Boston Children's Museum

Category: Children's museum

Address: 308 Congress St, Boston, MA 02210, USA

Phone: +16174266500

Opening hours

Sunday: 9AM–12PM

Monday: 9AM–12PM

Tuesday: 9AM–12PM

Wednesday: 9AM–12PM

Thursday: 9AM–12PM

Friday: 9AM–12PM

Saturday: 9AM–12PM

Reviews

Juelie Perry-Schwartz

Jul 17, 2022

I have gone to this interactive museum for 4 decades . The exhibits and activities, while a but lessened with covid, are still engaging, Educational and entertaining for children amd families. There is a playspace for children 0-3 yrs and a 3 story enclosed climbing structure for older kids. Truly something for everyone.

Duc Hoang

May 3, 2022

Boston Children’s Museum Boston Children’s Museum is the second oldest and one of the most influential children’s museums in the world. For over 100 years it has been engaging children in joyful discovery experiences that instill an appreciation of our world, develop foundational skills, and spark a lifelong love of learning. The Museum’s exhibits and programs emphasize hands-on engagement, learning through experience, and employing play as a tool to spark the inherent creativity, curiosity, and imagination of children. Designed for children and families, Museum exhibits focus on STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, Math), environmental awareness, and health & fitness. Source: Trolleytours.com

Luis Orduz Lopez

Feb 19, 2022

Excellent place to take your children and enjoy everything this place has. They are very committed to safety protocols and that's why they organize groups of people every 3-4 hours.

Dallas Garven

Dec 31, 2021

WOW! Staff was super friendly (even though they were working on New Years Eve) The exhibits were clean and of course fun. Great for all ages, but especially great for the woddler/toddler age. The "playspace" area is very nice for young children

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Questions & Answers

Are you open October 9th 2017

Michelle Bissonnette | Aug 27, 2018
Kayla Rudder | Aug 27, 2018

Yes

Would this be a good activity for a 2 year old?

Amy Martignetti | Aug 27, 2018
Pankaj | Aug 27, 2018

Yep, absolutely.

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Admission prices and dates and times of operation

Marie Jacintho | Aug 27, 2018
Audi Villegas | Aug 27, 2018

What's the admission price for Friday the 29th of December?

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Would this be a worthwhile activity for a toddler, almost 14 months old?

Justin Jones | Aug 27, 2019
Arthur Liao | Aug 27, 2019

I know they have some pop up play spaces specifically for toddlers - 3yr olds. They also have some toddler and infant events as well you can find on their website!

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Can I still meet John Cena even if the tickets are sold out if I can go and buy tickets at the same day

Youseftheyoungwolf 1 | Aug 27, 2019
Nyibol Mayen | Aug 27, 2019

No

About what field is it?

shiva astronomy | Aug 27, 2018
Matthew Raudonis | Aug 27, 2018

Art. Science. Physics cultre/social science

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Is this a good place for little children?

Kayden Gordon | Aug 27, 2018
JVintage 88 | Aug 27, 2018

It is good for kids.....alot of kids are around...it will become packed at times

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Will a teenager (15+) have fun at this museum?

Quinnie Tv | Aug 27, 2018
Tyler Hill | Aug 27, 2018

It would depend a lot on the teenager. However the exhibits are more geared towards younger kids such as 3-8.

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What are the days and hours you are open? Also Day prices

Marie Jacintho | Aug 27, 2018
Susan Sinclair | Aug 27, 2018

For prices and hours you should always go to the website of an entity. You're asking the general public here, and they're just gonna get it from the website anyway.

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What's the price for tickets?

Lorenza Henry | Apr 28, 2022
Sushmitha Ganesan | Apr 28, 2022

You can try the discounted tickets on Sunday afternoon which is 1$

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How much are the tickets for children and adults

Eliza Lewis | Aug 26, 2021
Jenny Atoche | Aug 26, 2021

Don't know my supervisor hoy it for me.,

Do I have to pay?

