About
The Children’s Imaginarium is a place for children to learn, parents to engage, and families to connect.
From a vision to reality
The Children’s Imaginarium opened its doors in Fall 2023, thanks to the grassroots effort of passionate community members who were dedicated to creating a space for children to learn, parents to engage, and families to connect. Maggie Gordon and Tammy Szekeress rallied community support to raise the necessary funds and secure a location. After years of persistence and hard work, the vision for a children’s museum in downtown Wausau has become a reality.
Mission:
To inspire discovery and imagination through hands-on exploration and educational experiences through play.
Vision:
To be a vibrant community gathering space for all children and families to gather and engage in innovative, interactive play that accelerates creativity, development and education.
Volunteer!
Put a smile on a child’s face and make a difference in the community. Become a Children’s Imaginarium volunteer! Ages 16 and up can volunteer on their own, and ages 14 – 16 can volunteer and gain work experience when accompanied by a caregiver. Groups of adult volunteers can also volunteer for special events.
How to Apply
- Complete the Volunteer Application Form below.
- Clear a background check if over 18 years of age.
- Interview in person or virtually.
- Attend a volunteer orientation.
- Sign up for volunteer shifts.
- Show up for the shifts you have signed up for. You will have training on your first shift and during additional shifts as needed.
Please contact Amanda Cottrell, acottrell@childrensimaginarium.org (Operations and Volunteer Coordinator) for more information and if you have any questions!
Volunteer With Us!
Our Staff
Amanda Cottrell
Operations and Community Engagement Coordinator
acottrell@childrensimaginarium.org
(715) 907-7801
Meet Our Board of Directors
The Children’s Imaginarium Directors were chosen for their dynamic skill sets, dedication to our community and genuine interest in creating a place that lays the foundation for life long learning.
Tyler Utecht
President
Katie Felch
Vice President
Kris Kerns
Treasurer
Tammy Szekeress
Secretary
Maggie Gordon
Past President
Jim Baker
Board Member
Mona Fox
Board Member
Melissa Kampmann
Board Member
Renae Krings
Board Member
Rachel Koss
Board Member
Gina Neiter
Board Member
Ann Werth
Board Member
Ryan Gallagher
Board Member
Request A Donation
Our museum receives many donation requests from nonprofits and other organizations holding fundraisers. We will consider requests that meet all of the following criteria:
- Are for an event, organization, or school
- Directly benefit children or families
- Serve our region (Wausau, Central Wisconsin)
- Aligns with our Mission, Vision, and Values
Due to the high volume of donation requests we receive, we may be unable to honor every qualifying request.
All requests must be received at least 6 weeks in advance.
To request a donation, use the link below to send an email with your request