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X-WR-CALNAME:CalDiscovery - richmond-va BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Framed: Step Into Art DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260120 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260121 DTSTAMP:20260730T045646Z UID:10011347-1768867200-1788739199@www.childrensmuseumofrichmond.org CATEGORIES:arts DESCRIPTION:Step inside the framework of famous paintings and experience a rt like never before in “Framed: Step into Art™\,” opening at the Ch ildren’s Museum of Richmond’s Downtown location on Tuesday\, January 2 0\, 2026 and closing on September 6\, 2026! \nAvailable only at the Downto wn location. \nView the exhibit page to learn more! \n  \nTHANK YOU TO OU R SPONSORS:\n\nOngoing through September 6\, 2026. LAST-MODIFIED:20260730T045646Z LOCATION:Downtown Location\, 2626 West Broad St.\, Richmond\, VA\, 23220\, United States URL:https://www.childrensmuseumofrichmond.org/events/framed-step-into-art/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Children's Museum of Richmond X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.childrensmuseumofrichmond.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:VCU Living Lab Research Demos - Downtown DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260908 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260909 DTSTAMP:20260904T130650Z UID:10011859-1788825600-1788911999@www.childrensmuseumofrichmond.org CATEGORIES:education DESCRIPTION:VCU psychology students\, under the guidance of Dr. Marcia Win ter\, conduct research demonstrations on the museum floor\, sharing insi ghts from studies done through the National Living Lab network. Later in t he semester\, students will also conduct a live research study on childr en’s pre-writing skills with families who provide consent\, coordinated by Dr. Virginia Chu from VCU’s Department of Occupational Therapy. \nVis itors are welcome to stop by to observe the demonstrations and learn about the research process and\, if interested\, participate in a one-on-one l ive study. \nPlease note: This is not a general museum activity. Particip ation in the live study is one-on-one and limited to one family at a time. Visitors are welcome to stop by to observe the demonstrations and learn a bout the research process. \nDates and Times:\n\nTuesdays:\n\n9:30am – 1 1:30am\n\n\n\n\nWednesdays:\n\n9:30am – 11:30am\n11:30am – 1:30pm\n1:3 0pm – 3:30pm\n\n\n\n\nThursdays:\n\n12:00pm – 2:00pm\n\n\n\n\n\n\nNot happening on: \n\nTuesday\, November 3\nNovember 23 – 29 LAST-MODIFIED:20260904T130650Z LOCATION:Downtown Location\, 2626 West Broad St.\, Richmond\, VA\, 23220\, United States URL:https://www.childrensmuseumofrichmond.org/events/vcu-living-lab-resear ch-demos-downtown/2026-09-08/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Children's Museum of Richmond X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.childrensmuseumofrichmond.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Tutus & Ties - Downtown DTSTART:20260908T180000Z DTEND:20260908T183000Z DTSTAMP:20260901T070241Z UID:10011605-1788876000-1788877800@www.childrensmuseumofrichmond.org CATEGORIES:family DESCRIPTION:Movement and play are good for children’s bodies and brains. In fact\, movement can help increase memory\, perception\, language compr ehension\, attention\, emotional understanding\, and decision making! \n\n \n\nJoin us from 2-2:30 pm in the Downtown Playhouse for Tutus and Ties Tu esdays\, where we’ll dress up and move\, move\, move!\nThis event is fre e with Museum admission. LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T070241Z LOCATION:Downtown Location\, 2626 West Broad St.\, Richmond\, VA\, 23220\, United States URL:https://www.childrensmuseumofrichmond.org/events/tutus-ties-downtown-5 /2026-09-08/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Children's Museum of Richmond X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.childrensmuseumofrichmond.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Process Art Adventures - Chesterfield DTSTART:20260908T191500Z DTEND:20260908T201500Z DTSTAMP:20260901T070241Z UID:10011384-1788880500-1788884100@www.childrensmuseumofrichmond.org CATEGORIES:arts,education DESCRIPTION:Embark on an art adventure and explore the creative process of making! Focused on school readiness skills\, this weekly series of art-ma king sessions playfully explores art processes and encourages learning thr ough artistic play. \nFree with museum admission! \n\nChesterfield: Every Tuesday from 3:15 – 4:15pm\nDowntown: Every Thursday from 3:15 – 4:15p m LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T070241Z LOCATION:Chesterfield Location\, 6629 Lake Harbour Dr.\, Midlothian\, VA\, 23112\, United States URL:https://www.childrensmuseumofrichmond.org/events/process-art-adventure s-chesterfield/2026-09-08/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Children's Museum of Richmond X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.childrensmuseumofrichmond.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Baby Artsplay!™ - Downtown DTSTART:20260908T193000Z DTEND:20260908T203000Z DTSTAMP:20260901T070241Z UID:10011819-1788881400-1788885000@www.childrensmuseumofrichmond.org CATEGORIES:arts,family DESCRIPTION:Baby Artsplay!