Wendy Salcedo | Aug 27, 2019
Mario Cesar Gonzalez | Aug 27, 2019

Yes, it's not a free museum

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Is there public parking?

Jaseyris Pena | Aug 27, 2019
Talal Dan | Aug 27, 2019

Yes

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Can i book for my daughter who is in africa for to come and visit in December during her holidays

Joy Nam | Aug 27, 2019
dwr phlip | Aug 27, 2019

You can buy tickets ahead of time, yes.

Is there parking?

donna nicholson | Aug 27, 2019
Ash J | Aug 27, 2019

There are several paid parking locations around the Museum. You can validate your ticket if you park at Stilling Street Garage during weekdays. I think it's $24. You do not need to validate on weekends as there's a $15 flat rate for parking.

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Do they still have the lightning show?

Jordan Daly | Aug 27, 2019
Andrew Martin | Aug 27, 2019

The Boston science museum in Cambridge has the lightning show. This here is the children's museum, which is a different place.

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Is this place free for Boston University students

Anony | May 28, 2022
Sharese | May 28, 2022

I don't believe so, but its only $1 every Sunday during the afternoon

Is the museum good for 14 year olds?

Tearaha Smith- Lane | May 28, 2022
Gerald Averill. Jr | May 28, 2022

Many teens were there.. there is something for everyone

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Are you open Monday presidents day 2022

A Google User | Feb 27, 2022
Malpally Ravi | Feb 27, 2022

The museum is closed on Monday, president's day.

Can you buy tickets at the front door??

Choi Soukaloun | Sep 30, 2021
Jane | Sep 30, 2021

We reserved ahead

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How many people come there every week

Lily L. | Aug 26, 2021
Jennifer Lundell | Aug 26, 2021

Just wear your mask its always busy but its a wicked good time

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Cen I use wic card when I arrive there and just buy the tickets there?

SIYI ZHANG | Aug 26, 2021
Keyra Fernandez | Aug 26, 2021

Yes

Arw you open May 26??

Vanea furtado soares | Aug 26, 2021
Angelique Pope-Meas | Aug 26, 2021

As of now on the website they are open only on the weekends and you must book tickets online for a timeslot. Hope that is helpful!

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Is your establishment open ( Jan 7.2021)?

Rachel organiclife | Aug 26, 2021
Bobby Conlon | Aug 26, 2021

Yes, please wear a mask! 😷😷😷

Are u open on September 5 2020

Ibrahima2344 Ibrahima2344 | Aug 26, 2021
Sam | Aug 26, 2021

Yes

Are you open today the 20th?

Dexter Hammond | Aug 26, 2020
Byron Mcfadden | Aug 26, 2020

Yes I think they are

Is there a parking at the building?

Ed Santos | Aug 26, 2020
C K | Aug 26, 2020

I agree with Cynthia

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What's the good age for kids

adam ourazzouk | Aug 26, 2020
Danielle Jelley | Aug 26, 2020

They have play areas for 0+, probably good through age 10-12

Will the children's museum be open on October 14, 2019 (Columbus day)?

KaLing Hau | Aug 26, 2020
John Carpinito | Aug 26, 2020

If it will be open

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Is there are admission fee? How much for adults and kids?

sharikah Muhammad | Aug 26, 2020
Jayita Barua | Aug 26, 2020

16 dollar per person. Kids are about half possibly. Toddlers and infants have free admission

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Are there wheel chairs to rent?

Dolores Chesley | Aug 27, 2019
Debbie Lee | Aug 27, 2019

I don't think so, but I would call and ask them to verify.

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What days and times can you get in with your food stamp card

Sandra Droz | Aug 27, 2019
Ross Dacey | Aug 27, 2019

Any day any time. It's great

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Is there a place to store strollers at the museum?

Jeremy Krantz | Aug 27, 2019
Mario Cesar Gonzalez | Aug 27, 2019

Yes, right in the entrance

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Does this place have its own parking garage?

