bar offers an interactive show on the scientific method, featuring the chemical reactions that power a volcano explosion. Budding scientists will discover how the experts ask questions, test hypotheses and share findings.

Art Studio
Kids are invited to a fun-filled, creative adventure as they select their favorite sport, then draw, cut and glue to craft their own unique sports silhouette masterpiece… perfect for athletes and artists alike!

Jane’s Innovation Station

At Jane’s Innovation Station, children will discover an exciting hands-on activity where they can design and build their very own adventuring tool! Whether it’s snowing, raining or sunny outside, their sturdy creations are designed to endure any weather condition during their next quest.

July Special Programming

Thursday, July 4

Independence Day Celebration

The Children’s Museum of Atlanta celebrates America with a special story featuring "Fourth of July Mice" by Bethany Roberts, immersing families in patriotic spirit. At the Science Bar, audiences will experience the magic of baking soda fireworks, and Jane’s Innovation Station will offer a chance to explore the science behind the holiday's iconic soundscapes.

CMA On Stage
Storytime: “Fourth of July Mice” by Bethany Roberts

Noon and 4 p.m.

Science Bar

The Science Bar will ignite baking soda fireworks, allowing little scientists to add pipettes of multi-colored citric acid to a tray of baking soda, observing base and acid reactions firsthand.

Jane’s Innovation Station
Jane’s Innovation Station helps kids commemorate Independence Day by examining the science of sound with a fireworks-inspired experiment, exploring eardrum vibrations and testing sound-dampening materials.

Mayor’s Summer Reading Club

Sunday, July 14 and Sunday, July 28

The Mayor’s Summer Reading Club program promotes literacy skills and vocabulary enrichment in young children and families. This collaboration between the City of Atlanta, GEEARS (Georgia Early Education Alliance for Ready Students), PNC and the United Way is supported by many great public-private partnerships throughout the city of Atlanta. This summer, children will delve into "Noah's Family Farm," where Noah learns counting through farm life and "Bina's Harvest," a story of patience and growth in an apple orchard.

CMA On Stage
Storytime: “Noah’s Family Farm” by Michaiah Booker, featuring a dramatic reading by the Museum's Director of Strategic Advancement and Marketing Kate McNeely

1 p.m.

Storytime: “Bina’s Harvest” by Lloyd Suh, featuring a dramatic reading by the Museum’s Executive Director Edwin Link

1 p.m.

Continuing in July

Through Monday, Sept. 8

Animationland

Children’s Museum of Atlanta’snewest featured exhibit will educate little creatives on the art and science of animation while transporting guests of all ages to a fantastical land with a quirky cast of characters including Rooth, Drop, Inky, Uno and Kari. The exhibit focuses on the framework of the animation process using interactive features, including a sketching studio, a sound effects booth and the opportunity to plan and star in a stop-motion production. Families can visit the Museum to experience Animationland through Sunday, Sept. 8. Animationland is sponsored locally by Publix Supermarket Charities with additional support from City of Atlanta Mayor's Office of Cultural Affairs and Fulton County Arts & Culture.

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About Children’s Museum of Atlanta: 
Children’s Museum of Atlanta is the only educational venue of its kind in Atlanta, presenting educational programs and exhibits designed for young children ages 0-8. The mission of Children's Museum of Atlanta is to change the world by sparking every child's imagination, sense of discovery and learning through the power of play. With learning zones consisting of bright, creative and hands-on exhibits, the Museum supports inventive play-based exploration and experiential learning focused on the whole child. Core competencies for literacy, math and science are promoted throughout all exhibits and programming in alignment with the state and national Core Performance Standards. Funding has been provided by Georgia Humanities and the National Endowment for the Humanities as part of the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021. For more information, please visit GeorgiaHumanities.org. Major support is provided by the Mayor's Office of Cultural Affairs and major funding is provided by the Fulton County Board of Commissioners. Children’s Museum of Atlanta also offers memberships. For more information or to support Children's Museum of Atlanta, visit childrensmuseumatlanta.org or call 404.659.KIDS [5437].

Museum Admission: Online ticketing only is available at this time. Phone booking is available with ample notice and will be booked via online reservation. Members must pre-book and will be able to redeem their $5 voucher online. Babies 11 months and younger and members are admitted for free and must reserve their free ticket online prior to arriving at the Museum. All daily programs are included in price of admission. For more information regarding ticket and membership options, visit childrensmuseumatlanta.org

Museum Hours: The Museum will operate in a timed entry model where guests can visit between the hours of 10 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday and 9:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday. The Museum will be closed on Wednesdays. Please check the Museum website to confirm hours of operation.