Compared to other children's museums, this one is the worst I've seen by far. The ball thing in the front window is by far the coolest thing they have. Beyond that, it's just a bunch of play toys. This place is also very small, being confined to a small area about the size of a fast food restaurant. Save your... More

Not many activities for children over the age of two. Also they supposedly had an arts and crafts center - but there were no supplies (paper, glue, crayons). A very disappointing experience. More

After Williamsburg, one would hope that C'ville could come up with a bit more. More

Great place to take the kids. It is amazing how something so simple can entertain a child! A must see if you go to Charlottesville! More

Changing exhibits keep kids engaged. Big project to upgrade the experience and get in touch with local history. The museum itself was once a working garage. On the Downtown Mall at the end by the Pavilion. More

Wonderful outing for people with kids. Changing exhibits. More

The VDM is right on the pedestrian mall downtown. Lots of great activities (build your own car, playing house, engineering toys, arts and crafts, and more) for kids to relax for an hour or two in the middle of an adult day. AAA discount :) More

This smaller museum had lots of great stations equipped with an array of toys, demos and displays. The staff was friendly and diligent about keeping things as nicely organized as could be in a children's museum, which made it so easy for kids to enjoy every station and the related playthings. It was nice to see some things had a... More

If you have toddlers this is excellent. For.kids over 4 forget it boring for them. I was disappointed as well as my 8 year older. The bees were the most interesting part More