Huntington Children’s Museum

Huntington Children’s Museum HCM is a STEAM-focused indoor learning space where exhibits and activities cater to children's specific interests and abilities.

Children ages one through ten can explore, experiment, create, and discover through play.

Looking for a little extra fun during your Sunday Museum visit?Our friends at PEP will be here at 2 p.m. for Skylar’s St...
09/04/2026

Looking for a little extra fun during your Sunday Museum visit?

Our friends at PEP will be here at 2 p.m. for Skylar’s Storytime! Come gather around for a great story, then stick around for a hands-on activity designed especially for our littlest learners.

We’ll see you Sunday at 2!

Our Little Movers were on the move!Last week, at our very first Little Movers Club, toddlers and their grownups explored...
09/03/2026

Our Little Movers were on the move!

Last week, at our very first Little Movers Club, toddlers and their grownups explored movement, music, play, and plenty of hands-on fun with Jackie Martin, OTR/L. Littles practiced both gross and fine motor skills through activities like climbing, crawling, carrying, grasping, and playing with instruments—all while building confidence and learning how to interact and play alongside others.

This month's program had a West Virginia theme. Littles walked like a black bear, balanced as they traversed the "New River Gorge Bridge", collected coal, and flapped like cardinals. We ended with a rousing rendition of Country Roads.

We loved watching children try new things and connect with their grownups and new friends.

Little Movers Club is a monthly drop-in program designed especially for toddlers and their grownups. Join us on the fourth Thursday of each month for another morning of moving, playing, learning, and growing together. Next program is September 24th.

Free with admission.

Join our friend Sarah from Sounds with Sarah tomorrow, Thursday, September 3, from 10:30–11:00 a.m. for a relaxing, hand...
09/02/2026

Join our friend Sarah from Sounds with Sarah tomorrow, Thursday, September 3, from 10:30–11:00 a.m. for a relaxing, hands-on exploration of rhythm, resonance, and vibration. Children and their grownups will discover how sound travels and experiment with unique instruments, including crystal singing bowls, steel drums, flutes, chimes, and tuning forks.

Free with admission.

Huntington Children’s Museum is proud to announce a new partnership with Project Healthy Kids that will bring a full yea...
09/01/2026

Huntington Children’s Museum is proud to announce a new partnership with Project Healthy Kids that will bring a full year of hands-on nutrition, cooking, gardening, and food exploration programs to the museum. Thanks to generous funding from the Pallottine Foundation, these programs will be free with museum admission, making it easier than ever for families to learn healthy habits together.

Follow the link to learn more - https://hcmkids.org/growing-healthy-futures-through-play/

September is starting with a big week at HCM — and we’re kicking things off with a Kids Pop-Up Farmers Market!On Wednesd...
09/01/2026

September is starting with a big week at HCM — and we’re kicking things off with a Kids Pop-Up Farmers Market!

On Wednesday, our friends at Project Healthy Kids are bringing fresh food, healthy choices, and hands-on fun to the Museum. Each registered child will receive a $5 voucher to “shop” for FREE, farm-fresh vegetables from a local market stand. Children can choose what they’d like to take home, discover new foods, and pick up recipe cards to continue the experience at home.

Space for the Farmers Market is limited and advance registration is required. Grownups should reserve one ticket for each participating child; adults do not need a ticket.

RSVP - https://givebutter.com/Healthy-Kids-Market

Then keep the fun going Thursday with Sound Exploration, where we’ll explore musical instruments from around the world.

We’ll wrap up the week Sunday with Skylar’s Story Time, featuring a story and activity presented by PEP.

All programming is free with Museum admission unless otherwise noted. HCM is open Wednesday–Sunday, 10 a.m.–5 p.m.

Fresh food, healthy choices, and hands-on fun!Join our friends at Project Healthy Kids for a Kids Pop-Up Farmers Market ...
08/31/2026

Fresh food, healthy choices, and hands-on fun!

Join our friends at Project Healthy Kids for a Kids Pop-Up Farmers Market on Wednesday, September 2, from 10:30–11:30 a.m. Every child will receive a $5 voucher to "shop" for FREE, farm-fresh vegetables from a local market stand. Children can choose the produce they'd like to take home, discover new fruits and vegetables, and pick up recipe cards to help families enjoy their selections together. It's a fun, hands-on way to build healthy habits while exploring fresh, local foods.

This event is FREE, but tickets are limited. Grownups should reserve a ticket for each child attending—adults do not need a ticket. Advance registration is required, and tickets are available on a first-come, first-served basis, so be sure to reserve your child's spot early!

RSVP Now - https://givebutter.com/Healthy-Kids-Market

September is packed with special programs, free admission days, sensory-friendly opportunities, and a little time for us...
08/31/2026

September is packed with special programs, free admission days, sensory-friendly opportunities, and a little time for us to give the Museum some TLC!

Here’s what’s happening at Huntington Children’s Museum this month:

September 2 | Kids Farmers Market at 10:30 a.m. - RSVP https://givebutter.com/Healthy-Kids-Market
September 3 | Sound Exploration from 10:30–11:00 a.m.
September 6 | Storytime from 2:00–2:30 p.m.
September 8 | Sensory Hours from 10:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m. — FREE admission; RSVP required - https://givebutter.com/SensorySeptember8

September 11–13 | Back in My Day: Grandparents Weekend
Enjoy three full days of FREE admission as we celebrate grandparents, generations, stories, play, and technology.

September 14–20 | CLOSED FOR MAINTENANCE
We’ll be taking a week to tackle some important behind-the-scenes work and get the Museum ready for more play!

September 23 | Teddy Bear Check-Up from 10:30–11:30 a.m.
September 24 | Little Movers from 10:30–11:00 a.m.
September 24 | Sensory Evening from 5:00–7:00 p.m. — FREE admission; RSVP required - https://givebutter.com/SensorySep24

September 26 | Let’s Get Corny! 11:00am-1:00pm
Join us for our children’s fall festival featuring plenty of playful, hands-on fall fun. Museum admission is FREE from 10:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.

September 27 | Storytime from 2:00–2:30 p.m.
September 29 | Sensory Hours from 10:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m. — FREE admission; RSVP required - https://givebutter.com/SensorySeptember29

Unless otherwise noted, programs are free with regular Museum admission. RSVP links for sensory-friendly events will be shared separately.

There’s a lot to look forward to this September at HCM—we’ll see you at the Museum!

A few photos from last week's Sunday Storytime. Each Sunday at 2pm our friends from PEP: The Prevention Empowerment Part...
08/28/2026

A few photos from last week's Sunday Storytime. Each Sunday at 2pm our friends from PEP: The Prevention Empowerment Partnership read a story and lead a creative activity. Taelor is a PEP intern and we enjoy how enthusiastic and engaged he is with our guests. Visit Taelor this Sunday at 2pm!

One week from today! Join our friend Sarah from Sounds with Sarah on Thursday, September 3, from 10:30–11:00 a.m. for a ...
08/27/2026

One week from today!

Join our friend Sarah from Sounds with Sarah on Thursday, September 3, from 10:30–11:00 a.m. for a relaxing, hands-on exploration of rhythm, resonance, and vibration. Children and their grownups will discover how sound travels and experiment with unique instruments, including crystal singing bowls, steel drums, flutes, chimes, and tuning forks.

Presented by our friend Sarah of Sounds with Sarah.

A relaxing and interactive experience for children of all ages and their grownups.

Free with admission.

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1700 Washington Avenue
Huntington, WV
25704

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Wednesday 10am - 5pm
Thursday 10am - 5pm
Friday 10am - 5pm
Saturday 10am - 5pm
Sunday 10am - 5pm

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