Upcoming events
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June 30, 2022 | 6:00 pm
Animal Adaptation
Learn about how wildlife adapts to its surroundings using props and LIVE animals! -
July 1, 2022 | 10:00 am
Open for Play!
CT Summer at the Museum starts today! -
July 2, 2022 | 10:00 am
Open for Play!
Join us for CT Summer at the Museum! Open for play from 10 am to 4 pm. -
July 3, 2022 | 10:00 am
Open for Play!
Join us for CT Summer at the Museum! Open for play from 10 am to 4 pm. -
July 4, 2022 | 10:00 am
Open for Play!
Happy 4th of July! Join us for CT Summer at the Museum. Open for play from 10 am to 2 pm. -
July 5, 2022 | 10:30 am
Stories in the Meadow: A Spanish-English Story Time!
Enjoy bilingual Story Time in the Tapping Reeve Meadow! -
July 6, 2022 | 10:00 am
Open for Play!
Join us for CT Summer at the Museum! Open for play from 10 am to 4 pm. -
July 7, 2022 | 10:00 am
Open for Play!
Join us for CT Summer at the Museum! Open for play from 10 am to 8 pm. -
July 7, 2022 | 6:00 pm
African Drumming
Discover the rhythms of African drumming and make some beats of your own! -
July 8, 2022 | 10:00 am
Open for Play!
Join us for CT Summer at the Museum! Open for play from 10 am to 4 pm. -
July 9, 2022 | 10:00 am
Open for Play!
Join us for CT Summer at the Museum! Open for play from 10 am to 4 pm. -
July 10, 2022 | 10:00 am
Open for Play!
Join us for CT Summer at the Museum! Open for play from 10 am to 4 pm. -
July 11, 2022 | 10:00 am
Open for Play!
Join us for CT Summer at the Museum! Open for play from 10 am to 4 pm. -
July 12, 2022 | 10:30 am
Stories in the Meadow: A Spanish-English Story Time!
Enjoy bilingual Story Time in the Tapping Reeve Meadow! -
July 13, 2022 | 10:00 am
Open for Play!
Join us for CT Summer at the Museum! Open for play from 10 am to 4 pm. -
July 14, 2022 | 10:00 am
Open for Play!
Join us for CT Summer at the Museum! Open for play from 10 am to 8 pm. -
July 14, 2022 | 6:00 pm
Not So Primitive Technology
Examine technology made from natural resources and make your own clay pottery! -
July 15, 2022 | 10:00 am
Open for Play!
Join us for CT Summer at the Museum! Open for play from 10 am to 4 pm. -
July 15, 2022 | 10:00 am
Open for Play!
Join us for CT Summer at the Museum! Open for play from 10 am to 4 pm. -
July 19, 2022 | 10:30 am
Stories in the Meadow: A Spanish-English Story Time!
Enjoy bilingual Story Time in the Tapping Reeve Meadow! -
July 21, 2022 | 6:00 pm
Snakes Alive!
Learn about and touch real snakes! -
July 28, 2022 | 6:00 pm
The Nutmeg Ballet
Watch the Nutmeg Ballet Dancers perform some pieces and practice a few moves of your own!
Past events
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June 11, 2016 | 10:00 am
Connecticut Open House Day
KidsPlay will participate in Connecticut Open House Day! Come discover – or rediscover – our Museum. -
September 4, 2016 | 1:15 am
Museum Refresh
We are closed from September 4 to September 15. -
November 5, 2016 | 2:00 pm
Whalebration!
Celebrating our newest Friend! -
November 6, 2016 | 12:00 pm
Beauty and the Beast Inspired Craft
An Enchanted Craft to go with an Enchanted Story -
November 13, 2016 | 12:00 pm
Beauty and the Beast Inspired Craft
An Enchanted Craft to go with an Enchanted Story -
November 23, 2016 | 11:00 am
Storytelling with Livingston Ripley's Live Ducks
Lose yourself in a marvelous tale while getting to meet LRWC's unique birds up close! -
December 10, 2016 | 12:00 pm
Nutcracker Inspired Craft
Toy soldiers and dueling mice, princesses and sugarplums -
December 11, 2016 | 12:00 pm
Nutcracker Inspired Craft
Toy soldiers and dueling mice, princesses and sugarplums -
December 16, 2016 | 4:00 pm
Santa Visit & Gingerbread House Building
Bring your camera for photos with a special guest! -
December 17, 2016 | 11:00 am
Charlie Brown Pop-up Craft
A holiday classic -
December 18, 2016 | 11:00 am
Charlie Brown Pop-up Craft
A holiday Classic -
December 24, 2016 | 1:00 am
Museum Closed for the Holiday
We hope you enjoy your holiday! -
December 25, 2016 | 1:00 am
Museum Closed for the Holiday
We hope you enjoy your holiday! -
December 26, 2016 | 10:00 am
Winter Break - Pajama Fun
Wear your jammies to the museum! -
December 28, 2016 | 10:00 am
Winter Break - Super Hero Adventures
Chose your superpower! -
December 29, 2016 | 10:00 am
Winter Break - Build-it Challenge
Be creative with our Rigamajig! -
December 30, 2016 | 10:00 am
Winter Break - Messy Art Studio
Just bring your imagination! -
December 31, 2016 | 10:00 am
KidsPlay New Year's Eve Countdown to Noon
Enjoy the fun of a countdown without the late bedtime! -
January 11, 2017 | 10:00 am
First Day of Extended After School Hours
Join us for after school play! -
January 16, 2017 | 11:00 am
Peace Dove Pop-up Craft
A special activity to honor Martin Luther King Day -
February 10, 2017 | 4:00 pm
Closing at 4 pm
KidsPlay will close at 4 pm on Friday, February 10 for a private event. -
February 19, 2017 | 11:00 am
KidsPlay Family Fun Fair
Information, Entertainment, Special Exhibits, Food and Drink! -
February 19, 2017 | 12:00 pm
The Pop Ups
Rock and Roll Puppet Show -
February 19, 2017 | 1:30 pm
Peter James
Magical Stage Entertainment -
February 19, 2017 | 3:00 pm
Mad Science
"Science Behind the Superheroes" -
February 20, 2017 | 10:00 am
Presidents' Day
We are open for play from 10 am to 4 pm -
February 25, 2017 | 12:00 pm
Pirate Treasure Pop-up Craft
Be creative, Mateys, with a pop-up pirate craft to prepare ye for the brand new Pirates Past Noon Musical premiering at the Warner Theatre! -
March 16, 2017 | 4:30 pm
Tails of Joy
Sharing stories with Shukuru -
March 23, 2017 | 6:30 pm
Homeschool Families Forum
We are listening! -
April 10, 2017 | 10:01 am
Friends of Monarchs
How can we help Butterflies? Learn about the beautiful Monarch. -
April 10, 2017 | 2:00 pm
Birds on the Run
Have you ever met a parrot? -
April 13, 2017 | 4:30 pm
Les Julian "Take Flight! Let's Make Music!" with KidsPlay Pizza Party
A live musical performance! -
April 14, 2017 | 4:30 pm
EggStravaganza
Games, crafts, scavenger hunt, and lots of play! -
April 27, 2017 | 4:30 pm
"Pig-out on Reading" with Farmer Minor
Even pigs love to read! -
May 10, 2017 | 11:00 am
We Can Be Architects
Meet an architect who is a dad, an author, and a college professor! -
May 14, 2017 | 10:00 am
Celebrating Mothers
Honoring every mother with free admission on Mother's Day! -
May 29, 2017 | 10:00 am
Memorial Day
We are closed for the holiday. We hope you enjoy your day with family and friends. -
June 5, 2017 | 9:30 am
Volunteer Gathering
Explore our expanded space, learn about our exhibits,and discover new volunteer opportunities! -
June 5, 2017 | 6:30 pm
Volunteer Gathering
Explore our expanded space, learn about our exhibits,and discover new volunteer opportunities! -
June 10, 2017 | 10:00 am
CT Open House Day 2017
Half Price Admission all day plus "A Day in the Diner" with the Little Red Hen. -
June 18, 2017 | 10:00 am
Celebrating Fathers
Honoring every father with free admission on Father's Day! -
July 27, 2017 | 5:00 pm
Main Street Marketplace
Build Box City! -
July 30, 2017 | 11:00 am
Mary Poppins Pop-up Craft
Join us to create a magical craft. And remember - Anything can happen! -
August 3, 2017 | 5:00 pm
Main Street Marketplace
Motor Museum on Main -
August 5, 2017 | 10:00 am
5th Birthday Party
Party games, cake, raffles, and visits from special guest! -
August 5, 2017 | 10:01 am
We are open from 10 am to 2 pm to celebrate our 5th Birthday!
