#MLKDay: Explore Courage in Uncertainty in the new Museum@Home issue. bit.ly/PortlandCM_Cou… In MLK’s words, "Courage is an inner resolution to go forward despite obstacles." In uncertain times, we go forward in community & turn to playful learning to help process obstacles.

Research shows that talking to kids about the voting process makes them more likely to vote as adults. Check out these nine books to start conversations with your kids about voting, democracy, citizenship, and equality. to.pbs.org/35YkEJM

In this PBS KIDS video, Amanda Gorman, the Inaugural National Youth Poet Laureate, recites her original poem "Talking Gets Us There." Watch and talk with your kids about celebrating differences and speaking out against racism today and every day.

“If we merge mercy with might, might with right, then ❤️ becomes our legacy & change our children's birthright.” Amanda Gorman 22-year-old #AmandaGorman is the youngest #Inauguration poet & the author of the upcoming children’s book “Change Sings: A Children’s Anthem.”

Join us for a special rebroadcast of part two of “Infants and Toddlers Face Racism Too.” We'll dig into the “now what” – strategies and resources to help us take next steps of moving our intentional thinking and understanding into actionable steps. sforce.co/3bTKqTg

Hello, #Snow! ❄️ Museum members greet the first snowfall of 2021 with exclamations of, "It's 'pitch white' out!" Grab your parka & trek to the Museum@Home archives! Add snow to an Arctic Sensory Bin for hours of epic storytelling adventures: bit.ly/PortlandCM_Arc… #pdxkids

February is #BlackHistoryMonth, and inspires us to remember the late, beloved Charles Jordan. The former City Commissioner and Portland Parks & Recreation Director implemented lasting, landmark programs for all Portlanders. Read more at Facebook.com/PortlandParks

“My little one telling me about his wonderful time going to the Museum...This photo was taken there & he made the frame. Pointing out he doesn’t have a mask in the photo. One day we’ll be back.” —@mcmomo91 Can't wait! Share Museum memories & create new ones @ Home: #PDXcmAtHome

The BEST! 😍 Learn more about how young children develop empathy: zerotothree.org/resources/5-ho…

Happy 162nd birthday, Oregon. There's a lot to love about you. 📷: Memaloose State Park by @ adventure_with_dan_z on Instagram

#YearOfTheOx: Greet #ChineseNewYear2021 with a look back at our 2020 Lunar New Year Celebration. Goodbye, 🐀. Hello, 🐂! Relive Viet Hung Jr. & Oregon Hope Chinese School performances, Chinese Calligraphy Demos & more through never-before-seen images: bit.ly/PortlandCM_Lun…

Museum@Home in PDX Parent: "There's a silent yet palpable understanding that caregivers are exhausted." Practice Self Care: pdxparent.com/care-in-the-ti… Recall "times you said yes, when all it meant was extra work for you & was seemingly helpful only to someone else.” —Fred Rogers

Happy spring break, Oregon! Please be smart and stay safe this week by: 🌼 Wearing your mask 🌼 Staying six feet apart 🌼 Avoiding indoor gatherings 🌼 Washing your hands