Louisiana Children’s Museum’s Collection of learning resources, environments and enrichment programs.
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What’s Happening in May
May Focus: Health and Wellness
Special guests will join LCM to guide you through yoga, teach you about nutrition, and show you how fun exercise can be.
Fitness Fridays
Health and Wellness is one of the four impact areas of LCM. That’s why we offer exhibits like Follow that Food Gallery and the Edible Garden. You’ll even find health and wellness themes in Acorn Café. Join us every Friday in May, at 11:30 a.m. and again at 3:30 p.m., for physical exercise games and wellness activities on the event lawn. We’ll have everything from yoga to hula hooping, jumping rope to relay races, and so much more!
May is Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month
We’re celebrating with Ikebana – the art of flower arrangement straight from Japan. Stop by Studio in the Park to let your creativity blossom as you dive into our “loose parts” Ikebana station, where you can craft stunning arrangements using faux flowers, recycled materials, and more. Dive into the world of paper flowers at our interactive table, where you can create your very own floral masterpieces. Plus, explore the ancient Japanese art of origami, or folding paper, using traditional techniques, or by imagining your own designs.
May is Jewish American Heritage Month
During our daily story times, we will read books that highlight Asian American and Jewish American authors and stories and/or that share different Asian and Jewish cultures around the world and here in New Orleans.
Thursday, May 2
4:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.: Sensory Friendly Playtime (registration required)
Join us for a special time where attendance is limited, sounds and sights are turned down, and adaptive equipment, such as noise-reducing headphones and weighted vests, are provided.
Friday, May 3, 11:30 a.m. & 3:30 p.m.: Fitness Friday
Saturday, May 4
10:30 a.m. – 12:45 p.m.: Xavier Chemistry Club
Put on your safest safety goggles and join Xavier University’s Chemistry Club in science experiments, safe for all ages. You may be making elephant toothpaste, chromatic butterflies, baking soda and vinegar rockets, or one of the many experiments these chemists dream up.
12:30p.m. – 1:30 p.m.: PE Workshop with Shawn Williams
Wilkreweape/PlayD8: a dynamic sports program designed exclusively for kids, fostering a love for play, wellness, and sportsmanship. Your little one will experience the joy of movement and the importance of staying active, all while instilling valuable team working skills. Through an innovative approach, children learn the importance of teamwork, respect, and perseverance while forming lasting friendships.
Tuesday, May 7: GiveNOLA Day – Support LCM!
Friday, May 10, 11:30 a.m. & 3:30 p.m.: Fitness Friday
Saturday, May 11
10:00 a.m.: Master Naturalist Nature Walk
Join a Louisiana Master Naturalist to explore nature in LCM’s backyard. You’ll see and learn about the many flowers and trees that decorate LCM’s 8.5 acres. Who knows? You might even spot an alligator!
11:00 a.m.: Doc Griggs Story Time
Dr. Eric D. Griggs, aka Doc Griggs, Community Medicine Doctor and Health Educator, will share his new book and to discuss healthy habits. Come participate in this interactive, informative talk in our Talk & Play Center.
12:00 p.m.: Yoga with Amber
You’re invited to stretch, breathe, and center yourselves as we follow instructor Amber Weber in a fun yoga session for children and their families.
Saturday, May 11 at 1:30 p.m. & 2:15 p.m.: Master Congolese Artists
* LCM closes at 3 p.m. on this day
Kids and their families will explore the rich culture of the Congo in Central Africa by being introduced to the fun movements and rhythms of traditional Congolese dance and drum led by Master Congolese dancer, Arnaud Loubayi and Master Congolese drummer, Hyacinte Massamba.
Sunday, May 12: Mother’s Day
Celebrate Mother’s Day at LCM, thanks to generous support from the Helis Foundation! Little ones can visit our arts table to design and build a lovely necklace to give to Mom or a special mother figure in their life. And stop by our holiday photo booth to snap a selfie of you and your krewe. We will also host a special story time Saturday and Sunday in our Talk and Play Center with books including:
– A Chair for my Mother by Vera Williams
– Are You My Mother? by P.D. Eastman
– Mama and Mommy and Me in the Middle by Nina Lacour
– The Family Book by Todd Parr
Saturday, May 18, 2:30 p.m. – 3:00p.m.: Super Salubrious Smoothies in the Garden
Join us in the Edible Garden as we blend healthy ingredients to make our own tasty, cool smoothies. Yum!
Sunday, May 19, 1:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m.: Interactive Musical Performance With Fox Robinson
Thursday, May 23, 4:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.: Sensory Friendly Playtime (registration required)
Join us for a special time where attendance is limited, sounds and sights are turned down, and adaptive equipment, such as noise-reducing headphones and weighted vests, are provided.
Friday, May 24, 11:30 a.m. & 3:30 p.m.: Fitness Friday
Saturday, May 25, 9:45 a.m. – 10:15 a.m.: National Tap Dance Day Performance
It’s National Tap Dance Day! Join us as local performer Craig Fuchs and Kelly School of Dance lead us into an interactive tap dance experience.
Monday, May 27 Memorial Day
LCM is open! Summer hours begin and so do summer camps!