Accommodations

CMEC offers a number of accommodations for your visit! Staff members are available to help you access any of these accommodations or answer any questions.

Sensory Room

The sensory room is designed for sensory regulation. It is equipped with multiple sensory materials, including sensory seating, adjustable lighting, noise-canceling headphones, fidgets, a light wall and a starry sky tunnel!

Elevator

We have two floors of exhibits. When you first enter the museum, you can find the elevator to the right of the welcome desk. It will bring you near the 2nd floor restrooms and sensory room. Exhibits are easy to access.

The Makery

The Makery is supplied with adaptive tools to support access for all visitors. We have adaptive scirros, triangle crayons, paper grip and more! Ask a staff member if you need help locating these materials.

Universal Design

Our exhibits are designed considering all people of diverse abilities by complying with universal design standards.

The universal design standards extend thinking to limiting barriers that may be encountered within a space.
It is our intention to address usability so our exhibits can be used by all people to the maximum extent by creating interactive and accessible exhibits and environments.

Considering a Visit?

Check Our Event Schedule

Our event schedule will help determine a less busy time for visitors. Field trips and events increase the number of guests at the museum which may contribute to the overall stimulation of your visit.

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August

2

9:00 am

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3:00 pm

Empowered Parents Expo 2025 by Mama Bear Family Care

Special Event
This all-day, FREE event at the Children’s Museum of Eau Claire, is designed to provide families with opportunities for connection and enrichment in a relaxed, fun atmosphere. Throughout the day, families can: 💙 PLAY together at the museum — CMEC admission + parking in the adjacent ramp = both FREE! 💙 MEET other families in a similar stage of life 💙 INTERACT with vendors / practitioners 💙 LISTEN to professional speakers on relevant topics 💙 PARTICIPATE in car seat safety checks with certified techs 💙 WIN exciting giveaways! As in everything we do, Mama Bear values meeting parents where they are and empowering them to tap into their instincts as they grow in confidence as parents. At the Expo, local practitioners who support and equip parents to care for themselves and their children will be on hand as SPONSORS, SPEAKERS and VENDORS, with giveaways for those who attend. Many thanks to our Platinum sponsor, Smiles in Motion, for helping fund this impactful community event! As for why Mama Bear organizes and hosts the Expo, Jennifer Hafele emphasizes, “Resourcing our parents to be at their best has a beautiful trickle-down effect on our children. When parents are truly empowered—happy, healthy, and well—it opens the door for the whole family to be happy, healthy, and well, too.” WE HOPE YOU WILL PLAN TO JOIN US FOR THIS FUN, FREE EVENT! 🐻
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August

21

4:30 pm

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6:30 pm

Countdown to Kindergarten

Special Event
Get ready for the big first day with Countdown to Kindergarten, a fun and engaging event designed to help children entering Kindergarten this fall feel confident and excited! Families will experience: 🚌 Real school bus rides! 🥪 A sample lunch line experience! 🧑‍🎨 Circle time and an art class just like in the classroom! 👗 A back-to-school fashion show and shop featuring Planette Kids and That's Adorable! 🤝 Community resources to support your child’s transition to school. This event is FREE and open to all families with children starting Kindergarten this fall. Come explore, learn, and celebrate this exciting milestone together!
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August

30

11:00 am

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11:45 am

Dinosaur Dimensions at CMEC

Special Event
An amazing collection of realistic puppets present an experience like no other. From cute baby Triceratops to a life size Raptor, or even a Pteranodon & T-Rex - you do not want to miss out on this show held on the CMEC stage upstairs! Free with membership/daily admission.
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You Should Know

Below are a collection of common questions and concerns our visitors ask us.

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Decorating & Food
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Prices, Payments, and Refunds
Where do we Park?

Have any further questions?

Give us a call at 715-832-5437 or send an e-mail to Hello@ChildrensMuseumEC.com