Events Happening Today

1/14/2012 - 5/05/2012
Clifford Exhibit Opens!
Board the Birdwell Island ferry and journey to the world of Clifford, America's beloved big red dog with a heart to match in a special exhibition, Adventures with Clifford the Big Red Dog!

Inspired by Scholastic Entertainment’s top-rated TV show Clifford The Big Red Dog on PBS KIDS, children can slide down a colossal nine-foot high Clifford; help fill Clifford’s big dog bowl with bones using a conveyor belt; create sand art and find "bone"-ifide treasures at T-Bone’s Beach; "cook" and serve food in Samuel's Fish and Chips Shack; sort mail at the Birdwell Island Post Office, and so much more!

Clifford will make daily appearances in the Museum at 11 & 3pm Tues – Sat; 3pm Sundays (schedule subject to change due to museum events).



All Events Happening On or After Today

2/08/2012
Wonderful Wednesdays
Visit every Wednesday for a day dedicated to children ages birth through 6 years. Participate in special art, music, and literacy programs designed to develop early learning skills.

Children ages 3 and under can enjoy these wonderful programs in our new Tot Trails exhibit.
Wonderful Wednesdays are generously sponsored by:



Wonderful Wednesdays run October through April.



2/11/2012
Valentines for Clifford
Celebrate Valentine’s Day with Clifford! Enjoy Cook and Tell with McCormick, Bubbles the Clown, meet and greet with Clifford the Big Red Dog, performances by the Kindersinger, and a special Valentine’s activity.



2/12/2012
Art A la Cart
Join us for quick and portable art activities designed to encourage children to create artworks and explore different media on the go. 12 pm- 3 pm



2/12/2012
Tot Time
Join us in the Tot Trails exhibit for special programs designed for children ages birth through 3.

Mother Goose on the Loose: 1:30 pm
An award-winning, early literacy program featuring singing, movement, and fingerplays.

Jingle Jangle Music Time: 2:30 pm; 3:30 pm
A lively interactive music experience that teaches infants and young toddlers basic rhythm through singing, clapping, and shaking shakers!



2/15/2012
Tot Time
Join us in the Tot Trails exhibit for special programs designed for children ages birth through 3.

Mother Goose on the Loose:10:30 am
An award-winning, early literacy program featuring singing, movement, and fingerplays.

Jingle Jangle Music Time: 11:30 am; 12:30 pm
A lively interactive music experience that teaches infants and young toddlers basic rhythm through singing, clapping, and shaking shakers!



2/15/2012
Wonderful Wednesdays
Visit every Wednesday for a day dedicated to children ages birth through 6 years. Participate in special art, music, and literacy programs designed to develop early learning skills.

Children ages 3 and under can enjoy these wonderful programs in our new Tot Trails exhibit.

Mother Goose on the Loose, an award-winning story time featuring singing, movement, and fingerplays for infants and toddlers! 10:30 am

Jingle Jangle Music Time,a lively interactive music experience that teaches basic rhythm through singing, clapping, and shaking shakers! 11:30 am and 12:30 pm

Wonderful Wednesdays are generously sponsored by:



Wonderful Wednesdays run October through April.



2/16/2012
Pop Up Science
Pop into our Wonders of Water and R & D DreamLab exhibits and discover the science behind play! Each Pop Up Science session features a simple science demonstration by Scientist Sarah! 1:00 pm (WoW); 1:30 pm (R&D)



2/17/2012
Exploration Station
Explore science with Scientist Sarah. Participate in hands-on activities. 1 pm - 3 pm.



2/17/2012
Pop Up Science
Pop into our 3rd Floor East Gallery and discover the science behind play! Each Pop Up Science session features a simple science demonstration by Scientist Sarah! 11:30 am



2/17/2012
Tot Time
Join us in the Tot Trails exhibit for special programs designed for children ages birth through 3.

Mother Goose on the Loose:10:30 am
An award-winning, early literacy program featuring singing, movement, and fingerplays.