™ is back at CMoR! \nClasses at CMoR will be “drop-in style!” What does that mean? Simply join us on the 2nd Tuesda y of the month @ 3:30PM. \nBaby Artsplay!™ is a FREE program through Gre ater Richmond Wolf Trap offering children ages 3-36 months\, along with th eir parents and caregivers\, the opportunity to learn strategies for incor porating singing\, dancing\, drama\, and other multi-sensory activities in to their daily routine to increase engagement and support learning. \nBaby Artsplay!™ is a program of Richmond Performing Arts Alliance. To learn more\, click here: https://rpaalliance.com/baby-artsplay/ \nNo pre-registr ation necessary. Space is limited and admission to the class is limited to 15 children and their caregivers. LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T070241Z LOCATION:Downtown Location\, 2626 West Broad St.\, Richmond\, VA\, 23220\, United States URL:https://www.childrensmuseumofrichmond.org/events/baby-artsplay-downtow n-4-2/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Children's Museum of Richmond X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.childrensmuseumofrichmond.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:VCU Living Lab Research Demos - Downtown DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260909 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260910 DTSTAMP:20260904T130650Z UID:10011860-1788912000-1788998399@www.childrensmuseumofrichmond.org CATEGORIES:education DESCRIPTION:VCU psychology students\, under the guidance of Dr. Marcia Win ter\, conduct research demonstrations on the museum floor\, sharing insi ghts from studies done through the National Living Lab network. Later in t he semester\, students will also conduct a live research study on childr en’s pre-writing skills with families who provide consent\, coordinated by Dr. Virginia Chu from VCU’s Department of Occupational Therapy. \nVis itors are welcome to stop by to observe the demonstrations and learn about the research process and\, if interested\, participate in a one-on-one l ive study. \nPlease note: This is not a general museum activity. Particip ation in the live study is one-on-one and limited to one family at a time. Visitors are welcome to stop by to observe the demonstrations and learn a bout the research process. \nDates and Times:\n\nTuesdays:\n\n9:30am – 1 1:30am\n\n\n\n\nWednesdays:\n\n9:30am – 11:30am\n11:30am – 1:30pm\n1:3 0pm – 3:30pm\n\n\n\n\nThursdays:\n\n12:00pm – 2:00pm\n\n\n\n\n\n\nNot happening on: \n\nTuesday\, November 3\nNovember 23 – 29 LAST-MODIFIED:20260904T130650Z LOCATION:Downtown Location\, 2626 West Broad St.\, Richmond\, VA\, 23220\, United States URL:https://www.childrensmuseumofrichmond.org/events/vcu-living-lab-resear ch-demos-downtown/2026-09-09/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Children's Museum of Richmond X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.childrensmuseumofrichmond.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Wonder-FULL Wednesdays - Toddler Program - Downtown DTSTART:20260909T141500Z DTEND:20260909T144500Z DTSTAMP:20260901T070241Z UID:10011701-1788948900-1788950700@www.childrensmuseumofrichmond.org CATEGORIES:family DESCRIPTION:Join us this Wednesday from 10:15am to 10:45am for a toddler a nd caregiver program wonder-FULL of strategies to incorporate nursery rhym es and sensory experiences into every-day life.  This program is sure to and engage and support both caregiver AND child! \nFree with admission \nT here must be at least one adult in the room at all times with each family group. \nAges 3 and under – highly encouraged. LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T070241Z LOCATION:Downtown Location\, 2626 West Broad St.\, Richmond\, VA\, 23220\, United States URL:https://www.childrensmuseumofrichmond.org/events/wonder-full-wednesday s-toddler-program-downtown-2/2026-09-09/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Children's Museum of Richmond X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.childrensmuseumofrichmond.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Reign Dance Project: Stories in Motion - Chesterfield DTSTART:20260909T173000Z DTEND:20260909T180000Z DTSTAMP:20260901T070241Z UID:10011852-1788960600-1788962400@www.childrensmuseumofrichmond.org CATEGORIES:dance DESCRIPTION:Join Reign Dance Project for Stories in Motion! \nStories in M otion is a program that mixes literary and dance-based movement to help ch ildren learn to connect with stories by moving their bodies! During this 3 0-minute class\, kids will work on skills that develop language\, gross an d fine motor movements\, and practice following one and two step direction s. \nThis class is designed to be unique to CMoR and was created with all kids in mind! We can’t wait to move with you! LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T070241Z URL:https://www.childrensmuseumofrichmond.org/events/reign-dance-project-s tories-in-motion-chesterfield/2026-09-09/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Children's Museum of Richmond X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.childrensmuseumofrichmond.