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2013 News

PRESS RELEASE: Catch the Spirit of New York this Summer at CMOM

05/02/13

Experience NYC’s Frenetic Energy Through the Work of Artist Red Grooms, Ride High with the NYPD’s “10-Foot Cops,” and Cool Off in City Splash, CMOM’s Innovative Urban Environmental Center! New York, NY, This summer, make CMOM your family’s first stop in the Big Apple. At CMOM, you’ll see New York City in a variety of ways: Through the eyes of the NYPD and their “10-Foot Cops” mounted unit; the artist Red Grooms&r... more »

PRESS RELEASE: CMOM Announces a New Exhibition of Red Grooms

05/01/13

Works of New York-based Artist Evoke Sight, Sounds and Energy of City Life New York, NY – The Children’s Museum of Manhattan (CMOM) announced today the opening of an exhibition of the works of New York-based artist, Red Grooms. Grooms’ prolific career and work as a painter, sculptor, printmaker, filmmaker and theater designer provides children and families with a view into the artistic process—from inspiration, conception and vision to the act ... more »

10-Foot Cops

04/18/13

Spare Times for Children for April 19-25 By LAUREL GRAEBER The prospect of meeting police officers 10 feet tall might make you think of science-fiction robocops or the alien law enforcers in the “Star Wars” films. But all the officers in the museum show “10-Foot Cops” are fully human; it’s their partners who aren’t. These critical team members, some with evocative names like Alarm, Beacon and Shield, are horses. The polic... more »

PRESS RELEASE: Children’s Museum of Manhattan Opens 10-Foot Cops

01/08/13

Partnering with Hurricane-Damaged NYC Police Museum, CMOM Hosts a Historical Look at New York City’s Mounted Police   New York, NY, The Children’s Museum of Manhattan (CMOM) announced the opening of 10-Foot Cops: The NYPD's Mounted Unit, a glimpse into the history and daily lives of officers from New York City’s Mounted Police Force.  Opening January 26 and running through May 27, the exhibit is on loan from the New York City Police ... more »

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CMOM’s Spring 2012 Benefit was a resounding success.

 

With 350 friends and supporters gathered together—and over $800,000 raised to support CMOM’s vital community outreach program—we could not have imagined a more inspired and heartfelt celebration of our commitment to families, the arts, health and education.. This outpouring of generosity and excitement also resulted in $66,000 raised that evening to provide FREE access to the Museum's educational exhibits for 6,500 Head Start families. This was a great start towards our goal of raising funds to serve 20,000 Head Start families in 2012.

Please check back soon for 2013 event updates!
 

Calendar

Little Artists: Fuzzy Fabric Collage, 10:00am

4 & younger

Use different kinds of fabric to make a textured collage.
Kindergarten Readiness Skills: Exploring texture, developing sensory awareness, creative expression.
 

UMIGO (You-Make-It-Go) Transmedia Games, 11:00am

5 & older

CMOM conducts weekly activities to explore UMIGO, a first-of-its kind transmedia math property which teaches 1st and 2nd grade math skills in a fun and interactive way. UMIGO programs may include music videos, board games, and new digital UMIGO apps.

PlayWorks™ Circle Time, 11:30am

4 & younger

Sing, move your body and use your listening ears to hear special stories.
Kindergarten Readiness Skills: Learn new vocabulary, build listening skills and learn to be part of a group.

Mural Wall Painting, 12:00pm

4 & younger

Mix paint on the PlayWorksTM  Mural Wall.
Kindergarten Readiness Skills: Science Skills (color mixing and cause and effect)

Good Luck Horseshoe, 12:00pm

All ages

12pm - 4:15pm

Decorate a real horse shoe with markers and brightly colored gem stickers. Hang it up for good luck!
 

UMIGO (You-Make-It-Go) Transmedia Games, 12:00pm

5 & older

CMOM conducts weekly activities to explore UMIGO, a first-of-its kind transmedia math property which teaches 1st and 2nd grade math skills in a fun and interactive way. UMIGO programs may include music videos, board games, and new digital UMIGO apps.

10-Foot Cop Galloping Paper Horse , 12:00pm

All ages

12pm – 4:15pm  

Design and decorate a paper horse sculpture with markers, stickers and colorful tape. Use brass fasteners to attach moveable legs and make your horse gallop! What will you name your horse?

Little Artists: Fuzzy Fabric Collage, 1:00pm

4 & younger

Use different kinds of fabric to make a textured collage.
Kindergarten Readiness Skills: Exploring texture, developing sensory awareness, creative expression.
 

Mural Wall Painting, 2:30pm

4 & younger

Mix paint on the PlayWorksTM  Mural Wall.
Kindergarten Readiness Skills: Science Skills (color mixing and cause and effect)

We Lava Volcanoes!, 3:00pm

5 & older

Join us on a scientific adventure learning about volcanoes and the scientists who study them. Watch and create volcanic eruptions and make Fizzy Lava Paintings!

PlayWorks™ Circle Time, 4:00pm

4 & younger

Sing, move your body and use your listening ears to hear special stories.
Kindergarten Readiness Skills: Learn new vocabulary, build listening skills and learn to be part of a group.

We Lava Volcanoes!, 4:00pm

5 & older

Join us on a scientific adventure learning about volcanoes and the scientists who study them. Watch and create volcanic eruptions and make Fizzy Lava Paintings!

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