Children's Museums

North Shore Children's Museum

Name: North Shore Children's Museum
Address: 10 Main St, Peabody, MA 01960, Peabody, MA, US
Telephone: (978) 538-5765
Rating: 4.5

★★★★☆ 4.5 (121 reviews)

📍 10 Main St, Peabody, MA 01960

📞 (978) 538-5765

🌐 www.nschildrensmuseum.org

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🕐 Hours

Monday	9 AM–12 PM, 1–4 PM
Tuesday	9 AM–12 PM, 1–4 PM
Wednesday	9 AM–12 PM, 1–4 PM
Thursday	9 AM–12 PM, 1–4 PM
Friday	9 AM–12 PM, 1–4 PM
Saturday	9 AM–4 PM
Sunday	12–4 PM

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About North Shore Children's Museum

North Shore Children's Museum is a children's museum in Peabody, MA. The museum is housed in a former bank building at 10 Main Street in Peabody, with an original bank vault that serves as an interactive play space and historic architectural feature. Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 121 visitors.

Quick Facts

Type: Children's Museum
Location: Peabody, MA
Best For: All ages
Highlights: 15 themed hands-on exhibit rooms, seasonal rotating exhibits, free included programs
Special Offer: Friday birthday parties 50% off June-August; free days for local residents

💡 Did You Know?

🏛️The museum is housed in a former bank building at 10 Main Street in Peabody, with an original bank vault that serves as an interactive play space and historic architectural feature
⭐Features 15 distinct themed rooms with hands-on play exhibits, including a rotating seasonal exhibit room that changes throughout the year
⭐All programs including Yoga, Music and Movement, Storytelling, STEM workshops, and Sports Classes are included with general admission as part of the museum's access mission
⭐Offers community-focused free admission days for residents of nearby towns (Wakefield on June 6-7 and Hamilton-Wenham on June 13-14) and provides 50% off birthday parties on Fridays during summer months

💬 What Visitors Say

💬This museum is optimally suited for children ages 1-6, particularly toddlers and younger preschoolers. If your child is over 5-6 years old or easily bored by pretend play, consider whether this venue matches their interests before visiting.
💬Plan to spend 2-3 hours exploring the 15 themed rooms. Popular exhibits include the bank (original vault from the building's past), kitchen/farmer's market, doctor's office, space room with glow-in-the-dark features, and the puff ball tube machine in the comic room.
💬Parking is limited to street parking on a busy street near the former bank building at 10 Main Street in Peabody. Arrive early to secure parking, or plan accordingly for parking challenges during busier times.
💬Free admission days are available for Wakefield residents (June 6-7) and Hamilton-Wenham residents (June 13-14). Additionally, if celebrating a birthday, summer birthday parties are 50% off on Fridays in June, July, and August.
💡The smaller, intimate space design means children won't feel overwhelmed—even toddlers can play alongside older kids without anxiety. The museum's layout keeps parents close to their children, creating a calm, safe environment.