Please note: We will close for play at 2 pm. -
August 5, 2017 | 6:00 pm
Summer Fête
An evening of fun and great company! -
August 6, 2017 | 11:00 am
Mary Poppins Pop-up Craft
Join us to create a magical craft. And remember - Anything can happen! Special appearances by Mary Poppins herself! And Bert too! -
September 30, 2017 | 9:00 am
Breakfast with the Firemen
Kick off Worldwide Day of Play with Us! -
October 9, 2017 | 10:00 am
Open for Play on Columbus Day!
Come spend the day off with us! -
October 11, 2017 | 10:30 am
Real and Pretend: Storytelling with the Institute for American Indian Studies
Rabbits, owls, cattle, and ducks will weave themselves throughout her stories and into your imaginations! -
October 12, 2017 | 10:30 am
Let’s Meet Birds of Prey!
Meet a live owl and a live hawk from The White Memorial Conservation Center! -
October 13, 2017 | 4:00 pm
Creepy Crawl Evening
We are open late this Friday the 13th for Downtown Torrington's Creepy Crawl. Special 1/2 price admission from 4 to 8 pm. -
October 21, 2017 | 11:00 am
Real and Pretend: Storytelling with the Institute for American Indian Studies
Rabbits, owls, cattle, and ducks will weave themselves throughout her stories and into your imaginations! -
November 7, 2017 | 10:00 am
Get Out to Play on Election Day!
We are open from 10 am to 4 pm on Tuesday, November 7 -
November 10, 2017 | 10:00 am
Veterans Day (Observed)
Free Admission for Veterans on November 10 & 11 -
November 11, 2017 | 10:00 am
Veterans Day
Free Admission for Veterans - Special Opening Ceremony @ 10 am on Saturday! -
November 20, 2017 | 10:00 am
Open for Play!
Special holiday hours on November 20 - open 10 am to 4 pm -
November 21, 2017 | 10:00 am
Open for Play!
Special holiday hours on November 20 - open 10 am to 4 pm -
November 23, 2017 | 10:00 am
Thanksgiving
The museum will be closed for the holiday. -
November 27, 2017 | 1:00 am
Cyber Monday
Save time, shop online! -
November 28, 2017 | 1:00 am
#GivingTuesday
Paying forward YOUR generosity to GIVE the Gift of Play! -
December 15, 2017 | 4:00 pm
Make it, Take it, Gingerbread Houses
Build your own Gingerbread House to take home! -
December 25, 2017 | 9:00 am
Museum Closed for the Holiday
We hope you enjoy your holiday! -
December 26, 2017 | 9:00 am
Open for Play!
Special holiday hours Tuesday, December 26 10 am-4 pm. -
December 26, 2017 | 9:00 am
Winter Break - World Celebrations
Spend your winter break at KidsPlay as we explore how people around the world celebrate. Each day will focus on one special aspect of celebrations, with special programs and activities all day long! -
December 26, 2017 | 10:00 am
World Celebrations - Gifts
Giving is sharing a bit of ourselves with others to let them know we care! -
December 27, 2017 | 10:00 am
World Celebrations - Light
Through STEAM exploration with shadows, light and color we will investigate the fundamental elements of light. -
December 28, 2017 | 10:00 am
World Celebrations - Food
Food is an integral part of celebrations around the world! -
December 29, 2017 | 10:00 am
World Celebrations - Games
Fun is universal! -
December 30, 2017 | 10:00 am
World Celebrations - Music
Let our ears be our guide as we travel! -
December 31, 2017 | 10:00 am
Count Down to Noon!
Kicking off the New Year early - Balloons drop at noon! Museum is open for play 10 am to 2 pm. -
January 2, 2018 | 10:00 am
Open for Play!
We are open 10 am to 4 pm. -
January 5, 2018 | 10:00 am
OPEN today!
We are ready for play! Today's hours are 10 am to 4 pm. -
January 10, 2018 | 10:00 am
Extended Winter Hours
Starting January 10, 2018 - Extend the Day, Extend the Play! We will be open Wednesdays through Fridays 10 am to 6 pm -
January 10, 2018 | 4:00 pm
Wellness Wednesday!
Wednesday 4:00 - 6:00 pm. -
January 11, 2018 | 4:00 pm
Tone Down Thursday!
Thursday 4:00 - 6:00 PM. -
January 12, 2018 | 4:00 pm
Family Game Time!
Friday, 4:00 - 6:00 PM. -
January 17, 2018 | 10:00 am
We are OPEN!
It's another Snow Day - Come play with us! We are open 10 am to 6 pm today! -
February 7, 2018 | 10:00 am
Closed Due to Weather
We wish you a safe and fun day of at-home play! -
February 11, 2018 | 11:30 am
Valentine Pop-up Craft
Make a gift from the heart! -
February 18, 2018 | 11:00 am
KidsPlay Family Fun Fair
Join us at our fourth annual KidsPlay Family Fun Fair! -
February 19, 2018 | 10:00 am
Open for Play!
Presidents' Day open for play 10 am - 4 pm. -
February 19, 2018 | 11:00 am
Rainbow Glow Dance Class
Dance with your shadow in our colorful lights! -
February 20, 2018 | 10:00 am
Susan B. Anthony Project Puppet Show
Program rescheduled to Tuesday, February 20. Materials will be available to parents @ 10 am, puppet show starts @ 10:30 pm! -
February 24, 2018 | 12:00 pm
James and the Giant Peach Pop-up Craft
Join the staff @ KidsPlay before the show to make your own Giant Peach! -
February 25, 2018 | 12:00 pm
James and the Giant Peach Pop-up Craft
Join the staff @ KidsPlay before the show to make your own Giant Peach! -
March 4, 2018 | 7:55 pm
Food for FISH!
Join us as we host a food drive for our friends @ the FISH food pantry all month of March! All non-perishables welcome. -
March 8, 2018 | 10:00 am
Open for Play!
Time to dig out and and have some fun! -
March 16, 2018 | 11:45 am
Rainbow Glow Dance Class!
Our first class was such a big hit we're bringing it back for more fun! Join us to dance with your shadow in our colorful lights. -
March 21, 2018 | 10:00 am
Open for Play!
Come Play! 10 am to 4 pm. -
March 30, 2018 | 4:00 pm
EggStravaganza!
Hop on by for an egg-citing evening of fun! 4 pm - 7 pm -
April 15, 2018 | 10:00 am
STEM Maker Lab
New program alert! Join us Sundays for STEM Maker Lab. -
April 16, 2018 | 10:00 am
Spring Break
Monday, April 16 through Friday, April 20. Spend your April Stay-cation with us at KidsPlay! Special guests, activities, story times, crafts, and more happening all week. -
April 16, 2018 | 10:00 am
Spring Break - Music Monday!
Sing, dance, celebrate and learn through music. Dance with rainbows - bring your favorite move! -
April 17, 2018 | 10:00 am
Spring Break - Tasty Tuesday
Fun food inspired activities all day! Bring your appetite! -
April 18, 2018 | 10:00 am
Spring Break - Work Together Wednesday
Work together, build together...learn together! -
April 19, 2018 | 10:00 am
Spring Break - Artsy Thursday
Show off your imagination and creativity. What can you create?! -
April 20, 2018 | 4:57 pm
Spring Break - Family Friday
We invite you to bring all of your special family members to enjoy the museum and our special family themed activities! Extended hours - 10 am - 7 pm -
May 9, 2018 | 4:30 am
4-H Explorers
Calling all Explorers! UCONN Litchfield County 4-H has a new club... The second Wednesday of every month, starting May 9th @ 4:30 pm. -
May 17, 2018 | 12:00 pm
Charlotte's Web Pop-up Craft
Join the staff @ KidsPlay for a fun Charlotte's Web inspired craft! -
May 19, 2018 | 10:00 am
Touch a Truck
**Postponed to May, 19 due to forecast.** Join us @ O&G maintenance facility, 900 South Main St, Torrington for a fun day! -
May 23, 2018 | 11:00 am
Maple Syrup 101
Do you know how maple syrup is made? -
June 16, 2018 | 10:00 am
Superhero Day
Join us for a day full of super adventure! -
June 17, 2018 | 10:00 am
Celebrating Fathers
Honoring every father with free admission! -
June 21, 2018 | 4:30 am
Make Music Day
Join us to celebrate this world wide event right in our own backyard! -
June 23, 2018 | 1:00 pm
Tea Party
You are cordially invited to a KidsPlay High Tea! -
June 28, 2018 | 2:30 am
STEM Club
Collaborative problem solving and hands-on experiments -
July 11, 2018 | 11:00 am
Letters in the Past with the Litchfield Historical Society
Help us welcome special guest, Litchfield Historical Society as we take a trip back in time! -
July 11, 2018 | 5:00 pm
Main Street Marketplace
A Salute to our Armed Forces! -
July 14, 2018 | 1:00 am
Teddy Bear Picnic
Join us for a beary great afternoon! -
July 17, 2018 | 10:00 am
A Day of Play with LEGO®
Join us for a morning of LEGO®-inspired challenges -
July 18, 2018 | 5:00 pm
Main Street Marketplace
Carnival Mardi Gras Night -
July 25, 2018 | 10:00 am
A Kids Museum
A creativity fair, calling all young experts! -
July 27, 2018 | 10:30 am
Good Tastes with Brooker!