Jingle Jangle Music Time: 11:30 am; 12:30 pm
A lively interactive music experience that teaches infants and young toddlers basic rhythm through singing, clapping, and shaking shakers!



2/17/2012
Target $2 Family Fun Night
General Admission is just $2 per person from 4pm - 7pm.

Tickets must be purchased at the door. Cannot be purchased in advance or combined with any other discounts or coupons.




2/18/2012
Pop Up Science
Pop into our Wonders of Water and R & D DreamLab exhibits and discover the science behind play! Each Pop Up Science session features a simple science demonstration by Scientist Sarah! 11:00 am (WoW); 11:30 am (R&D)



2/18/2012
FutureVet
Join the experts from Banfield Pet Hospital for a one-hour interactive program that introduces children to the exciting world of veterinary medicine! Children will participate in a three part-program and graduate at the end of the program. 1 pm
Space is limited and available on a first come, first- served basis.
FutureVet is generously sponsored by:



2/19/2012
Tot Time
Join us in the Tot Trails exhibit for special programs designed for children ages birth through 3.

Mother Goose on the Loose: 1:30 pm
An award-winning, early literacy program featuring singing, movement, and fingerplays.

Jingle Jangle Music Time: 2:30 pm; 3:30 pm
A lively interactive music experience that teaches infants and young toddlers basic rhythm through singing, clapping, and shaking shakers!



2/19/2012
Art A la Cart
Join us for quick and portable art activities designed to encourage children to create artworks and explore different media on the go. 12:00 pm- 3:00 pm



2/22/2012
Wonderful Wednesdays
Visit every Wednesday for a day dedicated to children ages birth through 6 years. Participate in special art, music, and literacy programs designed to develop early learning skills.

Children ages 3 and under can enjoy these wonderful programs in our new Tot Trails exhibit.
Wonderful Wednesdays are generously sponsored by:



Wonderful Wednesdays run October through April.



2/22/2012
Small Wonders Science Time
Stop by the Nanoexhibit in the 3rd Floor East Gallery for hands-on science activities and experiments based on a variety of themes. 10 am - 12 pm.



2/22/2012
Tot Time
Join us in the Tot Trails exhibit for special programs designed for children ages birth through 3.

Mother Goose on the Loose:10:30 am
An award-winning, early literacy program featuring singing, movement, and fingerplays.

Jingle Jangle Music Time: 11:30 am; 12:30 pm
A lively interactive music experience that teaches infants and young toddlers basic rhythm through singing, clapping, and shaking shakers!



2/23/2012
Pop Up Science
Pop into our Wonders of Water and R & D DreamLab exhibits and discover the science behind play! Each Pop Up Science session features a simple science demonstration by Scientist Sarah! 1 pm (WoW); 1:30 pm (R&D)



2/24/2012
Exploration Station
Recommended for ages 5 years and up
Everyone can be a scientist! Learn about plants, energy, shapes, forces, planets, and more. The sky is the limit at Exploration Station!
1 pm- 3 pm



2/24/2012
Tot Time
Join us in the Tot Trails exhibit for special programs designed for children ages birth through 3.

Mother Goose on the Loose:10:30 am
An award-winning, early literacy program featuring singing, movement, and fingerplays.

Jingle Jangle Music Time: 11:30 pm; 12:30 pm
A lively interactive music experience that teaches infants and young toddlers basic rhythm through singing, clapping, and shaking shakers!



2/24/2012
Pop Up Science
Pop into our Nano exhibit and discover the science behind play! Each Pop Up Science session features a simple science demonstration by Scientist Sarah! 11:30 am



2/25/2012
Wildlife Adventures
Enjoy an educational workshop featuring live animals! 1pm and 2 pm.