Labecka Wright | Aug 27, 2019
G K | Aug 27, 2019

No, but there is parking near it. Its best to take T or uber though

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Same price for today???

Yariela Moratalla | Aug 27, 2019
C | Aug 27, 2019

Yeah

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Will it be open july 14th and 15th?

Alfonso Silva | Aug 27, 2019
Yefry Disla | Aug 27, 2019

Very good.

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How much $ to get in

Brad Bagley | Aug 27, 2019
Victor Kritz | Aug 27, 2019

If you have a state issued DTA card it is only $2 a person over 1. But yes otherwise its $17 for the regular customer.

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What hours do people leave the museum? What time do they take everyone out the museum?

cindy gil | Aug 27, 2019
Michelle A | Aug 27, 2019

Monday10AM–5PMTuesday10AM–5PMWednesday10AM–5PMThursday10AM–5PMFriday10AM–9PMSaturday10AM–5PMSunday10AM–5PM

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What age do you recomend

Qawsqaws Lol | Aug 27, 2019
Kristina Ellison | Aug 27, 2019

My 11 year old got bored very quickly

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can i use wic card

Lei Mei | Aug 27, 2019
Michelle A | Aug 27, 2019

Yes you can use wic for admission 2$ a person up to 4 people children under 1 years old are free but you'll need to use cash to purchase things inside such as food and other items .

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How much cost

Federico M. Castro Espinosa | Aug 27, 2019
Gus Dunn | Aug 27, 2019

Generally 15 or 17 dollars a person.

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Is the children’s museum near the Boston marathon route? Was thinking about going this Monday but not sure how busy it will be getting in and out of the city with the marathon.

sandra gaye | Aug 27, 2019
Mauris Nnamani | Aug 27, 2019

It's not in the marathon route. The children's museum is located in the seaport. Stay off storrow drive and downtown and you should be fine.

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What is in the museum?

Nyibol Mayen | Aug 27, 2019
Shane Nadeau | Aug 27, 2019

Dozens of different rooms with different themes. Some of which are educational, while others are simply fun for the kids. These is also a little auditorium that has special events like animal shows. There is a gift shop as well.

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What was the Year the museum was founded in?

Nyibol Mayen | Aug 27, 2019
Wanda Richmond | Aug 27, 2019

Boston Children's Museum was founded in 1913 by the Science Teachers Bureau. It remains the second oldest childrens museum today, of it's kind.

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Can I use my ebt card on Saturday and how much would it be

Laurae Flavius | Aug 27, 2019
Marteen Marrero | Aug 27, 2019

Can you use your EBT card any day of the week and you can take up to four people with your EBT card and it's $2 each person

Is it suitable for a 1 year old?

cindy gil | Aug 27, 2019
Fabiola Barrios-Landeros | Aug 27, 2019

It has an exclusive section for young children. Although you can participate in other places of the Museum as well.

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can you park there at night?

Michael Casey | Aug 27, 2019
Gary Beard Jr | Aug 27, 2019

There is a parking lot were you can pay for overnight

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Are you open President's day

Lorna David Lane | Aug 27, 2019
Gaurav Agarwal | Aug 27, 2019

Yes. They are open on President's day

Are you open on January 19th 2019

Princess.NiyNiy | Aug 27, 2019
kenny hume | Aug 27, 2019

Sorry that date has past

Is there a discount rate for people who have EBT cards? This would help out my sister. Just curious. Thank you

Crystal Doolan | Aug 27, 2019
Steven Mustakangas Sr. | Aug 27, 2019

Yes $2.00 per person up too 4 people.

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How much are tickets?

Marc Lecomte | Aug 27, 2019
Ulises Flynn | Aug 27, 2019

There is also a discounted parking lot (Farnsworth) nearby for $15, just don't forget to validate your parking ticket.

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Hello, are you open on sunday 01/6/2019?

shalom sha | Aug 27, 2019
Harishankar Ganesan | Aug 27, 2019

Yes. They are open 10am - 5pm

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Are there fish

David Foley | Aug 27, 2019
Colin J Dockins | Aug 27, 2019

No there are no fish.