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Baby Artsplay!™ - Chesterfield DTSTART:20260909T200000Z DTEND:20260909T210000Z DTSTAMP:20260901T070241Z UID:10011828-1788969600-1788973200@www.childrensmuseumofrichmond.org CATEGORIES:arts,family DESCRIPTION:Baby Artsplay!™ is back at CMoR! \nClasses at CMoR will be “drop-in style!” What does that mean? Simply join us on the 2nd Wednes day of the month @ 4:00PM. \nBaby Artsplay!™ is a FREE program through G reater Richmond Wolf Trap offering children ages 3-36 months\, along with their parents and caregivers\, the opportunity to learn strategies for inc orporating singing\, dancing\, drama\, and other multi-sensory activities into their daily routine to increase engagement and support learning. \nBa by Artsplay!™ is a program of Richmond Performing Arts Alliance. To lear n more\, click here: https://rpaalliance.com/baby-artsplay/ \nNo pre-regis tration necessary. Space is limited and admission to the class is limited to 15 children and their caregivers. LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T070241Z LOCATION:Chesterfield Location\, 6629 Lake Harbour Dr.\, Midlothian\, VA\, 23112\, United States URL:https://www.childrensmuseumofrichmond.org/events/baby-artsplay-chester field-2/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Children's Museum of Richmond X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.childrensmuseumofrichmond.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:VCU Living Lab Research Demos - Downtown DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260910 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260911 DTSTAMP:20260904T130650Z UID:10011861-1788998400-1789084799@www.childrensmuseumofrichmond.org CATEGORIES:education DESCRIPTION:VCU psychology students\, under the guidance of Dr. Marcia Win ter\, conduct research demonstrations on the museum floor\, sharing insi ghts from studies done through the National Living Lab network. Later in t he semester\, students will also conduct a live research study on childr en’s pre-writing skills with families who provide consent\, coordinated by Dr. Virginia Chu from VCU’s Department of Occupational Therapy. \nVis itors are welcome to stop by to observe the demonstrations and learn about the research process and\, if interested\, participate in a one-on-one l ive study. \nPlease note: This is not a general museum activity. Particip ation in the live study is one-on-one and limited to one family at a time. Visitors are welcome to stop by to observe the demonstrations and learn a bout the research process. \nDates and Times:\n\nTuesdays:\n\n9:30am – 1 1:30am\n\n\n\n\nWednesdays:\n\n9:30am – 11:30am\n11:30am – 1:30pm\n1:3 0pm – 3:30pm\n\n\n\n\nThursdays:\n\n12:00pm – 2:00pm\n\n\n\n\n\n\nNot happening on: \n\nTuesday\, November 3\nNovember 23 – 29 LAST-MODIFIED:20260904T130650Z LOCATION:Downtown Location\, 2626 West Broad St.\, Richmond\, VA\, 23220\, United States URL:https://www.childrensmuseumofrichmond.org/events/vcu-living-lab-resear ch-demos-downtown/2026-09-10/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Children's Museum of Richmond X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.childrensmuseumofrichmond.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Process Art Adventures - Downtown DTSTART:20260910T191500Z DTEND:20260910T201500Z DTSTAMP:20260901T070241Z UID:10011435-1789053300-1789056900@www.childrensmuseumofrichmond.org CATEGORIES:arts,education DESCRIPTION:Embark on an art adventure and explore the creative process of making! Focused on school readiness skills\, this weekly series of art-ma king sessions playfully explores art processes and encourages learning thr ough artistic play. \nFree with museum admission! \n\nChesterfield: Every Tuesday from 3:15 – 4:15pm\nDowntown: Every Thursday from 3:15 – 4:15p m LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T070241Z LOCATION:Downtown Location\, 2626 West Broad St.\, Richmond\, VA\, 23220\, United States URL:https://www.childrensmuseumofrichmond.org/events/process-art-adventure s-downtown/2026-09-10/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Children's Museum of Richmond X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.childrensmuseumofrichmond.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Meet the Artists Day: Featuring Courtney Lebow\, 2026 Creative-in- Residence DTSTART:20260912T170000Z DTEND:20260912T190000Z DTSTAMP:20260901T190430Z UID:10011816-1789218000-1789225200@www.childrensmuseumofrichmond.org CATEGORIES:arts DESCRIPTION:Join us as we unveil “Light That Reflects on My Crown\,” a vibrant new mural by our 2026 Creative-in-Residence\, Courtney Lebow! Ove r the past several months\, Courtney has collaborated with children and fa milies at the Chesterfield Museum to transform a large wall into a joyful celebration of swirling colors\, crowns\, and sparkles. \nThe mural celebr ates the idea that every child is inherently worthy\, radiant\, and deserv ing of a crown. Through repeated yet unique crown designs\, the artwork re flects each child’s individuality while reinforcing a shared sense of va lue\, joy\, and belonging. \nThe afternoon will begin at 1 pm with a brief welcome and an opportunity to hear directly from Courtney about her inspi ration\, creative process\, and collaboration with Museum visitors. Afterw ard\, explore the Museum as additional local artists lead hands-on art exp eriences and invite children and families to try different mediums. \nWhet her you’re an art enthusiast\, a family looking for a creative afternoon \, or you’ve been following Courtney’s mural as it came to life\, we h ope you’ll join us for this special celebration of imagination and artis tic expression! \nWe’ll be joined by the following artists: \n\nMaddy Mi ller — bracelet making\nGrace Smith — sock puppets creations\nAd Leste r — wand activity\nTaylor Freeman — picture frame decorating activity\ nAnd more (details coming soon)!