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CHILDREN'S MUSEUMS NJ - FUN KIDS MUSEUMS TO VISIT IN NJ |
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Find the best museums to take kids to in NJ. The best children's museums in NJ
Fun children's museums and learning centers to visit in New Jersey!
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The Ripley's Believe it or not Museum! 1444 Boardwalk. Atlantic City NJ 609-347-2001 This Museum is housed in a bizarre building that looks as if it's about to be destroyed by a wrecking ball, this eclectic museum has amongst its oddball treasures, a lock of George Washington's hair, a 27 room miniature wood carved castle and a host of the most amazing artifacts ever assembled under one roof! One of the best museums in Southern NJ. Definitely something to take the whole family to go see!!! Open 365 Days a Year For Current Hours http://www.ripleys.com |
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Insectropolis 1761 Route 9, Toms River, NJ 732-349-7090 Insectropolis is a fun and unique insect learning center that dazzles visitors of all ages. There is plenty to see and do here! Our creative displays entertain guests as they learn about these fascinating creatures. View thousands of beautiful and bizarre exotic insects from all over the world. Play bug games on our touch-screen computers. Pretend you are a termite as you crawl through our mud tube. Watch ants forage for food and build tunnels in our live ant nest. Safely get up close to our observation hive and see our busy bees. Or spy on our many other live insects. . Please call 732-349-7090 or visit http://www.insectropolis.com/ for more information. |
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Community Children's Museum 77 East Blackwell St. Dover NJ 973-366-9060 The Community Children’s Museum is THE place for hands-on fun in Art, Science and World Cultures in the heart of Morris County. Through our inspiring exhibits and programs children 6 months to ten years old will learn, grow and create. Exhibits include; Electricity, Studio Art, Space Capsule, a Theater Area, Van Gogh's Bedroom, Homes Around the World, and much more!! Community Children's Museum is located close to the Dover train station and is also very easy to get to by car. Hours of Operation: Thurs – Sat 10am-5pm. Call for summer hours. Admission Cost: $5 Children 6 months +, $4 Seniors |
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Monmouth Museum 765 Newman Springs Rd. Lincroft NJ 732-747-2266 Visitors can begin their tour with an orientation in the amphitheater, explore the exhibits, and experiment with many hands-on activities. It is a center for education and culture, and a focal point for dynamic ideas, the Museum features changing exhibitions and programs which appeal to a variety of interests. The WonderWing provides interactive learning in an Under-The-Sea adventure for the 6 and under crowd. The Becker Children's Wing offers programming geared to school curriculum for 7-12 year olds. Some exhibitions present fascinating looks at local history, flora and fauna. Also there is SOMEBODY! How It Works, explore the different systems of the human body and offers a crawl-through beating heart and a slide through the digestive system. Admission: 7.00 per Person, Children Under 2- Free Check Website for Specific Hours: http://www.monmouthmuseum.org/hours.html |
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New Jersey Children’s Museum 599 Valley Health Plaza, Paramus NJ 201-262-5151 Toddlers and preschoolers love the interactive, hands-on exhibits, including a real fire truck, a real helicopter, cool fossil/dinosaur cave, play ballet studio, kids' medieval castle, and much, much more. Explore over 30 different play and learning areas, each designed to attract and engage the imagination! Every visit is different, your child will find new and interesting things ever time that they visit. Kids will enjoy the fact that they can play with all of the exhibits for hours, and it helps to show the children new fun aspects of life. Admission: $10.00 plus tax for adults and children. Babies under 1 are free. Hours of Operation: Please check their website for dates and closures. http://www.njcm.com/planvisit.html |
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Newark Museum 49 Washington St. Newark NJ 973-596-6550 The Newark Museum, New Jersey's largest museum, invites you to enjoy unforgettable experiences in the arts and natural sciences. Take an inspirational journey through 80 galleries of world-class collections including American, Asian, African and Classical. Experience another era in the Victorian Ballantine House—a National Historic Landmark. Come face-to-face with live animals from around the world in the Mini Zoo or travel to the stars in our popular planetarium. Stroll through the beautiful sculpture garden, visit the museum shops and enjoy a delicious lunch or snack at the café. Hours: Wed-Fri - 12p.m. to 5 p.m. Sat-Sun, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. (Oct-June) Sat-Sun, 12 a.m. to 5 p.m. (July-Sept) Suggested Admission Price: Adult $10; Children, Seniors and Students with a valid ID $6 |
