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MIM’s life-enrichment programs tap into the powerful effects of the healing power of music for people experiencing age-related memory loss. The creative aging series reduces stress and stimulates memories and emotions. These unique programs feature guided gallery tours and music-making workshops at MIM.
MIM’s Memory Care and Music life-enrichment series is designed for people with memory loss to enhance their memory skills in the company of friends and family. The series harnesses the powerful benefits of music making to promote emotional and physical wellness. Join us to explore the world through music while socializing and engaging with others.
Each session includes a 45-minute gallery tour led by a MIM museum guide followed by a 45-minute music-making workshop facilitated by a board-certified music therapist. Throughout each session, participants will interact and have a fun-filled musical experience.
Session Dates and Gallery Focus
March 13 | Asia Gallery
March 27 | Artist and Mechanical Galleries
April 3 | United States / Canada Gallery
April 17 | Europe Gallery
May 1 | Latin America Gallery
May 15 | Africa and Middle East Galleries
June 12 | Asia Gallery
June 26 | Artist and Mechanical Galleries
All sessions meet 1–3 p.m. Includes break times.
$25 per person, or $48 per person for two sessions
If you have questions, contact adulttours@MIM.org or 480.478.6031.
For more information, contact MIM’s Group Sales Specialist at 480.478.6031 or adulttours@MIM.org.
Supported by The Moca Fund
This program is designed for people with cognitive impairment, including memory loss and dementia. Each session includes a 45-minute gallery tour led by a MIM museum guide and a 45-minute music-making session facilitated by a certified music therapist. In each session, participants explore a variety of cultures through instruments and music, interacting, sharing stories, and having a multisensory musical experience. Care partners are invited and encouraged to attend with participants.
Session Dates and Gallery Focus Click on a date to register.
March 15 | United States / Canada Gallery
April 12 | Latin America Gallery
May 10 | Orientation, and Mechanical Galleries, and the Rediscover Treasures special exhibition
June 7 | Europe Gallery
July 12 | Africa and Middle East Galleries
All sessions meet 1–3 p.m. Check-in is from 12:30 to 1 p.m.
This life-enrichment program is designed for active seniors and taps into the music’s powerful effects promoting social and physical well-being and stress reduction. Sessions engage participants by stimulating memories and emotions through exploration of music, instruments, and global cultures. Each session features an engaging 45-minute gallery tour followed by a participatory music-making workshop. Guests can trace cultural roots and traditions and independently explore MIM’s galleries following the program.
March 29 | Europe Gallery
April 26 | Africa and Middle East Galleries
May 24 | United States / Canada Gallery and STEM Gallery
June 21 | Asia Gallery
July 26 | Artist and Mechanical Galleries, and the Rediscover Treasures special exhibition