\n\nEvent and Art Activities included with museum admission. LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T190430Z LOCATION:Chesterfield Location\, 6629 Lake Harbour Dr.\, Midlothian\, VA\, 23112\, United States URL:https://www.childrensmuseumofrichmond.org/events/meet-the-artists-day- featuring-courtney-lebow-2026-creative-in-residence/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Children's Museum of Richmond X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.childrensmuseumofrichmond.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:VCU Living Lab Research Demos - Downtown DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260915 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260916 DTSTAMP:20260904T130650Z UID:10011862-1789430400-1789516799@www.childrensmuseumofrichmond.org CATEGORIES:education DESCRIPTION:VCU psychology students\, under the guidance of Dr. Marcia Win ter\, conduct research demonstrations on the museum floor\, sharing insi ghts from studies done through the National Living Lab network. Later in t he semester\, students will also conduct a live research study on childr en’s pre-writing skills with families who provide consent\, coordinated by Dr. Virginia Chu from VCU’s Department of Occupational Therapy. \nVis itors are welcome to stop by to observe the demonstrations and learn about the research process and\, if interested\, participate in a one-on-one l ive study. \nPlease note: This is not a general museum activity. Particip ation in the live study is one-on-one and limited to one family at a time. Visitors are welcome to stop by to observe the demonstrations and learn a bout the research process. \nDates and Times:\n\nTuesdays:\n\n9:30am – 1 1:30am\n\n\n\n\nWednesdays:\n\n9:30am – 11:30am\n11:30am – 1:30pm\n1:3 0pm – 3:30pm\n\n\n\n\nThursdays:\n\n12:00pm – 2:00pm\n\n\n\n\n\n\nNot happening on: \n\nTuesday\, November 3\nNovember 23 – 29 LAST-MODIFIED:20260904T130650Z LOCATION:Downtown Location\, 2626 West Broad St.\, Richmond\, VA\, 23220\, United States URL:https://www.childrensmuseumofrichmond.org/events/vcu-living-lab-resear ch-demos-downtown/2026-09-15/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Children's Museum of Richmond X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.childrensmuseumofrichmond.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Tutus & Ties - Downtown DTSTART:20260915T180000Z DTEND:20260915T183000Z DTSTAMP:20260901T070241Z UID:10011606-1789480800-1789482600@www.childrensmuseumofrichmond.org CATEGORIES:family DESCRIPTION:Movement and play are good for children’s bodies and brains. In fact\, movement can help increase memory\, perception\, language compr ehension\, attention\, emotional understanding\, and decision making! \n\n \n\nJoin us from 2-2:30 pm in the Downtown Playhouse for Tutus and Ties Tu esdays\, where we’ll dress up and move\, move\, move!\nThis event is fre e with Museum admission. LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T070241Z LOCATION:Downtown Location\, 2626 West Broad St.\, Richmond\, VA\, 23220\, United States URL:https://www.childrensmuseumofrichmond.org/events/tutus-ties-downtown-5 /2026-09-15/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Children's Museum of Richmond X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.childrensmuseumofrichmond.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Process Art Adventures - Chesterfield DTSTART:20260915T191500Z DTEND:20260915T201500Z DTSTAMP:20260901T070241Z UID:10011385-1789485300-1789488900@www.childrensmuseumofrichmond.org CATEGORIES:arts,education DESCRIPTION:Embark on an art adventure and explore the creative process of making! Focused on school readiness skills\, this weekly series of art-ma king sessions playfully explores art processes and encourages learning thr ough artistic play. \nFree with museum admission! \n\nChesterfield: Every Tuesday from 3:15 – 4:15pm\nDowntown: Every Thursday from 3:15 – 4:15p m LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T070241Z LOCATION:Chesterfield Location\, 6629 Lake Harbour Dr.\, Midlothian\, VA\, 23112\, United States URL:https://www.childrensmuseumofrichmond.org/events/process-art-adventure s-chesterfield/2026-09-15/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Children's Museum of Richmond X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.childrensmuseumofrichmond.