MY Museum - Monterey County Youth Museum - Monterey, CA

Music Hiatus
2022-08-18 10:15 - 10:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | MY Museum, 425 Washington Street, Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
Our regular Thursday morning music program from 10:15 – 10:45 am is currently on hiatus and will return on Thursday, September 9th!
We look forward to seeing you then!

MUSIC & FLOWER CROWN WORKSHOP
2022-10-13 10:00 - 12:00 | MY Museum, 425 Washington Street, Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
Join us on Thursday, October 13th, for Music with Jessica from 10:15-10:45 am followed by a special Kids’ Flower Crown Workshop from 11:00 am-12:00 pm. All supplies will be provided.

FEE: Included with daily admission
WHEN: Thursday, October 13th, 10:00 am-12:00 pm

SAFETY SATURDAY
2022-10-15 10:00 - 15:00 | MY Museum, 425 Washington Street, Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
MY Museum will host Monterey firefighters and police officers for safety demonstrations, crafts and emergency vehicles. Fire Prevention Week is observed in the month of October and MY Museum is doing its part to educate families with young children on how best to be prepared for an emergency. Fire truck rides will be offered by Red Engine Rides for an additional fee.
FEE: Included with daily admission
WHEN: Saturday, October 15th, Police Officers 10:00 am–12:00 pm, Firefighters 1:00-3:00 pm
To register for the event, click here.
To register for Fire Truck Rides, click here.

MATSIKO INTERNATIONAL CHILDREN'S CHOIR
2022-10-28 15:00 - 17:00 | MY Museum, 425 Washington Street, Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
Join us for a special performance by the Matsiko Children’s Choir! Since 2008, the Matsiko World Children’s Choir has brought together orphaned children to share their story of personal empowerment through music, dance and storytelling. We are staying open late for this event – you don’t want to miss it!

FEE: Included with daily admission
WHEN: Friday, October 28th, 3:00-5:00 pm

VACCINE CLINIC
2022-11-08 15:00 - 18:00 | MY Museum, 425 Washington Street, Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
MY Museum is teaming up with First 5 Monterey County, United Way, The Monterey County Health Department, VIDA, and VNA to support families in the fight against COVID-19 and the flu. Please join us for this free vaccination clinic for anyone age 2 years and up. The museum will be closed during the event but we will have activities and fun music for participating families!
Here’s what you need to know:
-No Reservations required. Walk-ups will be assisted on a first-come, first-served basis.
-The vaccinations are free and no insurance is required.
-Children must be accompanied by a responsible caregiver over the age of 18. The responsible caregiver must stay with the minor for the duration of their time at the clinic (registration, vaccination, and observation).
-Consent: vaccination documents need to be completed and signed by a parent or legal guardian and will be available upon arrival. Please plan to stay 15 minutes after your vaccine for observation.
To make a reservation, click here.

CLOSED
2022-11-24, 2022-12-25, 2023-01-01, 2023-01-03, 2023-04-09 | MY Museum, 425 Washington Street, Monterey, CA, 93940, United States

AGE 21 & OVER GINGERBREAD EXTRAVAGANZA
2022-12-08 19:00 - 21:00 | MY Museum, 425 Washington Street, Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
Join us in getting festive for the holiday season with a fun evening of Gingerbread House decorating. We are keeping with tradition and hosting two separate events….Kid-Friendly and 21 & over! Advanced registration is required! These events sell out–get your tickets early!
21 AND OVER EVENT: Thursday, December 8th, 7:00-9:00 pm. $45 per person. Ticket includes one gingerbread house plus frosting and candy to decorate, a complimentary beverage, and dessert bar. Purchase tickets for the Adult Event here.
KID-FRIENDLY EVENT: Saturday, December 10th, 6:00-7:30 pm. $35 per child/members, $40 per child/non-members. Purchase tickets for the Kids’ Event here.

KIDS' GINGERBREAD EXTRAVAGANZA
2022-12-10 18:00 - 19:30 | MY Museum, 425 Washington Street, Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
Join us in getting festive for the holiday season with a fun evening of Gingerbread House decorating. We are keeping with tradition and hosting two separate events….Kid-Friendly and 21 & over! Advanced reservations are required! These events sell out–get your tickets early!
ADULT 21 AND OVER EVENT: Thursday, December 8th, 7:00-9:00 pm. $45 per person. Ticket includes one gingerbread house plus frosting and candy to decorate, one drink ticket, and dessert bar. Purchase tickets for the Adult Event here.
KID-FRIENDLY EVENT: Saturday, December 10th, 6:00-7:30 pm. $35 per child/members, $40 per child/non-members. Ticket includes one gingerbread house plus frosting and candy to decorate plus a special performance by the Nutcracker dancers! Purchase tickets for the Kids’ Event here.

MY MUSEUM VACCINE CLINIC
2022-12-13 15:00 - 18:00 | MY Museum, 425 Washington Street, Monterey, CA, 93940, United States

CLOSING EARLY at 3 PM
2022-12-24 | MY Museum, 425 Washington Street, Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
MY Museum is open for play from 10 am – 3 pm today!

