First Friends Playgroup:
Not interested in storytime? Join the informal First Friends Playgroup also starting at 8:30am upstairs in the Primary Place exhibit. This informal gathering is a great chance for caregivers to interact, visit, and play in a space specifically designed for babies and toddlers. Both First Friends Playgroup and Baby Storytime programs are free for museum members and regular admission applies for non-members: $11 for adults and children, $9 for seniors, and no charge for babies under 12 months old.

Baby Storytime:
Doors open for Baby Storytime at 8:30am and starts at 8:45am in one of the museum’s classrooms. The Storytime is led by Early Childhood Coordinator Meredith Brustlin, MLIS �" and focuses on teaching caregivers and little ones important early literacy skills through books, songs, rhymes, puppets, toys and more. 

These two drop-in programs are perfect for children ages 6 months to two years and their parents or caregivers.

Cost:
Both First Friends Playgroup and Baby Storytime programs are free for museum members and regular admission applies for non-members: $11 for adults and children, $9 for seniors, and no charge for babies under 12 months old.