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Is any parking a lot?

Wolfieexh | Aug 27, 2019
Dianna Barbabosa | Aug 27, 2019

Yes there are 4 different places to park. We parked in a paid parking lot on Congress St. If you go on the website it also gives you parking instructions.

With your ebt card the admission would be???

Marangely Torres | Aug 27, 2019
Ayanna | Aug 27, 2019

"EBT and WIC cardholders from all 50 states can show their EBT or WIC card to pay only $2 per person cash admission. The discount applies for up to four people per card, per visit. The Museum does not process EBT or WIC transactions; cash or other payment must be provided for admission". Required : A valid EBT or WIC card AND a photo ID

Are you open today? Columbus day...?

Jason Miller | Aug 27, 2019
Ayanna | Aug 27, 2019

Yes

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How do you look at the outside part of the children's museum in Boston?

Christopher's Happy World | Aug 27, 2019
Jeannette Sanchez | Aug 27, 2019

You can stand right outside to look at it, by the water.

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Can you buy admission tickets with a personal check and buy things in the gift shop

Maria Leone | Aug 27, 2018
Mark Alfano | Aug 27, 2018

No check only debit cash or credit card

Can you get tickets at the place cause I'm coming today but I didn't get them online

SdD tyw_ | Aug 27, 2018
Irene Ferrando Palomares | Aug 27, 2018

Yes, and you can also buy tickets for Boston Ducks with reduced price. Enjoy!

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Can I leave and then come back later in the day under the same admission from earlier in the day?

Jennifer Persico | Aug 27, 2018
Rick W | Aug 27, 2018

Yes you can

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Do you open today ?

Reg Boisrond-Canal | Aug 27, 2018
Steven P | Aug 27, 2018

Yes, at 10 am

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Can we buy food on site?

soul | Aug 27, 2018
Steven P | Aug 27, 2018

There's an Au Bon Pain inside and directly outside at the milk bottle there's outdoor seating and great food. You can also bring outside food into the lunch room. The mom bottle "provides classic summer faire including hot dogs, lobster rolls, chowder, tater tots, chicken, frappes, soft serve, sundaes and ice cold refreshing raspberry lime rickies! 7 Days a week through the end of the September."

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Is there any discount from the regular price if you're an E.B.T., card holder?

Michael Taylor | Aug 27, 2018
Robin Yukiko | Aug 27, 2018

Yes! If you have an ebt card the price is $2 per person (for up to 4 people, including kids)!

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what price does it have for adults and children?

Maria Gomez | Aug 27, 2018
Adriana Barrera | Aug 27, 2018

I couldn't answer you because I went with my daughter and my son-in-law and they paid.

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What train should we take from Salem?

Justin Thompson | Aug 27, 2018
Chuck Stahl | Aug 27, 2018

From North Station it's a 20 minute walk, at least. The T is difficult... Green to Park, then Red to South Station, lastly Silver Line one stop to Courthouse. More simply, Green to Government Center and it's just over a 10 minute walk.

Is the museum free every Friday?

Kyanna Halliday | Aug 27, 2018
Julie Shimizu | Aug 27, 2018

After 5 its $1

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Can you bring in snacks for your kids?

John Dever III | Aug 27, 2018
Akshay Relan | Aug 27, 2018

Yes but dont feed them in common areas to avoid any conflicting alergies with other kids

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What are the prices to get in.

Mariella Spencer | Aug 27, 2018
jagdish saripella | Aug 27, 2018

Yup it is $17 per person . If you take membership I guess basic membership starts at $160 for unlimited for upto 4 people .

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Are you open on May 28, 2018? (Memorial Day)

Renee H. | Aug 27, 2018
Worrell Browne | Aug 27, 2018

Yes

what train is going

Rosario Feliz | Aug 27, 2018
Bert Robbins | Aug 27, 2018

I cannot understand. I am very sorry. I can only understand English. My apologies....

