Boston Kids Museum

Boston Children's Museum

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(998) · Children's museum in Boston, United States
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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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4.4/5 · 998 reviews
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Mar 24, 2025
This museum was a bit underwhelming to be honest. I went with a 4 year old, 7 year old and 9 year old and they were done in less than 2 hours. The museum is better suited for toddlers (4 and under…Full review by Rita H
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
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Fun for All Ages
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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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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Questions & answers

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Will 8 years old be too old for this ?
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No, they have plenty of things for older children to do. I myself am entertained at 35 years old!
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Any suggestions on what times and days during the summer that would be least crowded?
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Early in the week and early in the day are best!
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Are there any affordable options for lunch within a short walking distance?
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Yes Panera and descent cafe in the museum
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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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I think he would enjoy it more at 24 months,! When you do go buy a membership. It’s worth it!
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What is the admission price
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I have not been recently, but it looks like the consensus is $17. I know if you book a library pass, you can get a few dollars off the price for X amount of people. Library passes are free, as …
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I have not been recently, but it looks like the consensus is $17. I know if you book a library pass, you can get a few dollars off the price for X amount of people. Library passes are free, as long as you book them and use them properly.
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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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