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:VCU Living Lab Research Demos - Downtown DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260916 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260917 DTSTAMP:20260904T130650Z UID:10011863-1789516800-1789603199@www.childrensmuseumofrichmond.org CATEGORIES:education DESCRIPTION:VCU psychology students\, under the guidance of Dr. Marcia Win ter\, conduct research demonstrations on the museum floor\, sharing insi ghts from studies done through the National Living Lab network. Later in t he semester\, students will also conduct a live research study on childr en’s pre-writing skills with families who provide consent\, coordinated by Dr. Virginia Chu from VCU’s Department of Occupational Therapy. \nVis itors are welcome to stop by to observe the demonstrations and learn about the research process and\, if interested\, participate in a one-on-one l ive study. \nPlease note: This is not a general museum activity. Particip ation in the live study is one-on-one and limited to one family at a time. Visitors are welcome to stop by to observe the demonstrations and learn a bout the research process. \nDates and Times:\n\nTuesdays:\n\n9:30am – 1 1:30am\n\n\n\n\nWednesdays:\n\n9:30am – 11:30am\n11:30am – 1:30pm\n1:3 0pm – 3:30pm\n\n\n\n\nThursdays:\n\n12:00pm – 2:00pm\n\n\n\n\n\n\nNot happening on: \n\nTuesday\, November 3\nNovember 23 – 29 LAST-MODIFIED:20260904T130650Z LOCATION:Downtown Location\, 2626 West Broad St.\, Richmond\, VA\, 23220\, United States URL:https://www.childrensmuseumofrichmond.org/events/vcu-living-lab-resear ch-demos-downtown/2026-09-16/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Children's Museum of Richmond X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.childrensmuseumofrichmond.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Wonder-FULL Wednesdays - Toddler Program - Downtown DTSTART:20260916T141500Z DTEND:20260916T144500Z DTSTAMP:20260901T070241Z UID:10011702-1789553700-1789555500@www.childrensmuseumofrichmond.org CATEGORIES:family DESCRIPTION:Join us this Wednesday from 10:15am to 10:45am for a toddler a nd caregiver program wonder-FULL of strategies to incorporate nursery rhym es and sensory experiences into every-day life.  This program is sure to and engage and support both caregiver AND child! \nFree with admission \nT here must be at least one adult in the room at all times with each family group. \nAges 3 and under – highly encouraged. LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T070241Z LOCATION:Downtown Location\, 2626 West Broad St.\, Richmond\, VA\, 23220\, United States URL:https://www.childrensmuseumofrichmond.org/events/wonder-full-wednesday s-toddler-program-downtown-2/2026-09-16/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Children's Museum of Richmond X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.childrensmuseumofrichmond.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:VCU Living Lab Research Demos - Downtown DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260917 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260918 DTSTAMP:20260904T130650Z UID:10011864-1789603200-1789689599@www.childrensmuseumofrichmond.org CATEGORIES:education DESCRIPTION:VCU psychology students\, under the guidance of Dr. Marcia Win ter\, conduct research demonstrations on the museum floor\, sharing insi ghts from studies done through the National Living Lab network. Later in t he semester\, students will also conduct a live research study on childr en’s pre-writing skills with families who provide consent\, coordinated by Dr. Virginia Chu from VCU’s Department of Occupational Therapy. \nVis itors are welcome to stop by to observe the demonstrations and learn about the research process and\, if interested\, participate in a one-on-one l ive study. \nPlease note: This is not a general museum activity. Particip ation in the live study is one-on-one and limited to one family at a time. Visitors are welcome to stop by to observe the demonstrations and learn a bout the research process. \nDates and Times:\n\nTuesdays:\n\n9:30am – 1 1:30am\n\n\n\n\nWednesdays:\n\n9:30am – 11:30am\n11:30am – 1:30pm\n1:3 0pm – 3:30pm\n\n\n\n\nThursdays:\n\n12:00pm – 2:00pm\n\n\n\n\n\n\nNot happening on: \n\nTuesday\, November 3\nNovember 23 – 29 LAST-MODIFIED:20260904T130650Z LOCATION:Downtown Location\, 2626 West Broad St.\, Richmond\, VA\, 23220\, United States URL:https://www.childrensmuseumofrichmond.org/events/vcu-living-lab-resear ch-demos-downtown/2026-09-17/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Children's Museum of Richmond X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.childrensmuseumofrichmond.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Process Art Adventures - Downtown DTSTART:20260917T191500Z DTEND:20260917T201500Z DTSTAMP:20260901T070241Z UID:10011436-1789658100-1789661700@www.childrensmuseumofrichmond.org CATEGORIES:arts,education DESCRIPTION:Embark on an art adventure and explore the creative process of making! Focused on school readiness skills\, this weekly series of art-ma king sessions playfully explores art processes and encourages learning thr ough artistic play. \nFree with museum admission! \n\nChesterfield: Every Tuesday from 3:15 – 4:15pm\nDowntown: Every Thursday from 3:15 – 4:15p m LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T070241Z LOCATION:Downtown Location\, 2626 West Broad St.