Hands-on House, Children's Museum of Lancaster

Category: Children's museum

Address: 721 Landis Valley Rd, Lancaster, PA 17601, USA

Phone: +17175695437

Opening hours

Sunday: 11AM–5PM

Monday: 9AM–3PM

Tuesday: 9AM–5PM

Wednesday: 9AM–5PM

Thursday: 9AM–8PM

Friday: 9AM–8PM

Saturday: 9AM–6PM

Reviews

Ted Moxon

Oct 7, 2022

Great place to take young children on a rainy day

Kaitlyn Strausser

Sep 25, 2022

It was fun but very small. We thought there would be more to do but we did enjoy the activities that we got to do.

Je St

Sep 24, 2022

First be sure to schedule a time online before going. Masks are not required but staff does wear them. It is recommended for ages 2 and up but my daughter is 19months and had a blast. So much stuff for her to do. I noticed a color coded sign for different levels but as we went to different areas I didn't see a color code. There's a market where older kids can get a bag, read the card and fill bag with what the card says. Farm area has corn, tractor, hen house, barn with hay bales. There's a cow to teach about milking but it was broken. A huge construction area that all ages would enjoy. I found neat for older kids boards that explained different jobs, the tools and even salary, like carpenter, or painter. There's a nursing mothers area as well. Gift shop when you come in. They have bins to put toys that children but in their mouths. They could use a lid on them or be attached to the wall as I noticed little ones grabbing the toys out and throwing them then adults picking up and mixing with rest of toys. It was a fun time and not crowded for a rainy day. Outdoor play area was not a lot to it but had some neat things and was open area. Some areas roped off as they need repairs.

Emily E

Sep 11, 2022

This place was great, my son had tons of fun exploring all the different areas and playing with all the setups.

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Questions & Answers

Are they open on Good Friday?

Christa Burkholder | Oct 8, 2019
Hands-on House, Children's Museum of Lancaster | Oct 8, 2019

Hi Christina! Yes, we are open today from 10am-4pm. Come by and play!

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Do you have family annual memberships

Ellen M Joyce | Oct 8, 2019
Hands-on House, Children's Museum of Lancaster | Oct 8, 2019

Hi Ellen! Thank you so much for your question, and thank you Lee for your answer! We offer a variety of memberships, including our Family Membership for $115. This membership is good for 1 year after purchase, and includes all adults and children who live within the household. Please check out our website for more information, and give us a call with any questions! 717-569-5437. Thanks!

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Is there a charge for a one year old

Kim Sensenig | Oct 8, 2018
Hands-on House, Children's Museum of Lancaster | Oct 8, 2018

Hi Kim! Thanks so much for your question - we charge admission 2 years old and over, so kids under 2 are free!

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Will Hands on House be open on Thanksgiving and are masks required?

Randall Horning | Dec 11, 2021
Angela N | Dec 11, 2021

Masks are required and they are closed Thanksgiving day!

Can we purchase ticket there or must go go online

Tara Bumbarger | Oct 7, 2021
Robin | Oct 7, 2021

I did a reservation online & paid there but they didn't ask for my name or anything.

Are masks required?

Mary Jo Barker | Oct 7, 2021
tayush mukherji | Oct 7, 2021

No... But you will be required to wash and disinfect your hands. Because kids touch everything

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Do we have to call and make a reservation or can we just go and purchase at the counter to go in

Dochely | Oct 7, 2021
Kareem Hand | Oct 7, 2021

You can lock In time slots on there website.

How much will it cost?

Samuel Williams | Oct 7, 2020
Hands-on House, Children's Museum of Lancaster | Oct 7, 2020

Adults are $10.50 each. kids are $11.00. Six and twelve month Memberships are also available for families (1 year unlimited admission for $130) or even for grandparents (same price, unlimited admission, unlimited grandchildren for a year) 6 month price is $70.

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Are you open on Martin Luther King Day?

Marian Joyce | Oct 7, 2020
Hands-on House, Children's Museum of Lancaster | Oct 7, 2020

Yes we are. 10-4

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How can I get a gift card.

Cheri Patterson | Oct 7, 2020
Jim Bland | Oct 7, 2020

Gift cards are available in $10 increments. If you are looking for a gift you may also consider a play with me pass for six months unlimited admission to exhibits. Jim Bland. Executive Director

How about children under 2?

Nina Holman | Oct 8, 2019
kellywith | Oct 8, 2019

Hand on House is great for toddlers. So many of their activities are at their eye and reach level. I found the honeycomb was a favorite of many children. It was fun watching the little ones in the grocery store.

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Is this close to Dutch Wonderland

jennifer malone | Oct 8, 2019
Mary Rost | Oct 8, 2019

same county. taking 272 to rt 30 east. on a good should be aboyt 15 minutes

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Do they give any birthday discounts?

S Z | Oct 8, 2019
Hands-on House, Children's Museum of Lancaster | Oct 8, 2019

Hi Sarah! We don’t give any birthday discounts, however, we are part of the Blue Star Museum program (free admission for active military) and Museums for All (discounted admission for Access EBT cardholders). Please give us a call tomorrow if you have further questions!

Is this good for a special needs sensory kiddo with a global delay???

Tammy Winter | Oct 8, 2019
Gueits Family | Oct 8, 2019

Yes!! As long as they are ok bring around a lot of ppl it can get a little cramped at times!

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Why a full price ticket for supervising adults in a childrens exploratory arena?

Cherie Woestman | Oct 8, 2019
Megan Hunt | Oct 8, 2019

Because you are encouraged to play with your children

Is this good for a 2 year old or would it be better for older kids?

Bekah Schoudt | Oct 8, 2018
Tce_ 334 | Oct 8, 2018

It's great for 2yr olds

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Price for 1 child n 1 adult

Velma Hoover | Oct 8, 2018
Hands-on House, Children's Museum of Lancaster | Oct 8, 2018

Hi Velma! Our admission is $9.50 for adults and kids, and our admission is good for all day, so you're welcome to leave and come back as often as you'd like within our public hours!

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