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    Madison Children's Museum

    277 Reviews
    #13 of 108 things to do in Madison
    Children's Museums, Museums
    100 N Hamilton St, Madison, WI 53703-2116
    +1 608-256-6445
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    “Nonstop fun and exploring for all ages!”

    My 11, 8, and 5 year olds had a blast exploring this highly interactive and innovative children's... read more

    Reviewed 2 days ago
    EvergreenCOmom
    “Lovely for Children and families”

    Highly hands on and interactive learning museum for children. Keeps them active and occupied. Lots... read more

    Reviewed 3 days ago
    Madison737
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    The Madison Children's Museum is an award-winning destination for fun family activities and hands-on learning! Visit our inventive city of Possible-opolis for ages 6 and up, and our four-season Rooftop Ramble, with animals and gardens. Kids under 5 have a place of their own in the Wildernest, a global village made with natural, local materials.There's always something new to do at Madison Children's Museum, where our mission is to connect children with their family, their community, and the world beyond through discovery learning and creative play.

    About Madison Children's Museum

    The Madison Children's Museum is an award-winning destination for fun family activities and hands-on learning! Visit our inventive city of Possible-opolis for ages 6 and up, and our four-season Rooftop Ramble, with animals and gardens. Kids under 5 have a place of their own in the Wildernest, a global village made with natural, local materials.There's always something new to do at Madison Children's Museum, where our mission is to connect children with their family, their community, and the world beyond through discovery learning and creative play.
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    277 reviews
    • Excellent63%
    • Very good25%
    • Average8%
    • Poor3%
    • Terrible1%
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    “older kids” (16 reviews)
    “hamster wheel” (12 reviews)
    “water room” (10 reviews)
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    Hours Today: 9:30 AM - 5:00 PM
    Suggested Duration: 2-3 hours
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    100 N Hamilton St, Madison, WI 53703-2116
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    +1 608-256-6445
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    "older kids"
    in 16 reviews
    "hamster wheel"
    in 12 reviews
    "water room"
    in 10 reviews
    "all ages"
    in 26 reviews
    "art area"
    in 8 reviews
    "water play"
    in 8 reviews
    "age group"
    in 7 reviews
    "climbing structure"
    in 8 reviews
    "rooftop garden"
    in 14 reviews
    "fun playing"
    in 3 reviews
    "pay phone"
    in 3 reviews
    "live animals"
    in 3 reviews
    "grandson loves"
    in 3 reviews
    "lots of fun"
    in 9 reviews
    "four hours"
    in 4 reviews
    "great for kids"
    in 5 reviews
    "whole family"
    in 6 reviews
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    Reviewed 2 days ago
    Nonstop fun and exploring for all ages!

    My 11, 8, and 5 year olds had a blast exploring this highly interactive and innovative children's museum. It's high candy for kids and adults alike from the moment you walk in and see the 5 and under Wildernest area on the lower level while...More

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    Reviewed 3 days ago
    Lovely for Children and families

    Highly hands on and interactive learning museum for children. Keeps them active and occupied. Lots of different exhibit areas. Food available inside for those moments when you need to restore.

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    Reviewed 2 weeks ago via mobile
    Great place to stop and let the kids get the wiggles out

    We stopped for a couple of hours on a road trip that took us through Madison so the kids (almost 6 years old and 20 months old) could get out of the car for a while. Both kids loved it, and there was a variety...More

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    Reviewed 2 weeks ago
    Great place for tots !!

    Both 6 and 2 yr old loved this place, you are allowed to carry food inside and have it at cafeteria. Our favorite is the paint section.

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    Reviewed May 9, 2018
    Awesome if you're a tot

    I remember this place being SOOOOO amazing when I was a child. I also think they moved it. Either way I tried bringing my nieces here and they didn't have much fun. Maybe that had to do with the fact that kids do more with...More

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    Reviewed April 29, 2018 via mobile
    This place is great!

    My husband, 2 year old son, and I have been here twice and love it! On the roof top they have a green house, chickens, a rabbit, and variety of reptiles. On the second floor they have a dedication to Frank Loyd Wright, a huge...More

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    Reviewed April 29, 2018 via mobile
    Continually Dissapointed by Staff

    I was here over a year ago and had to report a staff member who was talking about about nuclear war in regard to cockroaches to my young three and four-year-olds. I called, complained, and was actually given a free pass which I surrendered because...More

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    Reviewed April 17, 2018 via mobile
    Brilliant

    We were over from the UK visiting family. What a fantastic place to take kids. So much to do - our granddaughter loved the water play station. My brother and I loved the pinball machine. What a pity there isn't an adults only day! We...More

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    Reviewed March 16, 2018 via mobile
    Creative space with great atmosphere

    My 2.5 year old and 10 month old had a great time exploring. After traveling so much, it was nice to be in a kid friendly place and not to have to worry about restraining them in museums and non-kid friendly spaces. I loved the...More

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    Reviewed February 28, 2018 via mobile
    In my opinion it was a major letdown!

    I have been to several children's museums, aquiriums, and play centers across this great country. I have seen the best thier is to offer and I would have to say that Madison's museum fell extremely short in my opinion. For as great of a state...More

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