Imagination Station Summer Camp – 2026
June 8 – July 24
For Children Rising into Grades K-5
Morning, Afternoon, or All Day
An exciting learning experience awaits your child or grandchild at CMOR’s Summer Camp. Themes this year include America 250, STEAM, art, world cultures, cooking, gardening, and more!
Full-day campers must bring lunch and a drink. A snack break is provided at approximately 10 am and 3 pm every day. Your child will need to bring their own snacks and drinks. Water will be provided.
For camp descriptions and to register, visit our camp page.
Gala 2026 – save the date!
All Aboard the Silver Line: A 25th Anniversary Gala is the theme for our 2026 CMOR Gala, to be held on Friday, November 20 in the historic CMOR Gym. We’re planning a train-themed evening you won’t want to miss. Tickets will go on sale in September.
Blue Star Museums
The Children’s Museum is proud to participate in Blue Star Museums, a partnership between the National Endowment for the Arts and Blue Star Families in collaboration with the Department of Defense. Blue Star Museums like CMOR offer free admission to the nation’s active-duty military personnel and their families, including National Guard and Reserve.
Learn more and find a list of participating museums at Blue Star Museums.
Changes to CMOR’s Membership Program
After more than a decade without any changes, we’re excited to offer an updated membership program on May 1, 2026 that streamlines our offerings, retires a few seldom-used levels, and brings our program in line with today’s best practices.
Memberships purchased before May 1, 2026 are valid until they expire. When they expire, you will be invited to join at one of our new levels.
Visit our membership page for more information about the many benefits of a CMOR membership!
Grant News
The Children’s Museum is pleased to announce that it has been selected to receive a $1600 grant from the TN 250 program. The money will be used to replace the kitchen countertop in the historic Flattop House.
Admission Price Changes
Effective January 2, the Children’s Museum will implement two updates to its admission prices. Free admission will now apply to children age 1 and younger, and the Highland View Neighborhood Free Admission program will be discontinued. Highland View residents who receive SNAP benefits will continue to receive free admission through the Museums for All program. Thank you for your support as the Children’s Museum navigates significantly rising operating costs.
Support the Arts in Tennessee
Did you know that over 70% of TAC grants are funded with proceeds from the Specialty License Plate Program? Purchasing a Specialty License Plate is an easy way to support the arts in Tennessee.
Shop & Support CMOR
Help raise funds for CMOR by doing your regular shopping. Children’s Museum of Oak Ridge is a partner of Kroger Community Rewards. Signing up is an easy way to support the museum.
Charlie’s Calendar Sign Up
Would you like to receive news and other information about CMOR by e-mail? Please sign up with your e-mail address here for Charlie’s Calendar, a look about what’s happening at CMOR this month AND next!