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Garden State Discovery Museum 2040 Springdale Rd. Cherry Hill NJ 856-424-1233 Every exhibit is an invitation to touch, explore and create. With 15 large interactive areas… including Bubble Trouble, the Silver Diner, Down the Shore and Action Newsroom, the Garden State Discovery Museum has lots of room for groups to spend an adventure-filled day together. Visit today and discover why we're recognized as one of the top 20 children’s museums in the country! Children love the fact that they can touch EVERYTHING!!! Garden State Discovery Museum wants your children to touch, feel, and experience everything that they possibly can. Hours of Operation: Open year round Mon-Sun, 9:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. Sat, 9:30 am – 8:30 pm (October through April) Closed Thanksgiving and Christmas day. Admission: $9.95 for adults and children 12 months and over $8.95 for seniors. All programs are free with admission unless otherwise noted. |
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Imagine That! 4 Vreeland Rd, Florham Park NJ 973-966-8000 At Imagine That!, the children's museum, children are encouraged to touch, discover, learn and explore in over 16,000 square foot hands-on museum featuring over 50 unique exhibits. At Imagine That!!! kids "Learn through play" in a safe environment where they can use their imaginations and have fun exploring and discovering unique and interesting exhibits -- and learning at the same time. The exhibits are specifically designed to stimulate the child's imagination and intellect. It is the perfect day trip for children of all ages. Hours of Operation: Open seven days a week 10 a.m.- 5:30 p.m. Admission: $9.95 for children $7.95 for adults No charge for infants under 1 year |
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The Jersey Explorer Children's Museum 192 Dodd St. East Orange NJ 973-673-6900 The Jersey Explorer Children’s Museum displays true-to-life, interactive exhibits that are the amazing handiwork of at-risk youth. Your children will enjoy coming to the museum and looking at all of the exhibits that are related to their world. It is a very interactive museum where your children can play in the different exhibits such as, the time traveler, the tombs of the ancient kings, stargazer, main street village, and their off the page theater. Bring you children to this wonderful interactive museum because they will learn something while they are having fun. Hours of Operation: Saturday Open to the Public 10a.m.- 3p.m. Wednesday: Walk In (Call for Availability) Admission: $6 per person Children 2 years and younger receive free admission |
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The Children's Museum of Somerset County 120 Finderne Ave. Bridgewater NJ 908-725-4677 The Jersey Shore Children’s Museum is a non-profit organization that is run by volunteers. There are all different exhibits for the different seasons. Outdoor exhibits could include a natural garden, weather station, animal exhibits, such as bees, butterflies or other insects. Another type of outdoor exhibit could be a themed play zone that would include climbing and other types of play equipment. Please see their website for more information on the many fun seasonal exhibits for kids and upcoming events. For Events and Exhibts in Season: http://childrensmuseumnj.org/cns.htm |
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Liberty Science Center 222 Jersey City Boulevard, Jersey City NJ 201-200-1000 Children are natural scientists, curious about everything around them. By encouraging their interests and exposing them to new ideas, parents or caregivers can help them develop intellectually. Liberty Science Center offers many memorable experiences for children, found in every exhibition area. Have fun exploring together! At Liberty Science Center, you'll discover that science exists everywhere, even in some surprising places! Hours of Opertation: Monday- Closed Tuesday- Friday- 9a.m.- 4p.m. Saturday- Sunday- 9a.m.- 5p.m. Admission: Exhibitions- Adult $15.75, Children/ Senior Citizens $ 11.50 |
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Yogi Berra Meseum and Learning Center 8 Quarry Road, Little Falls NJ 973-655-2378 The YBMLC is an engaging walk through the history of baseball, the New York Yankees and Yogi’s remarkable career. It houses an impressive collection of historic photos and artifacts, including Yogi’s 10 world championship rings, the most of any player in baseball history. There is also an intimate ballpark-like theater that shows films during Museum hours, and also serves as a classroom and venue for public programming. Hours of Operation: Wednesday- Sunday- 12p.m.- 5p.m. |
Northern NJ
Space Farms Zoo and Museum
218 Route 519 Sussex, NJ
973-875-5800
Come alive with nature and history. Explore the wild side of Space Farms Zoo and Museum. Space Farms offers educational fun for all ages. Where else can you step back in time and head for the wilderness all in one day? More than 100 beautiful acres of peaceful countryside offer plenty of room to picnic and play. As families roam the zoo and browse through the museums, an atmosphere of fun and adventure creates a memorable experience for everyone.
