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    Pennypickle's Workshop

    4.5 (259 reviews)
    Closed 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
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    Secret room
    Linda F.

    Everyone who works there are super nice and excited to work with children. They interact well with all ages. The place has so much to do and the interactive environment is great for exploration. The cost was very reasonable and the gift shop has a variety of reasonably priced things. Great value for your money!

    We held my daughters 5th birthday here and it couldn't have been a better decision! The communication leading up to the event was helpful in planning - I talked with Jen and Izzy and they were so very pleasant answering all my questions. On the day of, they had a beautiful hand drawn sign and Professor Cindy captivated all the kids during her experiment demonstration. The kids of course loved exploring the venue - running from room to room with such excitement. Thank you for making this day go so easily and full of so many memories

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    Cort J.

    What a magical place. We've lived here for almost 3 years and have not had the pleasure of checking out this gem. I was a little hesitant since we approached the building the same time as a birthday party did. Thank goodness it wasn't private - we would've been so bummed. From the moment we arrived, it was truly an experience. The ladies in labcoats set the tone explaining ground rules to the kids; and of course the task of finding Beaker - their mouse friend hiding somewhere in the museum. What I loved the most about this space was how thoughtful, educational, fun and just overall amazing it was. Everywhere you went, you were able to do things you wouldn't necessarily do at home. You could twist those knobs, climb through secret passageways, bang on drums, touch the switches. Everything was a cause and effect. How incredibly clever. Not only was it well thought out, but also it was very childproof, clean and safe. Workers throughout the museum gently reminded guests to walk and keep the noise level down, and I appreciated that. There was a level of respect that I admired being in there. We wanted to maintain what we viewed as an amazing creation. Not only did you encounter written blurbs of what some of the stations were showing, but there were also amusing videos that brought almost a nostalgic feel. I couldn't pinpoint it, but it was seriously like stepping into a scientists own home. I loved it. I loved the pennies paired with the pickles throughout the whole area. Loved the fact there was a find Beaker bell that kids (and adults) could ring. Loved the inviting environment to engage curious minds. We stayed there 2 hours, just constantly going from room to room, and I always saw something new! A must see. Such a unique gem, and I hope this place stays around forever. I will fight to keep it!

    Dominique D.

    Such a great time for my family and i. We did this as a way to do something for my son while we stayed on the vineyard. I will say i was not expecting to much honestly, but i was so wrong. The staff was amazing and so sweet and fun. They made the experience that much more fun. Then when we went in there was so many different rooms for the kids to play in and be interactive in. Even for adults this was such a great experience. We were able to go into a glow in the dark room and participate in a lot of the brain teasers that were posted all over the walls & in the different rooms. This was the perfect place to get out of the hot sun & get the kids using their brains and ready for a nap after. My son was wiped out afterwards.

    Amor F.

    Heard about this place from a friend and since it's not too far from where we live, I decided to surprise my kids. Definitely worth it! Kids enjoyed it and want to go back already. Everyone working was very kind and friendly. Lots going on and even for myself and my adult daughter we even had fun lol. Definitely worth the price.

    Victoria R.

    My favorite place to bring the kiddos! Definitely recommend this spot to anyone with kids! Only $10 per person, 18 months or older. But anyone with a child under 18 months is free! Great on a hot day! AC inside! Soo much to see and play! 11 rooms to explore! A must see for your children!

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    C. D.

    We brought our students to this facility for a field trip in May 2025. Working with Izzy was such a pleasure. We were strapped as far as dates and she worked with us until we could find one that suited four second grade classes. The enthusiasm of the woman conducting the science demonstrations was contagious. The students really loved her and the demos. There were many different rooms that the students experienced containing many different activities. There is an hour and a half allotted for each session which is normal. Realistically an hour would have been fine only because the kids were hungry. It was a good value. There was a courtyard where we enjoyed our lunch that consisted of benches, shaded areas and restrooms. It was a great time.

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    Heather H.