2/26/2012
Family Fun Day
Enjoy a fun-filled day for the whole family!
  • Art Ala Carte: 12 pm - 3 pm
  • Drum Circus: 12 pm - 3 pm; 4 pm - 5 pm
  • Mother Goose on the Loose: 12:30 pm
  • Jingle Jangle Musice Time: 1:30 pm; 2:30 pm
  • Kamishibai Story Time: 3:30 pm




2/29/2012
Wonderful Wednesdays
Visit every Wednesday for a day dedicated to children ages birth through 6 years. Participate in special art, music, and literacy programs designed to develop early learning skills.

Join us at 10:30 am for our award-winner winning, Mother Goose on the Loose story time featuring singing, movement, and fingerplays for infants and toddlers!

Wonderful Wednesdays are generously sponsored by:



Wonderful Wednesdays run October through April.



3/01/2012
Pop Up Science
Pop into our Wonders of Water and R & D DreamLab exhibits and discover the science behind play! Each Pop Up Science session features a simple science demonstration by Scientist Sarah! 1 pm (WoW); 1:30 pm (R&D)



3/02/2012
Exploration Station
Recommended for ages 5 years and up
Everyone can be a scientist! Learn about plants, energy, shapes, forces, planets, and more. The sky is the limit at Exploration Station!
1 pm - 3 pm



3/02/2012
Tot Time
Join us in the Tot Trails exhibit for special programs designed for children ages birth through 3.

Mother Goose on the Loose: 10:30 am
An award-winning, early literacy program featuring singing, movement, and fingerplays.

Jingle Jangle Music Time: 11:30 am; 12:30 pm
A lively interactive music experience that teaches infants and young toddlers basic rhythm through singing, clapping, and shaking shakers!



3/02/2012
Pop Up Science
Pop into our Nano exhibit and discover the science behind play! Each Pop Up Science session features a simple science demonstration by Scientist Sarah! 11:30 am



3/02/2012
Celebrate Dr. Seuss’ birthday at Port Discovery!
With classic books including The Cat in the Hat and One Fish, Two Fish, Red Fish, Blue Fish, Dr. Seuss has touched the lives of multiple generations. Join us as we celebrate Dr. Seuss’ birthday!
  • Make your own Dr. Seuss bookmark
  • Enjoy Jingle Jangle Music Time and Mother Goose on the Loose
  • Use teamwork to solve Dr. Seuss puzzles




  • 3/03/2012
    Healthy First Saturday
    Start your month off the healthy way at Port Discovery's community health fair featuring Cook and Tell with McCormick & Company, Inc., FIDOS for Freedom, The Baltimore Health Care Access Healthy Corner and more!
    • UMBC Health Fair
      10 am -1pm
    • Baltimore Health Care Access Health Corner
      10am - 3pm
    • Cook and Tell with McCormick & Company, Inc. featuring: Cinnamon
      12 pm, 1 pm, 2pm
    • Creative Movement
      12 pm, 12:30pm
    • Visit from FIDOs for Freedom
      2pm - 3:30pm
    Cook and Tell is generously sponsored by:




    3/04/2012
    Tot Time
    Join us in the Tot Trails exhibit for special programs designed for children ages birth through 3.

    Mother Goose on the Loose: 10:30 am
    An award-winning, early literacy program featuring singing, movement, and fingerplays.

    Jingle Jangle Music Time: 11:30 am; 12:30 pm
    A lively interactive music experience that teaches infants and young toddlers basic rhythm through singing, clapping, and shaking shakers!



    3/04/2012
    Art A la Cart
    Join us for quick and portable art activities designed to encourage children to create artworks and explore different media on the go. 12:00 pm- 3:00 pm



    3/07/2012
    Small Wonders Science Time
    Stop by the Nano exhibit on the 3rd Floor for hands-on science activities and experiments based on a variety of themes. 10 am - 12 pm.



    3/07/2012
    Tot Time
    Join us in the Tot Trails exhibit for special programs designed for children ages birth through 3.

    Mother Goose on the Loose: 10:30 am
    An award-winning, early literacy program featuring singing, movement, and fingerplays.

    Jingle Jangle Music Time: 11:30 am; 12:30 pm
    A lively interactive music experience that teaches infants and young toddlers basic rhythm through singing, clapping, and shaking shakers!