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Is free the friday?

Sandra Garcia | Aug 27, 2018
Emily Hinton | Aug 27, 2018

Friday's from 5pm to 9pm admission is $1. This information is on their website.

Visiting from Los angeles, would I need to use my passport as identification, or is Driver's License and State ID good enough?

Michael Lao | Aug 27, 2018
Fells Way | Aug 27, 2018

Any ID is fine

You location back bay Boston near train station?

Diana Matthews | Aug 27, 2018
katie connors | Aug 27, 2018

It is about a 7minute walk from South Station on the Red Line.

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How long should I plan to spend here with a 7 year old?

Kimberly Rose | Aug 27, 2018
Robert Lello | Aug 27, 2018

All day, tons to do

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Are u open easter

Josefa Velez | Aug 27, 2018
Aone West | Aug 27, 2018

Call and find out.

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Are you open easter sunday?

Jennifer Sanford | Aug 27, 2018
Peter Tan | Aug 27, 2018

I think so

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Are you open today 3/30/2018? What are the timings to today - considering its Good Friday.

P Gupta | Aug 27, 2018
Gaurav Nair | Aug 27, 2018

Friday 5pm to 9pm its almost free fot everyone.$1 per person.

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There is any parking available?

Alex Genderovskiy | Aug 27, 2018
Valerie Ward | Aug 27, 2018

There isnt at the museum itself but just as you get off the 93. They are about 15$ on the weekends

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From out of state looking to spend weekend in area and attend museum. What hotels are nearby?

jessica sierra | Aug 27, 2018
Rebecca Frenière | Aug 27, 2018

The sea port hotel is near by.

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How much for two adults and one child. To go to the Boston museum

Kimberly Sylvia | Aug 27, 2018
Max La Paz | Aug 27, 2018

$17.00 for adults and children. Baby is free under 12 months. Friday from 5 pm to 9 pm is $1.00

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Are you open today ?

Karine Muradyan | Aug 27, 2018
Frantz Paillant | Aug 27, 2018

Yes

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What age group is good?

Tillie Fredette | Aug 27, 2018
Jennifer Coes | Aug 27, 2018

My 3yo loved it.

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What are some kid friendly places to eat close to the museum?

Briana Desouza | Aug 27, 2018
J. F. II | Aug 27, 2018

South Station Food Court. Plenty of selection for even the pickiest eaters in your group, decently- priced and plenty of people-watching and train-watching 😉. As far as seating, people tend to camp FOREVER at the first floor tables; the waiting benches past Track 9 are good for small groups if you don't mind not having a table. There's ALWAYS extra seating on the second floor, behind Pizzeria Regina and McDonald's--not the most exciting place in the Station, but at least you're 80% guaranteed to get a table and chairs for your whole group. The elevator (if you need it) is tucked away in the corner behind the McDonald's.

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Do you have any program for special needs?(autism) age :3 years old

Sanaa Aithssaine | Aug 27, 2018
Strider Teague | Aug 27, 2018

Yes they do have special programs for special needs. It is called the "Morningstart Program". It is an invitation only program you have to RSVP for. They open the museum 2 hours before General admission and it is much quieter. It is also discounted admission. Check the program out, it is wonderful.

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How much is the price with military family ? Regular price?

delilah Duran | Aug 27, 2018
William Diaz | Aug 27, 2018

Cheap

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Are you open in april?

Leonardo Barcellos | Aug 27, 2018
StaticBoy08 | Aug 27, 2018

Yes

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How much do they charge the entrance

Julio Barrios | Aug 27, 2018
Cristina Torregrosa | Aug 27, 2018

17 dollars or one dollar on Fridays from 5 to 9 It can cost you half if you ask for a pass in the library

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?How many childrens are used

ebtehal alzubairy | Aug 27, 2018
StaticBoy08 | Aug 27, 2018

Umm..

