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Children's Museum of Wilmington

116 Orange Street, Wilmington, NC 28401
(910) 254-3534
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Ranked #18 of 25 attractions in Wilmington
4.0 of 5 stars 24 Reviews
Type: Children's Museums
Traveler Description: The Children's Museum of Wilmington is meant for children aged 0-10, but it is a place that parents never fail to become caught up in as well.  The... more »
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3 reviews 3 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 23, 2012 NEW

Took my 2.5 yr old and she had a great time! I honestly was not expecting much after reading a couple of reviews. Several activities inside and outside. What kid doesn't love to sit on a Real school bus! We literally had to drag her out! Again, I don't think a kid over 5 would have as much fun. However,... More

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Apex, North Carolina
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 22, 2012 NEW

Not exactly a museum as I was thinking but lots of fun for kids. Very cool for kids to see and play different things, even something as simple as the blocks kept my son entertained. I agree with some of the other writers, $8 even for a parent is a little much. Cost us $24 for an 18 month old,... More

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Surf City, North Carolina
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 11, 2012

Check their website for different activities on different days of the week. My 5 year old loves this place. I don't like that they charge parents an admission fee. More

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Buffalo, New York, United States
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 27, 2012

My kid loves this place, if you plan ahead you can catch some free art "classes". Shooting the balls on the ship and the old fashioned phones are fun. More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 11, 2012

Fun environment for kids (and adults) Promotes creativity in play (dress up and puppets) and acting out real-life situations (grocery store, etc). It is like the absolutely ideal play room More

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Wilmington NC
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 27, 2012

Wonderful interactive museum, lot's of fun things for the kids to do. My son loved the pirate ship! Thank you! More

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Jacksonville, North Carolina
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed February 12, 2012

It's not really a museum as much as a large indoor playground. If you live in the area it is well worth a membership. Most of the children and parents seemed to know each other. The staff was very friendly and there were many activities scheduled. Again, it's not really a museum though and I wouldn't drive from out of... More

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Wilmington, North Carolina
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed February 3, 2012

This place has potential. The staff and those involved do seem to care but the amenities are bare bones. It seems dingy and lacking. Poor compared to Marbles in Raleigh. Maybe one day... More

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Southport, North Carolina
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 2, 2012

Outstanding place to bring the kids (age 3 and up). Touchy-feely museum. Joyful and noisy More

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Brevard, North Carolina
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33 reviews 33 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 29, 2012

We took our grandson to this museum, and it was like he was in second heaven! He particularly enjoyed shopping in the make believe grocery store. More

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