Give the New Year a Great Start at DuPage Children’s Museum

DuPage Children’s Museum (DCM) is teaming up with Inside Out Club DuPage (IOC), Naperville Public Library, Naper Settlement, Naperville Park District, and other local organizations to give children and their families opportunities to give back to their community in a fun, interactive way during Community Cares at the Museum on Saturday, January 12, from 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Participating organizations were asked to provide an activity that encourages children and their families to give back to their community and challenge the common “make and take” experience. For example, DCM will ask families to help prepare supplies for upcoming programs at the Museum. Cutting, counting, and sorting supplies is a great way to practice responsibility while building math and fine motor skills. In addition, IOC will help children create mini-fleece blankets for animals in need that will be donated to Comfort for Critters that partners with animal shelters across the country.

“The Museum is focused on broadening their impact by supporting more experiences that help children develop social and emotional skills,” said Cassie Coffey, Public Programs Coordinator, DuPage Children’s Museum. “We hope this event will show that you begin to make your community better at any age and that giving back can be a fun way for families to spend time together.”

Admission to DuPage Children's Museum is $12 for adults and children age 1 and older, and $10 for seniors; it's free for members and children under one year.

For more information about Community Cares, contact Cassie Coffey, Public Programs Coordinator, DCM, ccoffey@dupagechildrensmuseum.org or 630.637.8000 x5100.

The Museum is located at 301 N. Washington Street in Naperville, Illinois, a quick walk from the Naperville Metra train station. Parking is free and the building is wheelchair accessible. For information, visit dupagechildrens.org, follow us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.

About DuPage Children’s Museum
The Museum helps develop curiosity, creativity, thinking, and problem solving in young children through its mission: “DuPage Children’s Museum ignites the potential of all children to learn through hands-on exploration by integrating art, math, and science.” Interactive exhibits and programs make learning fun for children and adults playing together. DCM serves over 300,000 visitors annually representing all 50 states and 575 zip codes in Illinois. DCM’s reach and support represent well beyond the Chicagoland area. The Museum’s impact extends across cultural, financial, and educational boundaries. It touches the lives of children from all regions, providing the building blocks for success in school and life. The Museum is located at 301 N. Washington Street in Naperville, www.dupagechildrens.org or call (630) 637-8000.