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Exhibit Feature
Explore CMOO’s Dental Health Exhibit!
Kids can brush giant teeth, floss oversized models, sit in a real exam chair, and explore dental images to see inside our teeth. With hands-on activities like a magnetic mouth puzzle and dental mirrors, learning about oral health has never been more fun!
November 2024
11/07/24 EXHIBIT FEATURE: Isaac’s Treehouse: A Tribute to Adventure, Exploration, and Imagination Isaac’s Treehouse at the Children’s Museum of Oswego holds a special place in the heart of the museum’s story. This exhibit was created as a tribute to a young boy named Isaac, whose love for adventure, exploration, and the great outdoors inspired its […]
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10/30/24 The Importance of Play for Child Development At the Children’s Museum of Oswego, we believe in the power of play. It’s not just about fun—play is a critical component of childhood development. Research shows that play is essential for nurturing cognitive, social, emotional, and physical growth. In fact, it’s through play that children develop […]
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Rice Creek Field Station
Explore Animals’ Natural Snowshoes! ❄️
Join us at Rice Creek Field Station on February 1st from 1–3 PM for an engaging activity all about how animals navigate snowy terrains! Discover the fascinating ways animals adapt to winter conditions with their “natural snowshoes.” Perfect for curious minds and nature lovers of all ages!
Don’t miss this chance to learn and explore the wonders of the season!
After School with CMOO
Sign up your elementary-aged child for after-school care at the Children’s Museum of Oswego! Open to grades K-6.
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Oswego Health Pop Up Exhibit
The Oswego Health Pop-Up Exhibit is a hands-on, interactive display promoting health, wellness, and the wonders of the human body!
Perfect for curious minds, this engaging exhibit invites children and families to explore topics like healthy habits, body systems, and how to keep our bodies strong and active. Through fun activities and creative play, kids learn the importance of taking care of themselves in an exciting and memorable way.
Learn More >>Sixth Grade
Play Topic Suggestions Light Lab – Manipulate light, colors of light (spectrum), transparent, translucent, opaque, color theory, vision, reflection, refraction, difraction, forms of energy; light & sound. Wind Tunnel – Wind energy, measuring distance/projectile, weather, currents, flight, inventors, force and motion, compare and contrast materials’ weight, structure, form, properties of matter, forces and interactions, Newton’s […]
Learn More >>Fifth Grade
Play Topic Suggestions Light Lab – Manipulate light, colors of light (spectrum), transparent, translucent, opaque, color theory, vision, reflection, refraction, difraction, forms of energy; light & sound. Wind Tunnel – Wind energy, measuring distance/projectile, weather, currents, flight, inventors, force and motion, compare and contrast materials’ weight, structure, form, properties of matter. Loose Parts; Imagination Playground, […]
Learn More >>Fourth Grade
Play Topic Suggestions Light Lab – Manipulate light, colors of light (spectrum), transparent, translucent, opaque, color theory, vision, reflection, refraction, difraction, forms of energy; light & sound. Wind Tunnel – Wind energy, measuring distance/projectile, weather, currents, flight, inventors, force and motion. Loose Parts; Imagination Playground, Dinosaur Bones, ramps & balls, Nudel Kart- Structure, engineering, categorizing, […]
Learn More >>Third Grade
Play Topic Suggestions Light Lab – Manipulate light, colors of light (spectrum), transparent, translucent, opaque, color theory, vision, reflection, refraction, difraction, forms of energy; light & sound. Wind Tunnel – Wind energy, measuring distance/projectile, weather, currents, flight, inventors, force and motion. Loose Parts; Imagination Playground, Dinosaur Bones, ramps & balls, Nudel Kart- Structure, engineering, categorizing, […]
Learn More >>Second Grade
Play Topic Suggestions Light Lab – Manipulate light, colors of light (spectrum), transparent, translucent, opaque, color theory, vision, reflection, refraction, difraction, forms of energy; light & sound. Wind Tunnel – Wind energy, measuring distance/projectile, weather, currents, flight, inventors, force and motion. Loose Parts; Imagination Playground, Dinosaur Bones, ramps & balls, Nudel Kart- Structure, engineering, categorizing, […]
