I remember coming as a kid. I wouldn't call this a museum but rather an imagination station. The fact that you get to visit using your library card is a plus. I had to laugh at how many people let kids roam and we're just focused on their cell phones though. Some parents really utilized their time there to interact with their kids. Today was Family day. I was surprised that they were open. The staff were so super accommodating. There was a games room with popcorn (specifically for today); a pretend kitchen area; Fisherman's wharf area as well as an outdoors themed room. We had a great time. My nephew has already talked about bringing is best friend next time. Lots of events coming up. What a great place to have a play date?!

I think every museum should do somthing like this in alignment with their context.my kid is ready to play all day here

They've renovated quite a bit and the rooms have changed. A lot more theme oriented in each room. The esthetic feel is really illustrated throughout the facility. It's now free if you bring in a liberty card for each individual family member. I'll be visiting more often now in the winter months knowing that it's free.

Nice simple small activity 2 hours spend for kids 8 and below

Brought my 2 year old, she loved it! It's very affordable ($2 per adult, $4 per child, or $9 for a family). They have an area full of random toys, set up crafts, and an area to eat any snacks you bring. Then they have a few other 'theme' rooms that are roughly based around being a pirate (a ship galley for cooking, a partial ship for running around on, an area for fishing, fort building etc)

An absolute gem in the heart of Hamilton. Perfect for children's parties and fun for parents too!

First, I have to say I like and appreciate the staff we met (Nov 10, 2019). Very friendly and accommodating. Fun toys for kids (and adults in our case) to play with. Good private room for parties. All the kids had a blast for the birthday party!

My first time visiting here. So glad we went there. The children had a blast. They really got to use their imagination while there. They have a pioneer kitchen that is so awesome. The kids were just so happy , especially the the baby who is just over a year old. He is a going concern since he started walking. He felt so independent there. He could walk anywhere without getting hurt or into trouble ! LOL... Great fun for a rainy day 😁

Great place to go for a kids New Year's Eve party!

Always warm and accommodating staff. Great place to bring the kids for a bit for very reasonable cost. Lots of toys for imagination play. One star short because I never seem to be able to get into the crafts room as it is rented for parties a lot.

Great place for kids to play while learning about history.

I make plans to visit the children's museum regularly. Most of the time its closed or about to close when get there. It has been disappointing to spend less than an hour there just to be told they are closing. (They advertise that they close at 330pm but I don't think those hours are accurate). Regardless, the short hours and closed off sections are disappointing.