Join us as we welcome Brooker Memorial Dental to learn all about about our tongues and sense of taste. -
July 28, 2018 | 5:00 pm
Main Street Marketplace
Community Night -
August 1, 2018 | 5:00 pm
KidsPlay Turns 6!
Join us for an old-fashioned birthday party to celebrate! -
August 2, 2018 | 2:00 pm
Good Tastes with Brooker!
Join us as we welcome Brooker Memorial Dental to learn all about about our tongues and sense of taste. -
August 2, 2018 | 5:00 pm
Main Street Marketplace
Motorcars on Main Street -
August 4, 2018 | 10:00 am
Closing Early
On Saturday, August 4th KidsPlay will be closing early @ 2 pm. -
August 4, 2018 | 6:00 pm
The Summer Fête - Movers, Shakers & Wondermakers
Join us for this Celebration of the Makers in our Community! -
September 3, 2018 | 10:00 am
Museum CLOSED - Annual Exhibit Refresh
The Museum will be closed September 3 - 6 while we refresh some of our exhibits! -
September 4, 2018 | 10:00 am
Museum CLOSED - Annual Exhibit Refresh
The Museum will be closed September 3 - 6 while we refresh some of our exhibits! -
September 5, 2018 | 10:00 am
Museum CLOSED - Annual Exhibit Refresh
The Museum will be closed September 3 - 6 while we refresh some of our exhibits! -
September 6, 2018 | 10:00 am
Museum CLOSED - Annual Exhibit Refresh
The Museum will be closed September 3 - 6 while we refresh some of our exhibits! -
September 9, 2018 | 10:00 am
Grandparents Day
Honoring all Grandparents with free admission on their special day! -
September 20, 2018 | 2:00 am
Art Adventure with Five Points
Join this exciting visual literacy art adventure! -
September 29, 2018 | 10:00 am
Nickelodeon World Wide Day of Play
Join us to celebrate what we do best! -
October 8, 2018 | 10:00 am
Open for Play on Indigenous Peoples Day!
Museum will be open for play Monday, October 8. 10 am - 4 pm. -
October 26, 2018 | 5:00 pm
Spooky Science: Let's do Chemistry!
Celebrating National Chemistry Week with Fun and Spooky Experiments! -
November 6, 2018 | 10:00 am
Open for Play on Election Day!
Museum will be open Tuesday, November 6 from 10 am - 4 pm. Come vote for your favorite exhibit! -
November 12, 2018 | 10:00 am
Open for Play on Veterans Day!
Museum will be open Monday, November 12 from 10 am - 4 pm. Sunday, Nov. 11 & Monday, Nov. 12 we are celebrating Veterans Day by offering free admission to the all our Veterans. We want to thank all former and current military personnel for their dedication and sacrifice! -
November 15, 2018 | 2:00 pm
Art Adventures with Five Points Gallery
Exploring lines and form in art. -
November 22, 2018 | 10:00 am
Closed for Play
Museum will be closed for Thursday, November 22 for Thanksgiving. Happy Thanksgiving from our family to yours! -
November 23, 2018 | 5:00 pm
Full Moon PJ Party
Wear your jamies for a moonlit party at KidsPlay! -
December 5, 2018 | 11:30 am
Read and Relax with Brady
Grab a good book and join our furry friend! -
December 14, 2018 | 5:00 am
Make It, Take It Gingerbread
Join us for gingerbread house fun! -
December 15, 2018 | 11:00 am
Gifts from the Heart Maker Day
Come be a creator and not a consumer! -
December 19, 2018 | 11:30 am
Read and Relax with Brady
Grab a good book and join our furry friend! -
December 25, 2018 | 10:00 am
Closed for Christmas
Happy Holidays from our KidsPlay family to yours! -
December 26, 2018 | 10:00 am
Science Day
Winter Break at KidsPlay-Celebrate science! -
December 27, 2018 | 10:00 am
Technology Day
Winter Break at KidsPlay-Celebrate technology! -
December 28, 2018 | 10:00 am
Engineering Day
Winter Break at KidsPlay-Celebrate engineering! -
December 29, 2018 | 10:00 am
Arts Day
Winter Break at KidsPlay-Celebrate art! -
December 30, 2018 | 10:00 am
Math Day
Winter Break at KidsPlay-Celebrate math! -
December 31, 2018 | 10:00 am
Countdown to Noon!
Join us as we celebrate the new year! Balloons drop at noon and 3pm. -
January 1, 2019 | 10:00 am
Open for Play!
Open for play on New Years Day! -
January 17, 2019 | 12:00 pm
Art Adventure
Join executive director of Five Points Gallery on an art adventure you won't want to miss! -
January 20, 2019 | 10:00 am
Snow Day!
We are closed for play today, Sunday, January 20. We wish you a safe and cozy day of play at home. -
January 21, 2019 | 10:00 am
Celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. Day
We are open for play - 10 am - 4 pm! -
January 21, 2019 | 1:30 pm
NBC's Snow Monster Comes to KP!
Come and join us as we meet with the NBC weather team and their jazzed up Jeep, The Snow Monster. Discover how they brave nature's coldest weather events! -
January 25, 2019 | 5:00 pm
Family Friday - It's Electric!
Experimenting, imagining, creating! Join us for an extended day of play, featuring themed activities from 5 - 8 pm. -
January 30, 2019 | 10:00 am
Open for Play!
Come play on your snow day! -
February 13, 2019 | 11:00 am
Open for Play
We are open today, Wednesday, February 13 from 11 am to 6 pm! -
February 16, 2019 | 10:00 am
Kid Flicks Tour
Presenting Kid Flicks, a touring program of the New York International Children’s Film Festival. Explore new worlds without leaving the Northwest Corner! The Festival will includes 3 short film programs featuring audience favorite and award-winning short films from the 2018 largest film festival for kids and teens. These films encourage exploration, empathy, learning, and, of course, tons of fun! -
February 16, 2019 | 11:00 am
Kid Flicks One
Curated for ages 3-7, the films of this program explore music, color, and clear narratives. Show times @ 11 am and 5:30 pm -
February 16, 2019 | 1:00 pm
Kid Flicks Two
For ages 8+ these films display a variety of filmmaking techniques with layered stories and perspectives. -
February 16, 2019 | 3:30 pm
¡Viva Kid Flicks!
A curated selection of Spanish-language short films from NYICFF’s 2018 Friends and Neighbors Program spotlighting Mexico. All films have Spanish and English subtitles with no dialogue. Ages 7+. Show time @ 3:30pm Tickets will be sold at KidsPlay and The Warner Theatre $10 per show includes admission to KidsPlay. $7 per show for Museum Members. -
February 16, 2019 | 5:30 pm
Kid Flicks One
Curated for ages 3-7, the films of this program explore music, color, and clear narratives. Show times @ 11 am and 5:30 pm -
February 18, 2019 | 10:00 am
Open for Play!
We will be open for play from 10 am - 4 pm. -
February 19, 2019 | 10:00 am
Open for Play!
Open from 10 am - 4 pm -
February 21, 2019 | 2:00 pm
Art Adventure
Join executive director from Five Points Gallery on an art adventure you won't want to miss! -
February 22, 2019 | 5:00 pm
Family Friday - Move and Groove
Experimenting, imagining, creating! Join us for an extended day of play, featuring themed activities from 5 - 8 pm. -
March 9, 2019 | 2:30 pm
Cooking with Patty
Create and enjoy Flying Saucer Pizzas! -
March 16, 2019 | 2:30 pm
Cooking with Patty
Learn to make Sunny Cakes! -
March 21, 2019 | 2:00 pm
Art Adventure
Join executive director from Five Points Gallery on an art adventure you won't want to miss! -
March 22, 2019 | 5:00 pm
Family Friday - Earth and Space Explorers
Earth and Space STEM activities based on current NASA research! -
March 28, 2019 | 10:30 am
Letters are Characters
A Play-Based, Reading Program for Emerging Readers and an Essential Reading Curriculum for Parents/Caregivers -
March 30, 2019 | 12:00 pm
Galaxy Slime
Practice a little intergalactic chemistry to create this beautiful out - of - this world slime! -
March 31, 2019 | 10:00 am
Closing Early!
We will be closing early @ 2 pm today. -
April 6, 2019 | 12:30 pm
Maker Lab - Dino Eggs
A dinosaur is trapped in its egg. Can you break the dinosaur out? -
April 8, 2019 | 10:00 am
Spring Break Unplugged!
