The Kids Zone at the Money Museum
Teaching kids about money the way they learn best: by doing and playing.
Through fun activities, interactive exhibits and FREE classes, children ages 7-14 can pick up basic and advanced concepts — from how to make change to understanding monetary systems. The exhibits teach children about history, geography, trade, art, world cultures and more.
Be sure to sign up in advance — these events fill up quickly!
Admission
FREE for children 7-14. When kids participate in a KidsZone class, their parents are allowed to view and explore the Money Museum exhibits for free!)
11 a.m. to 12 p.m., every third Saturday of the month.
Questions? Contact Christian Strayhorn, education director, at cstrayhorn@money.org or call (719) 482-9845.
Location
818 N. Cascade Avenue, Colorado Springs, CO 80903
On the Colorado College campus, adjacent to the Fine Arts Center
Parking
Parking is available in the lot on the north side of the Money Museum building.
2024 Kids Zone Class Schedule
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September 21
COINS FROM AROUND THE WORLD
Most countries around the world mint their own coins, and many of them look nothing like ours. Imagine coins shaped like triangles or squares, and even coins that have holes in them. You will see examples of coins, both old and new, from countries all around the world – and then you’ll get to design your own!
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October 19
EXPLORING PAPER MONEY
Join us for an up-close look at how “paper” money is made and used, reviewing many designs and security features. You’ll then get to design your own banknote using scratch art cards!
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November 16
MONEY MUSEUM TOUR
Join one of our education team members as they walk you through the museum, providing an inside perspective with a special focus on the history of money in our lower gallery