Children's Museums

Children's Museum of Oak Ridge

Name: Children's Museum of Oak Ridge
Address: 461 W Outer Dr, Oak Ridge, TN 37830, Oak Ridge, TN, US
Telephone: (865) 482-1074
Rating: 4.6

★★★★☆ 4.6 (864 reviews)

📍 461 W Outer Dr, Oak Ridge, TN 37830

📞 (865) 482-1074

🌐 childrensmuseumofoakridge.org

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🕐 Hours

Monday	Closed
Tuesday	10 AM–4 PM
Wednesday	10 AM–4 PM
Thursday	10 AM–4 PM
Friday	10 AM–4 PM
Saturday	10 AM–4 PM
Sunday	1–4 PM

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About Children's Museum of Oak Ridge

Hands-on exhibits & train-car garden. Children's museum offers classes & hand-on exhibits, including a train garden & waterworks display. The museum offers free admission to SNAP benefit recipients through the Museums for All program, plus 3 additional guests, making it accessible to low-income families. Rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 864 visitors.

Quick Facts

Type: Children's Museum
Location: Historic Oak Ridge, Tennessee
Best For: Kids in grades K-5
Features: Kids Go Green! Environmental Center and Gardens, STEAM activities, art, cooking, gardening
Summer Programming: Imagination Station Summer Camp (June-July 2026)

💡 Did You Know?

⭐The museum offers free admission to SNAP benefit recipients through the Museums for All program, plus 3 additional guests, making it accessible to low-income families
🏛️The museum features exhibits related to Oak Ridge's Manhattan Project history, reflecting the town's significant role in nuclear science during World War II
⭐The museum operates an extensive summer camp program (Imagination Station) running 7 weeks with diverse themes including STEAM, world cultures, cooking, and gardening
⭐The museum includes a train-car garden and dedicated Kids Go Green Environmental Center, combining horticultural education with play-based learning

💬 What Visitors Say

💬EBT card holders receive free admission plus 3 additional guests—a significant savings for eligible families. Verify eligibility at the informational desk upon arrival.
💬Plan for a full day visit (3+ hours minimum based on visitor experiences). If attending as a full-day camper, bring your own lunch and drinks, as snack breaks are only provided at 10 am and 3 pm.
💡The dollhouse and Manhattan Project exhibits are the most frequently mentioned attractions. Start with these popular exhibits early in your visit to experience them when crowds are lighter.
💡Sign up for Charlie's Calendar email newsletter to receive monthly updates on special events, including the summer camp programs (June-July) and the Annual Garden Party Fundraiser featuring educational presentations.
💡Toddlers and young children will find extensive interactive activities throughout the museum. Note that many exhibits are older and occasionally need maintenance, but the attached play park provides outdoor activity space if kids need a break.