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.
Our Rigamajig exhibit is a hands-on, open-ended play system where kids can build, create, and explore. With wooden planks, ropes, pulleys, and nuts and bolts, children transform their imaginations into reality by constructing anything from simple machines to elaborate structures.
Our Mobile Museum brings hands-on learning and fun straight to your event! We’ll spark curiosity with interactive activities designed to engage children through play, exploration, and discovery. From science and art to problem-solving and creativity, our activities encourage kids to learn while having fun. Perfect for schools, community events, and celebrations!
Climb Into the Clouds! Oswego is famous for its Lake Effect snow, and our two-story Cloud Climber brings that local weather phenomenon to life in the most playful way! Children can climb, explore, and imagine while also learning about the science behind clouds and weather patterns. This towering exhibit combines active play with hands-on education—making it the perfect spot for kids to burn energy, build confidence, and discover a little more about the climate that shapes our community.
Splish, Splash, Learn: The Power of Water Play at CMOO’s Water Table Exhibit At the Children’s Museum of Oswego (CMOO), one of the most beloved exhibits is our interactive water…
CMOO’s Town Square is the perfect place for children to engage in dramatic play, where imagination and learning come together. In this bustling, kid-sized community, children take on roles, create stories, and collaborate with others—all while practicing important skills in language, math, problem-solving, and social interaction.
Thanks to our partnership with Novelis, children can explore the journey of aluminum from scrap to new product in a fun, interactive way. As a global leader in sustainable aluminum, Novelis is helping kids understand the importance of recycling, conservation, and environmental stewardship.
Featuring interactive elements and nature-inspired play, Isaac’s Treehouse brings kids closer to the magic of outdoor exploration. Built with love, this special space reminds us all of the power of play, meaningful connections, and the wonder of discovery.
Our Big Blue Blocks spark creativity and learning through open-ended play! Kids can build anything they imagine—towers, vehicles, or whole cities—while developing problem-solving, spatial awareness, and teamwork skills. This hands-on play introduces STEM concepts and supports common core standards in math, science, and language arts. Perfect for fostering creativity, collaboration, and critical thinking, Imagination Playground turns playtime into a fun, educational adventure for children of all ages.