\, Richmond\, VA\, 23220\, United States URL:https://www.childrensmuseumofrichmond.org/events/process-art-adventure s-downtown/2026-09-17/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Children's Museum of Richmond X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.childrensmuseumofrichmond.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:CultureFest with Cultural Encounters – Chesterfield DTSTART:20260918T193000Z DTEND:20260918T200000Z DTSTAMP:20260901T070241Z UID:10008790-1789745400-1789747200@www.childrensmuseumofrichmond.org CATEGORIES:community,family,festival DESCRIPTION:Join us for CultureFest\, where each month we celebrate a new culture with exciting activities!\n\nWhat to Expect\nImmerse yourself in the vibrant traditions and experience a special performance through an eng aging cultural presentation. It’s a fun and educational way to explore a different culture.\n\nWho’s It For?\nIdeal for families and children o f all ages.\n\nCost\nFree with Museum admission.\n \nAdditional Informati on\nNo pre-registration is required for this program. Please arrive early to ensure your spot! This event is held in partnership with Culture Encoun ters. LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T070241Z LOCATION:Chesterfield Location\, 6629 Lake Harbour Dr.\, Midlothian\, VA\, 23112\, United States URL:https://www.childrensmuseumofrichmond.org/events/culturefest-with-cult ural-encounters-chesterfield-2-11/2026-09-18/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Children's Museum of Richmond X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.childrensmuseumofrichmond.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Sensory Friendly Nights - Downtown DTSTART:20260918T210000Z DTEND:20260918T230000Z DTSTAMP:20260901T070241Z UID:10011666-1789750800-1789758000@www.childrensmuseumofrichmond.org CATEGORIES:arts,family DESCRIPTION:The Children’s Museum is excited to host a FREE night for fa milies with children with disabilities on the third Friday of each month f rom 5:00-7:00 pm. \nFamilies can check-in at the front desk upon arrival. \nA cool down room will be available and sensory supports provided. We can ’t wait to play with you! \nSensory Friendly Nights are sponsored by: LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T070241Z LOCATION:Downtown Location\, 2626 West Broad St.\, Richmond\, VA\, 23220\, United States URL:https://www.childrensmuseumofrichmond.org/events/sensory-friendly-nigh ts-downtown-2026/2026-09-18/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Children's Museum of Richmond X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.childrensmuseumofrichmond.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Jordian and his Accordian - Downtown DTSTART:20260920T150000Z DTEND:20260920T153000Z DTSTAMP:20260905T010521Z UID:10011858-1789902000-1789903800@www.childrensmuseumofrichmond.org CATEGORIES:family,music DESCRIPTION:Join “Jordian and his Accordian\,” visiting us from Santa Fe\, New Mexico\, for participatory songs for kids and families that celeb rate New Mexico’s language diversity and regional folk music traditions through fun! With accordion\, guitar\, and harmonica Jordan will share som e of his favorite kids songs in Spanish\, English\, Yiddish\, and their co mbinations\, both traditional and newly imagined. Take a look at Jordan’ s website to learn more: www.jordanwax.com \nCheck out these videos: \n\nL a Mantequilla: https://youtu.be/GjAh2mt7XFo?si=QEUw9umHIjSCkXwm\nIf I Wer e to Be Like Somebody Else\, Who Would That Leave to Be Me?: https://www. youtube.com/watch?v=n86XPraO9KE\n\nFree with museum admission. No registra tion required. This will be taking place in the Clock Room! \nPresented by JAMinc and Yiddish RVA: LAST-MODIFIED:20260905T010521Z LOCATION:Downtown Location\, 2626 West Broad St.\, Richmond\, VA\, 23220\, United States URL:https://www.childrensmuseumofrichmond.org/events/jordian-and-his-accor dian-downtown/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Children's Museum of Richmond X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.childrensmuseumofrichmond.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:VCU Living Lab Research Demos - Downtown DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260922 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260923 DTSTAMP:20260904T130650Z UID:10011865-1790035200-1790121599@www.childrensmuseumofrichmond.org CATEGORIES:education DESCRIPTION:VCU psychology students\, under the guidance of Dr. Marcia Win ter\, conduct research demonstrations on the museum floor\, sharing insi ghts from studies done through the National Living Lab network. Later in t he semester\, students will also conduct a live research study on childr en’s pre-writing skills with families who provide consent\, coordinated by Dr. Virginia Chu from VCU’s Department of Occupational Therapy. \nVis itors are welcome to stop by to observe the demonstrations and learn about the research process and\, if interested\, participate in a one-on-one l ive study. \nPlease note: This is not a general museum activity. Particip ation in the live study is one-on-one and limited to one family at a time. Visitors are welcome to stop by to observe the demonstrations and learn a bout the research process. \nDates and Times:\n\nTuesdays:\n\n9:30am – 1 1:30am\n\n\n\n\nWednesdays:\n\n9:30am – 11:30am\n11:30am – 1:30pm\n1:3 0pm – 3:30pm\n\n\n\n\nThursdays:\n\n12:00pm – 2:00pm\n\n\n\n\n\n\nNot happening on: \n\nTuesday\, November 3\nNovember 23 – 29 LAST-MODIFIED:20260904T130650Z LOCATION:Downtown Location\, 2626 West Broad St.