THEMUSEUM — Attraction in Kitchener

Summary: Science and STEM exploration centre Most appropriate for families, children ages 0-16 “Mini” Ontario Science Centre Special cultural/community events for adults scheduled monthly

Pros: Purchased tickets online very easily Covered parking garage with direct access Accessible entrance, auto doors, elevators Easy to navigate with strollers Appropriate for supervised older infants, toddlers and preschoolers to explore Interactive and hands-on activities Helpful, friendly employees and volunteers Many spots to sit and take breaks with children/babies Nursing/feeding “nook”

Cons: (if I must mention any…) No options for food inside, aside from vending machines Gift shop quite overpriced, aside from clearance items

Things to note: *Make your own “souvenirs” downstairs in the Maker Space. Hands on crafts, and experience with some special tools/equipment. Staff are amazing with the children and very helpful :) *Vending machine in the eating area overcharged me when using credit tap ($10 for a $2 bar) and did not dispense item *Parking garage ticket scanning machine is unreliable, doesn’t read the QR code properly. Be sure to keep your ticket crisp as a new bill and...

Definitely meant for families with kids and is probably great to keep them occupied - it has more of an interactive Kids Play Centre or Science Centre feel than a traditional museum. Personally, I found there wasn’t a ton on each floor and it felt a bit empty (and yet also messy at the same time) and not a lot to keep adults interested. (I saw a lot of bored looking parents and grandparents who were ready to leave after a short while so even though the kids were enjoying the hands on toys and activities, feels like it needs more to keep the adults and seniors engaged too).

The optical illusion projection exhibit that was going on at the time seemed neat, but I have vertigo and migraines and saw a big sign outside the entrance of the exhibit warning against going in to see it if you have such concerns (or other light sensitivities, epilepsy, seizures, etc), so that ended up being a bust for me.

We went on Wednesday when the prices were lower than usual and we were glad for that so if you just want to check it out and aren’t too sure if it’s for you - go on a Wednesday when you won’t have to pay full price (but be aware that the parking is pay...

i went to the museum for the barbie event with a friend. paid over 100 dollars for 2 tickets and my expectations were not even close to met.

the best part of the experience was the barbie box or access to the eye pool (which i could have access for way less by purchasing a day ticket) but besides that the decorations were tacky.

even after paying that much for tickets, you still had to pay for drinks (not even one was offered for free). the drinks were 10 dollars each and there wasn’t even a full ounce of alcohol in each drink. i watched the bartenders put the vodka in a 0.5 oz glass, fill it up half way and spill half of that while putting it in my drink.

but hey, atleast i got a free cookie, stale popcorn, cotton candy and a DIY button right.

oh yeah, there was crooked decorations so no photos were instagram worthy. i’m happy i know photoshop.

it’s too bad. i’ve seen images of this event online at other places and it looked like so much fun, but unfortunately the museum wasn’t able to provide that...