Bruce Museum


Located in Bruce Park and overlooking Greenwich Harbor, the Bruce Museum is a world-class institution that offers a changing array of exceptional exhibitions and educational programs that cultivate discovery and wonder through the power of art and science. Ahead of its time for taking this multidisciplinary approach over a century ago, the Bruce Museum is at the heart of contemporary efforts to bring together art, science and education to spark conversation, connection and creativity. The Museum welcomes over 100,000 visitors annually, playing an integral role in the area’s cultural life.
Youth and Family Programs
Bruce Beginnings, Science Solvers, Art Adventures, Museum Moversand more! Come to the Bruce and take part in our exciting children and family programming!
Bruce Beginnings - Tuesdays, 10-10:45am and 11-11:45am, and Wednesdays, 3-3:45pm - Children ages 2.5-5 years old and their caregivers are encouraged to explore the Bruce’s collections and exhibitions through picture books and hands-on activities. This program is free with general admission, but space is limited. Please see the Visitor Services desk upon arrival. Reservations are required.
Bruce Beginnings Junior - Wednesdays, 10-10:45pm - Explore the Museum and its collection with a fun and interactive experience. This program is specifically designed for children ages 12-30 months old and their caregivers and is free with Museum admission. Space is limited; please see the Visitor Services desk upon arrival. Reservations are required.
Science Sunday and Art Adventure Select Saturdays, 1-3pm - Science Solvers and Art Adventures are a drop-in programs designed for children aged 4 and up and their families. This program is free with Museum admission and no advanced registration is required. Join us in the Cohen Education Wing.
Museum Movers Select Saturdays, 11am-12pm - Join us for “Museum Movers,” a Bruce Museum yoga class for learners ages 3-6 and their grownups. Participants will explore the Bruce Museum’s galleries using a variety of sensory and experiential modalities, followed by an exhibition inspired yoga class. Museum Movers uses movement, breath, group games and creative activities to reinforce the gallery experience. Come have fun in our galleries and get to know the Bruce in a whole new way. Wear comfortable clothing and be ready to take your shoes and socks off! We have a limited number of foam mats, please bring your own mat. Cost: Free with Museum admission to the Bruce Museum. Classes are held once a month on Saturdays, from 11am-12pm. Please meet at the Grand Hall Staircase.
Fred Elser First Sunday Science - 1-2pm - First sunday of every month. This program is free of charge. No beach pass is required if you are attending the Fred Elser First Sunday Science. Please let them know at the gate you are attending the Bruce Museum Seaside Center lecture. First Sunday Science programs take place at the Floren Family Environmental Center at Innis Arden Cottage, Greenwich Point Park, Old Greenwich, CT.
For more information on our new youth and family programming please visit our website, or contact Info@BruceMuseum.org. We are happy to answer your questions!
Youth and Family Programming at the Bruce Museum is generously supported by GIVE: Steven and Alexandra Cohen Foundation.
Monday: Closed
Tuesday: 10:00 am-5:00 pm
Wednesday: 10:00 am-5:00 pm
Thursday: 10:00 am-5:00 pm
Friday: 10:00 am-5:00 pm
Saturday: 10:00 am-5:00 pm