Children's Museums
Children's Museum of New Hampshire
📍 6 Washington St, Dover, NH 03820🕐 Hours
| Monday | Closed |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 9 AM–12 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–12 PM, 1–4 PM |
| Sunday | 9 AM–12 PM |
About Children's Museum of New Hampshire
Hands-on, educational exhibits for kids. Educational center exploring art, science & culture via interactive exhibits for kids & families. The museum offers free admission for active military and up to 5 family members from May 16 through September 6 as part of the Blue Star Museum program. Rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,025 visitors.
Quick Facts
- Type
- Children's Museum
- Best For
- Toddlers to early elementary age
- Highlights
- One World Cafe, Play Loft, hands-on tinker activities, live animal encounters
- Special Offer
- Free admission for active military families May-September
- Location
- Dover, New Hampshire
💡 Did You Know?
- The museum offers free admission for active military and up to 5 family members from May 16 through September 6 as part of the Blue Star Museum program
- NH Maker Fest, an annual event hosted at the museum, is in its 14th annual iteration as of the provided data (June event)
- The museum operates on a split-day schedule with sessions from 9am-12pm and 1pm-4pm, closing during the midday hour to manage capacity and maintain cleanliness standards
- The Luckey Climber exhibit is scheduled to open in Fall 2026, representing a planned expansion of the museum's climbing and active play offerings
💬 What Visitors Say
- Book tickets online in advance and choose either the 9am-12pm or 1pm-4pm time slot, as the museum closes from 12-1pm daily. Plan accordingly if driving from far away to avoid paying for multiple sessions.
- Get discounted tickets through your local library, which offers 50% off admission. Also consider a Museum Passport membership to save money and gain access to other participating museums.
- The museum is excellent for children ages 2-10 with dedicated spaces for infants and toddlers (under 3). The layout is thoughtfully designed with two full floors, so allow 2-3 hours minimum to explore all exhibits without feeling rushed.
- Active military families can visit free May 16 - September 6 through the Blue Star Museum program (up to 5 family members), and summer camps offer 3-day sessions for extended learning experiences.
- Attend Toddler Tinker Time daily at 10:30am for structured programming included with admission, or visit on weekdays outside school vacation periods to avoid crowds. The museum gets very busy during school breaks.
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