NOON YEAR's CELEBRATION
2022-12-31 10:00 - 12:00 | MY Museum, 425 Washington Street, Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
Join the MY Museum Staff and Board of Directors for an unforgettable Noon Year‘s Eve Celebration complete with noisemakers, face painting and party hats. Watch the Noon Year‘s Ball light up as we count down together. This signature event has become a much anticipated celebration! Reservations are required!
FEE: $10 per person/members, $20 per person/non-members
WHEN: Saturday, December 31st, 10:00 am-12:15 pm

Purchase tickets HERE!

FUN & GAMES 2023
2023-01-28 19:30 - 22:00 | MY Museum, 425 Washington Street, Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
MY Museum’s Fun & Games Night is back with tons of fun board games–oldies but goodies as well as the hot new ones–music and entertainment, awesome food from local restaurants and an amazing selection of wines.

Traditionally a place for little ones to play, this special night is for grown ups 21+ only. Play has no age limits and we are going to have some fun!

FEE: $50 per person
WHEN: Saturday, January 28th, 7:30-10:00 pm

Purchase tickets HERE.

KINDERJAM
2023-02-15 10:15 - 10:45 | MY Museum, 425 Washington Street, Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
KinderJam is a fun, exciting and high-energy Music and Movement program. Classes are taught in a Adult and Child format and designed to enrich children from birth to Kindergarten. This popular program is offered FREE to MY Museum members or included in your daily admission price! So get ready to dance the morning away!
WHEN: Every Wednesday from 10:15-10:45 am
FEE: Free for Members and Included with Daily Admission

MUSIC
2023-02-16 10:15 - 10:45 | MY Museum, 425 Washington Street, Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
Music with Jessica Bunn from The Farm in Salinas!
Join us on Thursday mornings for a half hour of singing, dancing and more! Children have a natural love of music and exposure on a regular basis helps children to become more creative when problem solving and stimulates healthy brain development.
WHEN: Thursdays, 10:15-10:45
FEE: Free for MY Museum members or included in your daily admission price!

MAKE & TAKE ART
2023-02-17 10:15 - 11:15 | MY Museum, 425 Washington Street, Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
MAKE & TAKE ART

Get crafty every Friday morning!
Art making plays a central role in cognitive, motor, language and social-emotional development. Every Tuesday, MY Museum will host a craft expert to guide kids and caregivers in a fun, hands-on project. Families will enjoy creative exploration and make something fun to take home, too. Leave the mess to us and be prepared to let your creativity go crazy!
FEE: Free for Members and Included with daily admission
WHEN: Fridays 10:15 am-11:15 am

Fire Truck Rides!
2023-02-25 09:30 - 12:00 | MY Museum, 425 Washington Street, Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
Red Engine Rides is offering 15 minute rides in their open-air fire engine for $25 per person.
Rides depart from MY Museum at 9:30 am, 10:00 am, 10:30 am, 11:00 am and 11:30 am. All children must be accompanied by a paid adult, be a minimum of age 3 and must be able to sit independently with a lap belt. No food or drink allowed on the fire engine.
RESERVATIONS REQUIRED!
To purchase tickets for the 9:30 am ride, click HERE. -SOLD OUT
To purchase tickets for the 10:00 am ride, click HERE. -SOLD OUT
To purchase tickets for the 10:30 am ride, click HERE.
To purchase tickets for the 11:00 am ride, click HERE.
To purchase tickets for the 11:30 am ride, click HERE.

Pop Up Exhibit: Potter the Otter 3 pm-7 pm
2023-03-03 15:00 - 19:00 | Del Monte Shopping Center, 1410 Del Monte Center, Monterey, CA, 93940
Potter the Otter wants to be his best self, so he’s going on a healthy adventure! With his friends – Moose, Goose, Toada and the Kangaroos – Potter learns that drinking water, eating a diet rich in fruits and vegetables and being active will help him be the healthiest, best little otter he can be. Explore Lapis Lake, Bubbling Brook, Rainbow River and The Market in this interactive STEM-based exhibit designed for children under age 5. Join us, and Potter, for your very own healthy adventure! This exhibit is based on the popular children’s book series Potter the Otter, published by FIRST 5 Santa Clara County.

Here’s what you need to know:
What Ages? Potter the Otter: A Healthy Adventure is designed for children ages 5 and under.

How Do We Get There? The Pop-Up Exhibit is located at 1410 Del Monte Center (in the Del Monte Shopping Center across from the playground).

When Can We Go?

Friday: 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Saturday & Sunday: 11:00 am – 5:00 pm
MY Museum Members ONLY Monday: 9:00 am – 12:00 pm

How Much Does It Cost?

$3 per Child/Adults are free. Buy Tickets HERE.
FREE FOR MY MUSEUM MEMBERS! To purchase your MY Museum Membership now for unlimited admission to MY Museum AND Potter the Otter: A Healthy Adventure. Click HERE.

