We've gone to the New Children's Museum a few times now, and we've really enjoyed it each visit…read more The space is bright, colorful, and full of energy, with tons of hands-on activities for kids of all ages. It is definitely on the pricier side, but in my opinion it's worth it--especially if you have EBT or WIC, since tickets are only $5 with those programs.
My kids were especially obsessed with the little library area that has the climbing tree, as well as the school bus they can climb inside and play on. It was an instant hit. There are so many interactive spaces that keep kids engaged for hours.
There's a soft play climbing area, a really cool jungle-style structure with little rooms to explore, and even a mud/clay pottery section that the kids loved getting messy in. They also really enjoyed the darker theater space where they could run around and go down a slide in the dark, as well as the big slide that goes from the top floor all the way down. The massive colorful netted climbing structure was another favorite--they could climb and explore for a long time without getting bored.
One thing I wasn't the biggest fan of was some of the book selections in the library area. They felt a bit more on the extreme side rather than just classic kids' books, like why is there a baby activist book?
They also have a little café and deli where you can grab coffee and small snacks, which is super convenient. You're allowed to bring your own lunch as well, and there are tables available to sit at, just not inside the main exhibit areas.
The only real downside is parking, it's pretty limited, so you'll likely end up using paid parking nearby. On the plus side, there's a really fun and popular park right across the street, so it's easy to extend the day with a walk over there afterward.
Overall, it's a super engaging museum that keeps kids entertained for hours, and we'll definitely be going back again.