Who We Are

Community events at Wonderfeet

Vision:

We play and learn together to build a more vibrant community.

Mission:

Wonderfeet Kids’ Museum fosters curiosity and exploration, inspires creativity and ignites the imagination of every child through the power of play.

Values:

  • A caring and inclusive environment

  • Relevant and interactive learning

  • Vibrant community partner and resource

  • Energized by play and fun

Why a Children’s Museum?

Learn how play supports children through many stages of development - from the Center on the Developing Child at Harvard University and the Association of Children’s Museums

Children’s museums are a community-wide investment in children and families. These institutions serve as a place of early discovery and the development of life-long learning. Exhibits and programs compliment school curricula and reinforce skills needed for academic success. As cultural attractions, kids’ museums have a positive impact on the local economy by bringing visitors into downtown areas. Children’s museums strengthen entire communities by developing partnerships that involve schools, colleges, youth organizations, corporate partners and community leaders.

More than just child’s play …

“Play is often talked about as if it was

a relief from serious learning,

but for children, play is serious learning.

Play is the work of childhood.”

- Mr. Fred Rogers

"What if I was to tell you that a game of peek-a-boo could change the world?" asks seven-year-old Molly Wright, one of the youngest-ever TED speakers, as she breaks down the research-backed ways parents and caregivers can support children's healthy brain development.

In this mini-masterclass on parenting, learn why play is your most important tool - with Dr. Jack Shonkoff of the Center on the Developing Child at Harvard University

Here are five easy tips or engaging your child’s brain during play or any everyday interaction!

  1. Share the Focus

  2. Support and Encourage

  3. Name it!

  4. Take Turns

  5. Practice Endings & Beginnings

Meet the Museum Staff

Meet the Board of Directors

  • Susanne Engels

    PRESIDENT

  • Paul Gallo

    VICE PRESIDENT

  • Aida Volpone

    TREASURER

  • Dean Pierce

    SECRETARY

  • Francesca Bove

    BOARD MEMBER

  • Jody McIntosh

    BOARD MEMBER

  • Martha Rideout

    BOARD MEMBER

  • Nicole Mastroeni

    BOARD MEMBER

  • Susan Schreibman Gross

    BOARD MEMBER

2024 Annual Report

Annual Reports

2022 Annual report
2023 Annual Report