Events – Celebrate Community & Curiosity
From maple sugaring season to art-making adventures, CMNEK hosts events that bring our community together in meaningful and magical ways. Whether it’s a puppet show, a maker’s workshop, or a day dedicated to local legends, our events are crafted to inspire wonder, ignite imagination, and create lasting memories for families and friends of all ages.
CMNEK at the Library
CMNEK Presents: A Celebration of Living in Vermont for the Autumnal Equinox
Join us for a special program designed for children ages 0–6!
Kara Burnett, CMNEK Board Secretary, will lead little ones through a short history of Vermont using song and movement.
Enjoy stories celebrating our Brave Little State.
Create memorable crafts to take home.
The event will be hosted by Ms. Becky, Children’s Librarian, in the Children’s Room at the St. Johnsbury Athenaeum and Free Public Library on Monday, September 22, 2025, at 10:15 a.m.
We look forward to seeing you there!
Trains, Trains, Trains!
Trains, Trains, Trains! at the Welcome Center
All aboard for hands-on fun! The Children’s Museum of the Northeast Kingdom invites kids and families to explore the magic of trains during Fall for Saint J, October 11–12 at the St. Johnsbury Welcome Center. Our Trains, Trains, Trains! pop-up exhibit features wooden train tables, tracks, and plenty of playtime for young engineers. Come build, connect, and imagine as we celebrate the Kingdom’s rich railroad history together!
Trains, Trains, Trains!
Trains, Trains, Trains! at the Welcome Center
All aboard for hands-on fun! The Children’s Museum of the Northeast Kingdom invites kids and families to explore the magic of trains during Fall for Saint J, October 11–12 at the St. Johnsbury Welcome Center. Our Trains, Trains, Trains! pop-up exhibit features wooden train tables, tracks, and plenty of playtime for young engineers. Come build, connect, and imagine as we celebrate the Kingdom’s rich railroad history together!
Final Fridays
We’re thrilled to be part of Final Fridays in downtown Saint Johnsbury this summer! On three special Fridays starting in June, the Children’s Museum of the Northeast Kingdom will host a hands-on activity booth full of playful discovery. Kids can “go fishing” in our kiddie pool, color their favorite Northeast Kingdom scenes, build with trains, and dive into creative fun inspired by our local culture and landscape. It’s a perfect way to celebrate summer, community, and curiosity—come play with us!
CMNEK at Final Fridays
We’re thrilled to be part of Final Fridays in downtown Saint Johnsbury this summer! On three special Fridays starting in June, the Children’s Museum of the Northeast Kingdom will host a hands-on activity booth full of playful discovery. Kids can “go fishing” in our kiddie pool, color their favorite Northeast Kingdom scenes, build with trains, and dive into creative fun inspired by our local culture and landscape. It’s a perfect way to celebrate summer, community, and curiosity—come play with us!
Final Fridays
We’re thrilled to be part of Final Fridays in downtown Saint Johnsbury this summer! On three special Fridays starting in June, the Children’s Museum of the Northeast Kingdom will host a hands-on activity booth full of playful discovery. Kids can “go fishing” in our kiddie pool, color their favorite Northeast Kingdom scenes, build with trains, and dive into creative fun inspired by our local culture and landscape. It’s a perfect way to celebrate summer, community, and curiosity—come play with us!
Newport Winter Carnival Pop Up
We brought the magic of the Children’s Museum of the Northeast Kingdom to the Newport Winter Carnival—and what a joyful day it was! Families gathered in the gym to explore our “Build the NEK” activity zone, where kids dove into Lincoln Logs, trains, and imaginative play inspired by local landscapes. Our used book fundraiser made a return, offering stories for just 25 cents, and sparking smiles across generations. With hands-on fun, historic photos of the Kingdom, and the warm spirit of community, this pop-up brought a taste of what’s to come at CMNEK. Thanks to everyone who stopped by—we can’t wait to see you again soon!
First Night North
We launched the Children’s Museum of the Northeast Kingdom with a joyful sneak peek during First Night North in Saint Johnsbury! Families stopped by our pop-up exhibit to play with Lincoln Logs, build imaginary worlds with wooden trains, color tractors and trains, and watch a short film about maple syrup making. We also hosted a used book sale fundraiser—thanks to the generous donations, kids picked out stories for just 25 cents each! It was a cozy, creative, and community-filled celebration of local heritage and hands-on learning. This was just the beginning—and we’re excited for what’s ahead!