Children's Museums
The Bruce Museum Seaside Center
📍 10 Tods Driftway, Old Greenwich, CT 06870🕐 Hours
| Monday | Closed |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 11 AM–5 PM |
| Wednesday | 11 AM–5 PM |
| Thursday | 11 AM–5 PM |
| Friday | 11 AM–5 PM |
| Saturday | 11 AM–5 PM |
| Sunday | 11 AM–5 PM |
About The Bruce Museum Seaside Center
The Bruce Museum Seaside Center is a children's museum in Old Greenwich, CT. The Bruce Museum Seaside Center features rotating exhibitions scheduled through 2026, including notable contemporary art exhibits such as Gisela Colón: Radiant Earth, Georges Braque: Tactile Space, and Ursula Von Rydingsvard: states of becoming. Rated 4.2 out of 5 stars by 31 visitors.
Quick Facts
- Type
- Art and Science Museum
- Best For
- Families and children, all ages
- Current Highlights
- Ants: Tiny Creatures Big Lives, Leonardo Drew: Alchemy, Ursula Von Rydingsvard exhibitions
- Location
- Seaside Center
💡 Did You Know?
- The Bruce Museum Seaside Center features rotating exhibitions scheduled through 2026, including notable contemporary art exhibits such as Gisela Colón: Radiant Earth, Georges Braque: Tactile Space, and Ursula Von Rydingsvard: states of becoming
- The facility combines both art and science exhibitions, including fine art collections featuring impressionist paintings alongside natural science exhibits such as 'Ants: Tiny Creatures, Big Lives'
- Access to the Bruce Museum Seaside Center requires a beach pass and daily parking fees, creating a gatekeeping issue that limits public accessibility despite its affiliation with the Bruce Museum
💬 What Visitors Say
- Visit on Tuesdays for free admission - a significant money-saver for budget-conscious visitors
- Be aware this is a private seaside facility requiring a beach pass and daily parking fees (approximately $50); verify access requirements and hours before visiting, as Google hours may be outdated. The venue officially opens in June, not year-round
- Check the current rotating exhibitions before your visit - shows like 'Alaska exhibit' have limited runs (through Oct. 12). The museum features diverse collections including impressionist paintings, minerals, and interactive exhibits like 'Ants: Tiny Creatures, Big Lives'
- Consider a membership if you plan multiple visits, as the venue offers membership programs that may offset parking and admission costs, especially compared to daily visitor fees
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