Open daily Wed–Sun 9am-4pm, PLUS extra hours: Thur til 8pm, Sat 8am-5pm • Closed Mon/Tue • See full schedule

Open daily Wed–Sun 9am-4pm, PLUS extra hours: Thur til 8pm, Sat 8am-5pm • Closed Mon/Tue • See full schedule

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Museum Hours (January–March 2024)

  • Open Sunday, Wednesday, and Friday from 9 am–4 pm
  • Open 9 am–8 pm on Thursdays, with FREE admission from 4–8 pm
  • Open 8 am–5 pm on Saturdays (extended hours January–March 2024 only)
  • Closed Mondays & Tuesdays

See our Hours & Schedule page for updates and special hours for school breaks and holidays.

Tickets

Museum MembersFree — Become a Member
Children under 1Free
Adults$12 ($11 when purchased online)
Children$12 ($11 when purchased online)
Seniors & Grandparents$11 ($10 when purchased online)
Family Access Admission$1 Available to families that qualify

Walkup tickets are available at time of entry. Advance tickets guarantee entry, even at busy times.

For guests’ safety, children must be accompanied by a chaperone age 16 or older.

Location & Parking


100 N. Hamilton St.
Madison, WI 53703

There are metered spaces on the streets surrounding the museum. There are also two parking ramps located within easy walking distance of the museum. Find more information about parking.

Program Calendar & Special Events

Check out our calendar of daily programs and special events to see what’s coming up at Madison Children’s Museum!

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Photo Policy

While at Madison Children’s Museum or museum-sponsored events, visitors may be photographed by museum photographers. These images may be used to publicize the museum in print, online, and display materials, and may also be distributed to the media. If you do not want your photograph to be used by the museum, please speak to our staff at the front desk.

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