Children's Museums
The Children's Museum of Wilmington
📍 116 Orange St, Wilmington, NC 28401🕐 Hours
| Monday | Closed |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 9 AM–5 PM |
| Wednesday | 9 AM–5 PM |
| Thursday | 9 AM–5 PM |
| Friday | 9 AM–5 PM |
| Saturday | 9 AM–5 PM |
| Sunday | 1–5 PM |
About The Children's Museum of Wilmington
Hands-on exhibits for kids ages 1 to 10. Museum for kids ages 1 to 10 with hands-on exhibits, outdoor playground, & party rooms. The museum spans over 15,000 square feet of interactive educational exhibits across three historic buildings on four floors. Rated 4.4 out of 5 stars by 543 visitors.
Quick Facts
- Type
- Children's Museum
- Location
- Downtown Wilmington, NC
- Best For
- Ages 0-10
- Size
- 15,000+ sq ft across 4 floors in 3 historic buildings
- Programs
- Camps, field trips, daily educational programming, special events
💡 Did You Know?
- The museum spans over 15,000 square feet of interactive educational exhibits across three historic buildings on four floors
- Field trips are designed to align with North Carolina Education Standard Course of Study, integrating museum visits directly into state curriculum standards
- The museum offers year-round daily educational programming in addition to themed summer and spring break camps
- The museum features a full-size indoor ship exhibit and outdoor vehicles including a bus and dump truck for interactive play, highly praised in visitor reviews
💬 What Visitors Say
- Start with the Publix supermarket area and outdoor exhibits (bus and dump truck station) - these are consistently mentioned as standout attractions that captivate toddlers and young children for extended periods
- Plan to spend at least 2-3 hours; visitors report children are still eager to explore after 2 hours, so allocate adequate time to experience the ship, construction zone, and multiple role-play areas across the four floors
- The museum is well-equipped for young children with bathrooms on every floor, a dedicated nursing room, and stroller-friendly spacing across the three historic buildings - ideal for families with toddlers and potty-training children
- Military personnel and educators receive discounts; check membership options as they may offer good value given the variety of exhibits and year-round daily educational programming available
- The art room and role-play areas (veterinarian, dentist, diner) are best suited for ages 3+; toddlers under 2 will gravitate more toward the Publix area, water table, and outdoor play zones
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