Play it Forward Annual Fundraiser – MUSEUM IS CLOSED

SPARK, the Children's Museum of Rochester

Please join us Under the Big Top for our annual Play It Forward fundraiser, benefiting SPARK. Always a sell-out event, our Play It Forward fundraiser is an experience unlike any other, and this year it is BIGGER and BETTER than ever! Celebrate the impact SPARK has on our community with carnival-themed culinary delights and cocktails. Get your […]

A Halloween SPARKTACULAR! 🎃

SPARK, the Children's Museum of Rochester

Spooktacular fun is upon us this fall! Come to SPARK for our safe and fa-boo-lous family-friendly Halloween event, SPARKTACULAR, on Thursday, October 31st from 5:30 – 7:00 PM. Dress up in your spooky best for the costume contest, create a Halloween themed sensory bottle to take home, take a family photo in the photo booth, […]

SPARK at the Rochester Symphony!

Mayo Civic Center 30 Civic Center Dr SE, Rochester, MN, United States

The Rochester Symphony hosts Free Family Preview concerts featuring shortened version of our regular concert just for kids! With engaging stories about the music in a casual environment - it's a perfect introduction to the orchestra or a night on the town for little ones. SPARK Children's Museum will join us to provide some fun […]

👨‍🚒 Fire Department: People in Your Neighborhood

SPARK, the Children's Museum of Rochester

As part of People in Your Neighborhood, the Rochester Fire Department will be visiting SPARK on Tuesday, November 19, from 10:00 - 11:00AM! Check out a real fire truck in person! Program is included with daily admission or membership. Made possible by New Horizon Academy.

🤠 County Sheriff: People in Your Neighborhood!

SPARK, the Children's Museum of Rochester

As part of People in Your Neighborhood, the Olmsted County Sheriff will be visiting SPARK on Tuesday, November 19, from 1:00 - 2:00PM! The lights will be flashin’ on the Sheriff’s squad car and you might see their trusty dog, Duke! Program is included with daily admission or membership. All made possible by New Horizon […]

👷‍♂️ Public Utilities: People in Your Neighborhood

SPARK, the Children's Museum of Rochester

As part of People in Your Neighborhood, the Rochester Public Utilities will be visiting SPARK on Tuesday, November 19, from 2:00 - 3:00PM! Have you ever seen a line truck up close?? The bucket can get so high! Program is included with daily admission or membership. All made possible by New Horizon Academy

🚍 School Bus: People in Your Neighborhood

SPARK, the Children's Museum of Rochester

As part of People in Your Neighborhood, a First Student School Bus will be visiting SPARK on Wednesday, November 20, from 10:00 -11:00AM!Get the experience of a REAL school bus! Program is included with daily admission or membership. All made possible by New Horizon Academy

❄️ Snow Plow: Public Works: People in Your Neighborhood!

SPARK, the Children's Museum of Rochester

As part of People in Your Neighborhood, a Snow Plow from Rochester Public Works will be visiting SPARK on Wednesday, November 20, from 1:00 - 2:00PM! As we’re gearing up for the snowy season, check out what the inside of a snow plow is like! Program is included with daily admission or membership. All made […]

👮‍♂️ Police Department: People in Your Neighborhood

SPARK, the Children's Museum of Rochester

As part of People in Your Neighborhood, the Rochester Police Department will be visiting SPARK on Thursday, November 21, from 10:00 - 11:00AM! Have you been in a real squad car? Now’s your chance! Program is included with daily admission or membership. All made possible by New Horizon Academy

🚑 Mayo Clinic Ambulance: People in Your Neighborhood

SPARK, the Children's Museum of Rochester

As part of People in Your Neighborhood, a Mayo Clinic Ambulance will be visiting SPARK on Thursday, November 21, from 1:00 – 2:00PM! Make a ride in an ambulance a bit less scary! Program is included with daily admission or membership. All made possible by New Horizon Academy

🎶 Rochester Public Music: People in Your Neighborhood

SPARK, the Children's Museum of Rochester

As part of People in Your Neighborhood, Rochester Public Music  will be visiting SPARK on Friday, November 22, from 10:00 – 11:00AM! Let’s get artsy! Our cities music department wants your helps making a collage! Program is included with daily admission or membership. All made possible by New Horizon Academy