2nd Saturdays for Families are designed for children ages 5–12 and connect hands-on learning to the Haggin Museum’s temporary exhibitions and core collection. Each Saturday experience includes a creative art project, an engaging STEM activity, a docent-led read-aloud, and a self-guided “Explore the Galleries” activity families can enjoy together. These experiences encourage curiosity, observation, and imaginative thinking while helping children make meaningful connections between stories, science, history, and works of art throughout the museum.

Reservations are not required. Activities and materials are available on a first-come, first-served basis and are included with regular museum admission.

Step into the spotlight for a Hollywood-inspired afternoon! Children will create their own personalized Hollywood star, complete with handprints, movie-themed decorations, and symbols celebrating their unique talents. Families can enjoy a special read-aloud of Marcello the Movie Mouse, experiment with everyday objects in a Foley sound-effects lab, and explore Backstage Hollywood to discover the actors, photographers, costumes, sets, and crew members who bring movies to life.