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Updates and info about membership, parties, camps, hours and more on our website.
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The weather is turning, kids are back in school and it really feels like fall is here! Halloween is just around the corner too - have you got your costume all planned out? It's wonderful to have families in the Museum this fall and we appreciate all of you for making the most of our open hours, for your support of our staff and for continuing to bring laughter and play to the Museum!
For the foreseeable future we will maintain our Tuesday through Saturday sessions, with online reservations encouraged but not required. You are welcome to walk-in during one of our session times without a reservation - typically with no space issues - but space is not guaranteed. Register to visit by clicking here.
As we move into what is typically cold and flu season, we remind everyone that when it comes to germs and other commutable diseases "sharing is NOT caring"! Please postpone your visit until those of you that would visit are clear of coughs, sniffles and fevers - without the help of medicines! Though masks are still required in the Museum for everyone over 3 years of age, we ask that everyone do their part to keep our Museum community healthy by staying home if you're unwell.
Many thanks to all those who voted for us in the Skagit's Best 2021 presented by Perry Family Dentistry! We're so honored to have won in the Museum category! |
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Diaper need – the lack of a sufficient supply of diapers to keep a baby or toddler clean, dry, and healthy – remains a serious and pervasive issue that impacts the physical, mental, and economic well-being of U.S. children and families. UWSC believes that in order to meet our kindergarten readiness goal, we must address this critical need for families.
We are hoping to distribute 300,000 diapers this year, but in order to do that we need DIAPERS! For this drive we're looking to gather 36,000 diapers.
Click the Diaper Drive image above to learn more!
Bring diapers to donate to CMSC
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The Museum is open to members and non-members!
All Family Memberships to CMSC Include:
Unlimited admission to CMSC for member households for 12 months ● Free guest passes to CMSC ● Special Member-Only prices on Parties, Camps, & Classes ● 10% Member Discount in Museum Store ● 25% off general admission for 4 people when visiting NWAYM* member museums (does not apply to Childcare Providers.) Must provide your home museum card and a photo ID each visit to receive the discount. ● Memberships are not refundable or transferable. ● Some restrictions currently apply due to health/safety regulations.
If you do not know your CMSC membership number, please email Lizzie@skagitcm.org.
R eservations are required for all museum visits.
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Masks are required when visiting
Masks are required for visitors 3+, even if vaccinated.
- We will provide a disposable mask for you if you do not have one.
- Masks/face coverings must be cloth or disposable medical masks, fully cover the nose and mouth, and be worn the duration of your visit both indoors and out.
- COVID vaccination, medical exemptions, mesh masks, gators, bandanas, face shields and masks with vents are not accepted.
- This is in alignment with other children's museums in WA state and with public schools, under guidance from the Association of Children's Museums and as mandated by local and state government.
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Waiver
An inherent risk of exposure to COVID-19 exists in any public place where people are present. COVID-19 is a very contagious disease that can lead to severe illness and death. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, senior citizens and visitors with underlying medical conditions are especially vulnerable. By reserving tickets, you acknowledge that you understand and voluntarily assume all risks related to exposure to COVID-19 for all.
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Our operations, rules and procedures are based on the recommendations of the Skagit County Public Health Department, the Centers for Disease Control (updated 4/5/2021) and Healthy Washington Reopening Guidance for Museums (updated 3/19/2021), the Association for Children's Museums and World Health Organizations and are in alignment with other children's museums in WA state and with public schools. Dates and procedures may change because of mandates or directives. We're monitoring the updates in WA State, and will make adjustments accordingly when we know of the latest guidance.
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Reservations are recommended to visit the Museum
We are open 5 days/week for 2-hour sessions:
Tuesday-Saturday
10am-12pm or 1pm-3pm
- The Museum is open to both Members and Non-Members!
- Admission rates per person for Non-Members: Infants under 12 months Free, Children 12 months or older and adults $7.75, Military/Seniors (65 years old) $6.75, Museums For All (EBT, WIC, CHIP, Provider One, Apple Health, or Foster Parent cards) $3
- You will still need your membership number to make a reservation as a Member and will need to bring your membership card or ID when you check-in.
- Space is limited; you will need to reserve a spot for all adults, children and infants in your group.
- Contact information for each person is required for contact tracing purposes.
- We ask that you only book one session per week, so that all families have a chance to visit the Museum.
- Please review our COVID-19-Specific FAQ's on our website before you visit! And read all the event details before clicking 'Select a Date' on online reservation system.
- You will also be able to make reservations by phone when we have staff in the Museum. 360.757.8888. In-person, day-of walk-in reservations are available but space is not guaranteed.
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- Make It & Take It - there are THREE activities uploaded to our YouTube channel and we'll be posting materials lists on our website in the Camps & Classes section. Click here for the Make It & Take It YouTube playlist!
- Science Saturday or Any Day - thanks to a grant from Shell Puget Sound Refinery we have some great science activities to share! Check out the YouTube playlist here and our website for activity instruction sheets.
- Tales from the Tank - follow and learn about the hatching, growth and development of our salmon with the Skagit Fisheries Enhancement Group videos and activities! This week, learn about how our salmon tank is kept clean and healthy for our salmon with Colin Apt from The Photic Zone! Click here to watch Tales from the Tank. We have also been given the OK to keep a few salmon through the end of the year so that you can watch them continue to grow after we open.
- Online Resources -
- Check out the NASA YouTube Channel for everything space, science & Perserverence!
- Our new favorite web app is a map that demonstrates drainages - Click here to open River Runner then tap to drop a raindrop anywhere on the contiguous United States and watch where that water ends up!
- Get Vroom-ing - Vroom Tips™ help you do more with your shared moments. Add learning to mealtime, bathtime, bedtime, or anytime with 1,000+ fun, free activities. Learn more at vroom.org
- Parent Cafe is back! Hosted by Welcome Baby Skagit, United Way of Skagit County and the Children's Council of Skagit County, Parent Cafe is an invaluable resource for parents! Find the next Parent Cafe by following Welcome Baby Skagit on Facebook.
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CMSC on YouTube - Sponsored by Banner Bank
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Join museum educator Emily and make your own painting using marbles in today's Make It & Take It program.
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Check out what our YouTube Channel has to offer!
Put some Science Saturday or Any Day into your meals!
Try a Make It & Take It @Home activity!
Get moving and stretching with Ms. Jill's preschool yoga!
See all the other cool channels we follow!
Click here to go to our channel!
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Did you know that you can support CMSC when you shop? Designate the Children's Museum of Skagit County with the following businesses:
- Amazon Smile - same products, same prices, same service! Amazon will donate 0.5% of eligible purchases to CMSC. Thanks to you, we have received nearly $1000 in donations from Amazon Smile!
- Fred Meyer Community Rewards - Fred Meyer donates annually to participating organizations based on your percentage of spending as it relates to the total spending associated with all participating Fred Meyer Community Rewards organizations.
- Other ways to support - direct donations, sponsorships and gifts in kind are always welcome. Contact us to learn more.
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