    This was our first time here and with a birthday party. The helpers were amazing and Cindy Lou was phenomenal with the experiments during the party. The staff were very friendly and wonderful with the kids. They asked if we needed help frequently, which was so appreciated. The kids wouldn't stop talking about all the cool things they saw. Inside has so many cool things to see and interact with. Highly recommend for a party package! It's perfect, they decorate the space in a pre chosen theme, let us in 15min early to put out our food and supplies. Inside was clean and they were actively clean each room after kids played, which was great because everything is high touch. For what we paid I'd 100% have another birthday party here. So many cool experiments to interact with, great value for the money. All of our guests has a great time. Thank you again!

    "Be The Magic" this new year!
    Jo P.

    What a unique experience! We celebrated Noon Year's Eve with a handful of families at this quirky tinkers' tavern. Unlike the sleek and chic museums of the big cities, Pennypickle's Workshop is right at home in the small, saloon-y town of Temecula. I'm glad their Noon Year's Eve celebration coincided with our drive from San Diego to LA, but I don't know that we would've stopped here for a regular visit.

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    This place is amazing! So many ways for the kids to play and learn. Even the adults have fun.

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    I have taking my kids jer for years and now take my grandson. So much to do love that they can discover all kinds of things and play.

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    Very fun place to take kids! I've gone since I was a kid and it's so awesome it's still here! Definitely give it a try!

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    Super cute, whimsical and magical experience at the Museum of Make Believe…read more After seeing some Instagram posts and reels about the cute space, my friend and I decided to stop by to visit for a day trip. You do choose a time slot to enter, but due to traffic we were going to be a little bit late. We called and let the staff know and it was no biggie. Parking is a bit confusing since it's near a very busy road and residential area, so just make sure you're not parking where you can get fined or towed. After some confusion, we parked in the structure (unclear if allowed or not, but subsequently nothing happened. Phew!). The museum is located at the business plaza building and immediately stands out with it's beautiful storefront and the door that looks like it's out of a fairytale. Immediately we were welcomed by Sabrina, who was not only super informative (but in an easy to understand, not overwhelming way), but super friendly and made our visit that much more amazing. She knows the lore, knew the key and critical points to swoop in to enhance the magic (like when we went to ask the wise wizard some questions), and was very accommodating overall. The people really do make the magic. During your visit, you can opt to do the scavenger hunts and answer the riddles for some prizes and it varies in difficulty from easy to hard, but everything is open to interpretation based on YOUR IMAGINATION. It's the Museum of Make Believe for a reason. The attention to detail is immaculate, from the miniatures and dioramas, the foliage on the ceiling to the ground, and even in the water closet, there's so much to see and you can easily spend a long time just taking everything in. I won't include spoilers but I love that there's not just a lot to see, but to experience through sound and even smell! Lots of thought went into this museum and I'm glad it's getting expanded as well! Can't wait to see what the future holds for such a magical place!

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    This was my first time at the Southern California Railway Museum. We went for the Thomas & Friends…read more"Day Out with Thomas" event. I have to share how impressed I was with the event from beginning to end. The JROTC or other military program was there volunteering their time to put on this event. When boarding the trains, they asked if I needed assistance with Tristan's wheelchair and getting him on the train. They also asked if we needed a quieter cab because Tristan has Autism. This made us feel extremely welcomed because my son and Godson both have Autism. It was not only inclusive but equitable. There was also plenty of handicap parking when entering. Have your placard up so they know where to direct you. The entrance fee includes a ride with Thomas and is $30.85 per person. If you'd like, you can also ride Percy for an extra $10. Of course we rode both. This event is not super large and it wasn't overly crowded. That could've been due to the rain. They do allow outside food and drinks in which helps with cost. The only suggestions I'd make is to offer more seating areas. Seating seemed to be limited even with the small crowd. Another suggestion would be to have a quiet tent for kiddos to wind down in. They had games, a hay maze, bouncers, dance tent, infant changing tent, access to the museums, opportunities to ride, photo opportunities, the museum guest shop, the Thomas guest shop, and food vendors. If your children love trains, definitely take them. Next week is the last week for Thomas and he won't be back until next year.

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