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kidscommons Columbus’ Community Children's Museum
📍 309 Washington St, Columbus, IN 47201🕐 Hours
| Monday | Closed |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 10 AM–1 PM, 2–5 PM |
| Wednesday | 10 AM–1 PM, 2–5 PM |
| Thursday | 10 AM–1 PM, 2–5 PM |
| Friday | 10 AM–1 PM, 2–5 PM |
| Saturday | 10 AM–1 PM, 2–5 PM |
| Sunday | 2–5 PM |
About kidscommons Columbus’ Community Children's Museum
Community children's museum. Hands-on museum aimed at teaching children through fun interactive exhibits. The museum features a viral internet-famous giant toilet slide attraction that visitors can experience. Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 542 visitors.
Quick Facts
- Type
- Children's Museum
- Location
- Columbus, Indiana
- Hours
- Tue-Sat 10am-1pm & 2pm-5pm, Sun 2pm-5pm
- Memberships
- Available
💡 Did You Know?
- The museum features a viral internet-famous giant toilet slide attraction that visitors can experience
- The museum operates on a timed session ticket system to manage crowds and ensure shorter wait times for visitors
- The museum spans 3 floors with interconnected play spaces including the 'Explorahouse' maze, bubble experimentation areas, camping simulation level, and hidden discovery zones
- The museum offers affordable admission at $9 per person and provides facilities for birthday parties and event rentals
- The museum features interactive hourly activities and demonstrations including live animal encounters (such as a petting bunny) and hands-on experiments
💬 What Visitors Say
- Book session tickets in advance to arrive early and enjoy the first hour with minimal crowds. Reviewers consistently noted that arriving early via timeslot reservations significantly improved their experience with fewer families present.
- Plan for 3-5 hours of visit time rather than 1-2 hours. Multiple reviewers were surprised by the depth of activities across all 3 floors and noted their kids could have stayed even longer without complaint.
- Spend most time on the second floor, which has the most interactive activities including the bubble room, Explorahouse with secret doors, hidden passages, and the famous giant toilet slide that attracts visitors from across the region.
- Bring comfortable walking shoes and be aware that some play areas are child-sized only, which can be cramped for adults. Request additional seating near the camping area on the third floor if you need rest areas while supervising.
- At $9 per person for admission, this is an affordable outing, but consider membership if visiting multiple times since parents must pay full admission. Membership may offer better value for frequent visitors and families with multiple children.
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