Providence Children's Museum — Attraction in Providence

The Providence childrens museum is excellent for children! It helps build many skills such as spacial awareness, agility, motility, and historical awareness. When you first enter it gives much room for imagination when seeing these air tubes with scarfs that you stuff in then fly out. It is so fascinating and never ceases to amaze me at the whopping age of 15! They have an outdoor area with exercising equipment and tubes to go through (which can be scary not being able to get to kids). There are also many cool things up the ramp (so wheelchair accessible) with realistic "historical" sights and leaves room for interest in adults. If they aren't busy chasing toddlers of course! And then watching toddlers and kids run around with the twinkle in their eyes of exploring something new is truly lovely. I could go on and on about all the places that kids will enjoy exploring. Let's mention the cultural diversity that it shows with this little market area showing different fruits in Spanish. (This is one of many that I can't name off the top of my head). Though here are my safety concerns: like I mentioned with the tunnels there are many opportunities for the little ones to get into trouble. For example the climbing stuff the pirate ship and the ladder in the little kids area. There were many times where if I hadn't been watching the kids could of seriously been hurt. So I'd say watch your kids closely especially if they are three and under. I would rate this overall 4.5 stars, but that isn't an option sadly. Maybe this could be better safety wise I'd there were age limits in certain areas and (or) employees watching. Please consider...

This place was wonderful! Lots of things for the kids to do and explore. My 20 month old really loved the water areas and running around upstairs. We went on a Saturday and It was a zoo. There were so many kids and parents you could hardly walk. We went because we have a bank of america card and on the first full weekend of the month you get one free admission. I personally think it's stupid that parents need to pay to get in when it's for the kids only. It isn't like the parents play a bunch with all the stuff. To have admission $12 is ridiculous. The amount of things for kids to explore is unsurmountable really. But with fewer people it would have been much more enjoyable. I have to say that the majority of the children were well behaved and being watched by their parent or someone. But there were a few bad eggs especially in the water area. These three boys were clearly brothers and were bullying everyone around, ruining playing for any other kid and getting water everywhere. They splashed my daughter in the face so hard she cried. They had no parents around. It's as if they were dropped off and let loose. No supervision or decipline from the staff (though that's not their Job). If it weren't for the amount of people and these three children it would have been a more...

The Providence Children’s Museum is an absolute gem for families looking for an engaging, educational, and fun-filled experience. From the moment you walk in, the atmosphere is inviting, colorful, and full of energy, making it the perfect place for kids to explore and learn through play.

The exhibits are incredibly well-designed, catering to a variety of interests and age groups. The Water Ways exhibit was a huge hit, allowing kids to experiment with flowing water, pipes, and fountains in a hands-on way. The ThinkSpace section encourages problem-solving and creativity, while the Littlewoods area is perfect for younger children to safely play and explore. One of the standout features is how interactive everything is—kids aren’t just looking at exhibits; they’re fully immersed in them!

The museum is also very well-maintained, with clean facilities and friendly, helpful staff who ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for all visitors. There are plenty of seating areas for parents to take a break while still keeping an eye on their children.

Overall, the Providence Children’s Museum is a must-visit for families in the area. It’s a place where kids can let their imaginations run wild, all while learning and having a great time. Highly...