Southern Minnesota Autism Coalition

09/03/2026

These quarterly events invite children with sensory challenges or other special needs and their families to experience and enjoy the Museum free of charge at a time when there is a limited number of visitors present.

2026 Schedule:
Wednesday, June 10th- 4:30-6:30 PM
Saturday, September 19th - 7:30-9:00 AM
Wednesday, October 14th 4:30-6:30 PM

08/27/2026

🎨 SURPRISE! We’re adding a little extra fun to Family Free Friday! 🎨

Stop by Midwest Makers Mercantile tomorrow night for an impromptu play group from The Learning Space! 🧸✨

The Learning Space will be set up just outside Midwest Makers Mercantile with a variety of open-ended and sensory play activities for little ones to explore, create, and enjoy.

👧🧒 Kids can stop by and play at their own pace
🎨 Hands-on sensory & creative activities
👨‍👩‍👧 Caregivers stay with and supervise their children
✨ Free to stop by and participate!

It’s a last-minute pop-up, but we couldn’t pass up the chance to add some extra playtime to Friday night! Come shop, ride the carousel, and let the kiddos play! 🎠💛

08/16/2026

What a fun morning at the pool! Thank you to everyone that came out this morning, we hope everyone enjoyed themselves!

A huge thank you to Caravel Autism Health for sponsoring this event and to Lucky Blue Earth for capturing all the fun for us!

08/13/2026

Don’t forget about our pool event coming up this Sunday!!  A huge shout out to our friends at Caravel Autism Health for helping us make this possible!! 🏊

07/13/2026