Children's Museum of Evansville (cMoe)

At the Koch Family Children’s Museum of Evansville (cMoe), we believe that play is more than fun—it’s essential. Children learn best when they’re curious, engaged, and free to explore the world around them. That’s why cMoe is designed as a vibrant, hands-on environment where families and caregivers can create, discover, and grow together. Located in a historic building in the heart of Evansville, cMoe features three dynamic floors of interactive exhibits that spark imagination and inspire learning. From the splash-filled excitement of the River Adventure to outter space, to the global adventures in our Kids World Gallery, every space is built to nurture creativity, critical thinking, and connection. Our exhibits are rooted in core learning areas—literacy, science, math, visual and performing arts, culture, and health—woven together through the power of play. Whether it’s building, climbing, pretending, or problem-solving, children at cMoe are developing lifelong skills while having a blast. What makes cMoe special? We’re more than a museum—we’re a community hub where every child is celebrated, every family is welcomed, and every visit is a new adventure. We’re proud to be a place where learning feels like play and where play leads to learning.

Our Mission Our mission is to create extraordinary experiences that ignite the imaginations of children and families through the power of play. Our Vision It is our vision to be a premier educational resource and family destination that will inspire new generations of lifelong learners. Our Values We believe in: Children, Play, Family, Excellence, and Stewardship We have respect for all children and their amazing abilities. We want to inspire their creativity, curiosity, and exploration. We value creativity and the importance of play. We create a setting that brings all generations of family together to share the early childhood learning experience with one another. We are committed to excellence. We value the trust of our community and continually seek to earn it. We include everyone. We believe all children, and the adults in their lives, should feel welcomed, valued, connected, and included. We embrace and live the ideals of Access, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion for all as a foundation for institutional excellence.