Break up the boredom (and screen time!) Join us for play, exploration, and discovery during Spring Break. Special activities and guests all week! -
April 8, 2019 | 10:00 am
Cookin' @ KP - Spring Break Unplugged!
Let's get cookin'! -
April 9, 2019 | 10:00 am
Imagination Creation - Spring Break Unplugged!
Come and discover what your imagination is capable of! -
April 10, 2019 | 10:00 am
Ooey Gooey Day - Spring Break Unplugged!
You won't want to miss this. Getting Messy is a FUNdamental part of growing up! -
April 11, 2019 | 10:00 am
Building Big - Spring Break Unplugged!
How big can your little builder build!? -
April 12, 2019 | 10:00 am
Let's Get Movin' - Spring Break Unplugged!
Obstacle courses, dance party and more! -
April 13, 2019 | 12:30 pm
Maker Lab - Lava Lamps
Let's Make Lava Lamps! -
April 15, 2019 | 10:00 am
Cookin' @ KP - Spring Break Unplugged!
Let's get cookin'! -
April 16, 2019 | 10:00 am
Imagination Creation - Spring Break Unplugged!
Come and discover what your imagination is capable of! -
April 17, 2019 | 10:00 am
Ooey Gooey Day - Spring Break Unplugged!
You won't want to miss this. Getting Messy is a FUNdamental part of growing up! -
April 18, 2019 | 10:00 am
Building Big - Spring Break Unplugged!
How big can your little builder build!? -
April 18, 2019 | 1:00 pm
Playing with Poetry
Learn how poetry can make the ordinary, extraordinary! -
April 18, 2019 | 2:00 pm
Art Adventure
Join executive director from Five Points Gallery on an art adventure you won't want to miss! -
April 19, 2019 | 10:00 am
Let's Get Movin' - Spring Break Unplugged!
Obstacle courses, dance party and more! -
April 19, 2019 | 5:00 pm
Family Fridays - EggStravaganza!
Experimenting, imagining, creating! Join us for an extended day of play, featuring themed activities from 5 - 8 pm. -
April 20, 2019 | 12:30 pm
Maker Lab - Yarn Chicks
Let's sew Yarn Chicks! -
April 27, 2019 | 12:30 pm
Maker Lab - Shoe Box Aquariums
Join us to design your own underwater world. -
May 17, 2019 | 5:00 pm
Family Fridays - May is for Making
Experimenting, imagining, creating! Join us for an extended day of play, featuring themed activities from 5 - 8 pm. -
May 18, 2019 | 10:00 am
Touch a Truck
Join us for 2019 Touch a Truck! Saturday, May 18 from 10 am to 1 pm at the O&G Maintenance Facility located at 900 South Main Street in Torrington, CT. -
May 23, 2019 | 2:00 pm
Pop-up Art Adventure
Join executive director from Five Points Gallery on an art adventure you won't want to miss! -
June 21, 2019 | 5:00 pm
Family Fridays - The Longest Day for Music and Play
It will be a day you will not want to miss! -
July 4, 2019 | 10:00 am
Closing Early - Fourth of July
Closing @ 2 pm. -
July 17, 2019 | 11:30 am
Litchfield County 4-H Summer Programs
Join 4-H at KidsPlay! -
August 10, 2019 | 6:00 pm
The Summer Fête: Mystery At The Museum
A summer celebration with delicious food and drink and interactive challenges throughout the Museum! -
August 15, 2019 | 2:00 pm
Art Adventure - "People are Great!"
Join executive director from Five Points Gallery on an art adventure you won't want to miss! -
August 20, 2019 | 10:30 am
Painting Music
Paint to the music of Magic Mountain musicians! -
September 14, 2019 | 10:30 am
Action WildLife KidsPlay Day!
Fun for the whole family! -
September 26, 2019 | 6:00 am
Discover Norbrook Farm
Enjoy a private, behind the scenes tour of the brewing operation! -
October 14, 2019 | 10:00 am
Open for Play on Indigenous People's Day
Monday, October 14 the museum will be open for play! 10 am - 4 pm. -
November 5, 2019 | 10:00 am
Open for Play on Election Day
Tuesday, November 5 the Museum will be open for play! 10 am - 4 pm. -
November 9, 2019 | 11:00 am
Tool Time
Join us to explore and experiment with real tools and supplies! -
November 11, 2019 | 10:00 am
Open for Play on Veteran's Day
Monday, November 11 KidsPlay will be open from 10 am - 4 pm. -
November 15, 2019 | 5:00 pm
Family Friday - Building Big
Join us for an evening of big building at KidsPlay Children’s Museum on Friday, November 15th from 5 - 8 pm. -
November 21, 2019 | 2:00 pm
Art Adventures
Join Executive Director Judy McElhone from the Five Points Gallery on a visual literacy art adventure featuring a walking field trip to the gallery. -
November 27, 2019 | 11:00 am
Meet Brady!
Explore the Museum and spend time with Heidi and her therapy dog, Brady! -
December 3, 2019 | 4:30 pm
Gift Making Club
A special 3-week club session for your child to create handmade gifts for the holidays! -
December 11, 2019 | 11:00 am
Meet Brady!
Explore the museum with Heidi and her therapy dog Brady! -
December 12, 2019 | 2:00 pm
Art Adventure!
Join Executive Director Judy McElhone from the Five Points Gallery on a visual literacy art adventure featuring a walking field trip to the gallery. -
December 13, 2019 | 5:00 pm
Picturing Peace Opening Reception
Featuring photos and texts by fifth grade children from Belfast, Northern Ireland, Southern California, and Waterbury CT depicting their concept of Peace. -
December 20, 2019 | 10:00 am
Winter Break - Day 1
Help us kick-off 10 days of STEM! -
December 20, 2019 | 5:00 pm
Family Friday - Building Small
Join us to build a GINGERBREAD HOUSE! Workshops offered at 5 pm, 6 pm, and 7 pm. Pre-registration is required to reserve your spot. -
December 21, 2019 | 10:00 am
Winter Break - Day 2
Meet in the Block Area to see who can build the longest block bridge! -
December 22, 2019 | 10:00 am
Winter Break - Day 3
Create Together! Hop on stage and be part of the performance of 3 Billy Goats Gruff. -
December 23, 2019 | 10:00 am
Winter Break - Day 4
Meet us in the Literacy Treehouse to see who can build the tallest tree from green plastic cups! -
December 24, 2019 | 10:00 am
Closing early - Christmas Eve
We will be closing @ 2 pm on Tuesday, December 24. -
December 24, 2019 | 10:00 am
Winter Break - Day 5
The Museum will be open for play from 10:00 am - 2:00 pm! -
December 26, 2019 | 10:00 am
Winter Break - Day 6
It is so much fun to see objects move through the air tubes. But can you make a paper airplane that will fly further than all the others? -
December 27, 2019 | 10:00 am
Winter Break - Day 7
Create Together, build a Bird! Enjoy assorted books including fiction and non-fiction while you create! -
December 28, 2019 | 10:00 am
Winter Break - Day 8
Can you code an alphabet path for our Bee Bots? Can you help Bee Bot reach the gift at the end? -
December 29, 2019 | 10:00 am
Winter Break - Day 9
Matchbox Rally! -
December 30, 2019 | 10:00 am
Winter Break - Day 10
Have a Ball! Move and groove with assorted music and assorted ball shapes! -
December 31, 2019 | 10:00 am
Countdown to Noon
Special celebratory events with a balloon drop at noon! -
December 31, 2019 | 5:00 pm
New Year's Eve Playtacular!
Make it an evening to remember! Join us for an exclusive party to ring in 2020! -
January 3, 2020 | 12:00 pm
Open for Play!
Open for timed-entry admissions from 12 pm to 4 pm or reserve an exclusive rental from 9 to 11 am! -
January 17, 2020 | 5:00 pm
Family Friday - Picturing Peace
Contribute to the cultivation of a peaceful mindset in our community. -
January 20, 2020 | 10:00 am
Celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. Day!
We are open for play from 10 am - 4 pm! -
February 17, 2020 | 10:00 am
Presidents' Day!
We are open for play from 10 am to 4 pm! -
February 18, 2020 | 10:00 am
Special February Break Opening!
We are open from 10 am to 4 pm for an extra day of play! -
February 28, 2020 | 11:00 am
Building with Home Depot
Join our friends from The Home Depot for some fun building with kits! -
May 4, 2020 | 6:00 am
May the Fourth Be With You!
