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The Children's Museum of Wilmington Celebrates Autumn at EEK! Week Festival on October 31st
Wilmington, NC – October 13, 2025 - The Children’s Museum of Wilmington is gearing up for their EEK! Week Festival on Friday, October...

CMOW
Oct 13, 20252 min read


Field Trips at CMoW: What Teachers, Homeschool Leaders, and Childcare Centers Need to Know
Field trips at the Children’s Museum of Wilmington go beyond a day out—they’re immersive learning adventures. With flexible packages, hands-on exhibits, and standards-based programming, teachers, homeschool leaders, and childcare centers can create meaningful, curiosity-driven experiences for every student.

CMOW
Oct 3, 20254 min read


Why CMoW Membership Is More Than Just Unlimited Visits
A CMoW membership is more than just unlimited play—it’s your ticket to flexibility, exclusive perks, and meaningful impact. Whether you're dropping in weekly or visiting Wilmington with kids, your membership gives you access to hands-on fun, discounts, guest passes, and more.

CMOW
Sep 2, 20253 min read


Why Wilmington Parents Love the Children’s Museum (And You Will Too)
When you're a parent, finding activities that are fun, meaningful, and screen-free can feel impossible. That’s where The Children’s...

CMOW
Jul 16, 20254 min read


Planning a Birthday Party at the Children’s Museum? Here’s What You Need to Know
Tired of hosting at home? Skip the stress! Birthday parties at the Children’s Museum of Wilmington are fun, easy, and mess-free. With hands-on exhibits, creative themes, and all-day access, kids play while parents relax. Choose from 3 unique packages to fit your style and budget.

CMOW
Jul 2, 20254 min read


How to Make Learning Fun for Kids with Hands-On Activities
Hands-on learning turns everyday play into powerful educational experiences. At The Children’s Museum of Wilmington, we spark curiosity and creativity through interactive exhibits, fun science experiments, and imaginative play that help children explore, discover, and grow.

CMOW
May 13, 20255 min read


Why Rainy Days Are the Best Days to Visit The Children’s Museum of Wilmington
Stuck inside with the kids on a rainy day? Don’t let the weather dampen your plans! Head to The Children’s Museum of Wilmington for hands-on STEAM exhibits, creative play, and indoor adventures that turn gray skies into bright moments. Bonus: Your visit supports a local nonprofit and keeps the fun going long after you leave.

CMOW
Apr 22, 20254 min read


5 Ways to Encourage STEAM Learning in Your Kids (Without Them Realizing it’s Learning)
STEAM learning doesn’t have to feel like schoolwork. Explore five creative, everyday ways to inspire science, tech, engineering, art, and math thinking in your kids—while they’re having fun! From kitchen experiments to nature walks and hands-on museum exhibits in Wilmington, NC, each activity is packed with discovery and joy.

CMOW
Apr 14, 20254 min read


Creating an Ideal Place for Play
It's said it takes a village to raise a child. And nowhere will you find that proverb brought to life than at the Children's Museum of...
Wilmington Magazine
Mar 14, 20243 min read
Science centers receive $2.4M to promote STEM education
Several science centers on the coast are among 53 statewide to be awarded $2.4 million through the North Carolina Science Museums grant...

CMOW
Jan 24, 20242 min read
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