Children's Museums

Pennypickle's Workshop

Name: Pennypickle's Workshop
Address: 42081 Main St, Temecula, CA 92590, Temecula, CA, US
Telephone: (951) 308-6376
Rating: 4.7

★★★★☆ 4.7 (652 reviews)

📍 42081 Main St, Temecula, CA 92590

📞 (951) 308-6376

🌐 www.pennypickles.org

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🕐 Hours

Monday	Closed
Tuesday	10 AM–5 PM
Wednesday	10 AM–5 PM
Thursday	10 AM–5 PM
Friday	10 AM–5 PM
Saturday	10 AM–5 PM
Sunday	12:30–5 PM

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About Pennypickle's Workshop

Hands-on children's museum & gift shop. Family-friendly venue with an on-site gift shop offers interactive exhibits for kids of all ages. Pennypickle's Workshop offers field trips starting at just $9 per child, making it one of the most affordable educational venues for school groups. Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 652 visitors.

Quick Facts

Type: Children's Museum
Best For: Children and families
Highlights: Hands-on science discovery, gizmos and gadgets, interactive workshops
Location: 42081 Main Street, Temecula, California 92590
Field Trips: Starting at $9 per child

💡 Did You Know?

⭐Pennypickle's Workshop offers field trips starting at just $9 per child, making it one of the most affordable educational venues for school groups
⭐The museum features an earthquake simulator exhibit, a specialized interactive feature that provides hands-on seismic science education
⭐The venue offers virtual visits as an alternative to in-person experiences, expanding accessibility beyond physical location constraints
⭐Pennypickle's Workshop maintains a dynamic exhibit philosophy where most exhibitions are hands-on and interactive, allowing children to touch and manipulate learning materials throughout multiple themed rooms

💬 What Visitors Say

🕐Arrive at least 2-3 hours before closing to fully explore all exhibits; visitors who arrived 1.5 hours before closing ran out of time despite the museum's compact size. Check the busy-ness schedule and aim for first session slots to avoid peak crowds.
💡Plan for hands-on learning: most exhibits are interactive and dynamic with items kids can touch and manipulate. Bring comfortable clothing and allow children to engage directly with each themed room for maximum educational benefit.
💡Don't miss the science shows offered during your visit—they're included and highly praised by families. Ask staff about show times upon arrival to plan your route through the museum accordingly.
💬At $10 per person, this museum offers exceptional value for an afternoon of interactive, educational activities. It's cost-effective for families with multiple children across different age ranges (toddlers through teens enjoy it).
💬The museum is small but densely packed with activities—fun puzzles and challenges continue even in the hallways. With kids ages 2.5-13 all enjoying it, there's content for various developmental levels throughout the space.