Enjoy some family fun time. Online activities Saturday, May 2 through May 4. -
May 14, 2020 | 9:30 am
Caregivers' Circle (Via Zoom)
Come share the challenges and joys you are experiencing during this unusual time. -
July 21, 2020 | 9:00 am
Breakfast Bingo
Join us for online fun Tuesdays at 9 am. -
July 22, 2020 | 3:30 pm
KidsPlay Show & Tell
Your child is invited to a one-of-a-kind Show & Tell with our KidsPlay Education Team! -
July 28, 2020 | 9:00 am
Breakfast Bingo
Join us for online fun Tuesdays at 9 am. -
July 30, 2020 | 9:00 am
KidsPlay Show & Tell
Your child is invited to a one-of-a-kind Show & Tell with our KidsPlay Education Team! -
July 31, 2020 | 11:55 pm
Double Your Donation Through Northwest Corner Gives! June 15-July 31.
Support KidsPlay today! Every dollar doubled. -
August 4, 2020 | 9:00 am
Breakfast Bingo
Join us for online fun Tuesdays at 9 am. -
August 6, 2020 | 9:00 am
KidsPlay Show & Tell
Your child is invited to a one-of-a-kind Show & Tell with our KidsPlay Education Team! -
August 11, 2020 | 9:00 am
Breakfast Bingo!
Join us online Tuesday at 9:00 am for some fun! -
August 12, 2020 | 10:00 am
Bilingual Stories in the Meadow
Join us Wednesdays at 10 am, starting July 29 at the Tapping Reeve Meadow in Litchfield for FREE bilingual story time! -
August 12, 2020 | 10:00 am
Member Appreciation Days - Open to Members
We look forward to safely welcoming you back to KidsPlay to enjoy our exhibits and learn through play! -
August 13, 2020 | 10:00 am
Member Appreciation Days - Open to Members
We look forward to safely welcoming you back to KidsPlay to enjoy our exhibits and learn through play -
August 15, 2020 | 10:00 am
Open for Play!
Starting Saturday, August 15, KidsPlay Museum's galleries are open to the general public. We can't wait to see you! -
August 25, 2020 | 9:00 am
Breakfast Bingo!
Join us online Tuesday at 9:00 am for some fun! -
August 26, 2020 | 10:00 am
Bilingual Stories in the Meadow
Join us Wednesdays at 10 am, starting July 29 at the Tapping Reeve Meadow in Litchfield for FREE bilingual story time! -
August 27, 2020 | 9:00 am
KidsPlay Show & Tell
Your child is invited to a one-of-a-kind Show & Tell with our KidsPlay Education Team! -
September 7, 2020 | 10:00 am
Open for Play on Labor Day!
KidsPlay will be open for play Monday, September 7 from 10 am - 2 pm! -
September 30, 2020 | 10:00 am
Bilingual Stories in the Garden - Canceled
Join us for Bilingual Stories in the Garden! (A collaboration between KidsPlay Children's Museum and the Torrington Historical Society.) -
October 7, 2020 | 10:00 am
Bilingual Stories in the Garden
Join us for Bilingual Stories in the Garden! (A collaboration between KidsPlay Children's Museum and the Torrington Historical Society.) -
October 8, 2020 | 9:00 am
Member Hour
Calling all KidsPlay members, start your play an hour early! -
October 14, 2020 | 10:00 am
Bilingual Stories in the Garden
Join us for Bilingual Stories in the Garden! (A collaboration between KidsPlay Children's Museum and the Torrington Historical Society.) -
October 15, 2020 | 9:00 am
Member Hour
Calling all KidsPlay members, start your play an hour early! -
October 22, 2020 | 9:00 am
Member Hour
Calling all KidsPlay members, start your play an hour early! -
October 29, 2020 | 9:00 am
Member Hour
Calling all KidsPlay members, start your play an hour early! -
October 30, 2020 | 4:00 pm
Not-So-Spooky Hours
KidsPlay will be open Friday, Oct. 30 from 4 pm to 8 pm and Saturday, Oct. 31 from 10 am to 2 pm & 4 pm to 8 pm. -
October 31, 2020 | 10:00 am
Not-So-Spooky Hours
KidsPlay will be open Friday, Oct. 30 from 4 pm to 8 pm and Saturday, Oct. 31 from 10 am to 2 pm & 4 pm to 8 pm. -
November 3, 2020 | 10:00 am
Open for Play on Election Day!
The Museum will be open on Tuesday, November 3 from 10 am - 2 pm! -
November 5, 2020 | 9:00 am
Member Hour
Calling all KidsPlay members, start your play an hour early! -
November 12, 2020 | 9:00 am
Member Hour
Exclusive hour of play for our Museum members from 9 am - 10 am! -
November 19, 2020 | 9:00 am
Member Hour
Exclusive hour of play for our Museum members from 9 am - 10 am! -
November 26, 2020 | 10:00 am
Closed for Thanksgiving
KidsPlay will be closed on Thursday, November 26. -
December 1, 2020 | 12:00 am
Giving Tuesday
Your gift will brighten the cold winter months for a local family and support our growing Museum. -
December 3, 2020 | 9:00 am
Member Hour
Exclusive hour of play for our Museum members from 9 am - 10 am! -
December 10, 2020 | 9:00 am
Member Hour
Exclusive hour of play for our Museum members from 9 am - 10 am! -
December 18, 2020 | 10:00 am
Open for Play!
Special Opening from 10 am to 2 pm! -
December 19, 2020 | 10:00 am
Open for Play!
Open for timed-entry admissions from 10 am to 2 pm or reserve an exclusive rental from 4 to 6 pm! -
December 20, 2020 | 12:00 pm
Open for Play!
Open for timed-entry admissions from 12 pm to 4 pm or reserve an exclusive rental from 9 to 11 am! -
December 21, 2020 | 10:00 am
Open for Play!
Open for timed-entry admissions from 10 am to 2 pm or reserve a private playtime from 9 to 10 am or 2 to 3 pm! -
December 22, 2020 | 10:00 am
Open for Play!
Open for timed-entry admissions from 10 am to 2 pm or reserve a private playtime from 9 to 10 am or 2 to 3 pm! -
December 23, 2020 | 10:00 am
Open for Play!
Open for timed-entry admissions from 10 am to 2 pm or reserve a private playtime from 9 to 10 am or 2 to 3 pm! -
December 24, 2020 | 9:00 am
Open for Play!
Open for timed-entry admissions from 10 am to 2 pm or reserve a private playtime from 2 to 3 pm! Are you a KidsPlay Member? It's a Thursday! We hope you can join us for Member Hour from 9 am to 10 am! -
December 25, 2020 | 10:00 am
Closed for Play on Christmas Day
From our KidsPlay Family to yours, Happy Holidays! -
December 26, 2020 | 10:00 am
Open for Play!
Open for timed-entry admissions from 10 am to 2 pm or reserve an exclusive rental from 4 to 6 pm! -
December 27, 2020 | 12:00 pm
Open for Play!
Open for timed-entry admissions from 12 pm to 4 pm or reserve an exclusive rental from 9 to 11 am! -
December 28, 2020 | 10:00 am
Open for Play!
Open for timed-entry admissions from 10 am to 2 pm or reserve a private playtime from 9 to 10 am or 2 to 3 pm! -
December 29, 2020 | 10:00 am
Open for Play!
Open for timed-entry admissions from 10 am to 2 pm or reserve a private playtime from 9 to 10 am or 2 to 3 pm! -
December 30, 2020 | 10:00 am
Open for Play!
Open for timed-entry admissions from 10 am to 2 pm or reserve a private playtime from 9 to 10 am or 2 to 3 pm! -
December 31, 2020 | 10:00 am
Open for Play!
Open for timed-entry admissions from 10 am to 2 pm or reserve a private playtime from 2 to 3 pm! Are you a KidsPlay Member? It's a Thursday! We hope you can join us for Member Hour from 9 am to 10 am! -
January 1, 2021 | 10:00 am
Open for Play!
Open for timed-entry admissions from 10 am to 2 pm or reserve a private playtime from 9 to 10 am or 2 to 3 pm! -
January 1, 2021 | 10:00 am
Open for Play!
Open for play 10 am - 4 pm! -
January 1, 2021 | 10:00 am
Open for Play during Winter Break!
Open for play 10 am - 4 pm! -
January 1, 2021 | 10:00 am
Winter Break: World Celebrations!
Open for play 10 am - 4 pm! -
January 2, 2021 | 10:00 am
Open for Play!
Open for timed-entry admissions from 10 am to 2 pm or reserve an exclusive rental from 4 to 6 pm! -
January 2, 2021 | 10:00 am
Open for Play during Winter Break!
Open for play 10 am - 4 pm during Winter Break! -
January 2, 2021 | 10:00 am
Open for Play!
Open for play 10 am - 4 pm! -
January 2, 2021 | 10:00 am
Winter Break: World Celebrations!
Open for play 10 am - 4 pm! -
January 3, 2021 | 10:00 am
Open for Play during Winter Break!
Open for play from 10 am to 4 pm! -
January 3, 2021 | 10:00 am
Open for Play!
Open for play 10 am - 4 pm! -
January 3, 2021 | 10:00 am
Winter Break: World Celebrations!
