Brooklyn Children's Museum

About Brooklyn Children's Museum

Interactive displays & exhibits. Circa-1899 museum, billed as the world's first for kids, with 30,000+ objects & hands-on exhibits. Brooklyn Children's Museum was founded circa 1899 and is billed as the world's first museum dedicated specifically for children. Rated 4.4 out of 5 stars by 4,047 visitors.

💬 What Visitors Say

• 🕐Visit on weekday mornings or take advantage of Community Access Thursdays (2pm-5pm) to avoid peak weekend crowds and have better access to exhibits that can run low on materials during busy times.
• 💡Pack your own lunch and snacks - the café offers limited options (mainly chips, coffee, and one hot item at $12) and there's ample seating available throughout the museum.
• 💡Start with Totally Tots and the miniature shops (pizza, grocery store, subway station) as these are the most beloved and engaging exhibits that consistently keep kids entertained for hours.
• 💬Plan to spend 2-4 hours at the museum and note that while exhibits show some wear, the space is bright, well-organized, and ideal for younger children (toddlers through early elementary) who benefit most from the sensory and pretend-play areas.
• 💬Check if a membership makes sense for your family - admission is $15 per person, so repeated visits justify membership cost, especially for accessing included classes on the second floor.