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During this program for children 1 to 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!
Advanced registration is recommended.
Cost (children only; no additional cost for adults accompanying children): $4 for members, $6 for non-members. Fee does not include the cost for museum admission.
Program Plus PlayHouse Admission for the Day (non-members only): $16 per child and $10 per adult.
This program has been made possible by a grant from OSF Children’s Hospital of Illinois.
During this program for children 1 to 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!
Advanced registration is recommended.
Cost (children only; no additional cost for adults accompanying children): $4 for members, $6 for non-members. Fee does not include the cost for museum admission.
Program Plus PlayHouse Admission for the Day (non-members only): $16 per child and $10 per adult.
This program has been made possible by a grant from OSF Children’s Hospital of Illinois.
Come create art with us!
Join us each week to explore how illustrators bring imagination to life through various artistic processes. Each month features a different theme.
July’s theme is Multimedia!
This program has been made possible by a grant from the Community Foundation of Central Illinois and is partially supported by a grant from the Illinois Arts Council Agency.
Spark your child’s imagination through a friendly game of Dungeons & Dragons. This five-week program unleashes your child’s creativity beyond what they thought was possible. They will go on unbelievable adventures, create characters without any limitations, and gain everlasting memories.
With all this fun, they won’t notice that in each session they’re building social-emotional skills, including teamwork, problem-solving, communication, and critical thinking.
Session A takes place on Sundays from 12 to 2 pm.
This program is for children 8 to 12 years old. Advanced registration is required.
To participate in this session, you must register by June 23rd.
Spark your child’s imagination through a friendly game of Dungeons & Dragons. This five-week program unleashes your child’s creativity beyond what they thought was possible. They will go on unbelievable adventures, create characters without any limitations, and gain everlasting memories.
With all this fun, they won’t notice that in each session they’re building social-emotional skills, including teamwork, problem-solving, communication, and critical thinking.
Session B takes place on Sundays from 2:30 to 4:30 pm.
This program is for children 8 to 12 years old. Advanced registration is required.
To participate in this session, you must register by June 23rd.
Come create art with us!
Join us each week to explore how illustrators bring imagination to life through various artistic processes. Each month features a different theme.
July’s theme is Multimedia!
This program has been made possible by a grant from the Community Foundation of Central Illinois and is partially supported by a grant from the Illinois Arts Council Agency.
During this program for children 1 to 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!
Advanced registration is recommended.
Cost (children only; no additional cost for adults accompanying children): $4 for members, $6 for non-members. Fee does not include the cost for museum admission.
Program Plus PlayHouse Admission for the Day (non-members only): $16 per child and $10 per adult.
This program has been made possible by a grant from OSF Children’s Hospital of Illinois.
During this program for children 1 to 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!
Advanced registration is recommended.
Cost (children only; no additional cost for adults accompanying children): $4 for members, $6 for non-members. Fee does not include the cost for museum admission.
Program Plus PlayHouse Admission for the Day (non-members only): $16 per child and $10 per adult.
This program has been made possible by a grant from OSF Children’s Hospital of Illinois.
Come create art with us!
Join us each week to explore how illustrators bring imagination to life through various artistic processes. Each month features a different theme.
July’s theme is Multimedia!
This program has been made possible by a grant from the Community Foundation of Central Illinois and is partially supported by a grant from the Illinois Arts Council Agency.
Come party with the PlayHouse and Forest Park Nature Center at a Preschool Party!
Discover our world through maker and S.T.E.A.M. activities, walks in nature, and stories depending on the location. This program is for preschool-aged children and their parents. For some locations, dress for outdoor fun!
The PlayHouse loves all our families! Come join us on July 28th from 1-3pm for a Family PRIDE Storytime and a fun maker craft! Free with general admission, perfect for families with kiddos ages 2 to 8. We will have a fun day crafting and leaning about all the families here in Peoria!
Come create art with us!
Join us each week to explore how illustrators bring imagination to life through various artistic processes. Each month features a different theme.
July’s theme is Multimedia!
This program has been made possible by a grant from the Community Foundation of Central Illinois and is partially supported by a grant from the Illinois Arts Council Agency.
During this program for children 1 to 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!
Advanced registration is recommended.
Cost (children only; no additional cost for adults accompanying children): $4 for members, $6 for non-members. Fee does not include the cost for museum admission.
Program Plus PlayHouse Admission for the Day (non-members only): $16 per child and $10 per adult.
This program has been made possible by a grant from OSF Children’s Hospital of Illinois.
During this program for children 1 to 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!
Advanced registration is recommended.
Cost (children only; no additional cost for adults accompanying children): $4 for members, $6 for non-members. Fee does not include the cost for museum admission.
Program Plus PlayHouse Admission for the Day (non-members only): $16 per child and $10 per adult.
This program has been made possible by a grant from OSF Children’s Hospital of Illinois.
Come create art with us!
Join us each week to explore how illustrators bring imagination to life through various artistic processes. Each month features a different theme.
August’s theme is Stylized!
This program has been made possible by a grant from the Community Foundation of Central Illinois and is partially supported by a grant from the Illinois Arts Council Agency.