Open for play 10 am - 4 pm! -
January 4, 2021 | 10:00 am
Open for Play!
Open for play 10 am - 12 pm! -
January 5, 2021 | 10:00 am
Open for Play!
Open for play 10 am - 12 pm! -
January 6, 2021 | 10:00 am
Open for Play!
Open for play 10 am - 12 pm! -
January 7, 2021 | 10:00 am
Open for Play!
Open for play 10 am - 12 pm! -
January 8, 2021 | 10:00 am
Open for Play!
Open for play 10 am - 12 pm! -
January 9, 2021 | 10:00 am
Open for Play!
Open for play 10 am - 2 pm! -
January 10, 2021 | 12:00 pm
Open for Play!
Open for play 12 pm - 4 pm! -
January 13, 2021 | 10:00 am
Open for Play!
Open for play from 10 am - 1 pm! -
January 14, 2021 | 10:00 am
Open for Play!
Open for play from 10 am - 1 pm! -
January 15, 2021 | 10:00 am
Open for Play!
Open for play from 10 am - 1 pm! -
January 16, 2021 | 10:00 am
Open for Play!
Open for play from 10 am - 2 pm! -
January 17, 2021 | 12:00 pm
Open for Play!
Open for play from 12 pm - 4 pm! -
January 18, 2021 | 10:00 am
Open for Play!
Open for play on Martin Luther King Day! 10 am - 2 pm -
January 20, 2021 | 10:00 am
Open for Play!
Open for play 10 am - 1 pm! -
January 21, 2021 | 10:00 am
Open for Play!
Open for play from 10 am - 1 pm! -
January 22, 2021 | 10:00 am
Open for Play!
Open for play 10 am - 1pm! -
January 23, 2021 | 10:00 am
Open for Play!
Open for play 10 am - 2 pm! -
January 24, 2021 | 12:00 pm
Open for Play!
Open for play 12 pm - 4 pm! -
January 27, 2021 | 10:00 am
Open for Play!
Open for play from 10 am - 1 pm! -
January 28, 2021 | 10:00 am
Open for Play!
Open for play from 10 am to 1 pm! -
January 29, 2021 | 10:00 am
Open for Play!
Open for play from 10 am - 1 pm! -
January 30, 2021 | 10:00 am
Open for Play!
Open for play from 10 am - 2 pm! -
January 31, 2021 | 12:00 pm
Open for Play!
Open from 12 pm - 4 pm! -
February 3, 2021 | 10:00 am
Open for Play!
Open for play 10 am - 1 pm! -
February 4, 2021 | 10:00 am
Open for Play!
Open for play 10 am - 1 pm! -
February 5, 2021 | 10:00 am
Open for Play!
Open for play 10 am - 1 pm! -
February 6, 2021 | 10:00 am
Open for Play!
Open for play 10 am - 4 pm! -
February 7, 2021 | 12:00 pm
Open for Play!
Open for play 12 pm - 4 pm! -
February 10, 2021 | 10:00 am
Open for Play!
Open for play 10 am - 1 pm! -
February 11, 2021 | 10:00 am
Open for Play!
Open for play 10 am - 1 pm! -
February 12, 2021 | 10:00 am
Open for Play!
Open for play 10 am - 1 pm! -
February 13, 2021 | 10:00 am
Out of This World Winter Break!
Open for play 10 am - 4 pm! Let's kick off winter break with Valentine STEM activities! -
February 14, 2021 | 10:00 am
Out of This World Winter Break!
Open for play 12 pm - 4 pm! Join us on Valentine's Day for special themed STEM activities. -
February 15, 2021 | 10:00 am
Out of This World Winter Break!
Open for play on Presidents' Day! Gearing up for the Mars Rover landing! Let's explore the two presidents that were most influential in starting the space program and man landing on the moon! Do you know who they are? -
February 16, 2021 | 10:00 am
Out of This World Winter Break!
Perseverance, NASA's Mars Rover, is finally making its landing - and we want to celebrate! The rover lands Thursday, February 18. We will spend the week exploring all things space through hands-on STEM activities, games, and experiments. -
February 17, 2021 | 10:00 am
Out of This World Winter Break!
Perseverance, NASA's Mars Rover, is finally making its landing - and we want to celebrate! The rover lands Thursday, February 18. We will spend the week exploring all things space through hands-on STEM activities, games, and experiments. -
February 18, 2021 | 10:00 am
Out of This World Winter Break!
Perseverance, NASA's Mars Rover, is finally making its landing - and we want to celebrate! The rover lands Thursday, February 18. We will spend the week exploring all things space through hands-on STEM activities, games, and experiments. -
February 19, 2021 | 10:00 am
Out of This World Winter Break!
Perseverance, NASA's Mars Rover, is finally making its landing - and we want to celebrate! The rover lands Thursday, February 18. We will spend the week exploring all things space through hands-on STEM activities, games, and experiments. -
February 20, 2021 | 10:00 am
Out of This World Winter Break!
Perseverance, NASA's Mars Rover, is finally making its landing - and we want to celebrate! The rover lands Thursday, February 18. We will spend the week exploring all things space through hands-on STEM activities, games, and experiments. -
February 21, 2021 | 12:00 pm
Out of This World Winter Break!
Perseverance, NASA's Mars Rover, is finally making its landing - and we want to celebrate! The rover lands Thursday, February 18. We will spend the week exploring all things space through hands-on STEM activities, games, and experiments. -
February 24, 2021 | 10:00 am
Open for Play!
Open for play 10 am - 1 pm! -
February 25, 2021 | 10:00 am
Open for Play!
Open for play 10 am - 1 pm! -
February 26, 2021 | 10:00 am
Open for Play!
Open for play 10 am - 1 pm! -
February 27, 2021 | 10:00 am
Open for Play!
Open for play 10 am - 4 pm! -
February 28, 2021 | 12:00 pm
Open for Play!
Open for play 12 pm - 4 pm! -
March 3, 2021 | 10:00 am
Open for Play!
Open for play 10 am - 1 pm! -
March 4, 2021 | 10:00 am
Open for Play!
Open for play 10 am - 1 pm! -
March 5, 2021 | 10:00 am
Open for Play!
Open for play 10 am - 1 pm! -
March 6, 2021 | 10:00 am
Open for Play!
Open for play 10 am - 4 pm! -
March 7, 2021 | 12:00 pm
Open for Play!
Open for play 12 pm - 4 pm! -
March 10, 2021 | 10:00 am
Open for Play!
Open for play 10 am - 1 pm! -
March 11, 2021 | 10:00 am
Open for Play!
Open for play 10 am - 1 pm! -
March 12, 2021 | 10:00 am
Open for Play!
Open for play 10 am - 1 pm! -
March 13, 2021 | 10:00 am
Open for Play!
Open for play 10 am - 4 pm! -
March 14, 2021 | 12:00 pm
Open for Play on Pi Day!
Open for play 12 pm - 4 pm with Pi STEM pop-ups! -
March 17, 2021 | 10:00 am
Open for Play on St. Patrick's Day!
Open for play on St.Patrick’s Day! Join us for a themed pop-up craft 10 am - 1 pm. -
March 18, 2021 | 10:00 am
Open for Play!
Open for play 10 am - 1 pm! -
March 19, 2021 | 10:00 am
Open for Play!
Open for play 10 am - 1 pm! -
March 20, 2021 | 10:00 am
Open for Play!
Open for play 10 am - 4 pm! -
March 21, 2021 | 12:00 pm
Open for Play!
Open for play 12 pm - 4 pm! -
March 24, 2021 | 10:00 am
Open for Play!
Open for play 10 am - 1 pm! -
March 25, 2021 | 10:00 am
Open for Play!
Open for play 10 am - 1 pm! -
March 25, 2021 | 5:00 pm
Community Conversations
Please join us for a conversation with faith, service and civic organizations about issues facing the children in our community. -
March 26, 2021 | 10:00 am
Open for Play!
Open for play 10 am - 1 pm! -
March 27, 2021 | 9:30 am
Virtual Kindergarten Readiness Fair
This event is not kindergarten Registration, however all incoming kindergarten children for Torrington Public Schools should attend this virtual event!! -
March 27, 2021 | 10:00 am
Open for Play!
Open for play 10 am - 4 pm! -
March 28, 2021 | 12:00 pm
Open for Play!
Open for play 12 pm - 4 pm! -
March 31, 2021 | 10:00 am
Open for Play!
Open for play 10 am - 1 pm! -
April 1, 2021 | 9:00 am
Member Hour
Exclusive hour of play for our Museum members from 9 am - 10 am! -
April 1, 2021 | 10:00 am
Open for Play!
Open for play 10 am - 1 pm! -
April 2, 2021 | 10:00 am
Build-a-Bunny!
The Museum will be open 10 am - 1 pm and reopening for an extended day of play from 5 pm - 7 pm! -
April 2, 2021 | 10:00 am
Open for Play!
