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Frequently Asked Questions

How much is admission?
Adults (16-64): $10.00
Seniors(65+): $8.00
Children (2-15): $8.00
Children (1): $2.00
Children under one are FREE!!!

Are there any discounts?
Yes. Click HERE for full details.

Museum Membership
Membership! It's a Whole Year of Fun!
Will you visit the Museum 3 or 4 times this year?
Buy a Membership and save!

Target $1 Friday Nights Sponsored by Target are offered every Friday from 5:00 - 9:00 p.m.

Library Pass - The Library Discount Membership Program makes it possible for families to visit one of Boston's premier educational institutions for only $2 per person.  Does your library participate in the Library Membership Program? - If not ask them to join!

When are you open?
Open every day 10am - 5pm
Fridays 10am - 9pm

Special "Members Only Hours"

The Museum is closed Thanksgiving and Christmas.

Do you have any special exhibits?
They're all special! Click HERE to see exhibit listings.

Is there additional charge for KidStage shows or special exhibits?
Admission price includes all activities, KidStage performances, special events, hands-on exhibits and non-stop fun!

Where do I get KidStage tickets?
KidStage tickets are FREE with Museum admission and given out at the Information Desk 1 hour prior to the scheduled event.

How do I get to the Museum?
Click HERE for directions.

Where can I park?
Click HERE to view parking lots around the area.

Where can I eat?
Au Bon Pain is the new restaurant at Boston Children’s Museum. You are welcome to eat food from home in the Museum’s first floor Lunch Room or dine outside on the Milk Bottle Plaza.

Can I go out and come back in again?
Yes, as often as you like as long as your hand is stamped.

How much is Membership?
We have several membership levels. Click HERE for more information.

Where can I nurse my baby?
You may nurse any where in the Museum, but PlaySpace has a room specifically for nursing. 

What exhibits are appropriate for my child’s age?
Every exhibit has something for every age.  Boston Children’s Museum has a diverse visitor base ranging from infants to 10 year olds. Click HERE to learn more about our exhibits.

Can I drop my child off?
Only children 16 and up are allowed to be unaccompanied by an adult.

Do you do birthday parties?
You can celebrate that special birthday at Boston Children’s Museum.
For more information please call (617) 426-6500 ext. 380

What is the main telephone number?
(617) 426-6500

I have a question for a specific department...who do I contact?
For the list of departmental contacts, please click HERE

What's your mailing address?
300 Congress, Boston MA  02210

Where can I leave my coat/stroller?
We have a self-serve coatroom where coats and strollers can be left.  We also have lockers available on a first-come, first serve basis. 

When are your busiest times?
Vacation weeks, winter weekends and holidays when the Museum is open, tend to be our busiest times.  Our quietest times tend to be school weekday afternoons after 1:30pm.

I have a question not listed.  Who should I contact?
Please email: info@BostonChildrensMuseum.org

 
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