    3/08/2012
    Pop Up Science
    Pop into our Wonders of Water and R & D DreamLab exhibits and discover the science behind play! Each Pop Up Science session features a simple science demonstration by Scientist Sarah! 1 pm (WoW); 1:30 pm (R&D)



    3/09/2012
    Tot Time
    Join us in the Tot Trails exhibit for special programs designed for children ages birth through 3.

    Mother Goose on the Loose: 10:30 am
    An award-winning, early literacy program featuring singing, movement, and fingerplays.

    Jingle Jangle Music Time: 11:30 am; 12:30 pm
    A lively interactive music experience that teaches infants and young toddlers basic rhythm through singing, clapping, and shaking shakers!



    3/09/2012
    Pop Up Science
    Pop into our Nano exhibit and discover the science behind play! Each Pop Up Science session features a simple science demonstration by Scientist Sarah! 11:30 am



    3/10/2012
    Littles' Day
    Join us for a special Littles Day dedicated to children 5 and under!
    • Moonbounce Fun
      10am - 4:30pm
    • Pets on Wheels
      11 am - 1 pm
    • The Kindersinger - Windy Day Dancing
      1pm and 1:30pm
    Plus, special activities provided by The Goddard School!

    Littles' Day is generously sponsored by:





    3/11/2012
    Tot Time
    Join us in the Tot Trails exhibit for special programs designed for children ages birth through 3.

    Mother Goose on the Loose: 1:30 pm
    An award-winning, early literacy program featuring singing, movement, and fingerplays.

    Jingle Jangle Music Time: 2:30 pm; 3:30 pm
    A lively interactive music experience that teaches infants and young toddlers basic rhythm through singing, clapping, and shaking shakers!



    3/14/2012
    Tot Time
    Join us in the Tot Trails exhibit for special programs designed for children ages birth through 3.

    Mother Goose on the Loose: 10:30 am
    An award-winning, early literacy program featuring singing, movement, and fingerplays.

    Jingle Jangle Music Time: 11:30 am; 12:30 pm
    A lively interactive music experience that teaches infants and young toddlers basic rhythm through singing, clapping, and shaking shakers!



    3/14/2012
    Small Wonders Science Time
    Stop by the Nano exhibit on the 3rd Floor for hands-on science activities and experiments based on a variety of themes. 10 am - 12 pm.



    3/15/2012
    Pop Up Science
    Pop into our Wonders of Water and R & D DreamLab exhibits and discover the science behind play! Each Pop Up Science session features a simple science demonstration by Scientist Sarah! 1 pm (WoW); 1:30 pm (R&D)



    3/16/2012
    Pop Up Science
    Pop into our Nano exhibit and discover the science behind play! Each Pop Up Science session features a simple science demonstration by Scientist Sarah! 11:30 am



    3/16/2012
    Exploration Station
    Recommended for ages 5 years and up
    Everyone can be a scientist! Learn about plants, energy, shapes, forces, planets, and more. The sky is the limit at Exploration Station!
    1 pm- 3 pm



    3/16/2012
    Tot Time
    Join us in the Tot Trails exhibit for special programs designed for children ages birth through 3.

    Mother Goose on the Loose:10:30 am
    An award-winning, early literacy program featuring singing, movement, and fingerplays.

    Jingle Jangle Rhyme Time: 11:30 am; 12:30 pm
    A lively interactive music experience that teaches infants and young toddlers basic rhythm through singing, clapping, and shaking shakers!



    3/16/2012
    Target $2 Family Fun Night
    General Admission is just $2 per person from 4pm - 7pm.

    Tickets must be purchased at the door. Cannot be purchased in advance or combined with any other discounts or coupons.