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?what is the area of Boston Children's Museum

ebtehal alzubairy | Aug 27, 2018
Jayme O'Donnell | Aug 27, 2018

Fort Point - South Boston

Is the green screen still at the museum?

Nora Parkes | Aug 27, 2018
Mike Lee | Aug 27, 2018

Yes

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Are the opening bourse changed on January 15th for the holiday?

Danielle Santello | Aug 27, 2018
Jessica | Aug 27, 2018

No special hours, the museum is open as normal from 10am-5pm.

Is it free for tomorrow? , martin Luther king's day

Sonia Collazo | Aug 27, 2018
Jessica | Aug 27, 2018

No, but there are special activites and performances throughout the day.

Are you open new year eve?

Peou Reach | Aug 27, 2018
Jessica | Aug 27, 2018

They close at 3pm today, New Years Eve, and open at 12pm New Years Day.

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Just i want if there is section for babys age one year ?

Sab Ham | Aug 27, 2018
Lucas McNeilly | Aug 27, 2018

There is a section for toddlers on the top floor to the left.

Can you bring your own lunch?

Hailee Bergeron | Aug 27, 2018
William Sullivan | Aug 27, 2018

Of course you can... There awesome there!

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Is there elevator?

Eriana Castillo | Aug 27, 2018
Jeremy Valadez | Aug 27, 2018

There is a large elevator that can fit multiple little ones. There are also multiple hand ropes so that they can hold on while the elevator is in motion. The elevator however goes at a slow pace.

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Does it matter how old you are or can you go in at any age

Brandon Sullivan | Aug 27, 2018
Kris Keimig | Aug 27, 2018

Any age can go but I'd say you're not (or the child is not) getting much value under the age of 2.

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what price does the entrance have? Do you have parking?

Dariana Patrocino | Aug 27, 2018
Tynisha Jones | Aug 27, 2018

Friday nights are 1 dollar frim 500-9. The near by parking lot is 11 with museum validation. Regular admisson is 17 for both kids and adults, kids 12 months and under are free.

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Is there a parking in Bostons Children's museum?

coleen magno | Aug 27, 2018
Patrick Carr | Aug 27, 2018

Not directly at museum itself, but there's parking in nearby lots

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if you’re 15 years old can you enter without a parent?

Analiz | Aug 27, 2018
Jessica | Aug 27, 2018

Yes, but they make ask you for ID as adults without children are required to present ID.

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Is there sock skating

Marjorie Estridge | Aug 27, 2018
Anand Gurudatt Shenoy | Aug 27, 2018

Yes on the second floor

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Is it free admission on fridays

Dorene Elston | Aug 27, 2018
Alex Francois | Aug 27, 2018

Regular admission from open to 5 then from 5 until 9 close it is 1$

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are you open on November 19th 2017

Berk “Irongamer1234” Arkan | Aug 27, 2018
Alex Chang | Aug 27, 2018

From their website: » Early closing alerts: Tuesday, November 14 at 3:00pm, Saturday, November 18 at 1:00pm, Wednesday, November 22 at 3:00pm » Veterans Day: Active Duty Military and Veterans free admission Nov. 10 and 11 with ID. Half price for up to three family members

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What children events do you have planned for this Halloween weekend?

Cheryl Anderson | Aug 27, 2018
Jaspal Singh | Aug 27, 2018

They have various kids plays & activities for various occasions..!! You can also check the details on their website.. but you can also call & find out..!! Wonderful place to for kids to spend time.. & to spend time with your kids..!!

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Would my 17 month old enjoy the museum o is he too young?

Amanda Dasilva | Aug 27, 2018
Bob Sheehan | Aug 27, 2018

In my opinion he is too young to enjoy it now & think that it might be better at 3-4 years

Do mass teachers get a discount?

Jasmin Thompson | Aug 27, 2018
george howard | Aug 27, 2018

Better than a discount it's free with a valid teacher's ID

How much is the parking?

Sandra Ricciardelli | Aug 27, 2017
Frank Burrus | Aug 27, 2017

$24 with validation from the museum

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