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Boca Raton Children's Museum

3.6 (47 reviews)
Closed 10:00 am - 5:00 pm

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There are several buildings but the one in the photo is the museum entrance.
Mike Z.

The parking lot is on the backside of where the entrance is and there are not a lot of signs on where the main entrance is. There are some nice activities outside surrounding the museum like a bubble play sink, pirate ship and water table. The interior has about six rooms to explore but honestly it feels like a glorified daycare center than any sort of museum educational learning place. The staff could provide more information and a complete wipe-down of disinfectant would be a great start.

The gorgeous event space holds 80 people
Sharon M.

As the parents of 2 children ages 2.5 and 4.5, my husband and I found this wonderful place to take our girls. The Boca Children's Museum is perfect for little explorers and their siblings/friends. The staff are 100%always courteous, caring, and truly invested in the nurturing of young minds and bodies. My husband and I can both attest to this as educators within Palm Beach and Broward County. Miss Nancy recently helped our family celebrate my nephew's 2nd birthday, and it went off without a hitch and was beautifully put together in their events room on site. The children had a blast with the hands-on manipulative centers, arts & crafts area, and science centers. Their favorite birthday activity was definitely the story time circle! We cannot rave enough about this wonderful property, the experience we have when we go, and the wonderful staff that care for the families who come to visit!

Super Hero Walk and After Party October 10 2015
Mary G.

There has Been a lot of activity going on at the Museum in the last six months. From new programs like mommy and me classes to paint and wine, to the Super Hero Walk and Party on Oct 10. There is a new interest in the community after the announcement that the Museum will go through some renovations and debut new interactive exhibits and programs for children and adults. The Children's Museum now offers costume party packages with a dedicated event planer to serve the community. I feel it is a new era for this historical Museum. The Boca Raton Children's Museum Face Book page has pictures of the latest happenings. http://youtu.be/SIpDAPxmGYE

Steven B.

Best for young children. Not sure of it really qualifies as a museum but more of a cheap air-conditioned playroom. Very uninterested volunteer working the desk while we were there.

Magene M.

Was looking for an indoor playground so I can contain Zachy as I finish a deadline for work. I thought it was gonna be a museum where artifacts are gonna be displayed, but it ended up being an awesome place filled with different play areas and different types of toys and activities. Zachy ended up joining an art class, and a crafts class. I love how the staff starts playing with the kids and they're very accommodating. Ms. Nancy is just wonderful. We will definitely be coming back.

We love the Children Museum! We have been coming here for a year on and off and every week at least once in the last 3 months and we LOVE it! The place is clean and organized, the staff is helpful, the toys are great and updated and the yearly price for unlimited visit is unbeatable! THE BEST place to spend the hot Florida day for my 17 months old son! I recommend to every child to experience this amazing children world!

My sweet boy enjoying the 'choo-choooo'.
Lisa R.

We have found our go-to place!!!! My 2 year old and I LOVE the Boca Children's Museum. Everyone is super sweet and welcoming and the museum is like going to a toy store and getting to open and play with the best of the best toys. We can seriously spend 2-3 hours there almost everyday. There's something for every kid whether they like to climb in a jungle gym, pretend play in the Publix grocery store, or partake in a community Art class..this is the place for your little one!!

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Great place for 3.5 yo! Loved how much they have to do! Different rooms, playground outside, sandbox, water fun outside. So much!

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Needs a good cleaning fresh paint and updated toys. Felt that I was at a thrift store play ground from the 1980s. Was very disappointed.

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My 2 year son just loves this place! There is so much for him to do. The girl that does story time is great!

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4.6(872 reviews)
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Morikami Museum is a beautiful place to visit. I'd suggest going in the morning or when the sun…read moreisn't too hot, since there's a lot of walking depending on how you choose to explore the grounds. There are a few side trails branching off the main paths that are quieter and worth taking if you have time. I loved that there were plenty of rest areas that felt silent and peaceful -- great for taking a break and just soaking it all in. The koi pond was a highlight too. The landscaping is serene and really well kept, with lots of spots that make you want to stop and take it in. I really enjoyed it for a peaceful stroll and ended up taking a ton of nature pictures -- the light, the greenery, and the traditional architecture all make for great photos. Definitely recommend if you're looking for a calm, scenic experience.

