Hands On Children's Museum

Museum Info

Hands On Children’s Museum Website
Address: 414 Jefferson St. NE, Olympia, WA 98501
Phone number: 360-956-0818
Hours:  Monday-Saturday: 9 am-5 pm; Sunday: 10 am-5 pm.
Admission: General admission: (18 months-64 years): $17.95 online/$18.95 at the door; seniors (65+): $16.95 online/$17.95 at the door; military (with valid ID): $15.95 online/$16.95 at the door. Free to members.
Free/Discount Days: Discount admission: $3 (with EBT, P-EBT, CHIP, Provider One, WIC, or Apple Health card and ID).  First Friday Night: $1, 4-8 pm.
Museum Cafe: Play Day Café open 11 am-3 pm daily.
Reciprocal Memberships: 25% off general admission for NWAYM members. 50% off general admission for ACM members.
Camps/Classes: hocm.org/events-programs/camps
Inclusivity Information: hocm.org/events-programs/sensory-friendly-programs
Get Social: Facebook @handsonchildrensmuseum and Instagram: @handsonchildrensmuseum.

Why Kids ♥ It

150 interactive exhibits and half-acre of outdoor play space including a giant climbing boulder, dino dig, vintage schooner, lighthouse lookout, trike loop and children’s garden. Plus, Art Studio, MakeSpace, two-story climber and stream slide, Ballcano, water table, Emergency! gallery and Airways Maze. Seasonal themed events with special guests and activities.

Why Parents ♥ It

Washington’s award-winning museum on Olympia’s waterfront. Near downtown and the Farmer’s Market. Clean and beautiful facility with fresh foods in the Play Day Café. Consistently voted “Best Family Destination,” by Showcase Magazine, and Best of South Sound for “Family Destination,” “Museum,” “Children’s Party Venue” and “Summer Camp.”

Events & Exhibits

Boo Bash

Dress up and bring your little monsters, superheroes, and princesses to the Hands On Children’s Museum for a spooktacular good time. Enjoy Halloween-inspired fun and exciting activities without the fright. October 25-31.

Noon Year’s Eve Party

Join the Noon Year’s Eve Party countdown on December 31.