Fall 2021 ECM Programs
Everyday Art
10:00-11:00 a.m.
Drop into ECM’s art studio to craft a new project each month.
All ages with a caregiver
Free with admission
Rhyme and Shine Lap Time
10:00-10:30 a.m.
These 20 to 30 minute storytimes introduce books, songs, tickles, and bounces developmentally appropriate for children ages birth to when they start walking. Rhyme and Shine is a wonderful way to introduce your child to the joys of reading in a positive and fun atmosphere.
All ages with a caregiver
This class will be held at the Nickelplate Station Train Depot
KinderMusik
11:00-11:30a.m
Come experience music of varying styles, genres, and cultures! Interact with other kids and engage in movement, rhythm, and vocal activities.
All ages welcome with caregiver
All ages with a caregiver
Free with admission
Preschool Playgroup: Fall
Tuesdays, 10:00-10:45
Join us each week for joyful learning around themed topics. Preschool playgroup is designed to build social skills while participating in fun activities.
Ages: 18 months-preK with a caregiver
$40 museum members/ $45 non-members
This class will be held at the Nickelplate Station Train Depot
Preschool Playgroup: Fall Mini
Tuesdays, 10:00-10:45
Join us for this fall themed mini preschool playgroup session. Joyful learning fall style!
Ages 18 months-preK with a caregiver
$40 museum members/ $45 non-members
This class will be held at the Nickelplate Station Train Depot
U-Invent Workshops
Meet Mr. Matt at the Nickel Plate Station for fun tinkering challenges.
10:00a.m. - 12:00p.m.
All ages with a caregiver
Free with Admission
This class will be held at the Nickelplate Station Train Depot
Grandparents Day Celebration
Join us in the ECM Art Studio to craft a fun present for your favorite grandparent.
10:00-11:30
All ages with a caregiver
Free with Admission
Halloween
Come in your Halloween Costume and join us for story time at 10:00 and crafts and a take home treat all day long.
All Day Long
Free with Admission
All ages with a caregiver
Thanksgiving Eve Eve
Join us for Thanksgiving themed stories and crafts!
10:30-11:30
Free with Admission
All ages with a caregiver
Gingerbread Workshop
Come out and craft a gingerbread masterpiece to display for the holidays.
10:30-noon
All ages with a caregiver
$15 museum members/$20 non-members
Holiday Wreath Workshop
10:00-noon
All ages with a caregiver
Free with admission
Meet Ms. Jean in the Discovery Garden Greenhouse to create your own holiday wreath with natural materials.
Christmas Crafts
Come on out to the ECM art studio and craft some holiday creations.
11:30-1:30
All ages with a caregiver
Free with admission
New Years at Noon
Put on your fanciest party clothes and join us for a New Year’s party complete with crafts and a balloon drop at noon.
9:30-noon, balloon drop at noon.
All ages with a caregiver
Free with Admission
Registration Information
Registration Policies:
Registrations close one week prior to the program date or when the program is sold out.
Registration forms can be submitted online (e-mail to executive@edwardsvillechildrensmuseum.org), mailed or dropped off.
Children may register for programs only within their age level.
Museum Members receive a discount on program fees as indicated.
Children three years old and under must be accompanied by an adult.
Complete one registration form per child.
In order to secure registration, please submit a legible contact/registration form.
Payment:
Complete payment is required within 72 hours of registration.
Registration is not complete until payment is received.
Credit cards, cash and checks are accepted in house; online payments are required for online registration.
Cancellations and Transfers:
A refund will be issued if your cancellation is received no later than two weeks prior to the first day of the program in which you are registered.
Participants may not make up or receive a refund for missed programs.
We reserve the right to cancel a program due to low enrollment (full refund will be issued).
When possible, we allow a program participant to transfer to a different program as long as there are openings and the participant is the appropriate age. Two weeks notice is required.