The Children’s Museum of Wilmington Participating in "Our World: Worldwide Day of Play" on September 26th

Wilmington, NC — September 14, 2026 — The Children's Museum of Wilmington is thrilled to participate once again in Our World: Worldwide Day of Play on September 26, 2026. As a day dedicated to experiencing joyful learning through play, this event is focused on getting kids and their families up, out, and playing around.

The Children's Museum of Wilmington will be hosting a celebration of play on September 26th featuring pop-up programming and more opportunities for play to show families how everyday play can lead to lifelong learning. Children and families are invited to participate in this event by stopping in to the Museum anytime between 9am and 5pm. No special event tickets are needed.

“While we celebrate play daily, we are excited to participate in a global celebration highlighting that play transcends culture, language, and borders,” said Program Coordinator with the Museum, Anna Harris. “We hope families will come play with us on Worldwide Day of Play!”

Our World: Worldwide Day of Play is part of Nickelodeon’s Our World global initiative to inspire kids and provide them with tools to activate their individual and collective agency. As part of a network of more than 360 ACM member children’s museums who reach millions of families in North America, and the over 1,500 museums participating in Museums for All, a national access initiative that ACM manages, The Children's Museum of Wilmington is a vital collaborator in the Our World: Worldwide Day of Play.

“Play is a powerful experience that enriches people’s lives in museums, schools, homes, and beyond,” states Arthur G. Affleck, III, executive director of the Association of Children’s Museums. “ACM is pleased to partner with Nickelodeon on amplifying the importance of play on wellbeing and healthy brain development, and to make learning more effective and joyful for everyone. As children’s museums, we believe in the power of play and we strive to nurture more play and playful learning everywhere we go.”

For a list of all participating Our World: Worldwide Day of Play events and more information about the initiative, please visit www.childrensmuseums.org/dayofplay.

For press inquiries or more information about the event, please contact:

Anna Harris

Phone: 910-254-3534 x 100

Email: anna@playwilmington.org

Website: www.playwilmington.org

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About The Children's Museum of Wilmington

The Children’s Museum of Wilmington is a non-profit organization committed to inspiring creativity, exploration, and lifelong learning in children through hands-on exhibits, educational programs, and exciting events. The Museum serves as a hub for playful learning and community engagement for families across southeastern North Carolina.

About Association of Children’s Museums (ACM)

ACM is the foremost professional society supporting children’s museums in developing rich

environments that stimulate children’s natural playfulness, curiosity, and creativity. With more than 470 members in all 50 states and in 19 countries, ACM champions children’s museums and together enrich the lives of children worldwide. As a global leader, advocate, and resource for the field, ACM and our member organizations strive to build a better world for children and serve over 30 million visitors annually. Started in 1962, ACM recently marked its 60th year of impactful service to children, families, and children’s museums.”

About Nickelodeon

Nickelodeon, now in its 48th year, is the number-one entertainment brand for kids. It has built a diverse, global business by putting kids first in everything it does. The brand includes television programming and production in the United States and around the world, plus consumer products, digital, location-based experiences, publishing and feature films. For more information or artwork, visit www.nickpress.com. Nickelodeon is a part of Paramount’s (Nasdaq: PARA, PARAA) global portfolio of multimedia entertainment brands