August Offers a World of Animation and Imagination at Children’s Museum of Atlanta
Tuesday, August 6th, 2024
Atlanta’s favorite destination for play energizes children with stop-motion dance parties, cinematic sound adventures and animation innovations
August Programming
Through Thursday, Aug. 29
At the Children’s Museum of Atlanta, little ones can join the Stop Motion Dance Party and explore how cinematic sound effects are made at the Science Bar. In the Art Studio, children create optical toys called thaumatropes, considered to be the gateway to film-making and animation. Jane’s Innovation Station offers the opportunity to craft moveable puppets, bringing them to life through imagination. The Museum also showcases dramatic readings about influential figures in the animation industry.
CMA On Stage
Storytime: “Mary Blair’s Unique Flair” by Amy Novesky
Noon and 3 p.m.
Storytime: “Cut!: How Lotte Reiniger and a Pair of Scissors Revolutionized Animation” by C. E. Winters
1 p.m.
Stop Motion Dance Party
2 p.m.
Uncover the secrets of TV and movie sound effects at the Science Bar by learning how cinematic sounds are made with foley, join a fun guessing game and create personal sounds. Young creators can also craft a portable sounding board using a cup, string and clip to take home and enjoy!
Art Studio
Get hands on with the history of cinema while assembling an optical toy, the thaumatrope. Children can design, cut and assemble their own toy, creating a special piece blending science and artistry.
At Jane’s Innovation Station, young creators can dive into an exciting hands-on activity, developing and crafting their own puppets! Once masterpieces are complete, they can star in their own animations at the stop-motion table in the vibrant Animationland exhibit.
Sensory Friendly Play Time
Sunday, Aug. 4
The Museum opens early for families and children with sensory sensitivities, offering a specially adjusted experience in a sensory-friendly setting, with limited admission and sound modifications. Children will enjoy creating paper puppets, exploring foley sounds and crafting thaumatrope fun! Sensory Packs are available upon request at the Welcome Center.
National Lazy Day Programming
Saturday, Aug. 10
5:30 – 7:30 p.m.
Celebrate National Lazy Day with a Pajama Jam at the Museum! Snacks, sing-a-longs and endless dance parties will keep tiny dancers energized all evening long — or at least until bedtime! Kids are encouraged to wear their coziest pajamas for a night of fun and entertainment!
CMA on Stage
Rock out at a lively jam session while experimenting with various instruments and learning new moves from Latin America and Ireland at the Sleepover Dance Party.
Science Bar
At the science bar, young experimenters can dive into the gooey fun by creating their own slime.
Art Studio
Get creative in the transformed Art Studio, where black lights bring glow-in-the-dark chalk art to life. Kids are invited to unleash their inner artists with vibrant neon creations.
Continuing in August
Through Monday, Sept. 8
Animationland
Children’s Museum of Atlanta’s newest featured exhibit will educate young minds on the art and science of animation while transporting guests of all ages to a fantastical land with a quirky cast of characters including Rooth, Drop, Inky, Uno and Kari. The exhibit focuses on the framework of the animation process using interactive features, including a sketching studio and sound effects booth, and kids will get the chance to direct and star in their own stop-motion production. Families are invited to visit the Museum and experience Animationland through Sunday, Sept. 8. Animationland is sponsored locally by Publix Supermarket Charities with additional support from City of Atlanta Mayor's Office of Cultural Affairs and Fulton County Arts & Culture.
