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The Power of Play
Everyone probably remembers playing as a child, whether they were swinging at recess, playing hide-and-seek with neighbors, or acting out...
CMOW
Apr 28, 20192 min read


Children’s Museum Receives $14,300 Grant from Landfall Foundation
DOWNTOWN WILMINGTON, NC – The Children’s Museum of Wilmington is honored to announce they have received a $14,300 capital grant from the...
Johanna Colburn Hamilton| Marketing Coordinator
Apr 25, 20192 min read


How to Celebrate Earth Day with Kids
Each year, Earth Day reminds us to be thankful for our planet and to take care of it. Since children will be the caretakers of our planet...
CMOW
Apr 21, 20192 min read


Why Should Kids Learn STEM?
STEM learning, which includes science, technology, engineering, and math, often uses real-world scenarios to teach children how to solve...
CMOW
Apr 12, 20192 min read


Parents and Teachers: How to Make the Most of a Museum Visit
As a child, I always loved visiting museums with my family or for class field trips. Being up close and personal to displays of history,...
CMOW
Apr 7, 20192 min read


Children’s Museum Announces Endowment Fund Match Challenge
DOWNTOWN WILMINGTON, NC – The Children’s Museum of Wilmington announces that Ned and Margaret Barclay have recently and graciously...
Johanna Colburn Hamilton| Marketing Coordinator
Apr 2, 20191 min read


Parenting Tips for Transitioning to Daycare/Childcare
For parents of young children, the transition to daycare or babysitting can seem daunting. As someone who has babysat for a few different...
CMOW
Mar 31, 20192 min read


Children’s Museum Partners with U.S. Navy to Host Special Events
DOWNTOWN WILMINGTON, N.C. – During Wilmington’s Navy Week, April 1-7, The Children’s Museum of Wilmington (CMoW) will partner with the...
Johanna Colburn Hamilton | Marketing Coordinator
Mar 31, 20192 min read


Healthy Habits for Families: Fun Activities for Kids and Adults
Being ‘healthy’ as a family generally involves more than just your physical health. Health is defined by the World Health Organization as...
CMOW
Mar 24, 20193 min read


The Importance of Nature for Children
Today, most children prefer to sit in front of a screen over spending time outdoors, and many researchers and parents worry about the...
CMOW
Mar 17, 20192 min read
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