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Duke Energy Children's Museum

1301 Western Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45203-1130
513-287-7020
Ranked #12 of 66 attractions in Cincinnati
4.5 of 5 stars 37 Reviews
Type: Children's Museums
Description: Hands-on discovery museum where children can explore and learn about themselves and the world around them.
Useful Information: Activities for young children, Activities for older children
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Senior Contributor
21 reviews 21 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 25, 2012 NEW

Wonderful experience my two children, ages 6 & 8 and I. Enjoyed it to. We've been to museums in NYC, Washington DC, and the like and this children's museum was just as good as the bigger cities and even excelled in some areas. It's ability to present ideas and information to kids in a fun and different way than most... More

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Kentucky
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24 reviews 24 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
16 helpful votes 16 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 6, 2012

This is the place to come for the little growing minds. Everything is almost hands on for the children. A must see unique place for a child to grow More

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Lexington, Ky.
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Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 25, 2012

This place was a little crowded but we enjoyed it. Tons to do. the bat cave was too scary for our 6 yr. old. More

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Cincinnati, Ohio
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25 reviews 25 reviews
Reviews in 18 cities Reviews in 18 cities
81 helpful votes 81 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 22, 2012

My kids LOVE the Museum Center, and we've been members for 2 years. Great place to go, and lots and lots of diverse areas to explore. But some of the areas in the Children's Museum couldn't definitely use some sprucing up. More

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5 reviews 5 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
3 of 5 stars Reviewed April 16, 2012

not as big as you'd expect from the outside. Too many broken exhibits. More

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Florence, Kentucky
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26 reviews 26 reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 14, 2012

We went on a holiday from school. It was a little busy, but we still had a great time. More

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Columbus, OH
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18 reviews 18 reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
19 helpful votes 19 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 3, 2012

I took my 3 daughters 2, 5 and 8 to the Childs musuem and they all really enjoyed it. There were things some liked better than others, but all three were engaged the entire time. All areas were clean. Exhibits were fun and hands on. It was a nice change from our local childrens museum. I think we could visit... More

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cincinnati,ohio
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32 reviews 32 reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 28, 2012

Took my 3 year old nephew here and he loved it! He didnt want to leave! Then two years later took him back and we had the best day togeoter. As a retired pre-school teacher the amount of learning and adventure this place this place has really impressed me! It has so many different types of activitys that I am... More

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Aurora, Indiana, United States
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22 reviews 22 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 25, 2012

The price is awesome, the activities are excellent and the kids and parents will love it.. They have so much to do that really you need about 3 days to see everything and enjoy everything. It is a MUST do with your kids if your here in Cincinnati Ohio. More

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Cincinnati, Ohio
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40 reviews 40 reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed March 24, 2012

Loads of fun to bring the kids to. This is a place that will have your kids brimming with curiosity. Things that make them go ....Hmmmm? More

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