Celebrate the holiday season with CMOO's 12 Days of Christmas Fundraiser! From December 1–12, one lucky winner will be selected each day to receive a special prize donated by our generous local businesses.
The museum is on the move! STEAM on the Scene is reimagining how children learn by taking hands-on STEAM experiences beyond our walls and into the communities we serve. Explore our growing outreach programs, school partnerships, and exciting vision for a fully equipped mobile museum that will bring discovery, creativity, and play to families across the region.
Slime Lab is a monthly hands-on sensory experience where kids can mix, stretch, and customize their very own slime. Held the last Saturday of every month and free with admission, each session features a different type of slime along with choices of colors, scents, glitter, and fun mix-ins. Children also earn a collectible badge at every visit, making it exciting to come back and collect them all.
Looking for a fun, engaging program for your kids? This page highlights Kids Night In, a favorite evening drop-off experience offered once a month.
Drop off your 5-10 year olds for a night they’ll never forget! From 5:30 to 8:30 PM, they’ll enjoy a delicious dinner of pizza and applesauce, explore our exciting museum exhibits, and dive into a hands-on STEAM activity.
Once a month, the Children’s Museum of Oswego offers STEAM Saturday, FREE with admission! This hands-on program engages children and their families in fun, educational activities focused on Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math. Explore, create, and learn together as you spark curiosity and build critical thinking skills through play. Don’t miss out on the fun!
Once a month, CMOO celebrates Gratitude Day—and adults play for free! Enjoy a special visit where one adult per child joins the fun at no cost. It’s our way of showing appreciation for the families who make CMOO such a wonderful place to learn and explore together.
Join us the first Saturday of every month for a special visit from Rice Creek Field Station where children engage with exploratory nature activities! Every Month is a new theme. Free with admission!
