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Puppetry
What a Penguin Taught Us About Breathing, Big Feelings, and Being Human
TJ Jacobs
5 min read
January 12, 2026
Amid the excitement of dozens of children, a plump, fuzzy penguin learns about a superpower he always carries with him...
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Puppetry
What's It Made Of?
TJ Jacobs
3 min read
January 14, 2026
A puppet can be made out of anything! Even at lunch, you could pick up a napkin and a fork to tell a story that gets the kids—and even grandma—laughing...
Continue ReadingFrankie Vagnone announced as new CEO
4 min read
April 15, 2025
The museum’s Board of Directors announces Vagnone’s appointment following an extensive national search process. He brings more than 25 years of executive leadership experience...
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Rhonda Kiest To Step Down As President & CEO
3 min read
August 30, 2024
Rhonda Kiest announced today that she will step down from her position as President and Chief Executive Officer of Stepping Stones Museum for Children in Norwalk, effective September 30th...
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What a Penguin Taught Us About Breathing, Big Feelings, and Being Human
TJ Jacobs
5 min read
January 12, 2026
Amid the excitement of dozens of children, a plump, fuzzy penguin learns about a superpower he always carries with him...
Continue Reading
What's It Made Of?
TJ Jacobs
3 min read
January 14, 2026
A puppet can be made out of anything! Even at lunch, you could pick up a napkin and a fork to tell a story that gets the kids—and even grandma—laughing...
Continue Reading
The Newsroom


Puppetry
What a Penguin Taught Us About Breathing, Big Feelings, and Being Human
TJ Jacobs
5 min read
January 12, 2026
Amid the excitement of dozens of children, a plump, fuzzy penguin learns about a superpower he always carries with him...
Read This Article
Puppetry
What's It Made Of?
TJ Jacobs
3 min read
January 14, 2026
A puppet can be made out of anything! Even at lunch, you could pick up a napkin and a fork to tell a story that gets the kids—and even grandma—laughing...
Continue ReadingFrankie Vagnone announced as new CEO
4 min read
April 15, 2025
The museum’s Board of Directors announces Vagnone’s appointment following an extensive national search process. He brings more than 25 years of executive leadership experience...
Continue Reading

Rhonda Kiest To Step Down As President & CEO
3 min read
August 30, 2024
Rhonda Kiest announced today that she will step down from her position as President and Chief Executive Officer of Stepping Stones Museum for Children in Norwalk, effective September 30th...
Continue Reading