About Providence Children's Museum

Providence Children’s Museum, Rhode Island’s only hands-on museum especially for children and their families, inspires learning through active play and exploration. The Museum presents interactive exhibits and hands-on programs that explore the arts, culture, history and science and embrace a wide range of learning styles and forms of expression.

Opening hours

Hours are subject to change. Check with the business for up-to-date information.

  1. Today

    9:30 am - 4:30 pm

  2. Tuesday

    9:30 am - 4:30 pm

  3. Wednesday

    9:30 am - 4:30 pm

  4. Thursday

    9:30 am - 4:30 pm

  5. Friday

    9:30 am - 4:30 pm

  6. Saturday

    9:30 am - 4:30 pm

  7. Sunday

    9:30 am - 4:30 pm

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where can I park for the Providence Children's Museum?

The Providence Children's Museum has its own off-street parking lot. If that lot is full, there is metered parking available on many of the nearby streets.

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