Join us for holiday family fun in the galleries. In addition to the Grinch’s Grotto and gingerbread exhibition Flour to Fables, meet St. Nick and enjoy hands-on activities. Free with museum admission.
Note: Activities, locations, and times subject to change. Please pick up a daily schedule in the Welcome Center for the most up to date information.
Santa’s Workshop, 11 am-3 pm
Make a variety of projects including cheerful gift bags and cards. Science Workshop, Second Floor, Springfield Science Museum.
Meet and Greet with Santa, 11 am-3 pm
Bring your Christmas list and your camera to meet Kris Kringle! Children under age 12 receive a gift, while supplies last. Habitat Hall, First Floor, Springfield Science Museum.
Reindeer Race, 11 am-3 pm
Use your design skills to create the fastest reindeer racer you can! Discovery Lab, Lower Level, Springfield Science Museum.
Live Animal Encounter, 11:30 am-2:30 pm
Meet one of our Museum educators and learn about the animals that call the Science Museum home. Reptile Wall, Lower Level, Springfield Science Museum.
Fox and Grapes Wreath, 12-4 pm
Create a wreath inspired by one of Aesop’s fables. Art Discovery Center, Second Floor, GWV Smith Art Museum.
Grinchmas at the Springfield Museums is sponsored Hope for Youth and Families Foundation and Eversource.






