Final Weeks to Experience Chicago Children’s Museum’s Hit Exhibit Circusville

Come one, come all, step right up and have a ball before it’s too late! Chicago Children’s Museum, 700 E. Grand Ave., welcomes visitors to enjoy the final weeks of its hit circus-themed exhibit, Circusville, closing on Saturday, September 7 to welcome a new exhibit within the rotating space. Circusville has unleashed imaginations as it places children and their families right into the magic of circus life. A dynamic exhibit, Circusville invites a range of visitor-determined experiences depending upon which entrance to the exhibit they choose – one to the center ring, show and concessions, while the other leads backstage for a behind-the-scenes experience. In its final weeks, the exhibit will be open seven days per week Mon-Sun from 10 am – 5 pm via general admission to the Museum. Admissions can be purchased online.  

Pretend play in a rich environment provides children the opportunity to try out various personas as a means to explore their own personalities. Circusville sets the stage for children to choose to be the star of the show through dress-up or to practice their hand at juggling and balancing on a tightrope. For another look into the whimsy of circus life, they can choose to take on vital roles including ticket taker, hot dog vendor and more. 

Chicago Children’s Museum uses the circus setting to lay a foundation for children and families to engage in building narratives through play. With countless materials and a complete backdrop, Circusville encourages choice, perspective, and imagination for all. For more information on the exhibit or other experiences available at Chicago Children’s Museum, please visit the museum website.  

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About The Chicago Children’s Museum  

The mission of Chicago Children’s Museum is to improve children’s lives by creating a community where play and learning connect. CCM is a cultural institution dedicated to young children and the important adults in their lives. Playful experiences, including more than 15 interactive exhibits and daily programming, tap into how kids from ages 0-10 years old learn and engage to develop the foundation for a lifelong love of learning. Located at Navy Pier, Chicago’s number one attraction at 700 E. Grand Ave., CCM is the final stop for CTA buses #29, #65, #66 and #124. For more information, please visit 

www.ChicagoChildrensMuseum.org