\, Richmond\, VA\, 23220\, United States URL:https://www.childrensmuseumofrichmond.org/events/vcu-living-lab-resear ch-demos-downtown/2026-09-22/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Children's Museum of Richmond X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.childrensmuseumofrichmond.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Tutus & Ties - Downtown DTSTART:20260922T180000Z DTEND:20260922T183000Z DTSTAMP:20260901T070241Z UID:10011607-1790085600-1790087400@www.childrensmuseumofrichmond.org CATEGORIES:family DESCRIPTION:Movement and play are good for children’s bodies and brains. In fact\, movement can help increase memory\, perception\, language compr ehension\, attention\, emotional understanding\, and decision making! \n\n \n\nJoin us from 2-2:30 pm in the Downtown Playhouse for Tutus and Ties Tu esdays\, where we’ll dress up and move\, move\, move!\nThis event is fre e with Museum admission. LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T070241Z LOCATION:Downtown Location\, 2626 West Broad St.\, Richmond\, VA\, 23220\, United States URL:https://www.childrensmuseumofrichmond.org/events/tutus-ties-downtown-5 /2026-09-22/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Children's Museum of Richmond X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.childrensmuseumofrichmond.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:VCU Living Lab Research Demos - Downtown DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260923 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260924 DTSTAMP:20260904T130650Z UID:10011866-1790121600-1790207999@www.childrensmuseumofrichmond.org CATEGORIES:education DESCRIPTION:VCU psychology students\, under the guidance of Dr. Marcia Win ter\, conduct research demonstrations on the museum floor\, sharing insi ghts from studies done through the National Living Lab network. Later in t he semester\, students will also conduct a live research study on childr en’s pre-writing skills with families who provide consent\, coordinated by Dr. Virginia Chu from VCU’s Department of Occupational Therapy. \nVis itors are welcome to stop by to observe the demonstrations and learn about the research process and\, if interested\, participate in a one-on-one l ive study. \nPlease note: This is not a general museum activity. Particip ation in the live study is one-on-one and limited to one family at a time. Visitors are welcome to stop by to observe the demonstrations and learn a bout the research process. \nDates and Times:\n\nTuesdays:\n\n9:30am – 1 1:30am\n\n\n\n\nWednesdays:\n\n9:30am – 11:30am\n11:30am – 1:30pm\n1:3 0pm – 3:30pm\n\n\n\n\nThursdays:\n\n12:00pm – 2:00pm\n\n\n\n\n\n\nNot happening on: \n\nTuesday\, November 3\nNovember 23 – 29 LAST-MODIFIED:20260904T130650Z LOCATION:Downtown Location\, 2626 West Broad St.\, Richmond\, VA\, 23220\, United States URL:https://www.childrensmuseumofrichmond.org/events/vcu-living-lab-resear ch-demos-downtown/2026-09-23/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Children's Museum of Richmond X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.childrensmuseumofrichmond.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Wonder-FULL Wednesdays - Toddler Program - Downtown DTSTART:20260923T141500Z DTEND:20260923T144500Z DTSTAMP:20260901T070241Z UID:10011703-1790158500-1790160300@www.childrensmuseumofrichmond.org CATEGORIES:family DESCRIPTION:Join us this Wednesday from 10:15am to 10:45am for a toddler a nd caregiver program wonder-FULL of strategies to incorporate nursery rhym es and sensory experiences into every-day life.  This program is sure to and engage and support both caregiver AND child! \nFree with admission \nT here must be at least one adult in the room at all times with each family group. \nAges 3 and under – highly encouraged. LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T070241Z LOCATION:Downtown Location\, 2626 West Broad St.\, Richmond\, VA\, 23220\, United States URL:https://www.childrensmuseumofrichmond.org/events/wonder-full-wednesday s-toddler-program-downtown-2/2026-09-23/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Children's Museum of Richmond X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.childrensmuseumofrichmond.