Long Island Children's Museum

About Long Island Children's Museum

Hands-on activities for kids of all ages. Former airplane hangar now offers hands-on exhibits & activities for kids from toddlers to teens. The museum is housed in a former airplane hangar, repurposed into an interactive learning space. Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,407 visitors.

💬 What Visitors Say

• 🕐Arrive early on weekends to avoid crowds and ensure access to popular exhibits like the Bubbles section and sand play areas, which can become congested with limited supplies during peak times
• 💬Plan for at least 2-3 hours to explore the museum comfortably; visitors report not finishing all 14 exhibits in two hours, so budget accordingly for a full experience
• 💬Bring your own lunch and snacks—while there's a cafeteria with vending machines available, visitors note prices are high, and the museum allows outside food in designated eating areas
• 💡The museum has a dedicated area for children under 4 with toddler-friendly exhibits, but younger visitors are welcome throughout most of the museum; staff is attentive to helping with younger children's needs
• 💡Check the museum's calendar before visiting to see rotating exhibits and special events—recent highlights like the 'Emotions at Play' (Inside Out) exhibit and ocean life displays add significant value and educational depth to your visit