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Discover our world through maker and S.T.E.A.M. activities, movement activities, and stories. This program is for preschool-aged children (ages 3-5) and their caregivers. Nature Niños incorporates Spanish vocabulary, songs, and stories in its program. Dress for messes and movement!
Cost: $5/$7
Advanced Registration encouraged. Register here
This program focuses on parents and their babies, from birth to 12 months, giving them a place to gather and enjoy casual conversation with fellow parents while their little ones play. Guest speakers from partner organizations will lead discussions and activities related to infant growth, and development. The goal of this program is to support YOU as parents, and we invite you to both join and tell us how this program and community groups can best help you!
Free of charge for parent and infant (under one year of age.) May not be combined with additional admissions.
Brought to you by Family Connects in partnership with Peoria PlayHouse Children’s Museum.
Who doesn’t love learning while playing?!
During this program for children 1 – 4 years of age and their grown-ups, children develop language, small motor skills, and social skills while engaging in hands-on exploration.
Each class includes:
- songs and musical instruments,
- a read-aloud story,
- time for play, and
- a visual art activity.
Look for a different theme each week!
January Weekly Themes:
- 01/09 – Construction Vehicles
- 01/16 – Animals*
- 01/23 – Getting Dressed
- 01/30 – Weather
*On the 3rd Thursday of each month, we have an extra fun session with special guest, Robin the puppeteer.
Advanced registration is recommended. Register Here
Program Cost (children only; no additional cost for adults accompanying children):
$5 for members, $7 for non-members.
Fee does not include the cost for museum admission.
Program Cost + PlayHouse Admission for the Day (non-members only):
$17 per child and $11 per adult.
This program has been made possible by a grant from OSF Children’s Hospital of Illinois.
🌍✨ Homeschool Inspired by Ecosystems
Dive into the fascinating world of ecosystems with Homeschool classes! Join Peoria PlayHouse on the third Thursday of each month at the Noble Center to explore Ecosystems! ✨🌍
Designed for children ages 5-12, this engaging program combines science, technology, engineering, art, and math (STEAM) to build critical thinking and creative skills.
Students will discover how ecosystems function, spark their curiosity about the environment, engage in hands-on activities in the maker space to create, imagine, and explore the interconnected wonders of the natural world.
Advance registration is required. Register Here.
Homeschool Inspired by Ecosystems Schedule:
(3rd Thursday of the month: January-April at the Noble Center to explore Ecosystems!)
- January 16
- February 20
- March 20
- April 24
This program focuses on parents and their babies, from birth to 12 months, giving them a place to gather and enjoy casual conversation with fellow parents while their little ones play. Guest speakers from partner organizations will lead discussions and activities related to infant growth, and development. The goal of this program is to support YOU as parents, and we invite you to both join and tell us how this program and community groups can best help you!
Free of charge for parent and infant (under one year of age.) May not be combined with additional admissions.
Brought to you by Family Connects in partnership with Peoria PlayHouse Children’s Museum.
Who doesn’t love learning while playing?!
During this program for children 1 – 4 years of age and their grown-ups, children develop language, small motor skills, and social skills while engaging in hands-on exploration.
Each class includes:
- songs and musical instruments,
- a read-aloud story,
- time for play, and
- a visual art activity.
Look for a different theme each week!
January Weekly Themes:
- 01/09 – Construction Vehicles
- 01/16 – Animals*
- 01/23 – Getting Dressed
- 01/30 – Weather
*On the 3rd Thursday of each month, we have an extra fun session with special guest, Robin the puppeteer.
Advanced registration is recommended. Register Here
Program Cost (children only; no additional cost for adults accompanying children):
$5 for members, $7 for non-members.
Fee does not include the cost for museum admission.
Program Cost + PlayHouse Admission for the Day (non-members only):
$17 per child and $11 per adult.
This program has been made possible by a grant from OSF Children’s Hospital of Illinois.
Grupo Social Para Padres e Hijos
Para nuevos padres y sus bebés y para los que están en la Dulce Espera
1er Miercoles del Mes | 9:30-11:30am | En el Peoria PlayHouse Children’s Museum en el Glen Oak Park – Sala de Arte
¡Entrada gratuita para los padres y sus bebés menores de un año!
Café y bocadillos seran provehidos
Conozca a otros padres y obtenga apoyo para ayudarlo a sobresalir como nuevo padre
Para mas información escríbenos: Email: familyconnects@chail.org | Llamar o enviar un mensaje de texto al 309-214-6675
Presentado por Family Connects en colaboracion con Peoria PlayHouse Children’s Museum
This program focuses on parents and their babies, from birth to 12 months, giving them a place to gather and enjoy casual conversation with fellow parents while their little ones play. Guest speakers from partner organizations will lead discussions and activities related to infant growth, and development. The goal of this program is to support YOU as parents, and we invite you to both join and tell us how this program and community groups can best help you!
Free of charge for parent and infant (under one year of age.) May not be combined with additional admissions.
Brought to you by Family Connects in partnership with Peoria PlayHouse Children’s Museum.
