Kidsville at the Parthenon
Saturday Mornings at 10:30 AM: July 5, 12, 19 and 26
Join us for Kidsville at the Parthenon every Saturday in July. Families with children ages 12 and under can register in the lobby beginning at 10:30 AM, and children will immediately be able to participate in activity & craft stations located upstairs. Weekly storytelling or special guest programming will begin promptly at 11 AM in front of Athena. Kidsville attendees must register before 11:20 AM to receive free Parthenon admission. (Avoid the line: Please complete this registration form online in advance. Entry time for pre-registered attendees remains 10:30 - 11:20 AM.)
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July 5, 2025: Celebrate Monumental Milestones with friends from Imagination Library and CocoMelon. Read a book with JJ and Imagination Library and cheer for one another like Nike, the Greek, mythical goddess of victory does
July 12, 2025: Come for a special exploration of music instruments with Nashville Symphony’s Musical Petting Zoo amidst the monumental sculptures displayed in the Parthenon museum and pick up a take home craft about the Greek lyre instrument made from a turtle shell.
July 19, 2025: Join us for a celebration of turtles as we read the book, A Turtle Story - The Long Walk to the Lake by Michelle Neumann, then decorate a sketch book to take on your own walk to the lake.
July 26, 2025: Explore folktales and myths about turtles…like the Greek myth that tells why a turtle carries its house on its back, then make your own turtle sculpture.
Full Activity Schedule:
10:30 - 11:20 AM: Free entry to Parthenon for Kidsville
10:30 AM - Kidsville activity stations open for play.
11:00 AM - Storytime or special guest programming in front of the statue of Athena.
11:45 AM - Kidsville activity stations close.
What to Expect:
Activity Stations: Explore hands-on activities between 10:30 AM and 11:45 AM. Let your kids dive into fun and discovery at their own pace.
Storytime: Gather in front of the Athena statue at 11:00 AM for storytime and an arts and crafts activity inspired by the book. We usually wrap up by 11:30 AM.
Important Info for Parents:
Arrival Time: Come between 10:30 AM and 11:20 AM to receive free Parthenon admission for everyone attending Kidsville. The program begins promptly at 11:00 AM and lasts for approximately 30 minutes.
Shared Space: Kidsville at the Parthenon shares space with Parthenon guests.
Registration: Registration is required and may be done online in advance or at the Parthenon beginning at 10:30 AM. We highly recommend registering in advance to skip the line and make your entry smoother.
Check-In: Depending on the weather, check-in might be outside. Just follow the signs, and we'll be there to welcome you.
See You There!
Registration Required:
Avoid the line! Please complete our registration form in advance.
Entry time for pre-registered attendees remains 10:30 - 11:20 AM