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About Hands On Children's Museum
The Hands On Children's Museum is ALL about giving kids a super fun learning experience through over 150 interactive exhibits just for them!
Perfectly suited for kids up to 10 years, the Hands On Children's Museum stimulates curiosity, creativity and learning through fun, interactive exhibits and programs for children, families and school groups.
At Hands On, they believe that all children deserve respect and the opportunity to learn and that families are important as children's first teachers and as their partners in learning. So do we - so we love it!
The exhibits are designed specifically to encourage interaction and inquiry, as well as interaction from the parents too. After all, why should the kids have all the fun!
All of the exhibits feature a different theme, so kids can spend hours at the museum and not cover the same topic twice! Those creative kids can get their hands buys with the huge assortment of craft supplies and create a masterpiece, or they can channel the heroes in the community as they ride the police car, or sound that fire engine!
Future construction workers and architects have their hard hats ready in the Build It gallery, where they can create their own sky-scraper or home - pretty cool! They can also explore a nurse log at the Animal Rescue Center, make fancy flying machines or climb up a tree!
A day at the Hands On Children's Museum also lets kids float their own boat, or learn about healthy lifestyles and why it's important for them to follow.
Did we mention the 25ft AirWays Maze too?
SO many fun things for kids to explore, discover, create and play with at this fun children's museum. You just might find your family day out here turns into two...then three...then many more!
Have fun kids, and remember - touch EVERYTHING!
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Suggest editAdults $12.95
Children $12.95
Free Under 23 months
Last Update 2022
Discount Free admission 5pm - 9pm 1st Friday of the month
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Hands On Children's Museum FAQ’s
Do they have baby facilities?
The Tot Spot is an exhibit for 4 and under. They also ask that you not take your stroller into the galleries, except under special circumstances, to ensure there is adequate circulation for all guests. They do provide stroller parking in the Lobby in the Stroller and Coat Room.
I’m Hungry! Can I get food at Hands On Children's Museum?
The Play Day Cafe is open daily and features Batdorf & Bronson coffee, drinks, and snacks. Yum! The Cafe Team also creates a wonderful selection of sandwiches, soups, salads, and of course, grilled cheese!
Any top tips when visiting?
The museum is an open-concept design that can be loud on busy days. At the Front Desk, they can loan your child a pair of brightly colored, noise-muffling headphones to wear during his or her visit.
Does Hands On Children's Museum have a gift shop?
Head to the gift shop where you can pick up a host of fun and educational items for the kids to take home!
Teachers corner
They make learning fun, so why not take the students on a field trip at this fun museum! Museum exhibits and programs are designed to support Washington State Learning Standards through dramatic play, investigation & hands-on activities. You can also add a 2 hour workshop onto your day! Give them a call to book!
Do they have baby facilities?
The Tot Spot is an exhibit for 4 and under. They also ask that you not take your stroller into the galleries, except under special circumstances, to ensure there is adequate circulation for all guests. They do provide stroller parking in the Lobby in the Stroller and Coat Room.
Does Hands On Children's Museum have healthy eating or Vegan options?
You can bring your own healthy food and enjoy it at certain tables in the cafe, or in the East Bay Public Plaza if you want to, but just keep the food well away from the water feature! There are also healthy options in the cafe.
Is Hands On Children's Museum fully accessible?
Just speak to staff if you have any questions about the accessibility of the exhibits!
Any additonal information?
If you become a member, you can get extra perks such as additional opening hours and FREE admission!
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