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Visitor tip
Plan 2-3 hours minimum for young children (ages 2-6), as exhibits like the pretend grocery store, post office, and spaceship encourage extended imaginative play rather than quick stops
Visitor tip
Prepare for the toy store at the front entrance, which is a known distraction for young children. Have a strategy ready or plan your entry/exit timing to minimize impulse purchase requests
About Jacksonville's "Hands On" Children's Museum
Interactive & hands-on exhibits including a castle, grocery store & other kid-friendly play areas.
Quick Facts
- Type
- Children's Museum
- Location
- Jacksonville, Florida
- Tagline
- Where learning is child's play
- Contact
- 904-642-2688
What visitors say
Jax 'Hands On' is a gem of an experience for kids of all ages! 👏🏾 The interactive areas can be for as much time .. and as much detail as needed... This place grows with your kids imagination and comprehension! Special highlight for…
Great place to take the kids! The Children’s Hands-On Museum is full of interactive exhibits that keep them busy, curious, and learning without even realizing it. Everything is designed so kids can touch, explore, and use their…
Always take my grandkids there it’s they’re preferred place to go. It’s so much fun they can put on a play, run a restaurant, go shopping, be a veterinarian and many many more. My granddaughter loves to run the post office! Pure natural…
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Did You Know?
- The museum offers an exceptionally affordable annual membership pass for three people at under $75 total, making it one of the most budget-friendly family attractions in Jacksonville
- Birthday party packages are remarkably economical at $125 for 15 guests with 2.5 hours of access including dedicated party room space, representing exceptional value for children's party venues
- The museum features a unique 'no electronics' play philosophy, with exhibits like a pretend grocery store, post office, bank, veterinarian clinic, and 50's Cafe designed to encourage imaginative play without screens
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