Summer Science Days
July 7-Aug 29
Join us every week from Tuesday to Saturday, to explore a different science with special demonstrations and hands-on activities. Free with Museum admission.
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Dollar Night, Aug 7
Come enjoy an affordable Friday night at the Museum. Admission is $1 per person for everyone over 12 months old. Pre-registration not required.
Instrument Petting Zoo
Aug. 15 from 10am-12pm
At the Eastern Connecticut Symphony Orchestra’s Instrument Petting Zoo, curious kids (and grown-ups too!) get to touch, try and play instruments from every corner of the orchestra.
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Summer Homeschool & Preschool Classes Are Here!
Join us this summer for more learning fun at the Museum!
Pre-registration required.
Get kids craft and activity ideas from our blog!
Looking for something to do with your little ones? The Museum Educators are sharing some of their favorite crafts and activities on our blog!
MUSEUM SUMMER HOURS
Monday – Saturday: 9:30am – 4:30pm. Last admission at 4pm.
Sundays: 12-4pm. Last admission at 3:30pm.
Welcome to the Niantic Children’s Museum!
Where discoveries are made and fun just happens.
The Niantic Children’s Museum is an interactive, hands-on, educational place for children to try on new roles, let their imaginations soar and feel safe while exploring the world around them.
Explore Exhibits
Come take a look around the Museum, there’s something for everyone! We engage, encourage, and challenge children from 9 months to 9 years in the arts, sciences, and world cultures.
Upcoming Events & Classes
The Museum has an abundance of activities nearly every day of the week! From special events to weekly themed classes, our classes and programs are a great way to get your child exploring!
Support the Niantic Children’s Museum
Discoveries and fun await…but we need your help!
Make a Donation
In this difficult time, your support of the Museum is more important than ever.
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