It ’ s the Connections that Count
WRITTEN BY Sarah DuBose
Empowered by their disappointment , eight moms wanted to take action to create more educational opportunities for their children . Gathered around a kitchen table in 1997 , on the East End of Long Island , they discussed the idea of what is now known as the
Children ’ s Museum of the East End ( CMEE ).
These moms had a vision for this children ’ s museum : to cultivate and foster creativity , imagination , and a sense of community for their children through playful learning . Today , CMEE offers a wide variety of educational programs for children of all backgrounds and abilities . These programs include family events , workshops , field trips , classes , and a teen service program .