    3/17/2012
    FutureVet
    Join the experts from Banfield Pet Hospital for a one-hour interactive program that introduces children to the exciting world of veterinary medicine! Children will participate in a three part-program and graduate at the end of the program. 1 pm
    Space is limited and available on a first come, first- served basis.
    FutureVet is generously sponsored by:



    3/17/2012
    Circus Fun with Clifford!
    Enjoy a day of big top fun with everyone's favorite big red dog, Clifford! Join us for performances by CoMMotion and Bubbles the Clown, a magic show, spin art and so much more!



    3/18/2012
    Tot Time
    Join us in the Tot Trails exhibit for special programs designed for children ages birth through 3.

    Mother Goose on the Loose: 1:30 pm
    An award-winning, early literacy program featuring singing, movement, and fingerplays.

    Jingle Jangle Music Time: 2:30 pm; 3:30 pm
    A lively interactive music experience that teaches infants and young toddlers basic rhythm through singing, clapping, and shaking shakers!



    3/21/2012
    Tot Time
    Join us in the Tot Trails exhibit for special programs designed for children ages birth through 3.

    Mother Goose on the Loose: 10:30 am
    An award-winning, early literacy program featuring singing, movement, and fingerplays.

    Jingle Jangle Music Time: 11:30 am; 12:30 pm
    A lively interactive music experience that teaches infants and young toddlers basic rhythm through singing, clapping, and shaking shakers!



    3/22/2012
    Pop Up Science
    Pop into our Wonders of Water and R & D DreamLab exhibits and discover the science behind play! Each Pop Up Science session features a simple science demonstration by Scientist Sarah! 1 pm (WoW); 1:30 pm (R&D)



    3/23/2012
    Pop Up Science
    Pop into our Nano exhibit and discover the science behind play! Each Pop Up Science session features a simple science demonstration by Scientist Sarah! 11:30 am



    3/23/2012
    Exploration Station
    Recommended for ages 5 years and up
    Everyone can be a scientist! Learn about plants, energy, shapes, forces, planets, and more. The sky is the limit at Exploration Station!
    1 pm- 3 pm



    3/23/2012
    Tot Time
    Join us in the Tot Trails exhibit for special programs designed for children ages birth through 3.

    Mother Goose on the Loose: 10:30 am
    An award-winning, early literacy program featuring singing, movement, and fingerplays.

    Jingle Jangle Rhyme Time: 11:30 am; 12:30 pm
    A lively interactive music experience that teaches infants and young toddlers basic rhythm through singing, clapping, and shaking shakers!



    3/24/2012
    Pop Up Science
    Pop into our Wonders of Water and R & D DreamLab exhibits and discover the science behind play! Each Pop Up Science session features a simple science demonstration by Scientist Sarah! 11:00 am (WoW); 11:30 am (R&D)



    3/25/2012
    Tot Time
    Join us in the Tot Trails exhibit for special programs designed for children ages birth through 3.

    Mother Goose on the Loose:1:30 pm
    An award-winning, early literacy program featuring singing, movement, and fingerplays.

    Jingle Jangle Music Time: 2:30 pm; 3:30 pm
    A lively interactive music experience that teaches infants and young toddlers basic rhythm through singing, clapping, and shaking shakers!



    3/28/2012
    Tot Time
    Join us in the Tot Trails exhibit for special programs designed for children ages birth through 3.

    Mother Goose on the Loose: 10:30 am
    An award-winning, early literacy program featuring singing, movement, and fingerplays.

    Jingle Jangle Music Time: 11:30 am; 12:30 pm
    A lively interactive music experience that teaches infants and young toddlers basic rhythm through singing, clapping, and shaking shakers!



    3/28/2012
    Small Wonders Science Time
    Stop by the Nano exhibit on the 3rd Floor for hands-on science activities and experiments based on a variety of themes. 10 am - 12 pm.



