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Tuesday 9am - 4pm Wednesday 9am - 4pm Thursday 9am - 4pm Friday 9am - 4pm Saturday 9am - 6pm Sunday 9am - 5pm

Minnesota Children's Museum

Name: Minnesota Children's Museum
Address: 10 West 7th Street, Saint Paul, MN, 55102, US
Telephone: (651) 225-6000
Price range: $
Rating: 4.7

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Three floors of hands-on fun where families play, learn and make memories. Located at 10 W. 7th St. in downtown St. Paul.
(4521)

Parking available in the World Trade Center ramp kitty corner from the museum at the corner of West Seventh and Wabasha streets.

10/22/2026

Please note that the museum will be closing early at 4pm tomorrow Friday, Oct. 23, and Saturday, Oct. 24, so we can set up for our annual Halloween Party! We apologize for any inconvenience. Tickets are still available at https://mcm.org/museumevents/halloween-party/ 🎃 🕸️ 👻

10/14/2026

Museum president Dianne Krizan joined Angela Davis MPR on-air this week to talk about why play is so important for young children, the trending decline of time kids spend playing, and how Minnesota Children's Museum is working to fill that gap. Head to https://www.mprnews.org/episode/2026/10/13/minnesota-childrens-museum-is-all-about-helping-kids-play to listen to the full conversation.

10/09/2026

The Sprouts gallery will be closed Tuesday, Oct. 13 through Thursday, Oct. 15, as we continue to make updates to the gallery. When we’re done, you’ll find an overall refreshed look with new additions to the water table area! ⛲️🌱

10/08/2026

Don’t overpack! We’ve got you covered 🤝✔️

10/07/2026

Move, breathe, and unleash your inner monster with Rah the puppet! 👹✨ Join our family-friendly Monster Yoga sessions in the Martha MacMillan Atrium for playful movement, breathing tools and emotional wellness.

• Thu, Oct 15 @ 10 AM

• Fri, Oct 16 @ 6 PM (Sunset sound bowl session with Tamiko French!)

• Sat, Oct 17 @ 10 AM

Led by Taylor Barnes & Emery Todd, created with Ananya Dance Theatre’s Kealoha Ferreira. Free with museum admission or membership! 🧘💫

10/06/2026

Get your costumes ready because you’re invited to the biggest kid-friendly Halloween event of the season! 🎃👻

Join us for trick-or-treating, carnival games, a costume parade, a dance party with live DJ and, of course, play! Tickets for our annual Halloween Party are on sale now. Visit www.mcm.org/halloween for tickets and details.

10/02/2026

Join us this Sunday, Oct. 4 at 12 PM for a special performance of Into the Burrow: A Peter Rabbit™ Tale with Mixed Blood Theatre Company!

Bring the whole family to experience beloved characters from the classic Beatrix Potter tales come to life. Please note that reservations are required for Securian Financial Free First Sunday, so be sure to grab your spots ahead of time: https://mcm.org/securian-financial-free-first-sunday.

09/30/2026

Make your MEA break memorable with a museum adventure! Explore three floors packed with a laser maze, four-story climber, pretend town and our exciting new exhibit, Monsters on Vacation!

MEA weekend is always busy, so be sure to plan ahead and get your tickets now: www.mcm.org/tickets

09/29/2026

Last chance to take advantage of early bird pricing and save on your Halloween Party tickets. This popular event tends to sell out, so plan ahead and get your tickets now. Save $5 on each ticket with promo code EBEVENT. Early bird pricing ends today. Visit www.mcm.org/halloween for tickets and details.

09/26/2026

Play is a universal language! 🌎✨

Happy Worldwide Day of Play from Minnesota Children's Museum!

Today, and every day, we celebrate the power of play, which inspires us to imagine, create and discover. No matter where you are in the world, play is a vital part of childhood.

Whether you come play at the museum or discover the fun at your own home, be sure to take time today to play. And if you're looking for ways to incorporate more play into your every day life, visit our Playful Parenting site for ideas: www.mcm.org/playful-parenting

Address

10 West 7th Street
Saint Paul, MN
55102

Opening Hours

Tuesday	9am - 4pm
Wednesday	9am - 4pm
Thursday	9am - 4pm
Friday	9am - 4pm
Saturday	9am - 6pm
Sunday	9am - 5pm

Telephone

(651) 225-6000

Website

http://www.mcm.org/

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