Children's Museums
Museum of Art and Digital Entertainment - (MADE)
📍 921 Washington St, Oakland, CA 94607🕐 Hours
| Monday | Closed |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | 10 AM–5 PM |
| Thursday | 10 AM–5 PM |
| Friday | 11 AM–9 PM |
| Saturday | 11 AM–9 PM |
| Sunday | 11 AM–7 PM |
About Museum of Art and Digital Entertainment - (MADE)
Museum of Art and Digital Entertainment - (MADE) is a children's museum in Oakland, CA. MADE features playable cancelled games and prototypes, allowing visitors to experience unreleased titles preserved on original hardware. Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars by 264 visitors.
Quick Facts
- Type
- Video Game Museum
- Best For
- All ages, gaming enthusiasts
- Highlights
- Playable consoles from 1970s-present, arcade cabinets, cancelled games & prototypes, original boxed game collections
- Admission
- $20 per day with unlimited same-day re-entry
- Special Feature
- First Friday indie game developer showcases
💡 Did You Know?
- MADE features playable cancelled games and prototypes, allowing visitors to experience unreleased titles preserved on original hardware
- The museum uses modded consoles running ROM versions to preserve original boxed copies of games in their collection, balancing accessibility with conservation
- Admission includes unlimited same-day returns for $20, allowing visitors to explore downtown Oakland and return to gaming without additional charge
- MADE hosts First Friday showcases featuring local indie game developers demonstrating games in development, creating a bridge between preservation and contemporary game creation
- The collection spans from 1970s Atari VCS and Pong consoles through modern systems, with original boxed game art organized by console and desktop computers on display
💬 What Visitors Say
- Take advantage of the same-day re-entry policy ($20 admission) to split your visit between gaming and exploring downtown Oakland. Play for a few hours, grab lunch or explore nearby attractions, then return to continue playing without additional cost.
- Visit during First Friday events to see local indie game developers showcase games in development. This transforms your visit into both a gaming experience and a networking opportunity with the creative community.
- Plan to spend at least 3-4 hours to meaningfully explore the collection. Visitors report spending entire afternoons playing specific games intensively, so block out substantial time rather than treating it as a quick visit.
- Don't miss the cancelled games and prototypes corner and the original boxed art collection organized by console. These exhibits showcase gaming history beyond just playable hardware.
- Engage with the volunteer staff—they're described as knowledgeable and enthusiastic about gaming history. Ask them about the collection, preservation techniques, and recommendations for lesser-known games based on your interests.
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