Open for play 10 am - 4 pm! -
April 2, 2021 | 5:00 pm
Build-a-Bunny!
The Museum will be open 10 am - 1 pm and reopening for an extended day of play from 5 pm - 7 pm! -
April 3, 2021 | 10:00 am
Build-a-Bunny!
The Museum will be open 10 am - 4 pm and reopening for an extended day of play from 5 pm - 7 pm! -
April 3, 2021 | 5:00 pm
Build-a-Bunny!
The Museum will be open 10 am - 4 pm and reopening for an extended day of play from 5 pm - 7 pm! -
April 4, 2021 | 10:00 am
Closed for Play on Easter Sunday
KidsPlay will be closed Sunday, April 12. -
April 7, 2021 | 10:01 am
Open for Play!
Open for play 10 am - 1 pm! -
April 8, 2021 | 9:00 am
Member Hour
Exclusive hour of play for our members 9 am - 10 am! -
April 8, 2021 | 10:00 am
Open for Play!
Open for play 10 am - 1 pm! -
April 9, 2021 | 10:00 am
Open for Play!
Open for play 10 am - 1 pm! -
April 9, 2021 | 5:00 pm
Fun Friday Bonus Hours!
The Museum will reopen from 5 pm - 7 pm for two hours of bonus playtime! -
April 10, 2021 | 10:00 am
Science Saturday - Spring Break Unplugged!
Open for play 10 am - 4 pm! -
April 11, 2021 | 10:00 am
Sunday Funday - Spring Break Unplugged!
Open for play 10 am - 4 pm! -
April 12, 2021 | 10:00 am
Mindful Monday - Spring Break Unplugged!
Open for play 10 am - 4 pm! -
April 13, 2021 | 10:00 am
Try-it Tuesday - Spring Break Unplugged!
Open for play 10 am - 4 pm! -
April 14, 2021 | 10:00 am
Water Wednesday - Spring Break Unplugged!
Open for play 10 am - 4 pm! -
April 15, 2021 | 10:18 am
Theatrical Thursday - Spring Break Unplugged!
Open for play 10 am - 4 pm! -
April 16, 2021 | 10:00 am
Fairy Tale Friday - Spring Break Unplugged!
Open for play 10 am - 4 pm! -
April 16, 2021 | 5:00 pm
Fun Friday Bonus Hours!
The Museum will reopen from 5 pm - 7 pm for two hours of bonus playtime! -
April 17, 2021 | 10:00 am
Science Saturday - Spring Break Unplugged!
Open for play 10 am - 4 pm! -
April 18, 2021 | 10:00 am
Sunday Funday - Spring Break Unplugged!
Open for play 10 am - 4 pm! -
April 20, 2021 | 7:00 am
Give Local Starts Today!
With each dollar you donate, you are providing brain-building and stress-reducing opportunities for children and their caregivers. -
April 21, 2021 | 12:01 am
Give Local Day 2!
With your gift, you are ensuring families are welcomed and feel a sense of belonging. -
April 21, 2021 | 10:00 am
Open for Play!
Open for play 10 am - 1 pm! -
April 22, 2021 | 9:00 am
Member Hour
Exclusive hour of play for our members 9 am - 10 am! -
April 22, 2021 | 10:00 am
Open for Play!
Open for play 10 am - 1 pm! -
April 23, 2021 | 10:00 am
Open for Play!
Open for play 10 am - 1 pm! -
April 23, 2021 | 5:00 pm
Fun Friday Bonus Hours!
The Museum will reopen from 5 pm - 7 pm for two hours of bonus playtime! -
April 24, 2021 | 10:00 am
Open for Play!
Open for play 10 am - 4 pm! -
April 25, 2021 | 10:00 am
Open for Play!
Open for play 10 am - 4 pm! -
April 28, 2021 | 10:00 am
Open for Play!
Open for play 10 am - 1 pm! -
April 29, 2021 | 9:00 am
Member Hour
Exclusive hour of play for our members 9 am - 10 am! -
April 29, 2021 | 10:00 am
Open for Play!
Open for play 10 am - 1 pm! -
April 30, 2021 | 10:00 am
Open for Play!
Open for play 10 am - 1 pm! -
April 30, 2021 | 5:00 pm
Fun Friday Bonus Hours!
The Museum will reopen from 5 pm - 7 pm for two hours of bonus playtime! -
May 1, 2021 | 10:00 am
Open for Play!
Open for play 10 am - 4 pm! -
May 5, 2021 | 10:00 am
Open for Play!
Open for play 10 am - 1 pm! -
May 6, 2021 | 10:00 am
Open for Play!
Open for play 10 am - 1 pm! -
May 7, 2021 | 10:00 am
Open for Play!
Open for play 10 am - 1 pm! -
May 7, 2021 | 5:00 pm
Fun Friday Bonus Hours!
The Museum will reopen from 5 pm - 7 pm for two hours of bonus playtime! -
May 8, 2021 | 10:00 am
Open for Play!
Open for play 10 am - 4 pm! -
May 9, 2021 | 10:00 am
Open for Play on Mother's Day!
Honoring every mother with free admission on Mother's Day! Open for play 10 am - 4 pm! -
May 12, 2021 | 10:00 am
Open for Play!
Open for play 10 am - 1 pm! -
May 13, 2021 | 10:00 am
Open for Play!
Open for play 10 am - 1 pm! -
May 14, 2021 | 10:00 am
Open for Play!
Open for play 10 am - 1 pm! -
May 14, 2021 | 5:00 pm
Fun Friday Bonus Hours!
The Museum will reopen from 5 pm - 7 pm for two hours of bonus playtime! -
May 15, 2021 | 10:00 am
Open for Play!
Open for play 10 am - 4 pm! -
May 16, 2021 | 10:00 am
Open for Play!
Open for play 10 am - 4 pm! -
May 19, 2021 | 10:00 am
Open for Play!
Open for play 10 am - 1 pm! -
May 20, 2021 | 10:00 am
Open for Play!
Open for play 10 am - 1 pm! -
May 21, 2021 | 10:00 am
Open for Play!
Open for play 10 am - 1 pm! -
May 22, 2021 | 10:00 am
Open for Play!
Open for play 10 am - 4 pm! -
May 23, 2021 | 10:00 am
Open for Play!
Open for play 10 am - 4 pm! -
May 26, 2021 | 10:00 am
Open for Play!
Open for play 10 am - 1 pm! -
May 27, 2021 | 10:00 am
Open for Play!
Open for play 10 am - 1 pm! -
May 28, 2021 | 10:00 am
Open for Play!
Open for play 10 am - 1 pm! -
May 29, 2021 | 10:00 am
Open for Play!
Open for play 10 am - 4 pm! -
May 30, 2021 | 10:00 am
Open for Play!
Open for play 10 am - 4 pm! -
May 31, 2021 | 10:00 am
Open for Play on Memorial Day!
Special opening on Monday, May 31 from 10 am - 1 pm! -
June 2, 2021 | 10:00 am
Open for Play!
Open for play 10 am - 1 pm! -
June 3, 2021 | 10:00 am
Open for Play!
Open 10 am - 1 pm! -
June 4, 2021 | 10:00 am
Open for Play!
Open 10 am - 1 pm! -
June 5, 2021 | 10:00 am
Open for Play!
Open 10 am - 4 pm! -
June 6, 2021 | 10:00 am
Open for Play!
Open 10 am - 4 pm! -
June 9, 2021 | 10:00 am
Open for Play!
Open 10 am - 1 pm! -
June 10, 2021 | 10:00 am
Open for Play!
Open 10 am - 1 pm! -
June 11, 2021 | 10:00 am
Open for Play!
Open 10 am - 1 pm! -
June 12, 2021 | 10:00 am
CT Open House Day 2021 - Open for Play
We are celebrating CT Open House Day with 1/2 price admission for Connecticut residents! -
June 12, 2021 | 10:00 am
Open for Play!
Open 10 am - 4 pm! -
June 13, 2021 | 10:00 am
Open for Play!
Open 10 am - 4 pm! -
June 16, 2021 | 10:00 am
Open for Play!
Blasting off into Earth and Space Exploration! Open for play 10 am - 4 pm! -
June 16, 2021 | 12:14 pm
Open for Play!
Calling all mini engineers and architects, put on your thinking caps and let's get to building! -
June 17, 2021 | 9:00 am
Member Hour
Exclusive hour of play for our Museum members 9 am - 10 am! -
June 17, 2021 | 10:00 am
Extended Day of Play!
Blasting off into Earth and Space Exploration! Open for an extended day of play, 10 am - 7 pm! -
June 19, 2021 | 1:00 pm
Civil Rights Mural Unveiling
Join us to unveil history! -
June 20, 2021 | 10:00 am
Open for Play on Father's Day
Honoring all Fathers and Grandfathers with FREE admission on their special day! Open 10 am - 4 pm! -
June 24, 2021 | 4:00 pm
STEM & Stories @ The Farmers Market
Join us at the Franklin Plaza Farmers Market right here in downtown Torrington from 4 pm - 7 pm! -
July 20, 2021 | 10:00 am
Wonders of The Garden: A Spanish-English Story Time!