Featuring more than 500 animals of 100 different species, Space Farms has the largest private collection of North American animals, in their natural surroundings in the United States. The zoo also has many exotic species from around the world. Space Farms is internationally famous for their bear and lion cub breeding programs.
Open Daily 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Last Entrance at 4 p.m.
May 1 thru October 31
MORE KIDS MUSEUMS IN NJ SUITED FOR FAMILIES
Northern NJ
Space Farms Zoo and Museum
218 Route 519 Sussex, NJ
973-875-5800
Come alive with nature and history. Explore the wild side of Space Farms Zoo and Museum. Space Farms offers educational fun for all ages. Where else can you step back in time and head for the wilderness all in one day? More than 100 beautiful acres of peaceful countryside offer plenty of room to picnic and play. As families roam the zoo and browse through the museums, an atmosphere of fun and adventure creates a memorable experience for everyone.
Featuring more than 500 animals of 100 different species, Space Farms has the largest private collection of North American animals, in their natural surroundings in the United States. The zoo also has many exotic species from around the world. Space Farms is internationally famous for their bear and lion cub breeding programs.
Open Daily 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Last Entrance at 4 p.m.
May 1 thru October 31
Whippany Railway Museum
1 Railroad Plaza, Rt. 10W & Whippany Rd., Whippany NJ
973-887-8177
Fun railroad memorabilia, exhibits, large operating Lionel train layout, gift shop, picnic grounds. And train rides with Santa during the Christmas season and Train rides with the Easter Bunny depart during Easter season.
Northern NJ
Stone Museum
608 Spotswood-Englishtown Rd, Monroe Township, NJ
732-521-2232
A unique museum of minerals and fossils with a host of indoor and outdoor displays that are “hands on”, enabling visitors of all ages to actually touch specimens from 80 countries. One of their most popular exhibits is the Fluorescent Room, where visitors witness a display of hundreds of rocks (most from the Garden State) that glow in a vibrant array of colors. Recently we have acquired a dinosaur egg from China as well as a leg bone from one of the largest carnivorous dinosaurs—the African Spinosaurus. Kids also love their “recycled dinosaur”, Monroe, a giant twenty-foot-tall reptile replica who roars with real ferocity.
Grounds for sculpture
18 Fairgrounds Rd., Hamilton NJ
609-586-0616
A 35-acre sculpture park and museum on with exhibits the works of emerging and well-known artists. Over 240 contemporary sculptures can be found throughout the landscaped grounds and gardens. Tots on Tour, storytelling and art for ages 3-5 with adult 11 & 1pm 3rd Sat. of every month rain or shine. No reservations, first come-first served. Free with park admission. Offers many workshops and fun learning events for children throughout the year.
Central NJ
Jersey City Museum
350 Montgomery St., Jersey City NJ
201-413-0303
A museum of history and American visual art with particular emphasis on the work of contemporary artists. The museum places particular emphasis on exhibiting and supporting the work of contemporary artists who represent the diversity of our society, and on preserving and making accessible the art and the historical and industrial objects of significance to the region in its collections. Children's programs are held on Saturdays. They also offer many family exhibitions throughout the season.