We came here on Mother's Day -- a Sunday in May. As you can imagine, it was quite busy. So busy, in…read morefact, that we only saw a peak at the inside museum and a quick visit to the gift shop. We spent our time visiting the Japanese gardens. It was excruciatingly hot the day we visited. We were glad for the frequent benches to stop and rest. We enjoyed the beauty of the various gardens. Especially liked the bamboo grove as my husband got to explain to a few folks a bit about bamboo and the ingenuity of his grandfather using bamboo on his farm in Georgia as irrigation conduits. The sign saying don't carve the bamboo next to a carved stalk was ironic... In addition to the various plant gardens, there were the rock gardens, the waterfalls, and the pine forest. Liked seeing the koi fish and turtles. Another highlight was the bonsai exhibit. Throughout the winding path, there were stone lanterns and small wooden huts. At the entrance to the area with the original 1977 museum is a laughing Buddha statue of Hotei, the god of happiness. Smaller than expected, you might miss it the first time you pass by. As a caveat, prepare for lots of walking. Wear comfortable shoes, a hat or carry a parasol, sunglasses. They have a couple areas with steps, but there is an alternative "easier" path for strollers or handicapped. And if possible, come when it's cooler. I'm glad we walked the entire perimeter. But for someone very much out of shape, I know I'll be feeling my achy muscles. I'm glad we got this brief glimpse into the history and culture of the Japanese in South Florida. It's one of the most distinctive tourist attractions in our area.

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I absolutely love that Deerfield Beach has this free gem of a museum. The South Florida Railway…read moreMuseum is located in the historic Seaboard Airline Railway Station built in 1926. The Mediterranean Revival structure was designed by Gustav A. Maass, an architect from Louisiana. I am a historic train station enthusiast. Some of have been left abandoned to rot away while others have been restored and are still in use today. A select few have been turned into museums. It warms my heart to see that this station is still in operation today for Amtrack and Trirail while honoring the railways past with this charming museum. Henry Flagler first laid railroad tracks to South Florida in 1894. The Seaboard Air Line Railroad put down tracks between 1921 and 1924. The Seaboard Air Line Railroad was an American railroad which existed from April 14, 1900, until July 1, 1967 when it merged with the Atlantic Coast Line Railroad. AIr Line does not refer to air travel but instead is a common term for the shortest distance between two points. The railroad operated 4,000 miles of track running from Richmond, Virginia down through Jacksonville and ending in Jacksonville. Solomon Davies Warfield, chairman of the Seaboard Air Line Railroad at the time, extended the railroad further into South Florida to Miami in 1925 and to Homestead in 1927 where it ended. Solomon Davies Warfield was the uncle of Bessie Wallis Warfield Simpson, the woman whose love affair with King Edward forced him to abdicate the throne in 1942. The Army Air Corps took over the warehouses to store materials for building the Boca Raton Army Air Field where FAU now sits. In 1990 and 2010 the station underwent restoration. The goal of the South Florida Railway Museum volunteers is to preserve the history of railroads in southern Florida and to educate the public about the importance of railroads in the region, past and present. You enter the museum through a full sized mock up of the tail end of a Pullman observation car. While visiting the museum I caught up with a Ford Model A and Model T club event. They were visiting the museum to see former club member Sylvio Cote's 3/4" scale steam engine which is on display. The museum has two operating model train layouts, the South Farmington Rail & Mule Railroad and South Florida. I love examining all of the miniature buildings and people as the trains race past. There is also bells, whistles, model locomotives, apparel, tools, literature, and other objects dating from 1901 to present on display. This is a great economical afternoon for families with children. Take the kids to see the trains and then walk next door to the Krispy Kreme or Tropical Smoothie Cafe for refreshment when you finish. A big thank you to the volunteers of the Model Railway Museum for sharing their passion and keeping this unique museum open for free but by all means please drop a donation into the box on your way out.

We came here today because we'd never been... and they were participating in the Smithsonian…read moremagazine (free) museum day. The Smithsonian has been doing this for about 14 years and we've been to a number of venues in south Florida -- museums are added and subtracted every year. The "Seaboard Airline Railroad station" is attached to the TriRail station. If coming from I95, ignore your GPS and go over the tracks then turn south into the parking lot. You want to be on the northbound tracks side. You enter the museum through a small door in the wall of the station. Our museum day ticket said it was open on Saturdays from 10 am to 2 pm, but their brochure says 12 pm to 4 pm. Also they are open on Wednesday evenings from 6pm to 9 pm. There was no phone number listed to call and check these times, so be forewarned. The museum is also the home of the Model Railroad Club. They make money from membership dues and donations. We were sure to leave some cash in their donation jar on the way out. The station itself that houses the museum was built in 1926. And is listed in the historic places registry. It was remodeled in 1990 and again in 2000 when Tri Rail began using it. The museum is in what was once an old freight storage room. Around the walls of the room are various display cases with lots of memorabilia and artifacts from the seaboard railroad and others. Clothing, uniforms, souvenirs, programs, advertisements, timetables... anything related to a railroad or with a railroad logo imprinted on it, is crammed into the cases. In addition, in the middle of the room are two operating model railroad layouts. There's also a small toy railroad track with Thomas and James railroad cars that kids can play with hands on. It's basically a self guided experience. You walk around the room looking into the cases to find something that may intrigue you. Watch the little trains racing around the tracks. Look at the tiny houses and animals on display, etc. Unless you are a real enthusiast, you might need to allow, at most, 30 minutes here.

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