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Imagine Nation, A Museum Early Learning Center

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We are a NAEYC Accredited, Reggio Emilia inspired Early Learning School and Museum that offer inten
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Imagine Nation, A Museum Early Learning Center is a hands-on, interactive Early Learning School with a full day, full year NAEYC accredited infant toddler mixed age program and School Readiness, NAEYC accredited, Reggio-Emilia Inspired Preschool Program. We are a not-for-profit 501(c)3 corporation and a division of the Boys & Girls Club of Bristol. Imagine Nation has re-imagined how we work with children in our Museum Studios. We now offer intentional facilitator led experiences rather than self-exploration within the museum. This provides the opportunity to expand educational experiences and create meaningful family engagement. Our new programming includes a variety of workshops as well as community outreach, field trips, birthday parties, and family event opportunities.

11/09/2026

📅 A quick reminder for our Imagine Nation families!

Imagine Nation, A Museum Early Learning Center will be closed this Wednesday, November 11. Please mark your calendars so the closing doesn’t catch you by surprise!

Thank you for planning ahead! 💙

11/08/2026

🎨 This Friday, let their creativity take over!

Join us at Imagine Nation for our 5th Annual Children’s Festival of Art! Watch local artists at work, then let your kids try the same art techniques themselves. It’s a fun night to explore, create, and spend time together!

📅 Friday, November 13 | 4:30-6:30 PM
📍 1 Pleasant Street, Bristol
🎟️ $5 admission, with popcorn and ice cream included!

Register on Eventbrite, scan the flyer’s QR code, or call (860) 314-1400, ext. 102 or 199.

Thank you to the Rotary Club of Bristol for sponsoring this event in part. We can’t wait to see what your little artists create! 🖌️

11/06/2026

A sweet treat for our teachers! 🍎❤️

Our Parent Advisory Committee (PAC) sponsored an apple nacho bar for our Imagine Nation teachers!

Thank you to our PAC for thinking of the team and making their day a little sweeter. We’re grateful for the families who help our teachers feel appreciated for all they do! 🍏

11/04/2026

🚜🐔 A little farm fun came to Classroom 2B!

Our students started the day with a tractor visit from Oliver’s dad, followed by Farmer Olivia and her hen! The children learned about a farmer’s job before heading outside to enjoy the fall breeze and crunchy leaves. 🍁

Back in the classroom, another special visitor was waiting: the Chick-fil-A cow! Thank you to Chick-fil-A of Bristol for donating nuggets for our students to enjoy.

A big thank you to all our visitors for making it a day full of learning, smiles, and fall fun! 💛

11/02/2026

Books, paws, and community helpers! 📚🐾🚒

Thank you to the Bristol Fire Department for sending Firefighter Chris and Molly, the firefighter dog, to Imagine Nation for a special literacy visit with our students!

We loved sharing story time with our guests. Thank you for helping make reading fun and spending time with our youngest learners! ❤️

11/01/2026

Let your child’s creativity shine! 🎨✨

Join Imagine Nation, A Museum Early Learning Center for our 5th Annual Children’s Festival of Art! Watch local artists at work, explore different art materials, and give your young artist a chance to create something of their own.

📅 Friday, November 13
🕟 4:30-6:30 PM
📍 1 Pleasant Street, Bristol
🎟️ $5 admission
🍿 Popcorn and ice cream included!

This indoor event is a fun way for families to create, explore, and get inspired together.

Register on Eventbrite using the QR code on the flyer or call (860) 314-1400, ext. 102 or 199.

Thank you to the Rotary Club of Bristol for sponsoring this event in part! 💙

10/30/2026

With Halloween tomorrow, we’re looking back at some spooky fun! 🎃👻

Imagine Nation, A Museum Early Learning Center held our Trunk or Treat on Friday, October 16. The weather brought us indoors, but it didn’t dampen the Halloween spirit!

Thank you to our Parent Advisory Committee (PAC) for sponsoring the event and to Bristol Police, Bristol Fire Department, and Bristol Early Childhood Collaborative for joining in the festivities. We loved celebrating with our families and community partners! 🧡

10/28/2026

🎃 A closer look at pumpkins in Classroom 3B!

Our young learners at Imagine Nation, A Museum Early Learning Center learned about the life cycle of a pumpkin, then grabbed their magnifying glasses to explore a pumpkin on the light table. 🔍

Hands-on discovery brings learning to life, one little observation at a time! 🧡

Want your child to be part of the discovery? Call (860) 314-1400 or stop in to learn more about our early learning programs and how to register!

10/26/2026

👻 Halloween fun starts TODAY at Imagine Nation, A Museum Early Learning Center!

Join us October 26–30 for a week of pumpkins, creativity, and not-so-spooky fun! 🎃

🛍️ Decorate your own trick-or-treat bag in the Art Studio at 10:30 AM.
🎨 Choose a pumpkin to decorate and take home.
✨ Discover festive crafts popping up throughout the week!

Plus, join us Friday for face painting and trick-or-treating at the front desk! 🍬

All activities are FREE with Museum admission. Bring your little pumpkins and make some Halloween memories with us!

📍 1 Pleasant Street, Bristol

10/25/2026

🔴 A little dot can inspire a lot of creativity! 🎨

Classroom 4A at Imagine Nation, A Museum Early Learning Center celebrated International Dot Day with artwork inspired by The Dot by Peter H. Reynolds!

The children designed their own dots, adding colors, patterns, and their own creative touches. It was a fun way to celebrate imagination and the courage to try something new. We love seeing our little artists make their mark! 💛

Address

1 Pleasant Street
Bristol, CT
06010

Opening Hours

Monday	8am - 5pm
Tuesday	8am - 5pm
Wednesday	8am - 5pm
Thursday	8am - 5pm
Friday	8am - 5pm

Website

http://www.imaginenation.org/

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