Columbus Museum of Art Thanksgiving Weekend Family Days & Wonder Room

About this adventure

Over Thanksgiving weekend, the Columbus Museum of Art welcomes families to experience creative exploration and hands-on discovery throughout its celebrated galleries. The crown jewel for children is the interactive Wonder Room, an imaginative space where kids can build structural sculptures, assemble multi-colored textile art, interact with digital storytelling installations, and engage directly with original museum artwork at their eye level. The museum's Open Studio invites visitors of all ages to experiment with seasonal collage, printmaking, and collaborative sculpting inspired by autumn harvest themes. Stroller-friendly wide galleries, family discovery backpacks filled with interactive games, and the delicious Schokko Cafe provide a relaxing, art-filled respite from holiday commotion. Family Experience & Accessibility: • Stroller Accessibility: Fully ADA-compliant throughout with wide elevator access to all floors, spacious galleries, and convenient stroller parking areas. • Nursing & Rest Spots: Dedicated private nursing room located on the first floor, fully equipped with glider chairs, changing tables, and dimmable lighting. • Age Suitability: Engaging for all age brackets; toddlers and preschoolers flourish in the Wonder Room, while teens appreciate contemporary art collections. • Sensory Tips: Wonder Room provides tactile, participatory play; main galleries offer quiet, softly illuminated spaces with sensory backpacks available at guest services.