January Playtime

Thursday, January 16, 4:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.: Sensory-Friendly Playtime 

At LCM, we are committed to building stronger, more connected communities through active engagement. We welcome all families and children of all backgrounds and circumstances. We offer a playtime for families that provides a low-sensory experience where children with sensory-specific needs can explore the Museum without the noise, crowds, and stimulation of typical open hours. We limit the number of families who can attend, turn down sounds and lights, and provide adaptive equipment such as noise-reducing headphones and weighted vests. When available, specialists will be on hand to help facilitate activities and provide resources. Register to attend.

 Friday, January 3, 17, and 31 from 3:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.: Food Science Friday

Join us in Follow That Food for fun kitchen experiments.  These projects will teach you concepts in various learning areas like science, technology, engineering, mathematics, and art. Guests will get to engage with food in an all-new way!

Thursday, January 9, 10 a.m.: In Dialogue: Tools for Building a Healthy Family in the New Year 

Join us for this month’s In Dialogue. We’ll hear from Eric “Doc” Griggs, MD, International Health and Wellness Ambassador, who will share tools for building a healthy new year.  He will also discuss how to help children process the recent events in New Orleans. Register to watch on Zoom or check our resources where the video will be posted.

Saturday, January 11, 10:00 a.m.: Master Naturalist Nature Walk

Explore Our Big Backyard with a Louisiana Master Naturalist and learn about the amazing animals and plants that call LCM home!

Sunday, January 12: Art For All Day

Thanks to The Helis Foundation Art For All program, Louisiana residents can enjoy free admission to the Louisiana Children’s Museum on the second Sunday of every other month from 11:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Tickets go live the Friday before each Art for All day. They are limited in number and must be reserved in advance, for both general admission visitors and LCM members.

Art for All day is one of the ways LCM promotes access for all. To help us achieve this goal, we reserve only a limited number of tickets for LCM members, ensuring that everyone has a chance to experience the museum.

Peace Week: A Celebration of Dr. King’s Legacy

Thursday, January 16

• “Peace Songs” Musical Storytime with Sari Jordan 11:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m.

Friday, January 17

• “Peace Songs” Songwriting and Recording Workshop in Studio in the Park
• Hopes and Dreams Collaborative Popsicle Stick Quilt – Studio in the Park

Saturday, January 18 & Sunday, January 19: Peace Weekend

We will welcome special guests join us to read about the life and lessons of Dr. King and other wonderful books including Amanda Gorman’s Change Sings.

Saturday, January 18 at 1:30 p.m.

Performers and culture bearers Mama Jamilah and Baba Luther will guide us through Bamboula 2000’s Imagination Tour. Join us as we travel to the African Diaspora via Imagination Airlines. We will drum, dance, sing, and learn about our connections to our African Ancestry and the cultures that make New Orleans the cultural mecca that it is today.

Saturday, January 18 at 2:00 p.m.

• Our Peace Parade will follow Bamboula 2000’s performance.
• LCM Artist in Residence Sari Jordan will join us for the Peace Parade and share “Peace Songs”

Sunday, January 19 at 1:30 p.m.

We will continue our special story times and practice peaceful yoga together.

Saturday January 25, 3:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.: Filling Our Plate Nutrition Workshop

Join us for an interactive introduction to healthy eating as a family. Led by mom and registered dietician, Mary Catherine Frances, caregivers and children will learn the principles of nutrition as they participate in this fun and engaging workshop. This workshop is FREE for LCM members and just $5 non-members. Register today!

Saturday January 25 from 10:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.: Lunar New Year Celebration and Cultural Exchange with Xavier University’s Chinese Program

Join us for a fun and interactive Lunar New Year Celebration kickoff and cultural exchange led by members of the Xavier University Chinese Program! Learn about the Lunar New Year traditions of China and Taiwan with an informative presentation and activities for the whole family. Let’s welcome 2025 together and the new year of the Snake!

Lunar New Year 2025 is January 29 to February 4

Come wish a loved one health, happiness, and good fortune as we celebrate Lunar New Year, also known as Tết in Vietnam, and in our local Vietnamese community! Each new year presents us with new joys and challenges, and the symbolic zodiac animal each year inspires us to reflect on its special traits and gifts. 2025 is the year of the Snake, representing wisdom, intuition, and transformation. In which ways will you share your luck with your friends and family this year? Bring your best new year’s wishes to our Studio in the Park for our Lunar New Year interactive art activity where you will also have an opportunity to share your own Lunar New Year traditions or learn about the new year traditions that stem from parts of China, Vietnam, and other Asian countries that observe the Lunar Calendar!

Thursday, January 30 from 5:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.: Sensory Friendly Caregiver Peer Support Group,  via Zoom

Parents and caregivers of children with sensory needs are invited to join our peer support that will take place the fourth Thursday of each month via Zoom.  Contact us with questions.