Children's Museum Boston MA

Boston Children's Museum

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Boston Children’s Museum is the second oldest, and one of the most influential children’s museums in the world. It was founded in 1913 by the …

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Dec 3, 2024
Our 2year old had a wonderful time. There were so many things for her to do including a room just for toddlers & babies. It was a Saturday so it was busy but it never felt too crowded. Everyone was p… Full review by traveler202020
Jul 12, 2024
There are so many exhibits to check out at the museum. When you first walk in, the climbing maze is cool but easy to lose sight of your kids. If you have young children, it might be an activity to sk… Full review by Culture13425358717
Jun 23, 2024
Escaped the heat by visiting the joyful and entertaining museum. We stumbled upon this deep discounted fare by going on the museum's website and bought tickets in advance to secure this $1 per person… Full review by AdventureDiva
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Boston Children's Museum is a great place to both entertain and educate your children. Interactive exhibits introduce the curious mind…
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Boston Children's Museum is a children's museum in Boston, Massachusetts, dedicated to the education of children. Located on Childr…
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Boston Children's Museum is a children's museum in Boston, Massachusetts, dedicated to the education of children. Located on Childr…
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Founded in 1913 by a well-meaning group of local science teachers, the Children's Museum in Boston was just another collection of thing…
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The nation's second-oldest children's museum, a real antique in the kid-focused world, first opened its doors in 1913. But don't let its age …
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Will 8 years old be too old for this ?
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I don't think so. I was 28 when I went and loved it.
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Any suggestions on what times and days during the summer that would be least crowded?
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On summer is always crowded but maybe mondays and tuesdays are less crowded. And better in the mornings.
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Are there any affordable options for lunch within a short walking distance?
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They have an affordable cafe inside. About $6/kids meal & $10/adult for sandwich/drink. They also have the milk bottle outside.
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Is there much to do for an 18 month old? I’m wondering if the cost is worth it at his age or if we should wait a year or two.
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Better if you wait, there are a lot of things for three years and older.
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What is the admission price
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For a group of 3 or more it's probably cheaper to buy a membership and then you can go again for free!
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In nice weather kids can enjoy outdoor eating and playing in the waterside park
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Visitors to the museum can see museum exhibits, attend events at the museum, and access museum educational programs
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The art studio is for both parents and children and you can make clay models or do finger-painting
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If you're relying on public transportation, the easiest way to reach the museum is via the silver line or red line
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The museum is packed with educational interactive toys and exhibits for children of all ages to enjoy
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The specimens are to be attractively arranged and classified and the room open daily to children or anyone interested in such work.
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In the toddler playspace, children under three can run free in a safe environment
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Kids can climb the centrally located maze, blow big bubbles in the dedicated bubble room
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Make this a must go if you happen to visit boston with kids
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Play areas are also available for small children
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They can explore as long as they respectfully remove their shoes first
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Interactive exhibits introduce the curious minds to a wide array of topics including art, culture, science and technology
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Children can explore a tree house climber, a toy train area, and a see-through painting wall
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Parents and kids alike can clamber through a three-story vertical maze
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Creates award winning traveling exhibits, staff training curriculum, and exhibit kits for museum professionals
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Aimed at kids up to the age of ten
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Steps from the seaport hotel, the museum offers amazing places to play, learn and discover
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The boston children's museum also features the perfect place for the under 3 crowd, playspace
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