You are invited to a bilingual garden-themed hands-on literacy and STEM learning experience. -
July 27, 2021 | 10:00 am
Wonders of The Garden: A Spanish-English Story Time!
You are invited to a bilingual garden-themed hands-on literacy and STEM learning experience. -
August 3, 2021 | 10:00 am
Wonders of The Garden: A Spanish-English Story Time!
You are invited to a bilingual garden-themed hands-on literacy and STEM learning experience. -
August 10, 2021 | 10:00 am
Wonders of The Garden: A Spanish-English Story Time!
You are invited to a bilingual garden-themed hands-on literacy and STEM learning experience. -
August 11, 2021 | 10:00 am
Let's Do Chemistry!
Open for play 10 am - 4 pm! -
August 12, 2021 | 10:00 am
Let's Do Chemistry!
Open for play 10 am - 7 pm! -
August 12, 2021 | 4:00 pm
STEM & Stories @ The Farmers Market
Join us at the Franklin Plaza Farmers Market right here in downtown Torrington from 4 pm - 7 pm! -
August 13, 2021 | 10:00 am
Let's Do Chemistry!
Open for play 10 am - 4 pm! -
August 14, 2021 | 10:00 am
Let's Do Chemistry!
Open for play 10 am - 4 pm! -
August 15, 2021 | 10:00 am
Let's Do Chemistry!
Open for play 10 am - 4 pm! -
August 18, 2021 | 10:00 am
Let's Do Chemistry!
Open for play 10 am - 4 pm! -
August 19, 2021 | 10:00 am
Let's Do Chemistry!
Open for play 10 am - 7 pm! -
August 20, 2021 | 10:00 am
Let's Do Chemistry!
Open for play 10 am - 4 pm! -
August 21, 2021 | 10:00 am
Let's Do Chemistry!
Open for play 10 am - 4 pm! -
August 22, 2021 | 10:00 am
Closed due to weather
Stay safe! -
August 25, 2021 | 10:00 am
Physics is Fun!
Open for play 10 am - 4 pm! -
August 26, 2021 | 10:00 am
Physics is Fun!
Open for play 10 am - 7 pm! -
August 26, 2021 | 4:00 pm
STEM & Stories @ The Farmers Market
Farmer's Market is canceled this week due to heat. We are open for nice cool air-conditioned play to 7 pm though! -
August 27, 2021 | 10:00 am
Physics is Fun!
Open for play 10 am - 4 pm! -
August 28, 2021 | 10:00 am
Physics is Fun!
Open for play 10 am - 4 pm! -
September 7, 2021 | 10:00 am
Museum Closed
The Museum will be closed from September 7 - 10 for our annual exhibit refresh! We will be ready to play again Saturday, September 11. -
September 8, 2021 | 10:00 am
Museum Closed
The Museum will be closed from September 7 - 10 for our annual exhibit refresh! We will be ready to play again Saturday, September 11. -
September 9, 2021 | 10:00 am
Museum Closed
The Museum will be closed from September 7 - 10 for our annual exhibit refresh! We will be ready to play again Saturday, September 11. -
September 10, 2021 | 10:00 am
Museum Closed
The Museum will be closed from September 7 - 10 for our annual exhibit refresh! We will be ready to play again Saturday, September 11. -
September 23, 2021 | 9:00 am
Member Hour
Exclusive hour of play for our members 9 am - 10 am! -
October 29, 2021 | 10:00 am
Mad Science Day! Open Late for Play!
Join us for some not-so-spooky fun! Open for play 10 am - 7 pm! -
October 30, 2021 | 10:00 am
Mad Science Day! Open Late for Play!
Join us for some not-so-spooky fun! Open for play 10 am - 7 pm! -
December 2, 2021 | 9:00 am
Member Hour
Exclusive hour of play for our Museum members 9 am - 10 am! -
January 2, 2022 | 10:00 am
Open for Play during Winter Break!
Open for play 10 am - 4 pm! -
January 7, 2022 | 10:00 am
Snow Day
Closed for Play. Be safe and have fun in the snow! -
February 4, 2022 | 10:00 am
Closed Due to Weather
Open for play 10 am - 2 pm! -
February 16, 2022 | 10:00 am
Bright Smiles Day!
Celebrate National Children's Dental Health with Brooker Dental. Puppet shows at 11 am and 1 pm! -
February 21, 2022 | 10:00 am
Special Opening!
Open for play 10 am - 4 pm! -
February 22, 2022 | 12:00 pm
Special Opening!
Special Opening 10 am - 4 pm! -
February 24, 2022 | 5:00 pm
Storytelling with Effie and Angaza
Effie and Angaza Mwando of Our Culture is Beautiful use song, drumming, and dramatic storytelling to share the tale of Ruby Bridges. -
March 4, 2022 | 10:00 am
Open for Play!
Open for play 10 am - 4 pm! -
March 4, 2022 | 6:00 pm
Laninx Community Conversation
Please consider attending! Your input is valuable! -
March 5, 2022 | 10:00 am
Open for Play!
Open for play 10 am - 4 pm! -
March 6, 2022 | 12:00 pm
Open for Play!
Open for play 10 am - 4 pm! -
March 9, 2022 | 10:00 am
Open for Play! Closing at 2 due to the weather.
Open for play 10 am - 2 pm! -
March 10, 2022 | 9:00 am
Member Hour
Exclusive hour of play for our Museum members 9 am - 10 am! -
March 10, 2022 | 10:00 am
Open Late for Play!
Open for play 10 am - 7 pm! -
March 11, 2022 | 10:00 am
Open for Play!
Open for play 10 am - 4 pm! -
March 12, 2022 | 10:00 am
Open for Play!
Open for play 10 am - 4 pm! -
March 13, 2022 | 10:00 am
Open for Play!
Open for play 10 am - 4 pm! -
March 16, 2022 | 10:00 am
Open for Play!
Open for play 10 am - 4 pm! -
March 17, 2022 | 9:00 am
Member Hour
Exclusive hour of play for our members 9 am - 10 am! -
March 17, 2022 | 10:00 am
Open Late for Play!
Open late for play 10 am - 7 pm! -
March 18, 2022 | 10:00 am
Open for Play!
Open for play 10 am - 4 pm! -
March 19, 2022 | 10:00 am
Open for Play! - Masks Required
Open for play 10 am - 4 pm! -
March 19, 2022 | 2:00 pm
Read Aloud with Effie
The Unsung Heroes of Space and Flight! -
March 20, 2022 | 10:00 am
Open for Play! - Masks Encouraged Day
Open for play 10 am - 4 pm! -
March 23, 2022 | 10:00 am
Open for Play!
Open for play 10 am - 4 pm! -
March 24, 2022 | 9:00 am
Member Hour
Exclusive hour of play for our Museum members 9 am - 10 am! -
March 24, 2022 | 10:00 am
Open Late for Play!
Open late for play 10 am - 7 pm! -
March 25, 2022 | 10:00 am
Open for Play!
Open for play 10 am - 4 pm -
March 26, 2022 | 10:00 am
Open for Play!
Open for play 10 am - 4 pm! -
March 27, 2022 | 10:00 am
Open for Play!
Open for play 10 am - 4 pm! -
March 30, 2022 | 10:00 am
Open for Play!
Open for play 10 am - 4 pm -
March 31, 2022 | 9:00 am
Member Morning
Exclusive hour of play for our Museum members 9 am - 10 am! -
March 31, 2022 | 10:00 am
Open Late for Play!
Open for play 10 am - 7 pm! -
April 1, 2022 | 11:00 am
Tales with Humphry
Humphry reads stories from 11 am to 11:30 am -
April 2, 2022 | 11:00 am
Hands-on History
Immerse yourself in the lifeways of Native Americans in the past and present day. -
April 22, 2022 | 11:00 am
Tales with Humphry
Humphry reads stories from 11 am to 11:30 am -
April 29, 2022 | 11:00 am
Tales with Humphry
Humphry reads stories from 11 am to 12 pm -
May 6, 2022 | 11:00 am
Tales with Humphry
Humphry reads stories from 11 am to 12 pm -
May 13, 2022 | 11:00 am
Tales with Humphry
Humphry reads stories from 11 am to 12:00 pm -
May 30, 2022 | 10:00 am
Memorial Day Special Opening
Open for play 10 am to 2 pm -
June 23, 2022 | 6:00 pm
Playing in the Past
Explore toys of the past! -
June 28, 2022 | 10:30 am
Stories in the Meadow: A Spanish-English Story Time!
New Dates! Starts Tuesday, July 5!