Pop-Up Exhibit: Potter the Otter 11 am-5 pm
2023-03-04 11:00 - 17:00 | Del Monte Shopping Center, 1410 Del Monte Center, Monterey, CA, 93940

Pop-Up Exhibit: MYM Members Only Morning at Potter the Otter 9:00 am-12:00 pm
2023-03-06 09:00 - 11:30 | Del Monte Shopping Center, 1410 Del Monte Center, Monterey, CA, 93940
Potter the Otter wants to be his best self, so he’s going on a healthy adventure! With his friends – Moose, Goose, Toada and the Kangaroos – Potter learns that drinking water, eating a diet rich in fruits and vegetables and being active will help him be the healthiest, best little otter he can be. Explore Lapis Lake, Bubbling Brook, Rainbow River and The Market in this interactive STEM-based exhibit designed for children under age 5. Join us, and Potter, for your very own healthy adventure! This exhibit is based on the popular children’s book series Potter the Otter, published by FIRST 5 Santa Clara County.

Here’s what you need to know:
What Ages? Potter the Otter: A Healthy Adventure is designed for children ages 5 and under.

How Do We Get There? The Pop-Up Exhibit is located at 1410 Del Monte Center (in the Del Monte Shopping Center across from the playground).

MY Museum Members Only Mondays! Mondays at Potter the Otter are a perk for MY Museum Members ONLY! No guest passes. To become a Member, click HERE.

MYM Members Only Morning at Potter the Otter 9:00 am-12:00 pm
2023-03-27 09:00 - 12:00 | MY Museum, 425 Washington Street, Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
Mondays at Potter the Otter are a perk for MY Museum Members ONLY! No guest passes.
To make a reservation for the 9:00-10:30 am session, click HERE. – Member Walk Ins Only Today!
To make a reservation for the 10:30 am-12:00 pm session, click HERE. – Member Walk Ins Only Today!
To become a Member, click HERE.
Potter the Otter wants to be his best self, so he’s going on a healthy adventure! With his friends – Moose, Goose, Toada and the Kangaroos – Potter learns that drinking water, eating a diet rich in fruits and vegetables and being active will help him be the healthiest, best little otter he can be. Explore Lapis Lake, Bubbling Brook, Rainbow River and The Market in this interactive STEM-based exhibit designed for children under age 5. Join us, and Potter, for your very own healthy adventure! This exhibit is based on the popular children’s book series Potter the Otter, published by FIRST 5 Santa Clara County.
Here’s what you need to know:
What Ages? Potter the Otter: A Healthy Adventure is designed for children ages 5 and under.
How Do We Get There? The Pop-Up Exhibit is located at 1410 Del Monte Center (in the Del Monte Shopping Center across from the playground).

MYM Members Only Morning at Potter the Otter 9:00 am-12:00 pm
2023-04-03 09:00 - 12:00, 2023-04-10 09:00 - 12:00, 2023-04-17 09:00 - 12:00, 2023-04-24 09:00 - 12:00 | MY Museum, 425 Washington Street, Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
Mondays at Potter the Otter are a perk for MY Museum Members ONLY! No guest passes.
To make a reservation for the 9:00-10:30 am session, click HERE.
To make a reservation for the 10:30 am-12:00 pm session, click HERE.
To become a Member, click HERE.
Potter the Otter wants to be his best self, so he’s going on a healthy adventure! With his friends – Moose, Goose, Toada and the Kangaroos – Potter learns that drinking water, eating a diet rich in fruits and vegetables and being active will help him be the healthiest, best little otter he can be. Explore Lapis Lake, Bubbling Brook, Rainbow River and The Market in this interactive STEM-based exhibit designed for children under age 5. Join us, and Potter, for your very own healthy adventure! This exhibit is based on the popular children’s book series Potter the Otter, published by FIRST 5 Santa Clara County.
Here’s what you need to know:
What Ages? Potter the Otter: A Healthy Adventure is designed for children ages 5 and under.
How Do We Get There? The Pop-Up Exhibit is located at 1410 Del Monte Center (in the Del Monte Shopping Center across from the playground).

Fire Truck Rides!
2023-04-15 10:00 - 12:00 | MY Museum, 425 Washington Street, Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
Red Engine Rides is offering 15 minute rides in their open-air fire engine for $25 per person.
Rides depart from MY Museum at 10:00 am, 10:30 am, 11:00 am and 11:30 am. All children must be accompanied by a paid adult, be a minimum of age 3 and must be able to sit independently with a lap belt. No food or drink allowed on the fire engine.
RESERVATIONS REQUIRED!
To purchase tickets for the 10:00 am ride, click HERE.
To purchase tickets for the 10:30 am ride, click HERE.
To purchase tickets for the 11:00 am ride, click HERE.
To purchase tickets for the 11:30 am ride, click HERE.

MILITARY FAMILY EVENT at POTTER THE OTTER
2023-05-17 15:00 - 17:00 | Del Monte Shopping Center, 1410 Del Monte Center, Monterey, CA, 93940
Join us at our Potter the Otter Pop-Up Exhibit at the Del Monte Shopping Center for a FREE Military Family Event for children ages 5 and under. Advanced reservations and Military ID required.
May 17th, 3:00-5:00 pm – make reservations HERE.
May 24th, 3:00-5:00 pm – make reservations HERE.

Use code “MIL23” at checkout.
