About Gilbert House Children's Museum

Children's museum in 3 historic houses. Children's science & art museum spanning 3 Victorian houses plus an outdoor play area.

💬 What Parents Say

• 💡Arrive early or plan for a full day - the museum has extensive indoor exhibits across unique rooms plus outdoor play areas (playground, sand pit, climbing structures) that can easily occupy visitors for 4+ hours
• 🕐Plan your visit before 4:30 PM gate closure, and note that the museum closes Mondays and opens at 10 AM on other days - this limits access for working parents, so plan accordingly or consider membership benefits
• 💡Don't miss the outdoor labyrinth maze - it's a signature feature that children find engaging and challenging, but parents should supervise as it's easy for kids to get temporarily lost inside
• 💡Check the daily Science Time programming (1:00-2:00 PM) and Friday storytime (11:30 AM) to enhance the educational experience with structured activities beyond self-directed exploration
• 💡If visiting with a large family, inquire about party booking options and summer camps led by experienced educators, which may offer better value than drop-in visits for frequent attendees

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