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Hamilton Children's Museum
1072 Main St E Hamilton, ON L8M 1N6
Free on-site parking
Call 905-546-2424 ext. 3168
Email [email protected]
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Here We Grow!
Hamilton Children's Museum is getting a new addition!
- Construction began January 2023
- Grand re-opening early 2026
Hamilton Children’s Museum invites young visitors to stretch their imagination as they touch, build and experiment in a friendly, child-focused setting. Home to interactive, hands-on galleries, the museum encourages learning through self-directed play. Play inspires imagination, and imagination helps children to understand their world.
Hamilton Children's Museum: Expansion Plans
During the expansion project closure, staff are popping up at other Hamilton Civic Museums’ sites delivering programs and events for children and families. See a list of current programs:
Hamilton Children’s Museum Re-Opening
Frequently Asked Questions
The Hamilton Children’s Museum will officially re-open to the public on January 10, 2026.
The Hamilton Children’s Museum first closed in March 2020 due to the pandemic, along with other Hamilton Civic Museums. When the civic museums reopened in February 2022, the Children’s Museum remained closed to allow for planned exhibit updates. During this time, the City secured grants to support a major expansion project, shifting the focus from a refresh to a full redevelopment.
The Hamilton Children’s Museum expansion and renewal project was funded through multiple sources:
- ICIP (Investing in Canada Infrastructure Program): $3.52 million (federal, provincial, and municipal funds)
- CCRF (Canada Community Revitalization Fund): $450,000 (federal, provincial, and municipal funds)
- Municipal Capital Budget: $2.43 million over several years
- Ward Councillor Funding for Exhibits: $300,000
Construction began in February 2023, and museum staff continued offering free community programming at local venues such as the Hamilton Farmer’s Market and Hamilton Public Library.
The original reopening planned for Fall 2025 has been postponed due to unforeseen construction impacts, an expanded project scope that includes installation of a new water line and sewer system and supply chain delays as the City prioritizes Canadian suppliers.
Visitors can look forward to an exciting transformation, including:
- Expanded visitor space: From approximately 2,500 sq. ft. to 6,300 sq. ft., plus outdoor terraces and a fenced play yard.
- -Preservation of heritage house: The charm of the 1875 farmhouse has been preserved while adding modern features and more than doubling capacity.
- Extended operating hours: The museum will be open Tuesday to Sunday from 10am to 4pm year-round.
- Improved accessibility: Fully accessible entrance, elevator, and washrooms.
- New exhibit areas: Fresh, engaging exhibits and quiet spaces.
- New classroom space and enhanced programming.
- Safe outdoor play area for families to enjoy.
The reimagined Hamilton Children’s Museum will be a bright, fun, and inclusive space for children and families to explore, learn and play together.
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