    3/29/2012
    Pop Up Science
    Pop into our Wonders of Water and R & D DreamLab exhibits and discover the science behind play! Each Pop Up Science session features a simple science demonstration by Scientist Sarah! 1 pm (WoW); 1:30 pm (R&D)



    4/03/2012
    STEM in Spring
    Spend your Spring Break learning through play with our STEM in Spring festivities!
    • Howard University Nano Express: 10 am- 3 pm
    • Pop Up Science: 11 am ; 12 pm
    • Exploring The Science of Theramins: 10 am - 2 pm




    4/04/2012
    STEM in Spring
    Spend your Spring Break learning through play with our STEM in Spring festivities!
      • National Wildlife Federation: 10 am- 2 pm
      • Exporing the Science of Theremins: 10 am - 12 pm
      • Mother Goose on The Loose: 10:30 am
      • Butterfly Diffusion: 11 am - 1 pm
      • Pop Up Science: 11 am; 12 pm
      • Jingle Jangle Music Time: 11:30 am; 12:30 pm
      • Kamishibai: 12:30 pm
      • The Science of Magic: 1 pm ; 1:30 pm; 2 pm
      • Small Wonders Science Time: 1:30 pm



    4/05/2012
    STEM in Spring
    Spend your Spring Break learning through play with our STEM in Spring festivities!
    • Pop Up Science: 11 am; 11:30 am; 12 pm
    • Butterfly Diffusion: 11 am
    • Exploration Station: 1:30 pm-4 pm
    • Creatures of The Night: 10 am; 11 am; 12 pm




    4/06/2012
    STEM in Spring
    Spend your Spring Break learning through play with our STEM in Spring festivities!
    • National Wildlife Federation: 10 am -2 pm
    • Creatures of The Night: 10 am; 11 am; 12 pm
    • Mother Goose on the Loose: 10:30 am
    • Pop Up Science: 11:30 am
    • Jingle Jangle Music Time: 11:30; 12:30 pm
    • Kamishibai: 12:30 pm
    • The Science of Magic: 1 pm; 1:30 pm; 2 pm
    • Make your own Sound Sandwich: 1 pm - 4 pm
    • Make Your Own Quicksand: 1 pm; 1:30 pm; 2 pm; 2:30 pm; 3 pm




    4/11/2012
    Small Wonders Science Time
    Stop by the Nano exhibit on the 3rd Floor for hands-on science activities and experiments based on a variety of themes. 10 am - 12 pm.



    4/14/2012
    Pop Up Science
    Pop into our Wonders of Water and R & D DreamLab exhibits and discover the science behind play! Each Pop Up Science session features a simple science demonstration by Scientist Sarah! 11 am (WoW); 11:30 am (R&D)



    4/15/2012
    Tot Time
    Join us in the Tot Trails exhibit for special programs designed for children ages birth through 3.

    Mother Goose on the Loose: 1:30 pm
    An award-winning, early literacy program featuring singing, movement, and fingerplays.

    Jingle Jangle Music Time: 2:30 pm; 3:30 pm
    A lively interactive music experience that teaches infants and young toddlers basic rhythm through singing, clapping, and shaking shakers!



    4/20/2012
    Target $2 Family Fun Night
    General Admission is just $2 per person from 4pm - 7pm.

    Tickets must be purchased at the door. Tickets cannot be purchased in advance and cannot be combined with any other discounts or coupons.




    4/21/2012
    FutureVet
    Join the experts from Banfield Pet Hospital for a one-hour interactive program that introduces children to the exciting world of veterinary medicine! Children will participate in a three part-program and graduate at the end of the program. 2 pm
    Space is limited and available on a first come, first- served basis.
    FutureVet is generously sponsored by:



    5/18/2012
    Target $2 Family Fun Night
    General Admission is just $2 per person from 4pm - 7pm.

    Tickets must be purchased at the door. Tickets cannot be purchased in advance and cannot be combined with any other discounts or coupons.




    5/19/2012
    FutureVet
    Join the experts from Banfield Pet Hospital for a one-hour interactive program that introduces children to the exciting world of veterinary medicine! Children will participate in a three part-program and graduate at the end of the program. 1 pm
    Space is limited and available on a first come, first- served basis.
    FutureVet is generously sponsored by:





    Wonders of Water