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Do you like Scavenger Hunts? So do we! We've created 5 of them – for different ages and abilities so that there's one for everyone in the family, or for the family to work on together. On your visit, pick out one of these puzzles, solve the clues, and have lots of fun in the process. Take the challenge!

The Seaside Village –

On our way to the Seaside Village in our beach van! Sail the high seas on board the fishing boat.

Ah-hoy, Sailor!

Indoor sandy beach
Busy clam diggers.

The van, loaded with all the beach gear, points the way to the fish market, sandy beach, fishing boat, and a boardwalk you can construct anyway you wish!

The Discovery Room featuring Kelsey's Vision –
Kelsey's Vision - sensory exploration Discovery Room overview

Spark imaginations as children explore the sciences and the senses.

Kelsey's Vision - brings the wonder of touch, sound, and sight to young, developing minds.


Kelsey's Vision
is provided through a generous donation from the Kelsey S. Harrington Foundation. Dedicated to honor the memory of Kelsey Harrington. Though Kelsey lived a physically challenged life, she taught patience, acceptance and unconditional love by example. Learn more about the Kelsey S. Harrington Foundation at their website.

Social Story: Descriptions of a what a child can anticipate during a visit to the Museum is available as a downloadable Social Story PDF. Our thanks to Kristen D. Anbari for creation of the Children's Museum Social Story Book.

Two Outdoor Playspaces –
Bubbles! Happy face exploring the great outdoors! Making music with the beat of the drum.
Water fountain in the outdoor playspace Catching the water of the fountain. Peek-a-boo from the playhouse!
Birds-eye view from the tree house. Getting buggy in the treehouse! Benthic Explorer - authentic research submarine
Two Outdoor Playspaces for the adventurous and curious explorers. View the Long Island Sound from the highest perch of the Tree House, imagine the deepest of the ocean waters from an authentic research submarine – the Benthic Explorer. Get back to the basics with outdoor fun!


 

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