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:VCU Living Lab Research Demos - Downtown DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260924 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260925 DTSTAMP:20260904T130650Z UID:10011867-1790208000-1790294399@www.childrensmuseumofrichmond.org CATEGORIES:education DESCRIPTION:VCU psychology students\, under the guidance of Dr. Marcia Win ter\, conduct research demonstrations on the museum floor\, sharing insi ghts from studies done through the National Living Lab network. Later in t he semester\, students will also conduct a live research study on childr en’s pre-writing skills with families who provide consent\, coordinated by Dr. Virginia Chu from VCU’s Department of Occupational Therapy. \nVis itors are welcome to stop by to observe the demonstrations and learn about the research process and\, if interested\, participate in a one-on-one l ive study. \nPlease note: This is not a general museum activity. Particip ation in the live study is one-on-one and limited to one family at a time. Visitors are welcome to stop by to observe the demonstrations and learn a bout the research process. \nDates and Times:\n\nTuesdays:\n\n9:30am – 1 1:30am\n\n\n\n\nWednesdays:\n\n9:30am – 11:30am\n11:30am – 1:30pm\n1:3 0pm – 3:30pm\n\n\n\n\nThursdays:\n\n12:00pm – 2:00pm\n\n\n\n\n\n\nNot happening on: \n\nTuesday\, November 3\nNovember 23 – 29 LAST-MODIFIED:20260904T130650Z LOCATION:Downtown Location\, 2626 West Broad St.\, Richmond\, VA\, 23220\, United States URL:https://www.childrensmuseumofrichmond.org/events/vcu-living-lab-resear ch-demos-downtown/2026-09-24/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Children's Museum of Richmond X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.childrensmuseumofrichmond.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Process Art Adventures - Downtown DTSTART:20260924T191500Z DTEND:20260924T201500Z DTSTAMP:20260901T070241Z UID:10011437-1790262900-1790266500@www.childrensmuseumofrichmond.org CATEGORIES:arts,education DESCRIPTION:Embark on an art adventure and explore the creative process of making! Focused on school readiness skills\, this weekly series of art-ma king sessions playfully explores art processes and encourages learning thr ough artistic play. \nFree with museum admission! \n\nChesterfield: Every Tuesday from 3:15 – 4:15pm\nDowntown: Every Thursday from 3:15 – 4:15p m LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T070241Z LOCATION:Downtown Location\, 2626 West Broad St.\, Richmond\, VA\, 23220\, United States URL:https://www.childrensmuseumofrichmond.org/events/process-art-adventure s-downtown/2026-09-24/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Children's Museum of Richmond X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.childrensmuseumofrichmond.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Make and Paint Friday! - Downtown DTSTART:20260925T173000Z DTEND:20260925T193000Z DTSTAMP:20260901T070241Z UID:10009889-1790343000-1790350200@www.childrensmuseumofrichmond.org CATEGORIES:arts,family DESCRIPTION:Join us monthly at the Downtown Art Studio for this open sessi on of individual art making. This session will be held on the last Friday of each month and provides children and care-givers time\, space\, and mat erials to explore and experiment with water-based paint. \nThis series of events is ideal for ages 3 – 8+ \nFree with museum admission. LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T070241Z LOCATION:Downtown Location\, 2626 West Broad St.\, Richmond\, VA\, 23220\, United States URL:https://www.childrensmuseumofrichmond.org/events/make-and-paint-friday -downtown/2026-09-25/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Children's Museum of Richmond X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.childrensmuseumofrichmond.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:VCU Living Lab Research Demos - Downtown DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260929 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260930 DTSTAMP:20260905T070532Z UID:10011868-1790640000-1790726399@www.childrensmuseumofrichmond.org CATEGORIES:arts DESCRIPTION:VCU psychology students\, under the guidance of Dr. Marcia Win ter\, conduct research demonstrations on the museum floor\, sharing insi ghts from studies done through the National Living Lab network. Later in t he semester\, students will also conduct a live research study on childr en’s pre-writing skills with families who provide consent\, coordinated by Dr. Virginia Chu from VCU’s Department of Occupational Therapy. \nVis itors are welcome to stop by to observe the demonstrations and learn about the research process and\, if interested\, participate in a one-on-one l ive study. \nPlease note: This is not a general museum activity. Particip ation in the live study is one-on-one and limited to one family at a time. Visitors are welcome to stop by to observe the demonstrations and learn a bout the research process. \nDates and Times:\n\nTuesdays:\n\n9:30am – 1 1:30am\n\n\n\n\nWednesdays:\n\n9:30am – 11:30am\n11:30am – 1:30pm\n1:3 0pm – 3:30pm\n\n\n\n\nThursdays:\n\n12:00pm – 2:00pm\n\n\n\n\n\n\nNot happening on: \n\nTuesday\, November 3\nNovember 23 – 29 LAST-MODIFIED:20260905T070532Z LOCATION:Downtown Location\, 2626 West Broad St.\, Richmond\, VA\, 23220\, United States URL:https://www.childrensmuseumofrichmond.org/events/vcu-living-lab-resear ch-demos-downtown/2026-09-29/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Children's Museum of Richmond X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.childrensmuseumofrichmond.org END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR