Upper Peninsula Children's Museum

05/29/2026

The UPCM is excited to announce we will be hosting summer programs! Members receive $10 off per week!
UPCM Summer Discovery Programs
are designed for children ages 6–10 and features six exciting themed weeks filled with creativity, STEM activities, dramatic play, hands-on projects, museum exploration, and imaginative learning experiences.
This is our first year with summer programming, so we are limiting our size to 25 students per week. You may sign your child up for any weeks that interest them, or all of the weeks!
Our program runs from 9:00am-4:00pm with drop off 8:30am-9:00am and pickup 4:45pm-5:15pm.
Please click the link for the weekly camp themes and all the details! https://pci.jotform.com/form/261325624979063

05/29/2026

Hello friends! We have a little announcement 😁June’s Guardian Training will not take place on June 1st. It has been rescheduled for Saturday, June 6th, from 10:30 a.m-12:00 p.m. Please call the museum at 1-906-226-3911 with any questions or email [email protected].

05/28/2026

The UPCM is excited to announce we will be hosting summer programs! Early sign-up access is a member perk. UPCM Summer Discovery Programs are designed for children ages 6–10 and feature six exciting themed weeks filled with creativity, STEM activities, dramatic play, hands-on projects, museum exploration, and imaginative learning experiences.
This is our first year with summer programming, so we are limiting our size to 25 students per week. You may sign your child up for any weeks that interest them, or all of the weeks!
Our program runs from 9:00am-4:00pm with drop off 8:30am-9:00am and pickup 4:45pm-5:15pm.
Please click the link for the weekly camp themes and all the details!

Please click the link to complete this form.

05/20/2026

Wow Animation Summer Camps are back! Easy peasy online sign-up! Visit our website for more information and to sign-up! https://upchildrensmuseum.org/wow-animation-summer-camp-schedule/

05/15/2026

Join us for the coziest night out! The Upper Peninsula Children’s Museum is throwing a pajama party! Friday, June 5th, 7:00 p.m. -10:00 p.m. Wear your comfiest PJs and join us for games, music, drinks and snacks. *Must be 21 plus to attend. Tickets available online and at the door. https://upchildrensmuseum.org/shop/Tickets-c192286491

05/10/2026

Happy Mother’s Day! Moms get in FREE today, Sunday, May 10th 12:00-5:00.

04/30/2026

Now hiring! Join our team! The Guest Services Associate supports the daily operations of the Upper Peninsula Children’s Museum by working both the front store/check-in desk and the museum floor. This role is responsible for creating a welcoming, positive experience for every family that walks through our doors. This is a guest-facing position that requires energy, attentiveness, and a proactive attitude. Team members help maintain a clean, organized, and safe environment while supporting children and their caregivers in their play and learning. All associates are cross-trained in both gift store and museum floor responsibilities. Weekend availability a must. Part-time position. 10-20 hours per week. Email [email protected] resume with cover letter or drop off at our front desk during business hours. Click the link for full detailed job description. https://upchildrensmuseum.org/job-posting-floor-and-store-employee/

04/27/2026

Join us for our Second Thursday Creativity Series at the Upper Peninsula Children’s Museum:
“Fantastic Flight”
Thursday, May 14, 2026
5:30 p.m. -7:30 p.m.
Experience hands-on craft activities, music, and FREE Culver’s Frozen Custard. FREE to participate.

04/19/2026

It’s time to rock! Tune into Radio X to listen to the 8-18 Media takeover. Vesper and Ondine are playing some bops! https://wupx.mixlr.com

04/16/2026

Won’t you be our neighbor? We are currently looking to rent Suite H of Baraga Place. It is 396 sq. ft. The rent is $450.00 per month for this inner office space. New tenant has the opportunity to pick out new paint color. Please email Marnie at [email protected] for a showing or for more information.

04/15/2026

Read the newest column from 8-18 Media Fahad Abdullah. It is titled “Conflict unfolding in the Middle East.” Fahad is from Kuwait, but his mother is from Upper Michigan. He offers his readers a unique perspective on the ongoing conflict. Read it in today’s Mining Journal. https://www.miningjournal.net/features/2026/04/conflict-unfolding-in-the-middle-east/