Our Programs
Upcoming Weekly Programs at the North Shore Children’s Museum
We are pleased to offer many weekly programs and special events throughout the month. With the help of our wonderful, creative partners and support from donors, the majority of our programs are free with the purchase of admission. Upcoming events are listed below. If you have any specific questions about events please reach out to NSCMinfo@peabody-ma.gov.
Upcoming Programs – Week of August 17, 2025
Wed 8/20: Nature Art with Kate. Join art teacher and NSCM staff member Kate for a fun morning of animal and nature themed crafting! This program is appropriate for pre-k aged guest and older.
Thurs 8/21: Join us this Thursday for Interactive Story Time! Join Lynne for a new story each month, from which you will be introduced to a handful of American Sign Language signs that fit into the story.
Sat 8/23: We’re excited to have Professor Bugman and his Arthropod Petting Zoo back at North Shore Children’s Museum! Space is limited for this program. Reserve your child’s spot by signing up in our lobby day of while supplies last. The program is first come first serve, and admission for your whole party is required for attendance. Questions? Reach out to us at nscminfo@peabody-ma.gov.
Sun 8/24: Sunday STEAM Club for ages 5+. Come explore science, technology, engineering, art, and math with NSCM staff member Matt. Every STEAM club session will see your kids participating in hands-on activities while exploring a new topic. Space is limited, please add a participant ticket to your cart along with admission for your entire party.
Children’s programs are free with admission to the coinciding play session unless otherwise designated. Tickets are subject to availability.
Upcoming Programs – Week of August 24, 2025
Wed 8/27: Legopalooza. We are excited to be able to offer a vast array of Legos for kids to build with in our back party room from 9AM – 12PM and 1PM-4PM. Please note that Lego Bricks are rated for ages 4 and up. Special thanks to friend of North Shore Children’s Museum Ryan for generously donating the Legos for this program!
Thurs 8/28: Join us for Art Adventures with Pam! Explore the world though art, and get your passport stamped at each Art Adventures program.
Sun 8/31: Lego Challenge. Join us in the back party room anytime between 2PM and 4PM on Sunday and try your hand at the Lego challenge of the day. There will also be time for free building. Guests who attempt the challenge will get a Lego themed sticker to take home.
Children’s programs are free with admission to the coinciding play session unless otherwise designated. Tickets are subject to availability.
Upcoming Programs – Week of August 31, 2025
Closed Monday September 1 – Happy Labor Day!
Sat 9/6: Join us for Music and Movement with MaryBeth Maes this Saturday at 10AM. Marybeth will have your little ones singing, dancing, and playing along to the music!
Sun 9/7: CLOSED for Peabody International Festival. Come check out our booths at the festival!
Children’s programs are free with admission to the coinciding play session unless otherwise designated. Tickets are subject to availability.
Upcoming Programs – Week of September 7, 2025
Wed 9/10: Legopalooza. We are excited to be able to offer a vast array of Legos for kids to build with in our back party room all day on Wednesday. Please note that Lego Bricks are rated for ages 4 and up. Special thanks to friend of North Shore Children’s Museum Ryan for generously donating the Legos for this program!
Thurs 9/11: Join us for Art Adventures with Pam! Explore the world though art, and get your passport stamped at each Art Adventures program.
Fri 9/12: Drop in to our back party room during either of our play sessions today for fun back to school themed crafts. All materials and directions will be available for you to make a paper bag back pack and color pencil friends bookmarks!
Sat 9/13: Drop in to our back party room between 9AM-11AM today for fun back to school themed crafts. All materials and directions will be available for you to make a paper bag back pack and color pencil friends bookmarks!
Tickets for our low-sensory play session are limited, and available online now. There may be some tickets in person on Saturday, depending upon pre-sale numbers.
Sun 9/14: Lego Challenge. Join us in the back party room anytime between 2PM and 4PM on Sunday and try your hand at the Lego challenge of the day. There will also be time for free building. Guests who attempt the challenge will get a Lego themed sticker to take home.
Children’s programs are free with admission to the coinciding play session unless otherwise designated. Tickets are subject to availability.
Upcoming Programs – Week of September 14, 2025
Thurs 9/18: Join us this Thursday for a special storytime with NSCM staff and former Kindergarten teacher Pam!
Fri 9/19: Join Miss Shelley for kids yoga and mindfulness this Friday at 10AM. Take some time during this busy week to breathe and move your body.
Sat 9/20: Low-sensory Play Session, 2-4PM. Created for our friends with autism and sensory processing disorders, we have reduced the number of tickets available for this play session, and will dim lights and sounds to become a more welcoming environment. You do not need a formal diagnosis to attend this play session. If you have any questions about our low-sensory play sessions, please reach out to us at nscminfo@peabody-ma.gov.
Tickets for our low-sensory play session are limited, and available online now. There may be some tickets in person on Saturday, depending upon pre-sale numbers.
Sun 9/21: Sunday STEAM Club for ages 5+. Come explore science, technology, engineering, art, and math with our NSCM staff! Every STEAM club session will see your kids participating in hands-on activities while exploring a new topic. Space is limited, please add a participant ticket to your cart along with admission for your entire party.
Children’s programs are free with admission to the coinciding play session unless otherwise designated. Tickets are subject to availability.
Upcoming Programs – Week of September 21, 2025
Wed 9/24: Legopalooza. We are excited to be able to offer a vast array of Legos for kids to build with in our back party room from 9AM – 12PM and 1PM-4PM. Please note that Lego Bricks are rated for ages 4 and up. Special thanks to friend of North Shore Children’s Museum Ryan for generously donating the Legos for this program!
Fri 9/26: Our friends from Inclyousion Sports are back! Join Inclyousion Sports coaches here at NSCM at 10AM for a fun sports program. Inclyousion Sports provides inclusive sports enrichment programs to children in Massachusetts, using innovative behavioral methods to teach sports, fitness, and social skills.
Sat 9/27: NEW PROGRAM! Join NSCM staff member Christina at 3PM today for a half hour of kid’s theater games. Christina has years of experience teaching theater and improv to all ages. This program is best for our elementary aged guests, but all are welcome to attend. Our youngest guests may need some parental assistance to fully participate.
Sun 9/28: Lego Challenge. Join us in the back party room anytime between 2PM and 4PM on Sunday and try your hand at the Lego challenge of the day. There will also be time for free building. Guests who attempt the challenge will get a Lego themed sticker to take home.
Children’s programs are free with admission to the coinciding play session unless otherwise designated. Tickets are subject to availability.
Thank you to our sponsors!
Special thanks to our generous montly programming sponsors. We are gratefull for your support!
