Collection Spotlight

The London Children's Museum is home to over 7,000 artifacts! Connect with unique aspects of human history, art and culture, and the natural world by examining objects from our collection. Discover a new artifact each week in this hands-on program!

All programs are included in general admission and are free for members. Admission can be purchased in advance online or by walk-in at our front desk!

 

Plan Your Visit

March 30, 2024 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm

Pysanky

Hop into Easter as you learn about the history of Pysanky, decorated Ukrainian Easter eggs, with Pysanky from our collection!

April 6, 2024 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm

"Mythical" Creatures

Investigate a narwhal tusk, study ancient fossils, and explore different stories from history as you learn how real-world animals helped to inspire our favourite mythical creatures.

April 13, 2024 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm

The Science of Kites

Flying kites have been a beloved pastime for generations. Inspect paper kites from our collection, learn their history, and the science of how they soar.

April 20, 2024 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm

Collection Inspection

There are many wonderful artifacts hidden in the London Children's Museum collection room! Come and examine artifacts that would normally be hidden away.

April 27, 2024 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm

-- --- .-. ... . / -.-. --- -.. . (Morse Code)

How did people communicate over long distances 150 years ago? With a telegraph and Morse code! Learn about Morse code, investigate how a telegraph key and sounder worked, and make a Morse code necklace. 

May 11, 2024 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm

Kazoo Parade

In May 1982, the London Children’s Museum held the Great Kazoo Parade! Learn about this fun filled day with treasures from our archives and make your own DIY kazoo in celebration. 

May 18, 2024 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm

The Radical 80's

Step back in time and learn about the toy's that were popular during the 1980's.
 

May 25, 2024 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm

Explore Fossils!

Become a paleontologist as you interact with different fossils from our collection! Learn about different fossil classifications, how fossils are formed, and how fossils can teach us about the past.