NEW ORLEANS (press release) – Louisiana Children’s Museum (LCM) announced some “cat-tastic” news. In collaboration with DreamWorks Animation and the Association of Children’s Museums, the museum is celebrating the power of imagination and exploration by hosting Gabby’s Dollhouse MEOWseum Discovery Days at LCM on Saturday, Aug. 2, and Sunday, Aug. 3.
“Bringing Gabby to the Louisiana Children’s Museum is a dream come true for us,” says LCM CEO Tifferney White. “The show’s emphasis on teamwork and finding unique solutions resonates deeply with our commitment to nurturing well-rounded children. We can’t wait for families to experience an event that not only sparks imagination but also encourages collaboration and the joy of discovering that there’s no single ‘right’ way to play and learn.”
Children and families are invited to participate by purchasing wristbands to meet Gabby on Saturday, Aug. 2, from 9:30 a.m. until 4:30 p.m. and Sunday, Aug. 3, from 11:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Prices for the wristbands, included in the cost of admission, will be $24 for nonmembers, $14 for members and $8 for Museums for All participants.
Timed-entry tickets allow full access to LCM activities during MEOWseum Days. Reservations are required. Meet and greet sessions are at the following times:
Saturday, August 2, 2025*
9:45 a.m. until 10:15 a.m., 10:30 a.m. until 11 a.m., 11:15 a.m. until 11:45 a.m., Noon until 12:30 p.m., 2:00 p.m. until 2:30 p.m., 2:45 p.m. until 3:15 p.m., and 3:30 p.m. until 4 p.m.
Sunday, August 3, 2025*
11:30 a.m. until Noon, 12:15 p.m. until 12:45 p.m., 1 p.m. until 1:30 p.m., 1:45 p.m. until 2:15 p.m., 2:30 p.m. until 3 p.m., 3:15 p.m. until 3:45 p.m. and 4 p.m. until 4:30 p.m.
*Ticket holders must be present for reserved time slots. Line-up begins 30 minutes in advance. Photos are by family and small group.
Guests will enjoy activities and fun just like their favorite Gabby episode, such as scavenger hunts, memory games and egg carton planting in our Edible Garden. LCM will also have a line-up of activities to spread the Gabby magic leading to the event.
- Meow-velous & Cuddleworthy Storytimes: Thursdays, July 17 & 24 ,at 11 a.m. & 1 p.m., and Sundays, July 20 & 27, at 1 p.m.
- Scavenger Hunt: Beginning July 19,participate in a Gabby’s Scavenger Hunt that will unlock a fun sharable video moment.
- Paw-Some Dance Parties Leading up to Big Day: Saturdays, July 19 & 26, and Sundays, July 20 & 27, at 2 p.m. leading up to the big day.
“ACM and DreamWorks Animation share key values as they relate to playful learning,” states Arthur G. Affleck, III, executive director of the Association of Children’s Museums. “Like children’s museums, Gabby’s Dollhouse emphasizes social-emotional learning and showcases compassion, curiosity, creativity, learning from mistakes and the joy of teamwork. ACM is so excited to be partnering with DreamWorks Animation to shine a spotlight on our member museums across the country.”
For a list of all participating ACM member locations and more information about Gabby’s Dollhouse, please visit GabbysDollhouse.com.
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