The Children's Museum at Port Wonder

The Children's Museum at Port Wonder Come see us in our new home inside Port Wonder! Discover the world around you with the whole family! The Children’s Museum of Southwest Louisiana, Inc.
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provides a fun and educational environment that encourages curiosity, creativity and social skills through hands on programs and exhibits exploring Humanities, science and technology, and the visual and performing arts. Our mailing address is PO Box 7577 Lake Charles, LA 70606-7577. Please sign up for our newsletter and follow us on social media.

🎨✨Maker Space Spotlight!✨🎨We want to give a shoutout to Hunter! Hunter brightened our day with this colorful artwork fil...
06/04/2026

🎨✨Maker Space Spotlight!✨🎨

We want to give a shoutout to Hunter! Hunter brightened our day with this colorful artwork filled with sunshine, rainbows, and creativity! We love seeing young makers express their imagination and share what matters most to them. Keep up the great work everyone!🎉

📚✨ Toddler Tales is Tomorrow! ✨📚This week at Toddler Tales, we’re reading Clyde the Giant Crawfish! A fun story about Cl...
06/04/2026

📚✨ Toddler Tales is Tomorrow! ✨📚

This week at Toddler Tales, we’re reading Clyde the Giant Crawfish! A fun story about Clyde who uses his cleverness to be able to play with the big crawfish!🦞

🕥 Every Friday at 10:30 AM
🤝 Hosted by Volunteers of America – Partnerships in Childcare
Join us for stories, songs, and smiles as we build early literacy together!

🍙🏯Come Explore the Flavors of Japan! 🍙🏯Join Chef Jacob Belloni for a fun, hands-on culinary adventure where kids will cr...
06/03/2026

🍙🏯Come Explore the Flavors of Japan! 🍙🏯

Join Chef Jacob Belloni for a fun, hands-on culinary adventure where kids will create their very own Japanese-inspired bento box! Throughout this interactive workshop, participants will learn proper food-handling practices, discover basic cooking techniques, and practice following step-by-step instructions in a creative and engaging environment.

As they prepare and assemble their bento boxes, children will also strengthen their fine motor skills, build confidence in the kitchen, and have fun exploring the art of Japanese cuisine.🎉🏯🍙

Cost: $35 per child
Duration: 45 minutes
Time: 11AM for kids K-3rd Grade
1PM for kids 4th and Up

Spaces are limited- sign up today and let your child experience the delicious world of Japanese cooking! Stay tuned to see what other activities we will be doing during Japan week!🏯🎉

Click here to sign up:
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✈️ Konnichiwa, Port Wonder Travelers! ✈️Next week, we're jetting off to Japan as part of our WONDERing Around the World ...
06/03/2026

✈️ Konnichiwa, Port Wonder Travelers! ✈️

Next week, we're jetting off to Japan as part of our WONDERing Around the World at Port Wonder adventure! Join us as we explore the art, culture, and traditions of Japan through hands-on activities and creative discoveries.

🎨June 8th- Learn about the legendary artist Katsushika Hokusai
🌋June 9th- Discover the power of Mount Fuji and volcanoes
🍱June 10th- Create your own bento box masterpieces (sign up required)
🦢 June 11th- Fold and craft beautiful origami creations

Get your passports ready—it's time to experience the sights, stories, and creativity of Japan right here at Port Wonder! 🌸⛩️✨

🌍✈️ Get ready to go WONDERing Around the World at Port Wonder!🌍✈️Pack your bags and grab your passport for a 5-week adve...
06/03/2026

🌍✈️ Get ready to go WONDERing Around the World at Port Wonder!🌍✈️

Pack your bags and grab your passport for a 5-week adventure exploring cultures from around the globe through languages, food, art, music, and traditions!

Each young explorer will receive their own paper log and earn a stamp or sticker by completing each week’s activity. Complete all 5 countries and turn in your passport for a special prize! 🎉🌎

📅 June 8 – July 31, 2026
📍 Port Wonder
🎟️ Activities included with regular admission (select events may require RSVP)

06/02/2026

“Shake Hands with…” Childrens Museum edition!

🍔🎉The Hamburglar is visiting Port Wonder NEXT TUESDAY!🎉🍔Come meet the one and only Hamburglar! Kids can take pictures an...
06/02/2026

🍔🎉The Hamburglar is visiting Port Wonder NEXT TUESDAY!🎉🍔

Come meet the one and only Hamburglar! Kids can take pictures and meet the Hamburglar! We hope to see every burger loving kid there!

⏰June 9th from 10:30AM-12:00PM
🍔McDonald's Hamburglar
📍Port Wonder

🌊✨ 30A Beach Party is coming to the Lakefront! 🌊✨Join us on June 5th from 4:00–7:00 PM at Port Wonder for an evening of ...
06/01/2026

🌊✨ 30A Beach Party is coming to the Lakefront! 🌊✨

Join us on June 5th from 4:00–7:00 PM at Port Wonder for an evening of brews, bites, and beach vibes!

🏖️ Paint your own cooler (cooler not provided)

Adults 21+ Space:
🎟️$20 fee
🍺 Enjoy 2 drink tickets
🍽️ Access to delicious food
🎉 Adults 21+ area

Grab your friends, bring your creativity, and get ready for a fun-filled summer kickoff inspired by the spirit of 30A! A big thank you to CITGO Fueling Good for sponsoring this event!

✨📢We have new hours of operation!📢✨The Children's Museum at Port Wonder will now be open an hour earlier on Sundays only...
06/01/2026

✨📢We have new hours of operation!📢✨

The Children's Museum at Port Wonder will now be open an hour earlier on Sundays only for Members! Sunday from 1:00pm - 4:00pm will be general admission. Monday through Saturday we are open for our regular hours. We can't wait for you to visit us!

Edit: ALL SPOTS ARE FULL! Thank you to everyone who signed up!Join the Children's Museum at Port Wonder & First Federal ...
06/01/2026

Edit: ALL SPOTS ARE FULL! Thank you to everyone who signed up!

Join the Children's Museum at Port Wonder & First Federal Bank of Louisiana for Bank Day in the City! 💵✨

Kids will get FREE admission to the museum and learn all about smart spending in the City Gallery inside the Children's Museum, courtesy of First Federal Bank.

This event is limited to 50 children. 25 spots remaining! Reserve your spot today!

Address

1011 North Lakeshore Drive
Lake Charles, LA
70601

Opening Hours

Monday 9:30am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 9:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 9:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday 9:30am - 4:30pm
Friday 9:30am - 4:30pm
Saturday 9:30am - 4:30pm
Sunday 1pm - 4pm

Telephone

+13374261559

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