Learn More >>First Grade
Play Topic Suggestions Light Lab – Manipulate light, colors of light (spectrum), transparent, translucent, opaque, color theory, vision, reflection, refraction, difraction, forms of energy; light & sound. Wind Tunnel – Wind energy, measuring distance/projectile, weather, currents, flight, inventors, force and motion. Loose Parts; Imagination Playground, Dinosaur Bones, ramps & balls, Nudel Kart- Structure, engineering, categorizing, […]
Learn More >>Kindergarten
Play Topic Suggestions Light Lab – Manipulate light, colors of light (spectrum), color theory, vision, reflection, light & sound. Wind Tunnel – Weather/wind, measuring distance/projectile, gravity, force and motion. Loose Parts; Imagination Playground, Dinosaur Bones, ramps & balls, Nudel Kart- Structure, engineering, categorizing by weight and length, force and motion, energy, dramatic play and storytelling. […]
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Music Together with Miss Amy!
Music Together with Miss Amy is coming to CMOO! Join her this Spring for her new collection! Mixed age classes are for children age 5 and younger and their grown-up.
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Mobile Museum
Looking for a way to have a little CMOO at home? There are plenty of options, from birthday parties, to un-facilitated classroom projects, to rainy day activities!
Learn More >>Museum Policies
PHOTOGRAPHY PERMISSION POLICY Periodically, the Children’s Museum of Oswego (CMOO) captures photographs and videos of visitors and activities for promotional and editorial purposes. Before any recording takes place, you will be asked for your permission regarding the use of images and videos of yourself and your dependents. By consenting, you grant the museum all rights […]
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Cloud Climber
Oswego is known for its Lake Effect snow, so it’s only appropriate that our two story cloud climber teach visitors about our local weather while letting them climb and play!
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Ready-Set-Grow!
Join us every Wednesday morning from 10:30-11:30 for Ready-Set-Grow—an enriching experience that supports cognitive development for children age 1-3 and is free with admission!
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Imagination Workshop
Imagination Workshop provides a playful, developmentally appropriate environment where children can grow and learn through exploration and fun.
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Programming & Events
Looking for something to do with the kiddos? We got you covered!! Our hours are Tuesday-Friday 9-4, and Saturday & Sunday 10-5! See you soon!
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Water Table
Sail from island to island; tow cargo from Port Oswego through the locks and past the lighthouse; or go fishing in the pond! Our water table provides a fun and interactive sensory experience for all ages. Put on a smock and enjoy water play year round!
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Town Square
CMOO’s town square is filled with things to do and places to explore. Be a part of a pit crew at the Speedway, put out the fire at the safety station, grind apples in the cider barn, and much more! CMOO town square offers engaging, interactive experiences for all ages!
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Novelis
Recycling is an integral part of environmental stewardship and CMOO is proud to partner with Novelis to bring this exhibit to life. Become a piece of aluminum and travel through the melting, flattening, and shaping processes! Learning about recycling has never been this fun!
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Creation Station
At Creation Station, we encourage children to learn by exploring, experimenting, and creating in their own unique ways. There’s always something new to discover!
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Isaac’s Treehouse
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.
Learn More >>Build, Play, Grow Campaign Donors
The Children’s Museum of Oswego would like to acknowledge the following businesses, individuals, families and foundations who have generously pledged their support to the Build, Play, Grow Campaign. $300,000+ Downtown Revitalization Initiative $100,000-$299,999 Novelis The Richard S. Shineman Foundation $50,000-$99,999 Pathfinder Bank $30,000-$49,999 Burke’s Do It Best Home Centers Jonathan & Jillian Shaver New York State […]
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