This program focuses on parents and their babies, from birth to 12 months, giving them a place to gather and enjoy casual conversation with fellow parents while their little ones play. Guest speakers from partner organizations will lead discussions and activities related to infant growth, and development. The goal of this program is to support YOU as parents, and we invite you to both join and tell us how this program and community groups can best help you!
Free of charge for parent and infant (under one year of age.) May not be combined with additional admissions.
Brought to you by Family Connects in partnership with Peoria PlayHouse Children’s Museum.
Who doesn’t love learning while playing?!
During this program for children 1 – 4 years of age and their grown-ups, children develop language, small motor skills, and social skills while engaging in hands-on exploration.
Each class includes:
- songs and musical instruments,
- a read-aloud story,
- time for play, and
- a visual art activity.
Look for a different theme each week!
January Weekly Themes:
- 01/09 – Construction Vehicles
- 01/16 – Animals*
- 01/23 – Getting Dressed
- 01/30 – Weather
*On the 3rd Thursday of each month, we have an extra fun session with special guest, Robin the puppeteer.
Advanced registration is recommended. Register Here
Program Cost (children only; no additional cost for adults accompanying children):
$5 for members, $7 for non-members.
Fee does not include the cost for museum admission.
Program Cost + PlayHouse Admission for the Day (non-members only):
$17 per child and $11 per adult.
This program has been made possible by a grant from OSF Children’s Hospital of Illinois.
This program focuses on parents and their babies, from birth to 12 months, giving them a place to gather and enjoy casual conversation with fellow parents while their little ones play. Guest speakers from partner organizations will lead discussions and activities related to infant growth, and development. The goal of this program is to support YOU as parents, and we invite you to both join and tell us how this program and community groups can best help you!
Free of charge for parent and infant (under one year of age.) May not be combined with additional admissions.
Brought to you by Family Connects in partnership with Peoria PlayHouse Children’s Museum.
Who doesn’t love learning while playing?!
During this program for children 1 – 4 years of age and their grown-ups, children develop language, small motor skills, and social skills while engaging in hands-on exploration.
Each class includes:
- songs and musical instruments,
- a read-aloud story,
- time for play, and
- a visual art activity.
Look for a different theme each week!
January Weekly Themes:
- 01/09 – Construction Vehicles
- 01/16 – Animals*
- 01/23 – Getting Dressed
- 01/30 – Weather
*On the 3rd Thursday of each month, we have an extra fun session with special guest, Robin the puppeteer.
Advanced registration is recommended. Register Here
Program Cost (children only; no additional cost for adults accompanying children):
$5 for members, $7 for non-members.
Fee does not include the cost for museum admission.
Program Cost + PlayHouse Admission for the Day (non-members only):
$17 per child and $11 per adult.
This program has been made possible by a grant from OSF Children’s Hospital of Illinois.
Discover our world through maker and S.T.E.A.M. activities, movement activities, and stories. This program is for preschool-aged children (ages 3-5) and their caregivers. Nature Niños incorporates Spanish vocabulary, songs, and stories in its program. Dress for messes and movement!
Cost: $5/$7
Advanced Registration encouraged. Register here
This program focuses on parents and their babies, from birth to 12 months, giving them a place to gather and enjoy casual conversation with fellow parents while their little ones play. Guest speakers from partner organizations will lead discussions and activities related to infant growth, and development. The goal of this program is to support YOU as parents, and we invite you to both join and tell us how this program and community groups can best help you!
Free of charge for parent and infant (under one year of age.) May not be combined with additional admissions.
Brought to you by Family Connects in partnership with Peoria PlayHouse Children’s Museum.
Who doesn’t love learning while playing?!
During this program for children 1 – 4 years of age and their grown-ups, children develop language, small motor skills, and social skills while engaging in hands-on exploration.
Each class includes:
- songs and musical instruments,
- a read-aloud story,
- time for play, and
- a visual art activity.
Look for a different theme each week!
January Weekly Themes:
- 01/09 – Construction Vehicles
- 01/16 – Animals*
- 01/23 – Getting Dressed
- 01/30 – Weather
*On the 3rd Thursday of each month, we have an extra fun session with special guest, Robin the puppeteer.
Advanced registration is recommended. Register Here
Program Cost (children only; no additional cost for adults accompanying children):
$5 for members, $7 for non-members.
Fee does not include the cost for museum admission.
Program Cost + PlayHouse Admission for the Day (non-members only):
$17 per child and $11 per adult.
This program has been made possible by a grant from OSF Children’s Hospital of Illinois.
This program focuses on parents and their babies, from birth to 12 months, giving them a place to gather and enjoy casual conversation with fellow parents while their little ones play. Guest speakers from partner organizations will lead discussions and activities related to infant growth, and development. The goal of this program is to support YOU as parents, and we invite you to both join and tell us how this program and community groups can best help you!
Free of charge for parent and infant (under one year of age.) May not be combined with additional admissions.
Brought to you by Family Connects in partnership with Peoria PlayHouse Children’s Museum.