Boston Children's Museum

Boston Children's Museum is a children's museum in Boston, Massachusetts, dedicated to the education of children. Located on Children's Wharf along the Fort Point Channel, Boston Children's Museum is the second oldest children's museum in the United States. It contains many activities meant to both amuse and educate young children.

History

Boston Children's Museum was founded in 1913 by George Creighton, a professor at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. He originally envisioned the museum as a place where children could learn about science and industry through hands-on experience. The museum opened its doors to the public on August 1, 1916, making it the second oldest children's museum in the United States.

Today, Boston Children's Museum is one of the world's leading children's museums. It contains over 30,000 artifacts and hosts more than 700,000 visitors each year. The museum offers a variety of programs and exhibits geared towards education and entertainment.

Programs and Exhibits

Boston Children's Museum offers a variety of programs and exhibits aimed at both education and entertainment. The museum's program offerings include everything from art classes to science experiments. Additionally, the museum hosts a variety of temporary exhibits throughout the year.

Past exhibits have included everything from dinosaurs to puppets. The museum also offers a number of interactive experiences, such as a chance to sit in a real fire truck or explore a replica of a 17th-century pirate ship.

In addition to its educational offerings, Boston Children's Museum is also a great place to enjoy some family fun. The museum's popular Waterplay exhibit lets kids splash around and cool off on hot summer days. And the museum's many hands-on activities are sure to keep kids of all ages entertained.

How To Visit

Boston Children's Museum is located on Children's Wharf along the Fort Point Channel in Boston, Massachusetts. The museum is open every day from 10:00am to 5:00pm. Admission is $16 for adults and $14 for children ages 2-15. Seniors and students with ID can get in for $13. Children under two are free.

For more information on visiting the museum, or to purchase tickets, please visit the Boston Children's Museum website.

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