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Visit Madison Children’s Museum
Museum Hours: April–June 2025
- Regular Hours: MCM is open Wednesday–Sunday, 9 am–4 pm, with free admission each Thursday evening, 4 pm–8 pm.
- Special Hours & Holidays: Open regular hours on Juneteenth (Jun 19) and Independence Day (Jul 4).
See our Hours & Schedule page for updates and special hours for school breaks and holidays.
Tickets
| Museum Members | Free — Become a Member |
| Children under 1 | Free |
| Adults | $14 ($12 when purchased online) |
| Children | $14 ($12 when purchased online) |
| Seniors & Grandparents | $13 ($11 when purchased online) |
| Family Access Admission | $2 Available to families that qualify |
Museum members don’t need tickets—just check in at the front desk with your membership card (or provide your name to admissions staff).
For guests’ safety, children must be accompanied by a chaperone age 16 or older.
Healthcare Workers Appreciation Month: May 1–May 31
During the month of May, Madison Children’s Museum honors those workers in our community who help keep children and families healthy. Throughout May, all healthcare workers receive free admission to MCM during public hours. This includes nurses, doctors, EMTs, therapists, orderlies, home health aides, and others currently working for organizations providing health services.
Show proof of your employment (such as a work ID, work email address, or staff page on a website) at the front desk to receive one adult free admission per healthcare worker present. This discount is only offered for same-day, general admission tickets purchased in person at our admissions desk.
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!
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.
