The Musical Instrument Museum (MIM) has a lot to offer children, including:
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A dedicated children's gallery: The Experience Gallery is a hands-on space where kids can explore musical instruments from around the world.

They can play drums, guitars, and other instruments, and learn about the different sounds and cultures that each instrument represents.
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Experience Gallery at Musical Instrument Museum, Phoenix
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Special Programs for Kids
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‍MIM offers a variety of programs specifically for kids, such as MIMkids Mini Music Makers, which is a music and movement class for children ages 0-5, and MIMkids Musical Adventures, which is a program for children ages 6-10 that explores music from different cultures.
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MIMkids Mini Music Makers at Musical Instrument Museum, Phoenix
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A Music Theater

‍MIM has a music theater that hosts concerts and performances for children.

These performances often feature traditional music from different cultures, and they are a great way for kids to learn about different musical styles.
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In addition to these specific offerings, MIM is a great place for kids to explore music and learn about different cultures.

The museum's exhibits are visually stunning and engaging, and they provide a great opportunity for kids to learn about the world around them.
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Here are some additional tips for visiting MIM with children:
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• Plan your visit in advance and check the museum's website for special programs and events that may be of interest to your children.
• Bring snacks and drinks for your children, as there is no food or beverage service inside the museum.
• Wear comfortable shoes, as you will be doing a lot of walking.
• Allow plenty of time to explore the museum, as there is a lot to see and do.
• Be prepared for your children to be loud and excited. MIM is a place for kids to make noise and have fun!
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The museum is divided into 10 galleries, each of which explores a different aspect of music and musical instruments from around the world. ‍

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‍Some of the galleries include:
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The Americas Gallery: This gallery features musical instruments from North, Central, and South America, including the Aztec huehuetl drum, the Mayan ocarina, and the Brazilian berimbau.
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The Africa Gallery: This gallery features musical instruments from sub-Saharan Africa, including the djembe drum, the mbira lamellophone, and the kora harp.

The Asia Gallery: This gallery features musical instruments from East, South, and Southeast Asia, including the sitar, the shakuhachi flute, and the guzheng zither.

The Europe Gallery: This gallery features musical instruments from Europe, including the violin, the piano, and the organ.

The Middle East Gallery: This gallery features musical instruments from the Middle East, including the oud, the ney flute, and the darbuka drum.

In addition to the galleries, MIM also has a number of other features, including:

Music theater that hosts concerts and performances from around the world.

Hands-on Discovery Center where visitors can learn about musical instruments and make their own music.

Café and a gift shop.
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MIM is a great place for people of all ages to learn about music and musical instruments from around the world.

It is a fun and educational experience for families, school groups, and music lovers of all ages.

MIMkids Mini Music Makers (Ages 0–4)

Introduce your child to the wide and wonderful world of music through MIM’s early childhood music and movement courses.

Explore music from around the globe with your children while singing, dancing, and playing instruments.

Designed for children and caregivers, each four-week session explores a new musical culture in engaging ways.

Motor, pre-language, and musical skills are developed simultaneously, while children actively participate in the music making.

Each class is structured around developmentally appropriate activities for the children to interact with and create their own music.

By exploring music through song, dance, and basic instruments, children develop musical and social skills.

Early childhood music programs are also proven to foster physical, emotional, and cognitive growth.

See link for prices and times.

If you have friends or family that would love Mini Music Makers, send a MIM gift card for classes their way.

For questions, please email programs@MIM.org.

Reservations are required; first come, first served.

Due to space limitations, only one child and one adult per ticket will be allowed to participate.

Please register for the session that is age-appropriate for your child. However, MIM understands that younger or older siblings may need to attend class with a brother or sister.

Thus, Mini Music Makers encourages participation of all children in the class, even those outside the age group.

Because space and resources are limited, we ask that you register siblings whose ages fall within one year of the suggested age range.

MIMkids Musical Adventures Ages (6–10)
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Pick up your MIMkids Passport and embark on a musical journey with MIMkids Musical Adventures, an educational program designed for kids aged 6–10.

Participants will discover new cultures by actively participating in music making, creating musical instruments, and exploring MIM’s exhibits—with a designated tour guide, of course!

Each class focuses on a different continent, giving participants a well-rounded overview of music from around the world and an opportunity to collect MIMkids passport stamps.
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See link for prices and times.
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For questions, please email programs@MIM.org.

Space is limited; reservations are required. No refunds.