Rain, shine or snow!
Join us for an all-day salute to beloved children’s author and Springfield-native Theodor Seuss Geisel on his 121st birthday! Free with museum admission!
Please note that while the birthday activities will be open to all visitors, timed entry to the Dr. Seuss Museum is limited and will be available on a first-come, first-serve basis on the day of the event in the Welcome Center. Arrive early to secure desired entry time.
If you would like to purchase a ticket using one of our many discounts, a reciprocal membership or gift certificate, you will need to do this transaction in person on the day of your visit at the Welcome Center.
Character Appearances
Meet the Cat in the Hat, 10:30 am-12:30 pm
Science Workshop, Second Floor, Springfield Science Museum
Storytime with the Cat in the Hat, 1:30-2 pm
Davis Auditorium, Lower Level, D’Amour Museum of Fine Arts
Entertainment
Pete & Chris Amusements, 11 am-3 pm
Cotton candy treats (weather permitting) and/or roaming magic. Roaming, Quadrangle Green or Springfield Science Museum
Big Bubbles with Mr. Vinny, 11 am-3 pm
Gather on the Quad for Mr. Vinny’s Big Bubble show—chase and pop these giant bubbles designed by Mr. Vinny himself! Quadrangle Green (Weather permitting)
Ongoing Activities
Dr. Seuss Trivia, 11 am-3 pm
Test your knowledge of the life and stories of Dr. Seuss! Springfield Science Museum
Balancing Act, 11 am-3 pm
Help Thidwick the Big-Hearted Moose balance his friends on his antlers to carry across Lake Winna-Bango! Mammal Hall, First Floor, Springfield Science Museum
Seussian Sculptures, 11 am-3 pm
Use recycled and found materials to create a Seussian inspired sculpture. Discovery Lab, Lower Level, Springfield Science Museum
Mr. Brown Can Moo… Guess Who?, 11 am-3 pm
Guess which animal you are in this silly Seussian inspired game! Habitat Hall, First Floor, Springfield Science Museum
Oh, The Places Birthday Cards, 12-4 pm
Create a card for a loved one. Art Discovery Center, Second Floor, D’Amour Museum of Fine Arts
Celebrate with Cake, 12-4 pm
Enjoy a sweet treat to celebrate Dr. Seuss’s birthday! One piece per person, while supplies last. Studios, Lower Level, GWV Smith Art Museum (Food not permitted on upper levels)
