Run away to the circus at Portland Children’s Museum. Join us January 31 to experience the thrills of the circus through silly costumes, playful props, and exciting stunts. Click here>>

The Museum Artist Residencies program is designed to give children an opportunity to learn and participate in a collaborative process, creating fine art with a professional artist. We are pleased to announce Colin Cushman as our Artist in Residence for January through February 2015. We invite visitors to explore paint and pastel with us as we adventure through memories and imagination. Click here>>

What could be more inspiring than school at a children’s museum? Opal Beginning School (private preschool) and Opal Charter School (grades K-5) will both be hosting open house sessions. To learn more about these programs, including applications, eligibility requirements, the lottery process, and related deadlines, click here>>