Dr. Seuss's Birthday Celebration - Springfield, MA

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Join us for an all-day salute to beloved children’s author and Springfield-native Theodor Seuss Geisel on his 122nd birthday! Free with museum admission!

Character Appearance

Meet the Cat in the Hat, 11:30 am-2:30 pm
Blake Court, First Floor, D’Amour Museum of Fine Arts

Entertainment

Pete & Chris Amusements, 11 am-3 pm
Cotton candy treats (weather permitting) and/or roaming magic. Roaming, Quadrangle Green or Springfield Science Museum

Big Bubbles with Mr. Vinny, 11 am-3 pm
Gather on the Quad for Mr. Vinny’s Big Bubble show—chase and pop these giant bubbles designed by Mr. Vinny himself! Quadrangle Green (Weather permitting)

Balloon Animals with Professor Knows A. Lot, 11 am-3 pm
Quadrangle Green (Weather permitting) or Springfield Science Museum

Ongoing Activities

Oh, the Places You’ll Go Scavenger Hunt, 11 am-3 pm
Explore the Museums, collect stamps, and win a prize. Various galleries

Dr. Seuss Trivia, 11 am-3 pm
Test your knowledge of the life and stories of Dr. Seuss! SIS Hall, First Floor, Wood Museum of Springfield History

One Fish, Two Fish Pool, 11 am-3 pm
What will you catch? Lower Level, Springfield Science Museum

Green Eggs and Ham Flip, 11 am-3 pm
How quick can you flip? Canavan Gallery, Second Floor, GWV Smith Art Museum

Mr. Brown Can Moo… Guess Who?, 11 am-3 pm
Guess which animal you are in this silly Seussian inspired game! Habitat Hall, First Floor, Springfield Science Museum

Hot Air Balloon Cards, 12-4 pm
Create a card for a loved one, inspired by “Oh, the Places You’ll Go!” Art Discovery Center, Second Floor, D’Amour Museum of Fine Arts

Celebrate with Cake, 12-4 pm
Enjoy a sweet treat to celebrate Dr. Seuss’s birthday! One piece per person, while supplies last. Studios, Lower Level, GWV Smith Art Museum (Food not permitted on upper levels)

Please note that while the birthday activities will be open to all visitors, timed entry to the Dr. Seuss Museum is limited and will be available on a first-come, first-serve basis on the day of the event in the Welcome Center. Arrive early to secure desired entry time.

Venue

Springfield Museums
21 Edwards St.
Springfield

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Dates

The event runs from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM on the following dates.
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