Central NJ
Morris Museum
6 Normandy Heights Rd., Morristown NJ
973-971-3700
The Morris Museum offers special events for all ages and all interests -- from young children to seniors, from hands-on art and science workshops to discussions of significant historical events, and theatrical and other performances. The Morris Museum showcases Art, Science, Theater and History. Permanent exhibits include galleries devoted to Native American history and crafts; antique dolls, toys and dollhouses; natural science with mounted mammal specimens; rocks & minerals; dinosaurs and fossils.
Northern NJ
Museum of Early Trades and Crafts
Main St. at Green Village Rd., Madison NJ
973-377-2982
The mission of the Museum of Early Trades & Crafts is to enhance the understanding and appreciation of America's past by presenting and interpreting the history, culture and lives of ordinary people through educational programs, through preservation and stewardship of our collection, and through exhibition and demonstration of the trades and crafts practiced in New Jersey from its earliest settlement. Exhibits change all the time. They offer many cool family workshops, gallery talks, drop-in activities and have a fun children's discovery space.
Northern NJ
New Jersey State Museum
205 West State St., Trenton NJ
609-292-6464 (recorded information), 609-292-6308 (weekdays)
The New Jersey State Museum boasts a brand new High Definition Planetarium! Soar through the skies in the Museum’s spacious Planetarium, featuring precision projection of more than 6000 stars. The largest planetarium facility in New Jersey. Made possible by a grant from The Prudential Foundation.
Central NJ
The American Indian Heritage Museum
730 Rancocas Rd. PO Box 225, Rancocas, NJ
609-261-4747
Our American Indian Heritage Museum offers a unique, multifaceted look at American Indian culture. Professional staff will take you on a guided tour of our exhibits. In addition to viewing contemporary American Indian artwork, visitors will learn about American Indian history, culture and traditions. Guided tours are geared specifically to our visitors. Knowledgeable American Indian staff provides detailed and fascinating explanations of our numerous exhibits, as well as information about American Indian history! September through June: Tuesday and Thursday by appointment. First and third Saturday of the month, 10:00am till 3:00pm. No appointment required. For additional information or to make a weekday reservation, please call 609-261-4747
Central NJ
Sterling Hill Mining Museum
30 Plant Street, Ogdensburg, NJ
973-209-7212
Come take a 1,300-ft underground walking tour through the Sterling Hill and see the lamp room, the shaft station, mine galleries dating to the 1830's, and much more! The Zobel Exhibit Hall contains more than 20,000 mining-related items on display, including equipment used for explosives, moving and crushing ore. Also see cool outdoor Mining & Art Exhibits, a rock discovery center, a fossil discovery center and more. Great museum for kids and adults alike.
Northern NJ
Battleship New Jersey
62 Battleship Place Camden, NJ
866-877-6262
Experience the Battleship New Jersey. America's most decorated Battleship is now the area's most exciting museum, open for tours, events and overnight encampments. Exploring “BB62” is experiencing history in a whole new way. Not only do you see exhibits of artifacts from the ship’s past, but you are put into the exhibit as you go through the tour route. Sit in the chair from which Admiral Halsey commanded the fleet. Stretch out on the bunks where the sailors slept. Climb into the 16” gun turret and learn how the projectiles were loaded. From the moment you step across the ship’s brow you will understand that this is a museum where visitors take an active role. From strolling across forecastle to climbing the original ladders up to the bridge, and beyond, each step in your journey brings you closer to understanding what life was like for a sailor on the Battleship New Jersey. Welcome aboard! Great museum for children in Southern NJ.
Southern NJ
Northlandz
495 US Highway 202, Flemington, NJ
908-782-4022
Northlandz is home to the Great American railway, Doll Museum and Art Gallery. Northlandz is a world of wonder that everyone should experience. It includes the World's Largest Model Railroad, a doll collection, several dollhouses including a doll housewith 94 rooms and much more. Northlandz hold many fun children's events throughout the year.
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