All Childrens Museums in NJ in Essex County
Learn And Play!
Take the kids somewhere they can enjoy fascinating exhibits and maybe even come home with some new facts to share. Learning centers in Essex County, NJ give them the opportunity to go beyond what they learn in school or what they do on their own time. Let their curiosity take them on a journey as they navigate the museum, learning something new every step of the way.Features a Family Learning Lab!
At the Family Learning Lab, you can bring the kids to any of their many upcoming events where they can unleash their creative spirit and curiosity. Programs include gallery tours, studio art projects, open studio, and storytelling!
Montclair Art Museum
973-746-5555 | Essex CountyThe Montclair Art Museum, cited by the New York Times as “putting a new emphasis on ‘family friendly,’” offers a wide variety of programs that encourage children and families to explore, understand and enjoy the Museum’s collection and exhibitions. Programs such as MAM Park Bench, Home School Days,... Read More
Visit Website View DetailsNJ's largest museum!
Spend the whole day seeing all that the Newark Museum has to offer. Enjoy artistic exhibits of all different types and origins. You will be inspired and your little one's curiosity will be engaged.
Newark Museum
973-596-6550 | Essex CountyThe Newark Museum, located in Essex County, is the state's largest museum. It holds a vast collection of American art, decorative arts and contemporary art, as well as arts of Asia, Africa, the Americas and the ancient world. The museum’s numerous programs are appropriate for young children, teens, families and adults of all... Read More
Visit Website View DetailsBuild by student for students!
Built and staffed by members of NJ Youth Corps, this museum incorporates aspects of history, science, and more to create a fun learning environment! Take a day to see everything it has to offer and leave having learned something new.
The Jersey Explorer Children's Museum
973-673-6900 | Essex CountyThe 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... Read More
Visit Website View DetailsFeatures a Family Learning Lab!
At the Family Learning Lab, you can bring the kids to any of their many upcoming events where they can unleash their creative spirit and curiosity. Programs include gallery tours, studio art projects, open studio, and storytelling!
Montclair Art Museum
973-746-5555 | Essex CountyThe Montclair Art Museum, cited by the New York Times as “putting a new emphasis on ‘family friendly,’” offers a wide variety of programs that encourage children and families to explore, understand and enjoy the Museum’s collection and exhibitions. Programs such as MAM Park Bench, Home School Days,... Read More
View DetailsNJ's largest museum!
Spend the whole day seeing all that the Newark Museum has to offer. Enjoy artistic exhibits of all different types and origins. You will be inspired and your little one's curiosity will be engaged.
Newark Museum
973-596-6550 | Essex CountyThe Newark Museum, located in Essex County, is the state's largest museum. It holds a vast collection of American art, decorative arts and contemporary art, as well as arts of Asia, Africa, the Americas and the ancient world. The museum’s numerous programs are appropriate for young children, teens, families and adults of all... Read More
View DetailsBuild by student for students!
Built and staffed by members of NJ Youth Corps, this museum incorporates aspects of history, science, and more to create a fun learning environment! Take a day to see everything it has to offer and leave having learned something new.
The Jersey Explorer Children's Museum
973-673-6900 | Essex CountyThe 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... Read More
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Indoor Fun On A Rainy Day!
If the outside weather is a bit too dreary but you've already explored the museums in your area, there are still ways to spend a family day together! Check out our compilation of over 150 rainy day activities that can be enjoyed all over state. Your kids will thank you for dragging them out of the house to explore a cool new location.The Best For Kids!
Out of all the museums, some are just a better fit for kids. They'll have more fun being able to explore interactive exhibits and activities. The 16 best museums for kids include some of the ones mentioned, as well as several others. Read about them to see which one might be the best fit for your little one.