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Children's Museum Houston Genius Station geek explains what runoff is in the Water Cycle! Sponsored by INVISTA

Paper Mountains! Children's Museum Houston Genius Station geek explains what runoff is in the Water Cycle as part of our Daily Virtual Learning Broadcast Schedule to bring th...

A huge thank you to Chevron in Houston for making our Kick It Off, Houston! celebration at Children’s Museum Houston possible! ⚽️

We loved welcoming your team as families from across the community came together to celebrate the excitement of soccer through fun activities, learning, and play. Thank you for your continued partnership and support in helping us create memorable experiences for children and families throughout Houston.

Soccer fever has officially taken over Children’s Museum Houston! From playtime to game time, we’re celebrating every kick, cheer, and goal ⚽️

Kick It Off, Houston! Celebrations are sponsored by Chevron in Houston

Travel the world through music, movement, culture, and soccer at our Global Goal Soccer Party on June 20. Celebrate Houston’s international spirit with live pop-up performances inspired by countries competing in Houston, including Germany, Curaçao, Portugal, DR Congo, the Netherlands, Sweden, Uzbekistan, Cape Verde, and Saudi Arabia. Families can enjoy international storytimes, musical instrument workshops, soccer skill stations with Heights High School players, and exciting trivia challenges hosted by DJ Tyler. Plus, explore hands-on activities all day long including Parade of Nations pennants, Arabic-inspired paper quilts, and soccer-themed science experiments. It’s a global celebration full of culture, creativity, and nonstop fun for the whole family.
Kick It Off, Houston is generously sponsored by Chevron in Houston

We were honored to welcome Houston City Council Member Dr. Carolyn Evans-Shabazz, proudly representing District D (“District Destination”), along with Brian G. Smith, Board Chairman, Position 14 for Houston Southeast District, to Children’s Museum Houston as they joined our CEO, Rayanne Darensbourg, to celebrate our newly completed FIFA World Cup mural.
 
As Houston welcomes the world, this vibrant mural celebrates the power of curiosity, creativity, and cultural connection which define Children’s Museum Houston and our entire Houston Museum District.
 
Thank you, Council Member Evans-Shabazz and Chairman Smith, for your leadership and for championing the arts, education, and play and the vibrant communities which make Houston a world-class destination for families and visitors alike.

A new masterpiece has arrived at Children’s Museum Houston.

We are proud to host a special FIFA World Cup mural created by acclaimed artist Elizabeth “Liz” Umanzor, celebrating the Houston Museum District and the millions of visitors inspired by its institutions each year.

More than a vibrant work of art, this mural reflects the spirit of imagination, discovery, science, culture, and exploration that defines our city. As Houston welcomes visitors from around the world for one of the globe’s biggest sporting events, this installation stands as a symbol of learning, innovation, community, and cultural exchange.

Stop by, snap a photo, and experience this colorful celebration of what makes Houston such an extraordinary place to explore.

Kick It Off, Houston! Is sponsored by Chevron in Houston

Join us June 18–19 for our Juneteenth Celebration as we honor freedom, history, culture, and community through meaningful performances, storytelling, art, and hands-on activities for the whole family. Experience the powerful Juneteenth Champions exhibit by T. Ellis, enjoy inspiring performances by Ministry in Motion, and take part in special storytimes celebrating the history of Juneteenth and Houston’s Emancipation Park. Families can also create their own Juneteenth Freedom Flag while learning about the lasting impact of the Emancipation Proclamation and the significance of June 19, 1865. Celebrate this important moment in American history with two days of reflection, education, creativity, and joy.
Sponsored by Shriners Children's Texas and MYR Office of Cultural Affairs through Houston Arts Alliance

An electroscope is a device that detects static electricity. Using thin metal or plastic leaves, these leaves separate when charged, detecting the presence of electrical charges. Children's Museum Houston geek, John, demonstrates how you can build an electroscope with materials you can find at home. Sponsored by INVISTA

Electroscope! An electroscope is a device that detects static electricity. Using thin metal or plastic leaves, these leaves separate when charged, detecting the presence ...