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Hamilton Children's Museum
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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]
Museum Open Year-round
Tuesday to Sunday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Closed on Mondays, Good Friday, Canada Day, Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Year's Day.
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Here We Grow!
The Hamilton Children's Museum is now open!
Thank you for all the support! Due to high demand, visits are limited to 1 hour and 15 minutes and must be booked in person at the museum on the day of your visit on a first-come, first-served basis. Spots will be held upon payment of the general admission fee (or presentation of a Hamilton Library card). Please note that stroller parking and on-site parking is limited. An additional parking lot is available at 42 Lawrence Rd. For public transit options, please visit Hamilton.ca/hsr.
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.
Admission Rates
| Age/Group | Rate |
|---|---|
| Adult (18 to 59 years) | $6.25 |
| Senior (60+ years) | $6.25 |
| Youth (13 to 17 years) | $6.25 |
| Child (1 to 12 years) | $9.25 |
| Infant (under one year) | FREE |
| Family (2 adults & unlimited dependent children under 18 years) | $29.95 |
Know Before You Go
- Museum operating hours are Tuesdays to Sundays, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
- Due to high demand, visits are limited to 1 hour and 15 minutes. Visitors must book their time slot in person at the museum on the same day as their visit. Spots will be held upon payment of the general admission fee (or presentation of a Hamilton Library card). Visitors may select only one available time slot on a first-come, first-served basis.
- Time slots available: 10:15 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., 11:45 a.m. to 1 p.m., 1:15 pm to 2:30 p.m. & 2:45 p.m. to 4 p.m.
- To help keep our indoor space accessible and comfortable for everyone, we are unable to accommodate stroller parking inside. Limited stroller parking is available outside, so we kindly recommend visiting without a stroller when possible.
- Please no food or drinks inside the museum. Water bottles are permitted and can be refilled at the water station.
- All children (Ages 1+) and adults require a Hamilton Library Card to receive free admission.
- For real-time announcements and updates, please stay tuned to our Instagram or Facebook pages.
Hours & Holiday Closures
Museum Open Year-round
Tuesday to Sunday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Closed on Mondays, Good Friday, Canada Day, Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Year's Day
Hamilton Children’s Museum Re-Opening
Frequently Asked Questions
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.
- 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.
Hamilton Public Library cards are accepted in person at the museums. Cardholders receive free general admission.
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